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1986 Whaler 27 FC Restoration/Modifications Complete
HTownGuppy	#1  Posted on 03/09/23 - 12:17 PM
Member Posts: 38 Comments: 0 Joined: 03/14/15	I wanted to share my completed 1986 Whaler 27 FC that I spent about 6 years or so restoring and modifying. I got a lot of help from members on this site and from searching the forum. I wanted to thank you all for that help and for this site! Unfortunately I now have to put the boat on the market as I'm not using the way it needs to be used. But I'm going to link my YouTube page so you can take a look at some of the modifications I did. I tried to upload pics but don't know if it worked. I'll also list the mods below as this is a pretty spectacular restoration/mod. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuzK...Mx98HmRT0w Here's the information: The Boat: This Boston Whaler is a very BIG and comfortable fishing and/or cruising boat. This has sat next to a Contender 32’ in storage and is actually one foot longer and obviously larger than the Contender 32’. Boston Whaler must have a different measuring stick when they created the boat, possibly someone can help explain that at some point. So the Whaler FC is roughly 33’ long, around 10’ beam and a height of 12’ when on trailer. The main tank has 177 gallons and the reserve is 27 gallons. It has always been in covered storage and either on the trailer or in a sling. Never stored on the water. Power Units: The Whaler is powered by new dual 2020 Mercury Verado 300 V8’s with: port engine 8 hours and starboard 9 hours. With these engines the Whaler has hit 50 mph and had more power to spare. I didn’t push it higher because of the break-in period on the engines. These engines haven’t been wide open for that reason. So this Whaler can take the waves and also get there fast. The engines sit on a new Armstrong bracket that acts as a sponson. The Whaler gets on plane effortlessly thanks to the Armstrong bracket and the insane torque of the 300 V8’s. All rigging, power steering elements and helm electronics are brand new for both engines. The new Verado V8s are probably the best engineered engines on the market today. They are highly efficient and with a boat like this the more efficient the engines the better the experience. Since these are new engines I don't have a lot of MPG information on them for this boat. They are high efficiency and have cruise modes you can program to conserve fuel. The Cabin: The cabin of the boat has been completely gutted and reconfigured for a much more sophisticated look and feel. This is a large cabin with 6' 3" of head room in the main kitchen and head area. I'm 6' and it's easy to get in/out of. Ceiling panels are all composite covered with vinyl. LED lights throughout cabin make for comfortable lighting for those nights when you need it. 2 Fans have been installed and all windows/hatches open to allow a nice breeze. It’s a great place to relax when it gets too hot outside or if you just want a break. The cabin features plenty of storage for utensils and dishes with one freshwater sink in the kitchen area and one in the head. A refrigerator is onboard as well. Full Head: No more fumbling with a tiny console when nature calls thanks to a full and private head with new Jabsco toilet. This makes guests and clients much happier when knowing there’s a private place if the need arises! The electronics are housed within the head area in a custom 3 shelf plexiglass array. Easily manage and diagnose any electrical need without having to become a contortionist. This boat was built not only for comfort but also with many years of experience owning and working on boats. I wanted all components to be easy to understand, highly accessible and plug and play. Other Details Include: Exterior: Triple-axle aluminum trailer; disk brakes and torsion suspension New Awlgrip paint New bottom paint All new exterior upholstery; Helm area with custom inserts, branded bolsters, branded seats, new top canvas, side awning canvas to hide all wiring, vinyl snap-out flooring Rear wash down sinks and live well acrylic lids Non-skid on surfaces Automatic bilge pumps(3) and Manual back-up bilge pump 4 Rocket launchers on aluminum top 6 built-in rod holders 2 down rigger mounting brackets Lewmar windlass with 20’ stainless chain and 300’ nylon Whaler Electronics Helm: Custom Fiberglass Helm New Garmin 12” Chartplotter/GPS GPSMAP 1242XSV PLUS New Mercury VesselView 7” control center New Lenco trim tab actuator New Lewmar windlass and actuator New Standard Horizon Eclipse GPS (GS1400GPS) VHF radio with exterior sounder and 8ft antenna NewWire Marine switch panel New Garmin GMR 18HD Radar Dome New Infinity head unit Stereo: Infinity Bluetooth head unit(PRV-350) Rockford Fosgate Sub amp Rockford Fosgate amp Rockford Fosgate speakers 10” Subs - 2 8” Mid - 2 6” Mid/High - 2 Mercury Verado Electronics Dual 2020 Mercury Verado 300 V8 engines - 8 and 9 hours on each Mercury VesselView 7” control center New Mercury Dual handle DTS Binnacle console New Mercury power steering pump assembly New Mercury tilt helm steering New Verado electronic rigging Duracell 31 AGM batteries - 2 DC Power: Paneltronics DC 12 Position Breaker panel w/ LEDs 3 individual fuse boxes for redundant circuit protection 3 Size 31 Duracell deep cycle for house battery bank. ProMariner 4 bank on-board charger. Remote monitor above Paneltronics breaker panel. 110v for easy charging. 1986 Boston Whaler 27FC - Restoration/Modification
Phil T	#2  Posted on 03/10/23 - 7:55 AM
Administrator Personal Page Personal Album Project Albums Posts: 6994 Comments: 6 Joined: 03/26/05	What is the asking price Chris? 1992 Outrage 17 I 2019 E-TEC 90, Viper 17 2+ 2018 Load Rite Elite 18280096VT
HTownGuppy	#3  Posted on 03/11/23 - 9:24 AM
Member Posts: 38 Comments: 0 Joined: 03/14/15	Hi Phil, I’m asking $122,000 and have had some interest, it’s only been a week since I started selling it. I know a boat like this is going to attract certain buyers, like the group here. It’s tough to set a price on one of these since it’s so unique. If anyone’s got some thoughts let me know. I’ve got $60k+ in the engines and rigging alone. Plus all the paint, fiberglass, electronics, upholstery, etc. As we know, this one can last another 50 years if taken care of. Thanks-Chris 1986 Boston Whaler 27FC - Restoration/Modification
Vances Revenge	#4  Posted on 03/11/23 - 11:31 AM
Member Posts: 91 Comments: 2 Joined: 03/15/14	Very nice job! $122,000.00 for this class of boat is nothing in todays market.
HTownGuppy	#5  Posted on 04/04/23 - 8:35 AM
Member Posts: 38 Comments: 0 Joined: 03/14/15	For you guys who have sold your Whalers do you have any suggestions for mine? I've advertised it on The Hull Truth, Boat Trader and Boats.net. I haven't gotten much interest at all. I don't know if this is a two month sale or if it's going to take 2 years. Are there any other forums or venues that you all would suggest? Thanks for your help! 1986 Boston Whaler 27FC - Restoration/Modification
butchdavis	#6  Posted on 04/05/23 - 8:11 AM
Member Posts: 828 Comments: 0 Joined: 11/22/11	As always, price sells. If you are in a hurry a much lower price is the answer. Think about your market. How many folks are seeking a used for almost 40 years boat of 27 feet for your asking price. A price that is perfectly reasonable to a handful of Boston Whaler enthusiasts may not have broad appeal. But, if you are not anxious to sell you may eventually be able to get your price. It's also possible to be very lucky and sell for your price tomorrow.
HTownGuppy	#7  Posted on 04/05/23 - 9:34 AM
Member Posts: 38 Comments: 0 Joined: 03/14/15	Thanks Butch for that shot of reality:-) I completely agree that we're a group of enthusiasts who value the build of Whalers and would put a higher price tag on something that might be older than the run of the mill boat. And the appeal to the everyday boater is much different. I'm going to need to re-evaluate if I want this to linger in storage for another year or possibly more or just bite the bullet and put it out there at a more palatable selling price. Fortunately I'm not in a financial bind but I do want the boat to be enjoyed by someone. Thanks again to this awesome forum for good advice and suggestions. 1986 Boston Whaler 27FC - Restoration/Modification
butchdavis	#8  Posted on 04/06/23 - 8:26 AM
Member Posts: 828 Comments: 0 Joined: 11/22/11	I would also list the boat on CW and the Facebook page All about Whaler, IIRC. Craigslist is another possibility but often generates many useless offers. But, may be worth a try.
butchdavis	#9  Posted on 04/07/23 - 7:56 AM
Member Posts: 828 Comments: 0 Joined: 11/22/11	Another consideration in selling a $100,000 plus boat is using a broker. Like real estate there is a fee but many sellers feel it is worth the cost for the much broader advertisement exposure. If you are considering the broker option read the agreement very carefully. A broker may waive all or part of their fee if the owner is able to sell the boat without his help. Other agreements may be much more binding and contain length of agreement clauses. An online search of boat or yacht brokerages should provide useful information.
HTownGuppy	#10  Posted on 04/12/23 - 8:26 AM
Member Posts: 38 Comments: 0 Joined: 03/14/15	Thanks Butch for your help with this and advice. I've used a broker in the past and had mixed results. I actually sold one boat myself and the broker took the commission. I didn't argue because they did the test runs with the buyer so that made up for me finding the person. What is CW? I will also put this on Facebook marketplace. 1986 Boston Whaler 27FC - Restoration/Modification
butchdavis	#11  Posted on 04/13/23 - 7:05 AM
Member Posts: 828 Comments: 0 Joined: 11/22/11	CW = www.continuouswave.com