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Old 11-05-2014, 09:21 PM
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Are 38 flatdecks known to have issues with cracking along the chines? I saw a 38 for sale that looked good for its age, despite having cracks along the chines. Is it a structual issue?
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Might want to check stringers and transom for rot or cracks from the boat getting beat up. Just my 2cents , I don't know any specifics to a cig though. It might not be a bad idea to put a straight edge on the bottom before you buy it, to check for abnormal hooks.
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May have been improperly supported or transported at one time as well. I've seen people lift\ move\ cradle boats in crazy ways.
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How supported is the bottom when running in rough water for hundreds of hours?
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Sounds to me like either some rot going on, or simply abused. Any pics of the cracks? Are they running vertical or horizontal?
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Like I said earlier, I am no glass expert, but that right there would scare me.
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Agree with Mild, looks like lots of flex going on especially for a fat deck....is it the red Flat Deck in Cleveland?
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Nope, the red one has a black trailer...sorry
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You better run from that boat. Don't even think about it.
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