340 Vyper Option Upgrades??
 

I was looking at a '99 340 Vyper yesterday, and while it was low hour (140) and no major issues (needed a good cleaning), it was missing some of the options I am really looking for, namely 1) Bimini and camper canvas, 2) Ac/heat, 3) hot and cold water sink and shower).

What is qualtiy full canvas going to cost? I believe it would be relatively easy to add on.

Can I even get the water tank and heater in the boat after it has been built? if so any guesses on cost?

Ac/heat - I think are not that big of a deal to install, but how much?

I think I like this boat due to the 500 hp's it has, They did look sweet. If it wasn't for the motors I'ld keep looking because there are a lot of other boats that have those options, But this does have the 500's.

Shawn, just out of curiosity, is this boat in N. Michigan?

Yes, Elk Rapids. I'm from Boyne and it was the closest and first one I got a chance to see up close and get to ride in. I let the owner know that while I'm looking he didn't need to take me for a ride, because I'm just starting to look and have a Conquest to sell first. But I didn't refuse either, East Bay was really flat.

canvas is probably $2-3K depending on what you want. A/C will be $2K and take about 60-70 hours labor to do a good job (look under Formula forum for a 312 I installed A/C in last year). If it doesn't even have the water tank, sink, and plumbing I'd really consider walking away. There is s 2002 Active Thunder just took in on trade that is in great shape and already has everything your looking for except blue motors.....I believe I saw a claim of 80 under the best of conditions with that power though.

I know the owner of the boat. He has owned it for a couple of years with minimal use. It runs very well. My friend with a viper just had a cockpit cover and full enclosure w/bimini made at Grand Traverse Canvas. All top notch work for under 3000. The a/c i'm not sure about. The previous owner installed it into my 380 and said he had 1500.00 into it. The viper you are looking at has the nice McCloud bolsters. It's a nice low hour boat. Good Luck.

Thanks for the feed back. Out of courosity would PQ put a tank in with out a sink or shower? Probably not. I think this is one of those times when I am suppose to know the Answer.

This is the one we currently have at the AT factory that Russ spoke about.

http://www.offshoreonlyclassifieds.c...o16505-en.html

Let me know if I can be of assistance.

If the water tank, sink, and related stuff is not in there, I'm guessing it would be a major P.I.T.A. to install it.

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I would find a boat with the stuff you want already on it. Most already have all that stuff.

Sydwayz and Macklin,

That is a sweet looking boat.

Being in Florida is that a non-fresh water boat?

I have been trying to stay near the great lakes for three reasons, Obviously closer, but second fresh water - corrosion, & third short seasons - less sun.

Does the boat have a macerator or pump out?

Does it have a heat exchanger?

I understand well maintained salt water boats can be in great shape, when rinsed and washed. I've seen some that were absolutely wasted. Also there you don't want to be pulled over in Michigan with a Macerator

The boat is LOOOAAAADDDDEEEDD!! PM me and I can send you full specs.

I can tell you this boat was babied all the way around. Kept her in dry storage year round. Flushed with Salt Away after every use. Oil change every 25 hours. Full detailing once a month or more during season. The boat could sit on the showroom floor up near you and you would be hard pressed to tell it was in salt.

Plus the HO's are close loop cooled motors. And I never ran them balls to the wall cause I don't care about being first. The computers will confirm that as can BillR and Vyper340.

And everything works! Something I wish I could say about my current boat. Damn new boat bugs!! :mad:

Macklin your Vyper is sweet! I have never seen it in person but judging by the pictures and knowing how you treat your stuff (based on OSO posts) it would be a great ride. I honestly wish the timing of the sale were different and able to coincide with my time frame. Whoever gets this boat will defiantly be happy. I know I would be!!!:D

Definitely be happy!!

Very nice 34 - love the adult colors (no Walt Disney)

It's a porcelain vacuflush head, and it does have a macerator for overboard discharge if you are in a position to do so.

Here at the oceanfront it is much easier to run offshore and dump it than to deal with the expense, time and aggravation of pulling up to a pump out station. Of course, it has that option as well. :cool:

Brian, I will email you the spec sheet.

Oh BTW, one of my rules is to NEVER put anything other than fluids into the holding tank. Been on boats that did not have that rule and...whew!

PS - not to highkjack the thread but I also have my 340 Vyper for sale as I am stepping up to 42 boat. It has all the same options and treated the same with several upgrades and 171 hours (fresh drives, cables, etc...). What it comes down to is personal choice in colors/graphics. That all being said Macklin's old boat is a steal!

Here's a link to the broker site (price is not accurate).
http://www.yachtworld.com/core/listi...arineconcepts&

Shawn Irt is possible to add the waterv to a Viper , I had it done in my 1999 and it cost me $1200. That was about two years ago. But yoiu need to find someone who is really into that kind of work. They put the water tank back in the engine bay on thr port side. Had to move the battery around but when they were done it looked very nice.
The AC prices listed here seem about right. Having said that you may be better off with Mack's boat if you can afford it. Given Macks boat has the new bottom , speed with his smaller motors will be about the same as the 99 with the HP500's.

Now if you really want to move up look at the AVENGER. Much more room all around and a better ride. I had a 99 Viper and now own an Avenger, there is a difference.

OH!! the Pressure, I think I'm breaking and will be in Florida on Monday. Just Kidding

Any rate, I really appreciate the input. Timing is some what an issue with me. As mentioned above I am just beginning to look, and have a 230 Conquest to sell first, that still needs a bit of detailing. I should be able to get it online next week.

I will be a paying member by Monday.
I will call Sydwayz early next week
And I'll check out Vyper340's rig

My bank has a good 6.5% but I just found out they want a 10-15% down, which I had two months ago but will need a few months to re-acquire. Plus selling the other boat.

So yeah I am serious But not immediate. Kinda looking to sell mine this year and buy something in the fall or spring. Although there is Home equity? hee-hee

Oh Yeah I'm on my way to the lake right now to run up a few more hours - Just a couple

Shawn, I have two lender options that have the potential for 6.75% and not the 10-20% down that others are requiring. Let me know.

ShawnD,

You need to look at the boat Sydwayz has and Vyper340's. Both are in extremely good condition and were maintained 300% better than 99.9% of the people out there. I have many hours on both boats.
Most boats ads say the prospective boat is clean - yada yada, and when you finally see it - yuk!
When I say these boats are CLEAN and extremely well maintained, they really could be put on a showroom floor as a LN demo. Do yourself a favor and see them. I guarantee that they will exceed your expectations. Macklin was SO confident in the condition of his old boat, he stated in his ad that he would pay for your trip if the boat was not as described or you wern't happy w/ the condition.
Now THAT'S confidence!! I can tell you he would never of had to pay for anyone's trip.

Thanks for the call and conversation Shawn. Let me know if I can be of more help; and good luck in selling your current boat.