Went to the boat lot this morning. They weren't open yet, so I stepped over the little chain and walked all around the boat. Here are my observations - based on an exterior look - did not climb on with no one there.
1) Boat appears structurally sound.
2) Bottom has never been painted.
3) VA registration and boat fishing license indicate boat used a least as recently as last year.
4) Definitely in need of some TLC to make her shine again.
5) Appears to be some "ramp rub" on the bottom, at the stern, dead center, under the drain plug. Repaired, but not done well.
6) Trailer may be OK for local run, but needs a good going over and likely some replacement parts before a road trip. e.g. the rollers are dried and badly cracked.
I have about 20 photos total just over nine MB. Give me an email address and I will send them to you.
After you look at them, you can email me (
brian@thehodsons.com) on any further steps. I can certainly arrange to go visit the boat and look around inside and in the inspection access ports to get a feel for how she's been looked after.
Brian
