175 Hull Deformation

[Lazy Daze]

Does anyone think Sea Ray might come to the party and sort this out??? Obviously they have built a defective boat!

I wouldn't expect them to. After all, it's been out of warranty for about 8 years (IIRC, they had a 5 year hull warranty back then). The hull has actually completely changed 2 times since '97. I'm not saying Sea Ray positively won't do anything, just don't get your hopes up.

I mean, I certainly hope they do something. But look at it this way... If a car had a problem 8 years after the warranty expired, I doubt anyone would even consider expecting the manufacturer to do something about it.

 

[BiffStroganoffsky]

I think the 'warranty' would only cover catastrophic failures, not something that could be considered 'cosmetic'. Knowing that, what you need to do is make sure the vessel is still covered (you are the original owner so that is good) and then find a way to breach the hull in that spot while making it look 'natural'. This seems like a good spot for Spookeay to offer her assistance and for me to duck out. Good luck.

 

[Alpheus]

I think the 'warranty' would only cover catastrophic failures, not something that could be considered 'cosmetic'.

Most catastrophic failures start out as cosmetic. Something is wrong there and should be addressed. There is allot of forces at work to cause that kind of deformity in that hull

 

[BiffStroganoffsky]

True, but the warranty would only kick in if and when there is a catastrophic failure so you are, potentially, on the hook for the cost of any preventative 'repairs' prior to that occurrence. That is how insurance companies work...unfortunately. If you are lucky and the company values its reputation and your business, they will find a way to resolve the 'cosmetic' issue (note: it has not developed a leak yet so it is still cosmetic) which will come out of their budget. When the bean counters get involved, they will nix the cost and defer it to the insurance company which means you have to wait until it is a catastrophic failure. This is where Spookeay's expertise at restoring/demoing boats comes in handy - find a way to make it leak without you being in it on the water and preferably not at speed. ...but you didn't hear that from me.

 

[Spookeay]

This is where Spookeay's expertise at restoring/demoing boats comes in handy - find a way to make it leak without you being in it on the water and preferably not at speed

Aaaaa, Come on,,Don't get me taged in to this aspect of it now... LOL

Explore all your options and if of no resolution from Sea Ray, have a good glass person near by look at determine what happened. Then get it fixed.

 

[BiffStroganoffsky]

Well, yah wanted to help the guy and weren't too keen on my Viagra suggestion...

 

[Spookeay]

Well,,, You know using Viagra on a boat can cause the radar to go blind, and if you are using any additives such as Fuel treatment this can cause dangerous side effects. Also, If your out drive stays up for more than 4 Hr's the heck with the boat doctor, call a press conference.

 

[Woody]

I think the 'warranty' would only cover catastrophic failures, not something that could be considered 'cosmetic'. Knowing that, what you need to do is make sure the vessel is still covered (you are the original owner so that is good) and then find a way to breach the hull in that spot while making it look 'natural'. This seems like a good spot for Spookeay to offer her assistance and for me to duck out. Good luck.

True, but the warranty would only kick in if and when there is a catastrophic failure so you are, potentially, on the hook for the cost of any preventative 'repairs' prior to that occurrence. That is how insurance companies work...unfortunately. If you are lucky and the company values its reputation and your business, they will find a way to resolve the 'cosmetic' issue (note: it has not developed a leak yet so it is still cosmetic) which will come out of their budget. When the bean counters get involved, they will nix the cost and defer it to the insurance company which means you have to wait until it is a catastrophic failure. This is where Spookeay's expertise at restoring/demoing boats comes in handy - find a way to make it leak without you being in it on the water and preferably not at speed. ...but you didn't hear that from me.

The OP problem is certainly not just a ‘cosmetic’ issue. A critical structural component of his boat has failed. Due to that failed bulkhead connection the hull of his boat has deformed, is getting worse and now the member and hull side are being pounded against each other under rough sea conditions. This can only lead to further damage and larger repair costs. I would recommend the boat not be run anymore until it is fixed.

Biffstronanoffski, twice you have suggested the OP devise a method to further damage his own boat in an attempt to defraud the insurance company and/or SeaRay. Not good advice.

I’ll let the rest of you continue the debate on the effects Viagra might have on the OP’s failed member.

 

[BiffStroganoffsky]

Say no more...say no more. I'll take my own advice and vacate this thread.