Haul out opportunity

[DaveKurtz]

So I have a C&V survey plus a sea trial coming up tomorrow on a boat I am likely going to purchase. I’ve read dozens of posts and websites on what to look for at this critical point (thank you to those that contributed!). What I am interested in is benchmarking the boat, assuming that it will be mine in a matter of a couple of weeks. I intend to photograph and document the condition of the hull, of course. And even though the draft is a published number, I want to measure from a fixed point along the gunwale so I can check it with the boat fully loaded if need be. What else should I be looking at to benchmark on my Day 0?

[Tempest245]

I imagine that a good thorough survey will be your baseline benchmark. While the boat is out of the water, I'd look at the shaft and cutlass bearing, sound the rudder and inspect the Prop, Zincs, and of course the hull and keel joint. If it has a centerboard, lower it and inspect pivot and cable etc. Thru-hulls. Paint adhesion, blisters etc.

Good luck with the new boat! Hope it's a winner!

[steve77]

Lots and lots of photos. I still occasionally look at ours from our initial survey and we have had Orontes II over 10 years.

You may consider taking someone else with you to take the photos. This will free you up to keep your eyes and ears open during the survey rather than focusing on the camera.

Best of luck!

Steve

[gonesail]

the surveyor will know more than you about what to look at. follow his lead. take a deep breath. listen and learn.