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New member about to close on a 98 350
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Topic author - Scurvy Dog
- Posts: 3
- Joined: June 3rd, 2014, 9:27 pm
- Vessel Info: 1998 350 Mariner Lucky Bastard
7.4 Crusaders MPI - Location: Lake George NY
New member about to close on a 98 350
I'm about to close on my personal "dream boat" a 1998 350 Mariner. My wife and I fell in love with this model when we first saw it at the NYC Boat Show in 1998.
It's been a long time coming (and 6 previous boats)!
I'm looking forward to participating in this forum.
Boat specs:
X-ta-Sea
Twin Crusader 7.4 liter 454 XL MPI ~700 hours on each
Full compliment of electronics, including a Ray Marine E series Auto Pilot (which I have to figure out)
Kohler 6.5 kw genset
AC/Heat
and the rest of the normal Carver options
The boat is currently in Washington DC but I am planning on moving it to Lake George NY. We are undecided on how to move it. Truck it or take the trip up the coast, the Hudson river and Champlain Canal then have it ported across from Lake Champlain to Lake George.
Any advice on that would be most welcome. I have 25 years boating experience but zero Coastal piloting experience.
The Boat has been surveyed and is in great condition. As a new owner is there any thing I should be especially mindful on the 350?
Sincerely
Paul
Our family motto..."Don't Panic" or as my kids tell me "Ne formides"
- Lyndon670
- Admiral
- Posts: 657
- Joined: July 29th, 2013, 11:35 pm
- Vessel Info: 2000 Carver 506
Volvo TAMD74EDC - Location: Georgian Bay
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Re: New member about to close on a 98 350
I believe the Mariner has a 13' beam which means to transport you will need a wide load permit. The transport company will look after getting that but it vastly increases the km price. Also, depending in the route, bridge/arch may have to come off. In my experience, this can either be quick and easy or a nightmare.
My suggestion is that if you can afford the time - float her home. It's a great trip and a great "get to know your boat" event. You are not covering a huge distance, and you have the perfect time of the year. A once in a lifetime trip as they say!
Good luck!
2000 Carver 506
FOXY JOE
Volvo 7.4TAMD
Queens Cove Marina
Georgian Bay, Ontario
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Topic author - Scurvy Dog
- Posts: 3
- Joined: June 3rd, 2014, 9:27 pm
- Vessel Info: 1998 350 Mariner Lucky Bastard
7.4 Crusaders MPI - Location: Lake George NY
Re: New member about to close on a 98 350
Paul
"Lucky Bastard"
Lake George, NY
Our family motto..."Don't Panic" or as my kids tell me "Ne formides"
- waybomb
- CYO Moderator
- Posts: 2471
- Joined: February 5th, 2013, 9:24 pm
- Vessel Info: 1995 Boston Whaler Rage15
1987 3697 Carver Mariner
1988 Cougar 46 Kevlar Vee offshore
1969 15' Glasspar / 1967 Johnson Electromatic 85
1996 Boston Whaler Rage 15 - Location: Saint Joseph,Mi
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Re: New member about to close on a 98 350
Fred
1969 Glaspar Avalon /1967 Johnson Electromatic 85
1987 Carver Mariner
1988 Cougar Kevlar 46' with triple blown 572 ci
1995 Boston Whaler Rage
Past - 1988 2807, 1989 4207 Aft
- Lyndon670
- Admiral
- Posts: 657
- Joined: July 29th, 2013, 11:35 pm
- Vessel Info: 2000 Carver 506
Volvo TAMD74EDC - Location: Georgian Bay
- Has thanked: 124 times
- Been thanked: 140 times
Re: New member about to close on a 98 350
2000 Carver 506
FOXY JOE
Volvo 7.4TAMD
Queens Cove Marina
Georgian Bay, Ontario
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- Scurvy Dog
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- Location: Cartersville, GA
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Re: New member about to close on a 98 350
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