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Marine Survey Report

1980 Alden Skye 51 Ketch

Prepared Exclusively For

Report Date: 3/24/2018

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 GENERAL INFORMATION
OPENING REMARKS & VESSEL SPECIFICS
This Is To Certify that the undersigned Marine Surveyor acting on behalf of Sun
Coast Marine Surveying & Consulting, LLC inspected the referenced the single
screw fiberglass motor vessel on the dates specified.
Purpose of Survey The survey was made at the request of the named client and for his/her account, in
order to ascertain the vessel's general condition and valuation for pre-purchase
consideration.
Attending Surveyor: Attending Surveyor Representing Buyers Interest: Paul Morgan, SA.
Circumstances of Survey: The vessel was inspected while out of the water on hard stands for an inspection of
the waterline hull, appendages and machinery. All accessible compartments were
entered, but do to paneling, liner, tanks, and installed equipment only about 20
percent of the hulls interior surface could be observed. The specific materials and
lay up schedule for the fiberglass moldings could not be determined with the
non-destructive techniques available for inspection. A formal sea trial was not
performed. Machinery and equipment were inspected while operating unless
specifically noted. Electrical shore power was not available and only battery and
battery inverter power was used during the inspection. The deck and superstructure
were examined visually and by way of ransom percussion testing and random
moisture meter readings. The below draw waterline hull and appendages were
examined visually and by of random percussion testing and moisture meter
readings were applicable.

NOTE: Ownership, HIN and Official numbers from documents. Numbers verified
on hull. All specifications included in report are from official documents or sources
such as USCG Documentation, state registration, manufacturer's data or other
reference materials and were not measured during the inspection.

Spars, poles and rigging were recently inspected previously by a rigging

professional and are not included in this survey.
Surveyor Qualifications: The surveyor is a member of SAMS (Society of
Accredited Marine Surveyors), and a Mechanical
Engineer (BSME University of South Carolina)
with over 20 years experience in the marine
industry.
Intended use: Recreational.
Sailboat rigging: Previously inspected by a rigging professional and not included in this report.
CLIENT
Client name: Street address: City/State/Zip:
New Zealand address.

SURVEY LOCATION
Out of Water Portion: Salt Creek Marina 107 15th Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701.

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VESSEL INFORMATION
Vessel Yr/Make/Model:
Vessel name:
Hull ID number (HIN):
State registration no.:
Manufacturer/Builder:
VESSEL SPECIFICATIONS
Length overall (L.O.A.):
Beam:
Draft:
Fuel Capacity:
Fresh Water Capacity:
Holding Tank Capacity:
Hot Water Tank Capacity:
U.S.C.G. OFFICIAL DOCUMENTATION
Official Doc No:
Documented name:
. Recreational.
1980 Alden Syke 51 Ketch.
.
- not sighted due to the vessel being on hard stands and was unable to safely
get location the hull ID number. Number has been taken from the
USCG documentation of the referenced vessel.
Vessel is a USCG Documented vessel. State registration numbers not sighted or
required on outer hull.
MAO TA Lumber & Yacht Corp. Taiwan.
50.9' per USCG documentation.
14.3' per USCG documentation.
7' per USCG documentation.
104 U.S. Gallons Total.
200 U.S. Gallons.
20 U.S. Gallons.
6 U.S. Gallons.
000000 Not permanently affixed per USCG regulations.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority I)
Documented use: Documented hailing port:
Laguna Beach CA.

Documented gross tons: Documented net tons: Findings:

25 GRT. 22 NRT. No documentation numbers sighted
on the vessel.
Recommendations:
The official documentation number
must be permanently affixed in
block type Arabic numerals not less
than 3 inches on a clearly visible
interior structural part of the boat.
Recommend compliance with
existing regulations.

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 EXTERIOR HULL, DECK & BOTTOM INSPECTION
DESIGN CHARACTERISTICS
Standard:

Standard manufacture' s hull, deck & superstructure.

HULL: Displacement type hull with moderately raked bow, vertical with
increasing flare forward, straight reverse sheer and square stern. The bottom is a fin
keel steered with a rudder on skeg. A masthead ketch rig configuration.

DECK(S) & SUPERSTRUCTURE: Single level deck with raised foredeck and
single level recessed cabin house superstructure with dodger.

WATERTIGHT INTEGRITY: A single water tight compartment divided into

separate cabins by apparently non-watertight bulkheads and self draining anchor
locker at the fore peak. The hatches and portholes opening to the exterior hull,
weather decks, and cockpit were apparently water tight types (ABYC Standards
H-3) except for the companionway, cockpit locker hatches which were apparently
water tight. The companionway was equipped with a sill and the cockpit was a self
draining type via scuppers located at the aft outboard corners of the cockpit.
HULL DECK & SUPERSTRUCTURE
Hull, Deck & Conventional fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) moldings with unknown core
Superstructure: material, bottom paint over gel coat exterior shell below the waterline and dark
blue marine paint over gel coat above the waterline with bulkheads grafted to the
hull with FRP laminates. Deck has unknown core with marine paint and exterior
gel coat surfaces and painted in anti-skid texture in tread areas. Hull-deck joint is a
shoe box design sealed with an elastomeric type compound and secured with
stainless steel fasteners and FRP tabbing where observed. Joint protection provided
by an external wooden teak type rub rail with a stainless steel striker molding and
stainless steel fasteners.
(See Findings & Recommendations Other Observations)
Structural Members: Transverse longitudinal and athwartship framing system comprised of FRP
encapsulated longitudinal box stringers and frames of an unknown core material.
Both stringers and frames laminated to the hulls interior along with full and partial
plywood bulkheads and plywood floors grafted to the hull with FRP laminates and
full and partial plywood bulkheads secured with mechanical fasteners.

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 Interior Construction: Veneered plywood and wood bulkheads and doors, vinyl covered bulkheads, vinyl
head and hull liner sections, pre molded FRP liner sections. Laminated type
counter tops, teak and holly covered plywood cabin sole.
Bottom Paint: Bottom paint in new condition.
Blister Comments: Blisters are an unknown factor on all boats and if not currently present, there is no
guarantee that they will not appear in the future. Blisters have a tendency to dry
out over winter storage unless severe or large. Blisters (if any) best appear after
vessel has been in water for an entire season. In addition, the symptomatic
evidence of blistering can be obscured by bottom coatings, a dry storage period
during which blisters spontaneously depressurize, bottom laminate sanding, and
other conditions or actions. Recommend full inspection for blisters immediately
after haul-out and power wash. Surveyor has no firsthand knowledge of the history
of bottom maintenance, blistering, repairs or prophylactic coatings on this vessel.

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ABOVE WATERLINE HULL, DECK, SUPERSTRUCTURE, HARDWARE & FITTINGS

Deck Floorplan: Standard manufactures deck layout with no modifications to the original design.
Anchor Platform: Stainless steel platform with anchor roller, well secured to the deck and roller in
good condition.
Toe Rails, Rails, Molded FRP toe rail with teak cap, part of deck lay up, polished stainless steel bow
Stanchions & Life Lines: rail mounted to the deck with stainless steel fasteners. Stainless steel stanchions
with dual life lines. Firmly mounted and serviceable except as otherwise noted.
Mooring Hardware: Polished stainless steel horn cleats firmly attached with stainless steel fasteners.
Hatches, Portholes, Sliding companionway wooden hatch and aluminum framed deck hatches with
Portlight, Doors & Lexan type windows. The forward end of the coach roof hatch sufficiently sized to
Windows: act as a fire escape per NFPA 302. Cabin portholes with Lexan type windows at the
deck level. Intact and serviceable except as otherwise noted.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)

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 Exterior Seating & Tables: The exterior seat structures were firmly mounted and the upholstery was
serviceable showing average wear and tear for age.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
Boarding Ladder: No boarding ladder sighted. Mounting brackets on transom.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
Above Draw Water Line Stainless steel thru-hull fittings all secure in good condition.
(ADWL) Thru Hulls:
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BELOW DRAW WATERLINE SKIN FITTINGS, MACHINERY & HARDWARE

Below DWL Thru Hull Bronze and stainless steel fittings appear to be in serviceable condition with limited
Fittings: wastage.
Thru Hull Strainer Covers Bronze thru hull strainer covers, appear to be in serviceable condition with limited
& Scoops: wastage.
Sea Valves / Sea Cock Bronze sea cocks with mounting flanges. Valves were exercised and found to be
Type: functional.
Sea Strainers: Bronze Internal strainer(s) installed. Strainers were inspected visually for cracks or
any evidence of blockage. Strainers were not opened and inspected due to
destructive testing restrictions. It is recommend the buyer open and inspect each
strainer prior to taking delivery.
Note: This company suggests the sea cock/ sea valves be serviced according to the
manufactures recommendations as a preventative measure upon purchasing a used
vessel and thereafter as recommended by the sea cock/ sea valve manufacturer or
more frequently as a part of the vessel's regular maintenance program. We also
strongly recommend that if the vessel is left unattended that all below waterline sea
valves be closed with the exception of scuppers, bilge pump discharge, or other
valves that are required to be in the open position to prevent flooding of the vessel
during inclement weather. This provides an extra measure of safety for the vessel
as well as the added benefit of familiarizing the crew with safety valve locations
and to exercise the valves to prevent seizure.
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 Moreover, if not already done so, it is strongly suggested that properly sized
tapered wooden plugs be kept in the vicinity of each sea cock/sea valve/thru hull to
be used as a plugging device in the case of an emergency. Finally, when renewing
the vessels protective coatings, it must be kept in mind that antifouling paints
containing copper or other metals must not be applied to metal fittings and/or
machinery without first having an insulated coating such as underwater metal
primer or epoxy barrier coat applied. Failure to do so can result in harmful
galvanic corrosion damage to the fittings and/or machinery.

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KEEL
Keel type: Long fin keel with rudder on skeg - Keel is molded in with hull. No cracks or
separation sighted.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
CATHODIC PROTECTION
Bonding System: The bonding system was found to be using an individual green insulated bonding
wire. Appeared to be serviceable were sighted except as indicated otherwise in this
report. Hull zinc anodes.
Additional Remarks: A separate bonding system survey was not performed, and a corrosion meter was
not used to establish the level of protection. If a more detailed analysis is
required, a complete separate bonding system survey is recommended.
Note: A vessels bonding system should be checked as part of the vessel's regular
maintenance program. Each bonding wire should be checked regularly for
corrosion, and its connection should be checked for connectivity. Resistance
should be less than one (1) Ohm.

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 SPARS & POLES, STANDING & RUNNING RIGGING & SAILS
SPARS & POLES, STANDING & RUNNING RIGGING & SAILS
Rig Type: Masthead Ketch rigging. Rigging professional recently inspected the subject vessel
for the buyer. Rigging inspection not apart of this report. For details and condition
of rigging refer to the report from the rigging professional.
Sail Track(s): Weather deck mounted aluminum T Track style genoa tracks with cars. Firmly
mounted and serviceable showing negligible wear and tear.
Traveler(s): Aft boom main sheeting with aft deck mounted traveler with car and control ends.
Firmly mounted and showing moderate wear and tear.
Sheets, Lines, Halyards & Synthetic braded line showing negligible to low wear and tear depending on the
Shackles: line and stainless steel shackles showing low to moderate wear and wastage.
Blocks: Various brands showing low to moderate wear and considered serviceable.
Line Clutches: Line clutches mounted on the port and starboard cabin top all showing average
wear and tear for the age of the vessel but were serviceable.
Winches: Two Lewmar 42 two speed halyard winches mounted on the forward mast. Two
Lewmar 44 three speed and one Lewmar 42 winches mounted to forward deck.
Two Lewmar 55 and two Lewmar 65 winches mounted in cockpit. Two Lewmar 30
two speed winches mounted to aft mast. One Lewmar 42 winch mount on deck
near aft mast. All winches were in serviceable condition, were firmly mounted and
function properly.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
Note: When purchasing a used vessel we suggest all winches be serviced according to
the manufacture' s recommendations and therefore annually as part of the
vessels routine maintenance.

We suggest that all furling gear be serviced according to the manufacture' s

recommendation upon the purchase of a used vessel as a preventative measure.

Marine hardware (stainless steel and aluminum) failures can develop without
visual indication. Therefore, diligent maintenance, proper use, frequent
inspections and replacement of questionable or aged hardware are the best lines
of defense against mast/rigging failures.

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 HELM STATIONS & NAVIGATION ELECTRONICS
NAVIGATION ELECTRONICS
Helm Station: Electronics mounts on pedestal and at navigation station inside cabin. A 6"
Danforth compass in serviceable condition. The accuracy of the compass was not
verified. ACPT Auto pilot mounted at the helm.
In the cabin at the navigation table is a Standard Horizons Explorer VHF that
powered up. B&G Zeus display with navigational charts, radar, depth and wind.
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ENGINE INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Throttle and Shift Single lever for throttle/shift control mounted in the cockpit to the starboard side of
Controls: the helm.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
Engine Room Blowers: Engine room blower(s) power up and are fully functional.
Engine Status: Perkins Engines display panel with engine rpm, oil pressure, water temperature and
battery voltage.
OTHER ELECTRONICS AND CONTROLS
Bilge pump switches: Two bilge pump switches mounted on galley cabinet. -- one powers up bilge pump,
one is intermittent in powering up the other bilge pump.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)

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 CABIN INTERIOR APPOINTMENTS
ACCOMMODATIONS
Manufactures Image: Standard manufacture layout, no interior changes to the original factory
designed interior.
Entertainment & Berthing A forward cabin with starboard bunk berths sleeps two, an aft cabin with a double
& Salon: berth sleeps two. The main salon has a wrap around seating dinette which can
convert to a double berth, a lounge which can be used as a single berth and the
shelf above the lounge can be used as a berth. Furthermore the berthing provisions
were considered to be satisfactory for the vessels type.
Interior Lighting: 12 VDc. Operable except as noted in the findings.
Galley/ Dinette & The galley was fitted with a laminate counter top, storage lockers, cabinets and
Accessories: drawers. A single stainless steel sink and piped with flex type drain hose secured
with hose clamp and polished stainless steel faucet and foot pump faucet. Gimbal
mounted Force 10 dual burner propane stove and oven, not tested as propane not
connected. Cabinet locker refrigerator and separate freezer. Both powered up but
only the fridge was cooling. The galley arrangement was also considered adequate
for the vessel type.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
Water Closet(s): Two water closets, one forward of forward cabin and one as an ensuite in the aft
cabin. Both formed with wood, plywood and laminated cabinetry. Stainless steel
wash basin piped with flex hose and secured with hose clamp to polished stainless
steel faucet. Integrated shower stall with drain on sole. Marine heads (Toilet) that
operates on a manual pump flush system piped with reinforced hoses and secured
with hose clamps. The installed equipment operated normally and presented low
wear and tear.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
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 ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
DIRECT CURRENT (D.C). SYSTEMS
Direct Current System(s) The vessel was equipped with a 12VDc system consisting of a main house battery
Type: bank and a separate engine start battery. 8 Mastervolt AGM 6VDc wet cell lead
acid batteries are located below the floor of the salon and are in a FRP battery box
and secure. A separate 1group 27 12VDc wet cell lead acid battery is located in the
engine room as a engine start battery. The batteries provide power to all 12 V
systems to include engine start battery, house electrical and anchor windlass. One
Guest rotary switch is located at the main electrical panel at the navigation table.
Where visible the vessel was wired with multi stranded copper conductors with
plastic type insulation. Furthermore, were observed, no indications of overheating
conductor insulation was observed. The terminals where splices could be seen,
consisted of ring terminals, terminal plugs, spade and blade terminals, fork
terminals, common butt splices, and waterproof butt splices. Battery charging was
accomplished by 12 VDc unknown amperage alternator on engine, the onboard
solar energy system consisting of three 140A solar panels mounted on the aft
awning with two Blue Sky Energy solar boost 3000i controllers located in the
engine room and shore power by the ProMariner ProSport12 battery charger that
powered up. The main DC panel board is located on the starboard side wall of the
main salon at the navigation table. All panels were clearly marked for voltage. Over
current protection of the system was provided by a variety of in-line fuses of
different types, push button thermal reset breakers and circuit breakers.
Note: Check all battery dates prior to purchase to determine any batteries that are older
then 3 years, It is recommend any battery over 3 years be replaced. Batteries are
not load tested as a part of the survey and often battery dates are not visible. Verify
this information prior to closing.

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ALTERNATING CURRENT (A.C.) SYSTEM(S)

Shore Power System: The vessel was equipped with one 120 VAc Hubbel 30 amp single phase Ac
system. The vessel shore power connections were located on the starboard inside
aft cockpit that are hardwired to the system. The operable main shore power circuit
breaker is located at the AC distribution panel in the main salon. All breakers were
operable and analog volt and amp gauges were installed at the power panel. Over
current protection was provided for with individual branch circuit breakers in
addition to the main shore power circuit breaker installed at the panel board. Where
accessible and visible, the shore powers system's consisted of multi stranded
copper conductors with plastic type insulation, and the terminal's consisted of
ringing terminals and butt slices. The system's wiring in so far as could be
determined did not appear to be modified from its factory installation, and no
indications of overheating of the visible portion's of the wiring insulation was
found. The Ac panel board was fitted with reverse polarity indicators which were
functioning. GFCI protected AC receptacles were installed in the vessel. The
systems impedance, voltage drop, polarity and GFCI function were tested at each
Ac receptacle with a Suretester device with shore power and generator supplied
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 power and tested normal except as indicated in the Findings & Recommendations.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
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GENERATOR
Manufacturer: Honda EU2000i portable gas generator located in the engine room. Not secured.
Follow manufacturers operating instructions and do not use in enclosed places.
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INVERTER/CONVERTER
Manufacturer: Mastervolt, Mass Combi 12/2500-100 sin wave inverter/battery charger located
mounted to the bulkhead of the engine room. Mastervolt, Mass Charger Control
located at main electrical panel.
Photographs:

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 PROPULSION SYSTEM
MAIN ENGINE(S)
No./Type/Cylinders: One Perkins model 4.236 in-line four cylinder naturally aspirated diesel engine
with raw water cooled closed loop cooling system and wet type of exhaust with a
reported 82 rated horse power at 2800 rpm. The engine was secured to the vessels
longitudinal main stringers made fast by stainless steel engine mount fasteners. No
drip pads available, fluid and the debris fall into the bilge area beneath the engines.
The engines cooling systems were equipped with engine mounted heat exchangers,
engine mounted raw water cooling pumps, engine mounted closed system
circulating pumps, engine mounted OEM type cooling system hoses secured with
hose clamps and metal piping. Bronze raw water strainers with site glass were
incorporated into the raw water intake hoses, and the raw water was discharged to
the exhaust at the mixing elbows. The exhaust systems were wet type with common
approved type wet exhaust hoses, metal exhaust tubing and discharged to the aft
stern quarters through an exhaust thru-hull fitting. All sighted exhaust hose
connections were made fast with double hose clamps per ABYC recommendations.
All hoses appear to be in serviceable condition. Belt condition appears to be
serviceable with no cracks or evidence of belt dust sighted.
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TRANSMISSION(S)
Manufacturer/Model: Transmission and v-drive. Manufacturers data plates not sighted.
Propeller shaft(s): Stainless steel shaft with dripless seal. Feathering type 3 bladed propeller.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)

STEERING SYSTEM
Manufacturer & Type:
STEERING SYSTEM
Yacht Specialties Co. Wheel steering mounted on pedestal. Pedestal mounted
cable type radial quadrant drive at rudder head. Cable and dogs appeared to be in
serviceable condition.

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TANKAGE
FUEL TANK(S) & PIPING
No & Location: Three tanks located in the salon. Two tanks under the starboard seating of the
dinette, both plastic type. One tank located under the port lounge seat, metal tank,
secured. The fill hoses were USCG approved Type A hoses secured with double
hose clamps where visible. The tanks were vented to topside mounted fittings with
flame screens and were plumbed with SAE j1527 hoses secured with hose clamps.
The fuel supply and return hoses were also SAEj1527 with hose clamps fittings,
and the engines were equipped with OEM type flexible fuel lines and metal fuel
tubing. Fuel filtration was provided by remotely mounted Raycor primary fuel filter
and engine mounted OEM type fuel filter. .
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
POTABLE WATER SYSTEM & WATER HEATER
No & Locations of The potable water system consists of a water tank secured below the forward cabin
Tank(s): lower berth. The system was equipped with Jabsco brand 12 VDc on demand water
pump installed in the engine room. The water pump functioned when tested. The
water heater itself was a marine grade Kuuma brand 120 VAc water heater with
engine heat exchanger provision. The water heater was located in the engine room
and the unit was fitted with a pressure relief valve. The system's piping was made
of semi-flexible polyethylene tubing with compression fittings as well as reinforced
vinyl type hose sections secured with hose clamps.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
HOLDING TANK(S) - BLACK WATER
Marine Sanitation Device: The holding tank is located in the forward cabin under the lower berth. The
systems plumbing consisted of polyethylene semi-flexible tubing with compression
fittings at the flushing side and PVC fittings and reinforced sanitation type hose
secured with hose clamps at the discharge side. No waste odors were noted within
the confined spaces of the vessel, and the system was operable. The visible
portions of the holding tank were intact. No active leaks were observed at the
visible portions of the systems components.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
LPG (PROPANE) TANK(S)
No & Location of Tanks: One tank located in a locker on the aft starboard deck. No Overflow Protection
Device (OPD) with Appropriate LPG regulator. LPG shut off valve at the tank top.
No LPG electrical solenoid shut off valve switch is available near the galley. Flex
LPG type hose located in port storage locker with additional tank.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority I)
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 SAFETY EQUIPMENT
U.S.C.G. REQUIRED
Navigation Lights: All Navigation lights are fully operational.
Life Jackets(PFD's): The following USCG approved life jackets were sighted on board: 3 USCG Type I,
3 USCG Type II.
Throwable Type PFD's: No USCG Type IV throwable PFD device sighted on board vessel.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority I)
Visual Distress Signals: 12 Ga Aerial, Red hand held, Hand held smoke signals, Signals are current
NOTE: All visual distress signals have a printed expiration date- 3 years from date
of manufacture. It is recommended that expired signals be retained for backup.
You must have at least three aerial or three red hand held signals that are current.
Sound Devices: No sound devices sighted.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority I)
USCG placards: Both USCG mandated placards (Oil & Garbage) are properly posted.
Engine ventilation: Power exhaust ventilation blower(s) are installed.
Inland Navigation Rule A copy of the Inland Navigational Rules was not sighted as required for vessels
Book: over 39'4" (12M) or longer.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority I)
Waste Management Plan: A written waste management plan was not sighted on board to comply with USCG
regulations.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority I)
FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT
Dry Chemical Size I: One USCG approved extinguisher(s) sighted at the following locations: Engine
room.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority I)
BILGE PUMPS
AFT BILGE: Two electric pumps. Located at: Aft bilge Rule 12 volt. Lower pump was
intermittent when tested with manual switch and not secure. Upper pump
functioned properly.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
SHOWER & SUMP One shower sump located below the floor aft of the forward water closet. The sump
PUMP(S): does not have a water tight cover, the electrical connection block is located in the
sump.
The aft water closet shower water drains into the aft bilge.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority II)
Bilge Pump Comments: CAUTION---- Bilge pumps are high maintenance items. Bilge pumps are only the
initial part of a de-watering system, which may include a strum-box, check-valves
or occasionally anti-siphon loops and valves, piping, a seacock if the exit is below
waterline and a thru-hull tailpiece. This entire system must be understood and
maintained. Bilge pumps may fail at any time. No warranty as to longevity can be
expressed or implied at survey. Tapered wooden plugs tied to seacocks are an
inexpensive safety item and highly recommended under current ABYC standards.
Keeping bilges clean and free of debris is a vital part of insuring proper operation.
It is also recommended that each bilge pump be periodically tested by filling the
immediate bilge area with water, to ensure the pump(s) and float switch(s) are
operating as designed.

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GROUND TACKLE & WINDLASS
Anchors & Rodes: (The anchor rodes were inspected as stored without ranging)

Primary: A galvanized steel plough type anchor is mounted at the anchor platform
with an undetermined length of raw chain and considered serviceable other then
noted in the Findings & Recommendations, showing moderate wear and wastage.

Windlass: A Nillson windlass is mounted on the platform.

AUXILIARY SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Carbon Monoxide Carbon monoxide fume detector was not sighted but are highly recommended by
Detectors: ABYC and NFPA.
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority I)
NOTE: During the burning of any of fuels, Carbon Monoxide ( CO ) gas may be
created due to incomplete combustion from propulsion systems, cabin heater or
stove as well as nearby boats running generators. Adequate ventilation must be
provided at all times while burning any of these fuels, but CO may also be drawn
into the cabin through ventilation systems. This is especially true of boats running
air conditioning. CO is a silent menace and kills without warning, Regular testing
of installed CO detectors in any occupied spaces below decks is highly
recommended.
Life Raft(s): Zodiac classe V
(See Findings & Recommendations Priority I)
EPIRB: GlobalFix Pro 406MHz GPS EPIRB, manually deployable. Battery is current
(expires 04/2021). Tests Ok.

AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT
DINGHY / TENDER
Manufacturer/Model: Inmar inflatable with aluminum hull tender. Mounted on davits on transom.
Yamaha 20hp 4 stroke outboard located on deck forward of dodger.

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 INSPECTION RECOMMENDATIONS SUMMARY

PRIORITY I - SAFETY & REGULATORY RECOMMENDATIONS:

(MAY BE MANDATORY)
The items listed are required by state laws or federal laws and U.S.C.G. regulations or are considered by the
attending surveyor to represent unsafe operating conditions. Recommend these items be corrected before next use
of vessel.

GENERAL INFORMATION
U.S.C.G. OFFICIAL DOCUMENTATION
Findings:
No documentation numbers sighted on the vessel.

Recommendations:
The official documentation number must be permanently affixed in block type Arabic numerals not less
than 3 inches on a clearly visible interior structural part of the boat. Recommend compliance with existing
regulations.

TANKAGE
FUEL TANK(S) & PIPING
Findings:
The two port side tanks are not secure.

Recommendations:
USCG 183.550 Fuel tanks: Installation.(b) Each fuel tank must not move at the mounting surface more than
one-fourth inch in any direction. Compliance is mandatory.

LPG (PROPANE) TANK(S)

Findings:
Propane (LPG) tank located in aft storage locker not compliant to ABYC standards. Also an addition loose
propane tank located in the aft port storage locker. This is also not compliant.

Recommendations:
Have a certified propane installer review and install an appropriate ABYC compliant propane system.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT
U.S.C.G. REQUIRED
Findings:
1. No USCG Type IV throwable PFD device sighted on board vessel.

2. No sound devices sighted.

3. A copy of the Inland Navigational Rules was not sighted as required for vessels over 39'4" (12M) or
longer.

4. A written waste management plan was not sighted on board to comply with USCG regulations.

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 Recommendations:
1. All vessels 16 ft or more require at least one USCG approved Type IV PFD (throwable device) per 33
CFR Section 175.15. Owner is advised to comply with the law.

2. Recommend a sound device like horn, whistle or bell be made readily available to comply with USCG
regulations.

3. Obtain a copy of the Inland Navigation Rules and be familiar with it's contents. Keep rule book on board
vessel to comply with USCG regulations and to avoid a potential fine.

4. Vessels over 39'4" (12M) or longer with a galley and berthing require a written waste management plan
describing the procedures for collecting, processing, storing and discharging garbage, and designate the
person who is in charge of carrying out this plan. This is a USCG CFR 33 151.57 requirement. Non
compliance could lead to a fine.

FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

Findings:
1. The portable extinguishers' gauge indicated serviceable but no inspection tags were observed.

2. Insufficient number of fire extinguishers for this size vessel.

Recommendations:
1. Have portable fire extinguishers inspected annually per ABYC A-4.

2. USCG standards for vessels 40 to 65 feet require three (3) BI extinguishers or one (1) BII and (1)BI
(One Fixed system equals One BI or Two BII). ABYC A4.6.3 and NFPA 302 Chapter 12 recommend four
(4) BI extinguishers: one outside the engine compartment, one at steering position and One near the galley
and crew quarters or cockpit. Recommend compliance with ABYC and NFPA for this size vessel. Fire
extinguishers should be permanently mounted and readily available using the mounting system for the
brand chosen.

AUXILIARY SAFETY EQUIPMENT

Findings:
1. Carbon monoxide fume detector was not sighted but are highly recommended by ABYC and NFPA.

2. Life raft no certification date sighted.

Recommendations:
1. Install Carbon Monoxide detectors in any enclosed accommodation spaces per ABYC A-24 and NFPA
302 recommendations.

2. Life raft will needed to be re-certified before use.

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PRIORITY II - MAINTENANCE & STANDARDS RELATED RECOMMENDATIONS:
(NOT NORMALLY MANDATORY)
These are important maintenance items sighted which in this firm's opinion should be performed. They may also
include recommendations to conform to current ABYC and NFPA-302 voluntary standards which may not have
been in effect or may not have been adhered to by the builder when the vessel was constructed. Some of these, if
not addressed, could lead to a Priority I safety issue and/or may result in a reduced vessel market value.

EXTERIOR HULL, DECK & BOTTOM INSPECTION

ABOVE WATERLINE HULL, DECK, SUPERSTRUCTURE, HARDWARE & FITTINGS
Findings:
1. Forward deck hatch is frozen and cannot be opened by hand.

2. Aft seat in the cockpit the teak is damaged and lifting

3. Teak finish on cockpit table is in poor condition.

4. No boarding ladder sighted.

5. Port aft ventilator box, the forward port corner the dovetail joint is separating.

Recommendations:
1. Repair as necessary.

2. Repair as necessary.

3. Refinish teak cockpit table.

4. ABYC 41.10.1 states "Means of unassisted reboarding shall be provided on all boats. The reboarding
means shall be accessible to, and deployable by the person in the water.". Recommend installation of
compliant boarding ladder.

5. Repair as necessary.

KEEL
Findings:
Elevated moisture readings and water sighted weeping from areas of keel and skeg.

Recommendations:
Investigate further and repair as necessary.

SPARS & POLES, STANDING & RUNNING RIGGING & SAILS

SPARS & POLES, STANDING & RUNNING RIGGING & SAILS
Findings:
Cockpit winches show some wear

Recommendations:
Have cockpit winches serviced

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HELM STATIONS & NAVIGATION ELECTRONICS
ENGINE INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Findings:
Engine throttle and shift control was stiff to move.

Recommendations:
Investigate further and service/repair as necessary.

OTHER ELECTRONICS AND CONTROLS

Findings:
One bilge pump switch is intermittent.

Recommendations:
Investigate further and repair as necessary.

CABIN INTERIOR APPOINTMENTS

ACCOMMODATIONS
Findings:
1. Freezer powered up but did not cool down.

2. Foot pump did not pump water.

3. Forward water closet shower pan does not have a drain to the shower sump, does not have a shower head
faucet and does not have hot water plumbed.

4. The forward anchor locker room, the FRP cover over the bilge is wasted.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
ALTERNATING CURRENT (A.C.) SYSTEM(S)
Findings:
1. Several AC outlets are not GFCI protected.

2. All AC outlets have a voltage drop of 20-27% when tested with a 15A load. Note, power source was
from inverter.

Recommendations:
1. ABYC E-13.3.5 states: "If installed in a head, galley, machinery space, or on a weather deck, the
receptacle shall be protected by a Type A (nominal 5 milliamperes) Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI)." While this ABYC requirement only applies to the construction of new boats, adding GFCI
breakers is recommended.

2. Investigate further and repair/correct as necessary.

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PROPULSION SYSTEM
TRANSMISSION(S)
Findings:
Feathering propeller blades would not turn by hand.

Recommendations:
Investigate further and repair as necessary. Feathering propellers should rotate by finger as per
manufacturer instructions.

TANKAGE
POTABLE WATER SYSTEM & WATER HEATER
Findings:
Tank not secure.

Recommendations:
Secure tank.

HOLDING TANK(S) - BLACK WATER

Findings:
Tank not secure.

Recommendations:
Secure tank.

SAFETY EQUIPMENT
BILGE PUMPS
Findings:
1. Aft bilge lower pump is intermittent on manual switch and not secure.

2. Forward shower sump electrical connection block in sump.

3. Forward shower sump does not have a water tight cover.

4. Aft shower drains into aft bilge no strainer sighted.

Recommendations:
1. Investigate further and repair as necessary, secure pump.

2. Relocate electrical connection block out of sump.

3. Install a water tight cover.

4. Install a strainer to avoid pump blockage.

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OTHER OBSERVATIONS:
These are other less significant maintenance items or observations that if not addressed, could lead to more
important priority issues and/or could lead to a reduced vessel market value. The cost of addressing these
recommendations is generally minimal.

EXTERIOR HULL, DECK & BOTTOM INSPECTION

HULL DECK & SUPERSTRUCTURE
Findings:
Hull paint shows some abrasion in areas. Most likely from fenders.

Recommendations:
Repair if desired.

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 SURVEY FINDINGS PHOTO'S

Hull paint abrasions Ventilator box

Aft propane locker Aft seat teak

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 High voltage drop Unsecured fuel tank

Forward anchor locker bilge cover

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 CONDITION & VALUE REPORT SUMMARY

CONCLUSION:
Insofar as could be determined by general examination without making removals to expose concealed parts, the
vessel was considered to be in good overall general condition, and it is my considered opinion that upon compliance
with the recommendations stated above, it would be in satisfactory condition for the intended use of its designer and
builder.

VALUATION:
The definition of "Fair Market Value" as used in this report is that as issued by the Machinery & Technical Specialties
of the American Society of Appraisers-July 25, 2010.

The" Fair Market Value" "is, "an opinion, expressed in terms of money, at which a property would change hands
between a willing buyer and a willing seller, neither under any compulsion to buy or sell, and both having reasonable
knowledge of relevant facts, as of a specific date." Implicit in this definition is the consummation of a sale as of a
specified date and of the passing of title from seller to buyer under conditions whereby:

a. Buyer and seller are typically motivated.

b. Both parties are well informed or well advised, and acting in what they consider their own best interest.
c. A reasonable amount of time is allowed for exposure in the open market.
d. Payment is made in terms of cash in US dollars or in terms of financial arrangements comparable thereto; and
e. The price represents a normal consideration for the vessel sold unaffected by special or creative financing or sales
concessions granted by anyone associated with the sale.

The valuation offered in this report is based on the vessel's apparent condition on the date of the survey and
assumes that the vessel's engines and/or other installed equipment not proven during the survey inspection are in
fact operational. Discoveries made as a consequence of additional testing/inspection procedures may significantly
lower this valuation. Also, there is no warranty given, or implied, of the future useful life of engines or machinery
described herein. Valuations are developed by using some or all of the following resources; commercially published
used boat price guides(BUC, NADA, Boats & Harbors, Soldboats.com, Yacht World, etc.), commonly accepted
Marine depreciation schedules, and consultations with knowledgeable boat brokers not involved with this specific
transaction. The "ESTIMATED REPLACEMENT COST" indicates the retail cost of a new vessel of the same
make/model with similar equipment offered by the same manufacturer or comparable vessel with the same
equipment.

A. Comparable Sales Market Approach:

1. The current NADA provides a value range for the vessel of $N/A

2. The current BUC ValuePro provides a value range for average condition of approx. $129,000

3. The following were the only verified sales found of the same make, model and similar year vessel between Mar. 2016-Mar
2018 found on SoldBoats.
a. Vessel Year: 1982 Location: MA Sold Date: 08/16 Sale Price: $100,000

5. Calculations:
a. NADA Average: $N/A
b. BUC Book Average: $129,000
c. Sold Boats Average: $100,000
Average Valuation: $114,500

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B. Cost Approach Method:

If the Cost Method of appraisal is considered using the Martin Scale with research indicating the same make and model vessel
would now cost $926,000 new, this 38 year old vessel in 2018 would be worth approximately $129,640. Based upon the
Soldboats, BUC and NADA data the Cost Approach Method of appraisal is not considered the most accurate. We will therefore
rely on the Comparable Sales/Market Approach Method. Therefore, consideration of the reliability of the data, the extent of the
necessary adjustments and condition of the vessel the:

Estimated Fair Market Value is: $114,500

Estimated Replacement Cost is: $926,000 (Per BUC research)

CERTIFICATION:
Acting on behalf of Sun Coast Marine Surveying & Consulting LLC, the undersigned surveyor certifies that to the best of my
knowledge and belief: That the statements of fact in this report are true and correct. The reported analysis, opinions and
conclusions are limited only by the reported assumptions and limiting conditions at the time of inspection and are my personal,
impartial and unbiased professional analysis, opinions and conclusions. I have no present or prospective interest in the property
that is the subject of this report and no personal interest with respect to the parties involved. I have no bias with the respect to the
property that is the subject of this report or to the parties involved with this assignment. My engagement in this assignment was
not contingent upon development or reporting of a predetermined value or direction in value that favors the cause of the client or
seller, the amount of the value opinion, the attainment of a stipulated result, or the occurrence of a subsequent event directly
related to the intended use of the report content including the appraisal.

REPORT SUBMITTED WITHOUT PREJUDICE

Sun Coast Marine Surveying and Consulting LLC

Paul Morgan
By:

Engineer and Marine Surveyor

Paul Morgan, BSME, SAMS-SA

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