tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-943454353441207489.post4986320407247109842..comments2023-10-11T07:32:47.189-04:00Comments on S/V LUX: Things We Wish We Had Found in SurveyTerryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03807125956912692096noreply@blogger.comBlogger4125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-943454353441207489.post-58426977571076466812015-01-22T11:36:34.810-05:002015-01-22T11:36:34.810-05:00I added an update today, 22 Jan 2015, for three it...I added an update today, 22 Jan 2015, for three items.<br />* Better description of engine exhaust that indicates problems.<br />* Additional checks for leaks.<br />* Carefully check hard-top and dinghy hoist supports for stress fractures.<br /> -TerryTerryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03807125956912692096noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-943454353441207489.post-8011572805987046852014-09-23T09:03:37.731-04:002014-09-23T09:03:37.731-04:00Terry - Thanks for sharing this information. We a...Terry - Thanks for sharing this information. We are purchasing new Leopard (51PC) and some of your observations have given me ideas about establishing various baseline readings which can be monitored over time in subsequent engine room checks.Felixhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09941006170616081463noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-943454353441207489.post-38802126920931050532014-01-05T10:19:11.079-05:002014-01-05T10:19:11.079-05:00Snowbird,
What kinds of cracks? It depends on the ...Snowbird,<br />What kinds of cracks? It depends on the dimensions of the cracks and the exact location. It may be a defect in the original gelcoat and isn't structural. Or it may be a high stress area that needs reinforcing to distribute the load better. A good marine surveyor may be able to assist in determining the cause and possible remedies.<br /> -TerryTerryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03807125956912692096noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-943454353441207489.post-86824697161856323602013-12-06T03:53:17.234-05:002013-12-06T03:53:17.234-05:00Thanks for the many great tips. I am in negotiatio...Thanks for the many great tips. I am in negotiations to purchase a leopard 40 2007 .. Do you have any problem with crack at the door or elsewheresnowbirdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17221226448219941104noreply@blogger.com