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1998 Boston Whaler Conquest 21 2% Moisture @ Transom
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| alienhelper |
Posted on 06/14/09 - 7:07 AM
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very excited over here . . . found a bristol conquest. had the boat surveyed and the only notable finding was a moisture meter reading of 2% in the transom. i wanted to collect some expert opinions if, this is something to worry about? does anyone know if this is an indication of a lamination failure? does anyone know what the transom is contructed of, wood, composite? i want this boat something awful but i am worred about the reading . . . . PLEASE give me your opinions . . . . thanks all!!!!!
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| Phil T |
Posted on 06/14/09 - 10:12 AM
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Moisture meters can give you a false impression.
I would want to know the condition of the transom.
Are there any fine cracks in the gelcoat?
If there is a trim strip on the top, what does it look like underneath. If you remove the strip were the holes caulked?
Does it appear that the engine bolts were sealed on the inside and outside as far as you can tell?
The transom has a sandwich of fiberglass with a core of either plywood or whaleboard.
(p.s. Never thought of NJ as "over here". Compared to where? LOL)
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| alienhelper |
Posted on 06/14/09 - 10:23 AM
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thank you for the response. the boat is in very good condition. i did not observe any fine cracks in the gelcoat anywhere on the boat. so, the infiltration if the meter is accurate, barring undetected fine cracks would have to enter thru one of the points you mentioned.
would the meter reading as indicated make you cautious enough to opt out of the deal? i am so new at this . . .
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| Phil T |
Posted on 06/14/09 - 12:17 PM
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If there were NO cracks, and the clear indicator of caulk on the head and shank of the engine bolts, I would not be concerned.
I would observe the boat in the water at rest (one thing to do while doing a sea trial) and see where she sits. While not an expert at that year/model, the waterline should be below or at the rear drains. If bottom painted, do not look at the paint line since it can be off significantly. If the water line it is above the drains, I would be concerned.
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| alienhelper |
Posted on 06/14/09 - 12:50 PM
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thank you. to clarify, when you reference drains you are speaking of the cockpit self-bailers correct. i am new at this so forgive the silly question . . .
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| Phil T |
Posted on 06/14/09 - 12:58 PM
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Yes.
No such thing as a silly question.
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| sraab928 |
Posted on 06/14/09 - 5:36 PM
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The 2% number seemed low when I read it - I did some moisture meter research and found an interesting article...
http://www.diy-boat.com/content/view/...w/343/167/
What does your surveyor say about this?
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| alienhelper |
Posted on 06/14/09 - 6:50 PM
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thank you for your guidance. i read your article trouble is, you are never really sure if they are all talking the same language. one authority i read advised, fiberglass is only read between zero and three percent so two would seem at least moderate.
thanks your referral was helpful . . .
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