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- Messages
- 363
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- 191
- Points
- 127
- Location
- Southern Maryland
- Boat Make
- Yamaha
- Year
- 2005
- Boat Model
- SX
- Boat Length
- 23
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I'm browsing and I've asked for photos before I travel to see it. Granted he does fresh and salt....But I totally agree with you on the maintenance that's why I've thought about passing.restoring wax will remove those as well but those stains are from salt water or brackish water use you will want to double check everything you can on that boat. I'm not opposed to buying a salt water boat just know going in you will likely need to spend some money if it wasn't kept right and if it was it should be fine. More then likely all cables and hose clamps will need to be changed and several other things I'm just guessing by the hull they probably did not keep up with the salt water maintenance it needs.
It will be obvious when you see it if its not been maintained right. Most or all the hose clamps will be rusted the throttles will not move easily nor will the steering or you may hear creaks. You can see the throttle cables in the engine compartment. Just take your time when inspecting and don't be afraid to walk away. Also dont be afraid to buy if you are getting the right deal just know you will likely throw several thousand into the boat. I bought a 2011 SX240 with 60 hours and a yes warranty a few months back knowing it had been in salt water but I only paid $23,500 for it which I was ok with knowing I would have to throw some money back into it. All the cables and stuff had been replaced already but I have fixed many minor things but the one thing I forgot to really inspect was the trailer. Make sure to pull the dust covers off the hubs as mine were rusted so bad you could not add grease. Once again not a deal breaker just make sure you are getting the right deal and are willing to throw in the work if it is rough still no regrets on my side I will still likely sell my boat for more then what I have in it in 2-3 years.I'm browsing and I've asked for photos before I travel to see it. Granted he does fresh and salt....But I totally agree with you on the maintenance that's why I've thought about passing.
He was so close to having my boat!Dude. I love ya cuz your a mountaineer, but you're an idiot for not racing to NC to buy Julian's boat. You're gonna get a better price, but it won't be a better deal, and you're gonna kick yourself in the ass for the next few years because of it with every problem that arises. And it's not *if*, it is most definitely *when*. Price ain't everything, especially in the market you are shopping. Ain't mad at ya, just throwing some truth out there you may want to consider.