chris@uga

I hate it for you, but at the end of this you'll have a solid, georgeous boat! It's a sweet ride!

PARASAIL941

Some of the pics show multiple layers of filler/gelcoat/filler/gelcoat, making this look like a recurring problem. Even though this was a hack repair, it usually identifies a problem that even if repaired with the best materials, by the best 'glass guys, may come back to visit. It would be nice to know if the initial damage was a design/manu/material flaw , or poor support(trailer, lift,ect.). Good Luck!!!

TCBoss302

iTrader: (3)

I agree, I'd want to know what the heck happened to the boat. If it's a manufacturer's flaw, I'd think it would be covered by a hull warranty. I guess the question would be is there a way to determine what caused it.....delamenation from the factory, impact, storage issue, dropped etc.

Regardless, I'd want to know what happened. If this thread sticks around, resale is going to cost way more than what this repair cost.....

Nuke427

No idea but this is pure speculation. Once the boat is fixed and I use it and there are no issues I will consider it 100% fixed. Terry has been in contact with Nor-Tech about the repairs to ensure we are doing it the way Nor Tech would do it if I sent it to them. I have total confidence once I receive the boat back there will be no issues.

PARASAIL941

I apologize for being a downer. I'm sure Terry is going to do a great job , just dont want to see him called out if issues arise in the future ( Im a glass guy/marine tech or 30+ years and have dealt with this exact problem myself on one of my personal boats. The manufacturer utilized materials they were not familiar with and a different lamination schedule resulting in a bottom that flexed too much and cracked at all stiff areas) ) .Being the seller only owned the boat six months when these issues arose , NT may have done the initial repairs his glass guy attempted to fix.

Nuke427

No worries. I didn't mean you are out of line with the question. But, if you look at the one picture of the wavy gel with the crack in it (think it shows up first in the photobucket file) it's blatantly obvious it was a crappy repair job. So I am confident it will be the best it can be, and like I stated earlier, if issues arise later, time to talk with NT and get some answers on what needs to be done. Terry will NOT be a contributor to any future issues, I can garauntee this.

Nastybug

What a shame. Feel so sorry for you. You would think people or businesses would be more concerned about their Reputation. Just the fact that they said it wasn't their problem bothers me. I don't live in that area but I would never buy anything thru that establishment ever. Nor let anybody I know do it. Just the fact that they said wasn't their problems makes me feel like they have a bit of guilt somewhere or knowledge of the problem. You'll get it fixed and have a lot of fun with her I'm sure. Just go out and have fun when you get her back.

DRAG

The survey part of this industry and their relationships with dealers is a joke.

Sorry for your situation. Hopefully you'll be enjoying the water soon.

Nuke427

Thanks! Anyone that down at the lake that drives HWY W by Terry's stop in and take a look. Terry is a great guy and would take a break to talk to you a give you his opinion on the situation.. But don't stay too long, I need him working!

ben

iTrader: (1)

Thanks, I'll be stopping by now that you gave me the ok to bother him!