Refurbishing: Yes or No

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Mike D

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Today bought this hull on unlisenced trailer: Don't know anything about the boat, although the previous owner said that numerous years ago, he had bought it from someone who had said that it was previously used by the Australian Sea Rescue Institute.

The boat was issued a SAMSA Flotation Certificate with 65% bouyancy. The overall lenght is 4.400 - breadth is 2.030 and depth (gunwale to keel) is 0.490.

My question to the experts is;

Is this a worthwhile refurbishing exercise and if so what motor/s are recommended?

Can anyone enlighten me further with regard to this hull?

Anticipating lots of guidance as always on Sealine!
 

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Mike D

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Apologies, can't remember how to post more than 1 pic at a time!
 

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QuQ

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Looks like a solid boat for 4.4m! Perhaps 2 x 30 to 2 x 40's or a single 60-75hp I would say. Not sure what hull it is though, sorry.
 
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Psy

Sealiner
Mike D, in your 3rd post/pic, it looks as if the gunwales were lifted, and a handrail was fitted.
Which means the transom has also been lifted some!

Some serious repair/restoration needed.

Just my observation.
 
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Serra Moz

Sealiner
Depending our your time (freetime), willingness, availability of funds ect....Yes, it will be nice to see and enjoy the fruits of your labour. Believe me it's expensive, as once you start ripping apart it continues, or it's a case of the "what if factor" or "should I just open here".....so it carries on. Sometimes, I guess it might be easier and buy a boat that's ready to go, or that needs less attention. In your case - you will need motors, steering ect..

I did the same to a Ski Vee(Because I wanted a Ski Vee), will post pics of the end result in Feb, but I had friends with boats, man power and time + a little cash. Still, one will always fork out more than what your budget allows.

What I suggest you get input from the others on Sealine (Many fundis on Sealine with way better ideas than me) and have a sit down, brain storm and decide whether the effort, cash and time will be worth it? If you have all of the above and want to do it as a project, then yes go for it! Also keep us updated on the progress! Best of luck.
 
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Mike D

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Earlier years it was apparently fitted with an inboard, which the previous owner later removed and fitted 3 x 30"s. Yes the gunwales had been raised also, which may be more visable from this pic.
 

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Mike D

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@ Serra Moz - I realise the truth in what you say, but I bought the hull for a song and still hoping it will be a viable proposition!
 
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Serra Moz

Sealiner
Mike D wrote:
@ Serra Moz - I realise the truth in what you say, but I bought the hull for a song and still hoping it will be a viable proposition!
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Sure, I understand, remember any alteration to a craft such as raised gunwales will effect the vessel's stability/motion, not saying that yours will be an unsafe issue, it's a stability lesson that we've been taught in Stability Schools worldwide (Being in the stability business offshore for a decade plus)

I see your point if you got it for nothing and have time/funds, then by all means go ahead with your project.
 
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barryfish

Senior Member
what do you want to use the boat for? It has no scuppers rear, not a wet deck. calm river use would be fine.

Probably the original design with no / very low gunwales was made for sea use, diving / rescue, with the modifications would not use it as a sea boat.
 
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barryfish

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what do you want to use the boat for? It has no scuppers rear, not a wet deck. calm river use would be fine.

Probably the original design with no / very low gunwales was made for sea use, diving / rescue, with the modifications would not use it as a sea boat.
 
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Mike D

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@barryfish - not at "home" at the moment, will look tomorrow, but almost certain it has scuppers. Would restoring the gunwales to original form be viable?
 
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benniejordaan

Sealiner
Mike D wrote: "@ Serra Moz - I realise the truth in what you say, but I bought the hull for a song and still hoping it will be a viable proposition!"

What did you pay for it?

In my opinion, this boat will cost you more than if you go and buy a seaworthy boat. It looks very tired and dated.
 
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Mike D

Senior Member
benniejordaan wrote:
Mike D wrote: "@ Serra Moz - I realise the truth in what you say, but I bought the hull for a song and still hoping it will be a viable proposition!"

What did you pay for it?

In my opinion, this boat will cost you more than if you go and buy a seaworthy boat. It looks very tired and dated.
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I've had two assessments and since done the maths - buying a seaworthy boat of the same size with 2 x 40hp's is a cheaper option, so perhaps she'll have to go!
 
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Serra Moz

Sealiner
Mike D wrote:
benniejordaan wrote:
Mike D wrote: "@ Serra Moz - I realise the truth in what you say, but I bought the hull for a song and still hoping it will be a viable proposition!"

What did you pay for it?

In my opinion, this boat will cost you more than if you go and buy a seaworthy boat. It looks very tired and dated.
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I've had two assessments and since done the maths - buying a seaworthy boat of the same size with 2 x 40hp's is a cheaper option, so perhaps she'll have to go!
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Like I said, if you have the time and money + plus friends to fish with (on their boats while yours is a project) - Yes, then by all means. Glad you've made the right choice buddy! Got any boat in mind yet?
 
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