Is a 21 year old boat too old to consider buying used?
The interior is replaced and body is fine, but don't know about the engine. Will the engine be too much cost to rebuild to be worth it?How old is too old for a used motor boat?
My boat is 31 years old, the motor is 32. The engine OEM and several aftermarket suppliers still support it with parts, and fiberglass is forever. I've redone 1/2 the interior, the other half is in good shape.
The weak spot in the hull is the transom. Transoms can be replaced but it's a *major* project which, for an old boat is not economically prudent unless you do it yourself. Any soft wood in the transom means it's a goner.
A 21 year old motor would probably be more economical to replace with, say, a 15 year old motor, than to rebuild unless you do it yourself.
Depends on how well the boat has been taken care of all of its life. I own a 1984 242 ls Formula and it is in better shape than most boats that are only 2 years old. It is immaculate from bow to stern.
I did have to replace the old 5.7 liter engine (MerCruiser) a few years ago because that got tired...
But it has some serious horsepower now, and it is well taken care of, and well worth the work if you have money to spend on something like that.How old is too old for a used motor boat?
Age is not as important as how well it has ben maintained.I would look for cracks in the hull,transom area for rot and cracks.Just look for any structural weakness.If it looks good buy it.As far as the engine.Make sure "hard parts" are still available before you make your final decision.
Most people down boats because of engine problems. Price that first.
Older engines can leave you stranded. Play the jaws music.How old is too old for a used motor boat?
My sailboat is a 1981, the 10 hp engine is 1984. I trust all systems with my life.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
What kind of boats were used to bomb the USS Cole in 200 killing 17 US soldiers?
For one you mean Sailors..and two the boats were rigid hulled inflatable boats. Just like the ones you can go to any boat store and buy and the same models that the Harbor Pilot and Security team patroled in the harbor,that is why the ship's security team did not fire because they believed it was the harbor pilot or harbor security making rounds.What kind of boats were used to bomb the USS Cole in 200 killing 17 US soldiers?
It was more of a single raft or other light service craft usually used to facilitate to refueling of seagoing vessels like the Cole. There were reportedly two people aboard who stood up at attention right before the blast.What kind of boats were used to bomb the USS Cole in 200 killing 17 US soldiers?
Many people forget that we didn't know who was responsible for the Cole bombing until February of 2001. I wonder why Bush didn't go after Al Queda, or at least hold an anti-terror cabinet meeting when it was determined they were responsible.
It was more of a single raft or other light service craft usually used to facilitate to refueling of seagoing vessels like the Cole. There were reportedly two people aboard who stood up at attention right before the blast.What kind of boats were used to bomb the USS Cole in 200 killing 17 US soldiers?
Many people forget that we didn't know who was responsible for the Cole bombing until February of 2001. I wonder why Bush didn't go after Al Queda, or at least hold an anti-terror cabinet meeting when it was determined they were responsible.
What is the cheapest place to buy a used 4.3liter mercruiser with a bravo outdrive?
I know boat salvage yards, or used boat dealers is a good place to start. Just wondering if it is a better idea to try to get an engine out of a newer model car or a wrecked boat? I think the downfall is the car engine isnt marine grade and has different cams, heads, and intakes. One downfall of getting an engine from a boat salvage yard would be that many of the engines in salvage have been submerged.What is the cheapest place to buy a used 4.3liter mercruiser with a bravo outdrive?
You have answered your own question. Converting an automotive block to marine is much more work, you can buy a remanufactred short block for about $1800. Just a note, the Bravo drive is not designed for a 4.3, you should be looking at an Alpha drive.magellan roadmate
You have answered your own question. Converting an automotive block to marine is much more work, you can buy a remanufactred short block for about $1800. Just a note, the Bravo drive is not designed for a 4.3, you should be looking at an Alpha drive.
What are boats used for?
Like cargo ships or rescue boats
what else do we need boats for?What are boats used for?
Fishing, Water skiing, Transportation, Wake boarding, Tubing, Exploration, Diving, Fire fighting, Swimming, Police patrol, Sailing, Racing, etc. But most boats are used by people who just enjoy being on the water. A few people I know seem to use their boats as a floating patio, so I guess the real answer to your question, is within practical limits, what the owner wants it to do.
Cheap transportation of heavy cargos and transportation on the water.What are boats used for?
Racing.
Sailing for the pleasure and relaxation of being on the water.
To spend thousands or more Dollars on every year to employ anyone that is in the boating industry.What are boats used for?
I live on an island and use my boat for transportation to and from the mainland daily.
what else do we need boats for?What are boats used for?
Fishing, Water skiing, Transportation, Wake boarding, Tubing, Exploration, Diving, Fire fighting, Swimming, Police patrol, Sailing, Racing, etc. But most boats are used by people who just enjoy being on the water. A few people I know seem to use their boats as a floating patio, so I guess the real answer to your question, is within practical limits, what the owner wants it to do.
Cheap transportation of heavy cargos and transportation on the water.What are boats used for?
Racing.
Sailing for the pleasure and relaxation of being on the water.
To spend thousands or more Dollars on every year to employ anyone that is in the boating industry.What are boats used for?
I live on an island and use my boat for transportation to and from the mainland daily.
Where can I find a good source of used runner or flatbottom boats in so cal or maybe some dealerships?
Drop a note to dragboatparts.com, they can help.
How are boats using sails able to return to their starting place?
All those boats using a sail and traveling upwind, like the old time galleys using a sail, once they reach their destination how are they able to return to where they came from?How are boats using sails able to return to their starting place?
It's called "tacking."
It would be easier to explain to you if I could draw a picture. Think of the sail as an air foil. When the wind blows straight from the boat, (front,) the sail will luff, (flap.) However, if you turn slightly to one side or the other the sail will fill with air and start moving forward. The best point of sail is what's called a "close reach" or "close haul." That is when the wind is 30-60 degrees off the bow of the boat blowing toward you. You actually go faster trimmed, (set up,) this way than if you were "running" which is with the wind directly at your back.
Understanding this, you maneuver the boat in a zig-zag manner, (tacking,) into the wind. There's whats called a "beam reach," which is with the wind at 90 degrees off port, (left,) or starboard, (right,) and "broad reach" where you have either a right of left quartering tailwind.
Here is an excellent site that will explain it in much more detail. http://www.sailingusa.info/sail_trim.htm
You should try sailing sometime. For my money sailing beats out speed boating any day, except of course on those days that there is no wind. Then you just motor out and take a swim.
1. they have outboard motors.
2. they're using tugboats.How are boats using sails able to return to their starting place?
tacking. If if a boat had to go in a straight line exactly with the wind, nobody would ever get anywhere they wanted, they would have to wait until the wind changed, and it often doesn't on oceans and so forth. However, most sailing is done at angles to the wind, and you can go just a few points off of straight upwind with proper trimming. In order to go upwind, you tack- that is, zigzag upwind. you can't go straight, but you can go against the wind at a pretty steep angle.
They don't travel up wind they travel across the wind it called tacking.Old time galleons,sail down wind. followed the trade winds that travel south to north in a circle west to east to south.I sailed for years threw the carribean. Know i have a Sportfish 48' I have spent enough time zig zaging.How are boats using sails able to return to their starting place?
Above give you the concept.
If, you would like to play and see how it works, go here;
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/volvoo鈥?/a>
It National Geographic and it a simple sailing program. You can get the feel of Running with the wind and Reaching for the wind. Well, that how I say it. ;-)
You have a Sail Control and a Rudder Control. Arrows show the direction of your wind. You can see information below like your speed. As I say, it a simple simulator to see how the boat reacts to the wind, sail position and rudder.
Downwind is going with the wind. To go against the wind they tack. Most boats can tack within 50 degrees of the wind and go back and forth across the wind making headway up wind. They also studied currents to know when to go where.
It's called "tacking."
It would be easier to explain to you if I could draw a picture. Think of the sail as an air foil. When the wind blows straight from the boat, (front,) the sail will luff, (flap.) However, if you turn slightly to one side or the other the sail will fill with air and start moving forward. The best point of sail is what's called a "close reach" or "close haul." That is when the wind is 30-60 degrees off the bow of the boat blowing toward you. You actually go faster trimmed, (set up,) this way than if you were "running" which is with the wind directly at your back.
Understanding this, you maneuver the boat in a zig-zag manner, (tacking,) into the wind. There's whats called a "beam reach," which is with the wind at 90 degrees off port, (left,) or starboard, (right,) and "broad reach" where you have either a right of left quartering tailwind.
Here is an excellent site that will explain it in much more detail. http://www.sailingusa.info/sail_trim.htm
You should try sailing sometime. For my money sailing beats out speed boating any day, except of course on those days that there is no wind. Then you just motor out and take a swim.
1. they have outboard motors.
2. they're using tugboats.How are boats using sails able to return to their starting place?
tacking. If if a boat had to go in a straight line exactly with the wind, nobody would ever get anywhere they wanted, they would have to wait until the wind changed, and it often doesn't on oceans and so forth. However, most sailing is done at angles to the wind, and you can go just a few points off of straight upwind with proper trimming. In order to go upwind, you tack- that is, zigzag upwind. you can't go straight, but you can go against the wind at a pretty steep angle.
They don't travel up wind they travel across the wind it called tacking.Old time galleons,sail down wind. followed the trade winds that travel south to north in a circle west to east to south.I sailed for years threw the carribean. Know i have a Sportfish 48' I have spent enough time zig zaging.How are boats using sails able to return to their starting place?
Above give you the concept.
If, you would like to play and see how it works, go here;
http://www.nationalgeographic.com/volvoo鈥?/a>
It National Geographic and it a simple sailing program. You can get the feel of Running with the wind and Reaching for the wind. Well, that how I say it. ;-)
You have a Sail Control and a Rudder Control. Arrows show the direction of your wind. You can see information below like your speed. As I say, it a simple simulator to see how the boat reacts to the wind, sail position and rudder.
Downwind is going with the wind. To go against the wind they tack. Most boats can tack within 50 degrees of the wind and go back and forth across the wind making headway up wind. They also studied currents to know when to go where.
I want to buy a boat that will be used in the lake and ocean. No more than 2 miles out in the ocean. any ideas
I am new at this but it has always been a dream. I am looking to buy a boat that my family can enjoy on the lake for water skiing and fishing. But I also want to use it for boating around in my local Southern CA bays and close shore 1 to 2 miles out fishing.
Any ideas of what kind of boat to look for? I will most likely buy a used boat first.I want to buy a boat that will be used in the lake and ocean. No more than 2 miles out in the ocean. any ideas
I suggest at least 19' boat. Either have dual motors or a small kicker motor to get you home if you break down. Make sure it has a top , the sun is terribly hot on the water. Decide what you will do more of realistically. If it is fishing, get a live well and bait wells. If it is leisure boating get that type. You can always take Coolers for fish and Bait buckets for a once or twice a year fishing trip.
18 to 20' center console bay boat.
If you going offshore you might want to consider dual power.I want to buy a boat that will be used in the lake and ocean. No more than 2 miles out in the ocean. any ideas
You know it depends on how many pounds, people, and what activities you will be doing. I have owned several boats and I too buy used boats. I like Chris Crafts. I would think you would want at least a 21' no smaller. Cuddy Cabins are nice in case of bad weather or sleeping. Make sure you look out for rotted wood. Everywhere. Try Craig's List for listings in your area. There are boats listed daily. Try to get as much equipment thrown in the deal as possible. Other boats to consider are Crownline, Four Winns, Rinker, and Sea Ray.
Good Luck!
Its all about finance you know.
How much money do you want to spend?I want to buy a boat that will be used in the lake and ocean. No more than 2 miles out in the ocean. any ideas
Nothing less than 22' for the ocean, depend's if you want fishing (center console), or cruising (cuddy cabin), I only like one kind of boat "BOSTON WHALER", a Boston Whaler won't sink, that's some mighty important information you have RIGHT THERE !
first lesson. never buy a used boat until you have a licensed
surveyor inspect the boat. the cost will save you money and trouble later. for skiing you will need 150- 200 hp motor to pull adults. a family of four will need a 22-25 boat for comfort including a head and storage areas. a bimini top for shade. you can safely trailer it if your vehicle is rated for 10-12000 pounds. be sure to consider insurance. an inboard engine is an option ,but they require a lot of room in the boat. if there is a boat show in your, its a god place to see whats available.
Any ideas of what kind of boat to look for? I will most likely buy a used boat first.I want to buy a boat that will be used in the lake and ocean. No more than 2 miles out in the ocean. any ideas
I suggest at least 19' boat. Either have dual motors or a small kicker motor to get you home if you break down. Make sure it has a top , the sun is terribly hot on the water. Decide what you will do more of realistically. If it is fishing, get a live well and bait wells. If it is leisure boating get that type. You can always take Coolers for fish and Bait buckets for a once or twice a year fishing trip.
18 to 20' center console bay boat.
If you going offshore you might want to consider dual power.I want to buy a boat that will be used in the lake and ocean. No more than 2 miles out in the ocean. any ideas
You know it depends on how many pounds, people, and what activities you will be doing. I have owned several boats and I too buy used boats. I like Chris Crafts. I would think you would want at least a 21' no smaller. Cuddy Cabins are nice in case of bad weather or sleeping. Make sure you look out for rotted wood. Everywhere. Try Craig's List for listings in your area. There are boats listed daily. Try to get as much equipment thrown in the deal as possible. Other boats to consider are Crownline, Four Winns, Rinker, and Sea Ray.
Good Luck!
Its all about finance you know.
How much money do you want to spend?I want to buy a boat that will be used in the lake and ocean. No more than 2 miles out in the ocean. any ideas
Nothing less than 22' for the ocean, depend's if you want fishing (center console), or cruising (cuddy cabin), I only like one kind of boat "BOSTON WHALER", a Boston Whaler won't sink, that's some mighty important information you have RIGHT THERE !
first lesson. never buy a used boat until you have a licensed
surveyor inspect the boat. the cost will save you money and trouble later. for skiing you will need 150- 200 hp motor to pull adults. a family of four will need a 22-25 boat for comfort including a head and storage areas. a bimini top for shade. you can safely trailer it if your vehicle is rated for 10-12000 pounds. be sure to consider insurance. an inboard engine is an option ,but they require a lot of room in the boat. if there is a boat show in your, its a god place to see whats available.
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