Extended Dry Docking

[Peter3607]

Hi all,
Just wondering about your thoughts on a boat that has been dry docked for almost 2 years. Any concerns? Anything one should look at before making an offer? Obviously a survey goes without saying. Thanks!!

[km1125]

Definitely plan on changing the impellers (in the engines and the generator, if equipped). But regardless of storage, you should really plan on doing that to any boat that is "new to you" unless it's actually new.

Old gas could be an issue. You don't know how long before it was put in storage when the gas was actually purchased. However, I stored my 3607 for 4 years and the gas was still fine. If you could pull a sample out, that might give you a better idea. The nice thing on the 3607 is that the fuel tanks are directly below the fuel fill and have a straight fill pipe. I put a piece of tubing down to the bottom of the tank and drained out about 10 gallons from each tank to "analyze" before I felt comfortable using it. If necessary, you could drain it all out that way if you have someplace to put it.

Was it inside or outside, or somehow protected from the elements? Was it blocked (supported) well during layup?

[g36]

Is the asking price reasonable or is crazy low? Like hiding something?

[Peter3607]

Source of the post Definitely plan on changing the impellers (in the engines and the generator, if equipped). But regardless of storage, you should really plan on doing that to any boat that is "new to you" unless it's actually new.

Old gas could be an issue. You don't know how long before it was put in storage when the gas was actually purchased. However, I stored my 3607 for 4 years and the gas was still fine. If you could pull a sample out, that might give you a better idea. The nice thing on the 3607 is that the fuel tanks are directly below the fuel fill and have a straight fill pipe. I put a piece of tubing down to the bottom of the tank and drained out about 10 gallons from each tank to "analyze" before I felt comfortable using it. If necessary, you could drain it all out that way if you have someplace to put it.

Was it inside or outside, or somehow protected from the elements? Was it blocked (supported) well during layup?

Good call on the impellers. Didn't think about that one. Hoping a sea trial will give some indication on condition.

Engines are diesel. T Cummins 450C Diamond Series. Will have to see the fuel levels.

Boat is currently stored on blocks outdoors and not covered. But doesn't look like its been whether abused.

I should mention the boat is a '97 Carver 445.

[Peter3607]

Source of the post Is the asking price reasonable or is crazy low? Like hiding something?

Price seems reasonable now. Maybe even a little on the high side. There was a slight price reduction earlier. I don't think they are trying to hide anything. A survey and sea trial may reveal the truth.

[mjk1040]

Diesel fuel creates bacteria if not treated. Be surprised a water trial goes real well without plugging fuel filters from 2 years of sitting diesel fuel. Then maybe the fuel was treated and all will be well?