Hello all,
I am a new poster, and hopefully a Sea Ray owner very soon. I am looking at the 40' sedan bridge model, ideally 2000 - 2002 model year, with diesel engines.
After doing a fair amount of online research, I have a few questions that I hope someone can help with:
1. How much of a problem is the balsa core moisture/rot issue? Is this a widespread issue? Are certain years or configurations more susceptible? Is there something I can look for while searching that I should steer clear from?
2. How much does a comprehensive survey that would detect hull issues like balsa moisture/rot, as well as a comprehensive review of the engines, drives and auxiliary systems typically cost?
3. Am I crazy to be considering a boat that may be 14-16 years old as my first big boat purchase?
4. Am I crazy to think that we can do some casual fishing and diving from the open area at the stern?
5. Can I comfortably carry a small dinghy/tender on the standard swim shelf? Any recommendations in regards to a good dinghy (carry at least 4 adults) and a compatible mounting system?
Thanks in advance!
P.S. - Sorry...just realized I should have posted this in the newbie forum. I re-posted in that forum, but I can't find a way to delete this one. I apologize for the double post.
I am a new poster, and hopefully a Sea Ray owner very soon. I am looking at the 40' sedan bridge model, ideally 2000 - 2002 model year, with diesel engines.
After doing a fair amount of online research, I have a few questions that I hope someone can help with:
1. How much of a problem is the balsa core moisture/rot issue? Is this a widespread issue? Are certain years or configurations more susceptible? Is there something I can look for while searching that I should steer clear from?
2. How much does a comprehensive survey that would detect hull issues like balsa moisture/rot, as well as a comprehensive review of the engines, drives and auxiliary systems typically cost?
3. Am I crazy to be considering a boat that may be 14-16 years old as my first big boat purchase?
4. Am I crazy to think that we can do some casual fishing and diving from the open area at the stern?
5. Can I comfortably carry a small dinghy/tender on the standard swim shelf? Any recommendations in regards to a good dinghy (carry at least 4 adults) and a compatible mounting system?
Thanks in advance!
P.S. - Sorry...just realized I should have posted this in the newbie forum. I re-posted in that forum, but I can't find a way to delete this one. I apologize for the double post.
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