chewyjr18

not true... most every boat that is for sale around here (riverside ca) is a havisu boat... and most every boat in havisu is beached at one point or another.

45Tripps

+1

Jay Gadsby

I beach mine from time to time, but I don't typically drive up, I will cut off short, jump out and pull her in by hand. On the way out, I spin her by hand, push it out at least 4' deep and give her a mighty push before jumping in and starting. My gel coat is happy and clean, and no rock issues this way.

Mariah212Z

I guess if all the boats are in the same condition in one region of the country it doesn't matter?

I can conclude from your above post that beaching does scuff/damage the gelcoat?

I understand this is the choice of the owner but just wanted to know if the wet sand would have an effect. Thanks for the info.

Toddler

I have no problem beaching mine. As others have said I've ripped about 12-18 inches of my keel off from missing the trailer. As much as I didn't want to I have a keel guard on it to protect the repair.


matt

chewyjr18

powel?

also could someone elaborate on a keel guard? may consider adding one for some extra protection.(launch ramp, trailer mishaps)

Toddler

Here you go....

http://www.keelguard.com/keelguard.html


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matt

hunster

Freaking trailer Queens , Stay home and keep your junk alll waxed up in the driveway and see how much fun you have.

Dave M

LOL! Reading this thread reminds me of the no shoes, no food, no smoking, etc. etc. threads.

A boat is a depreciating asset. Just like a car or a truck, it's going to show signs of wear. A few scratches on the bottom isn't going to have a huge impact on value. Particularly on a 15+ yr. old boat.

I try to keep my boats in as good shape as possible. But, you can't turn back time.

Oh, and they say a sanded bottom makes you faster!

cheech

Yep, so why not? People need to look at what there bunks do to the bottom anyway. About the same.