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Old 06-11-2013 | 02:36 PM
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I just had a survey done on the 32 AT just outside ST. Paul, MN. I am posting this so others can benefit from the money I spent for a certified survey. Im not trying to blow up someones spot on a sale or looking to start anything just trying to save someone hundreds of dollars.

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Percussion of transom was indicative of moisture. The transom was 31% on the meter. (yes they did just get lots of rain and it was humid) Bottom of stringers were much worse. I will post the survey report for any one looking at the boat.
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Old 06-11-2013 | 03:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Crowney
I just had a survey done on the 32 AT just outside ST. Paul, MN. I am posting this so others can benefit from the money I spent for a certified survey. Im not trying to blow up someones spot on a sale or looking to start anything just trying to save someone hundreds of dollars.

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Percussion of transom was indicative of moisture. The transom was 31% on the meter. (yes they did just get lots of rain and it was humid) Bottom of stringers were much worse. I will post the survey report for any one looking at the boat.
just curious because I have never had a boat surveyed , but what exactly does that all mean ? percussion of transom , 31% on the meter ? where are they checking the stringers , engine compartment ? what else do they check ? sorry to sidetrack somewhat , just curious to know .
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Old 06-11-2013 | 04:46 PM
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That suck to bad they didn't take care off it. When I owned it had none off those problems.
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Old 06-11-2013 | 04:59 PM
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Ouch what a bummer, looks like such a nice boat in the ad.
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Old 06-11-2013 | 10:34 PM
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Originally Posted by state1310
just curious because I have never had a boat surveyed , but what exactly does that all mean ? percussion of transom , 31% on the meter ? where are they checking the stringers , engine compartment ? what else do they check ? sorry to sidetrack somewhat , just curious to know .
I had my 25 surveyed when I bought it in '09. They used a moisture meter on all accessible areas of the hull, stringers, transom, and floor. 0% here. Even he was surprised. They also inspect the overall condition and functions of the boat. Mine even came with and appraisal of 36K and some change. Cost $300, and well worth it just for the piece of mind.
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Old 06-11-2013 | 10:35 PM
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That suck to bad they didn't take care off it. When I owned it had none off those problems.
Were you the guy that owned the boat out of Janesville? I looked at it when you had it listed.
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Old 06-12-2013 | 05:47 AM
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0% moisture? I thought I read somewhere that they even have a small percentage of moisture from the factory before they even hit the water.
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Old 06-12-2013 | 05:57 AM
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0% moisture? I thought I read somewhere that they even have a small percentage of moisture from the factory before they even hit the water.
Yup. Acceptable to a certain percentage...
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Old 06-12-2013 | 07:09 AM
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Surveyor told me acceptable range is 5-10%.
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Old 06-12-2013 | 09:38 AM
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Hey Crowney...I see you are looking for a 33 Scarab...I've got a buddy that's selling one...shoot me a pm and I'll hook you guys up...
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