Survey

Bill Mullin A.M.S. of Boatcheck Marine Surveyors performed the survey on board Independence. Bill Mullin
Bill Mullin


At the request of Thomas J. Kenny a Condition and Value Survey was conducted on board the 1961 Chris-Craft Constellation - "Independence" beginning on 10 August and 1 September 2005 at Yank Marine Inc., Tuckahoe, NJ and Sunset Marina in Margate, NJ. The ships papers were on board and in order. The Chris-Craft - Hull Identification Number of CAA 55 008 and
Lloyds & U.S.C.G. number of 286434 was verified.

The Independence is a beautiful work of art. The 1961 Chris-Craft Constellation is one of the biggest and the best in the Chris-Craft fleet. The vessel is under restoration and is in remarkable condition."

Survey Report
 

Ownership and General Data:

Date

10 August and 1 September 2005

File No.

901520

Survey Requested By

Mr. Thomas J. Kenny

Survey made at

Yank Marine Inc., Tuckahoe, NJ in dry-dock;
    10 Aug. 2005 ~ 10:00 – 15:00
While underway to marina;
    9 Sep. 2005 ~ 07:30 – 10:15
At Sunset Marina in Margate, NJ in water
    9 Sep. 2005 ~ 11:00 - 13:00

Owner

Mr. Thomas J. Kenny

Address

XXX

Name of Vessel

"Independence"

Port of Registry

Longport, NJ

Year, Make and Model of Vessel

1961 Chris Craft Constellation

Hull Identification Number

None, vessels construction preceded federal hull numbering regulations of 1973

Builder

Chris Craft

Builders Hull Number

CAA 55 – 008

Where Built

Pompano Beach, Florida

Date Built

November 1960 for model year 1961

Type of Vessel

Coastal pleasure cruiser, flush deck motor yacht

Length (L.O.A.)

57’ 6"

L.W.L.

54’

Beam

14’ 9"

Draft

3’ 8"

Shipping Weight

45,000 lb. - 22.5 ton

Tonnage, Gross

40 ton

Tonnage, Net

32 ton

Bridge Clearance

14’ & 7”

Documentation Number

Lloyds & U.S.C.G. – 286434

U.S.C.G. Documented for

Recreation

State Registration Number

None

Propulsion System

Two V-8 engines

Fuel Type

Diesel

Fuel Capacity

400 Gal. in (2) 200 gallon tanks

AC Power

220 Volt 50 Amps.

DC Power

12 volt and 32 volt

Fresh Water Capacity

125 gallons

Intended Use

Recreational – Near Costal Cruising

Intended Cruising Area

New Jersey coastal; Chesapeake Bay and Intracoastal to Virginia and Coastal Florida

Is Vessel Ever Let or Chartered

No

Owner’s Marine Losses during Past Five Years

None

Captain’s Experience

Marine background spanning 30+ years

Valuation:

Original Manufactures List Price (1961)

$86,890

Estimated Fair Market Value

$120,000

Estimated Replacement Cost

$1,100,000

Would This Vessel be a good fire and marine risk

Yes

Hull:

Construction

The vessel is double planked mahogany carvel construction on transverse sawn and steam-bent white oak frames, fastened with bronze screws and bolts. The transom is of mahogany. Planking is fastened to frames, seam battens and to the stem and transom. The planks are set edge to edge to forma smooth hull; it is also seam battened. That is, Chris Craft utilizes a batten over seam on the inside of the hull. Butt blocks are installed As part of the longitudinal system), that are shaped short planks that connect the buts of conventional planks.

Hull Type

The hull is hard chine, modified V, planning type.

Hull Material

Mahogany and White Oak

Exterior Hull Condition

 

Above the water line

The topsides are 6” x ⅞" planks on batten seams. The hull was sighted and was free of fractures and stress cracks. A Ύ” half-round stainless steel rail is fitted to the mahogany rubrail.

Finish

The finish is roller painted. Paint is holding well. Smooth and fair. Seams are good.

Color

White from boot top to upper spray rail. Dark Blue from upper spray rail to gunwales

Below the water line

The bottom is double planked with 6” x ⅞" longitudinal mahogany planking on top of ½" plywood. The bottom was sighted and was free of fractures and stress cracks. No visible damage observed

Finish

The finish is roller painted with anti–fouling marine finish. Paint is holding well. Smooth and fair. Seams are good.

Color

Blue

Portlights

11 on each side. Total 22 fitted with fiberglass inserts. The all appear to be the original Algonac Brass Works portlights that were made for Chris Craft.

Bulkheads

4 – partial transverse, Ύ” marine mahogany plywood

Location

1 – forward of galley
1 – forward of engine compartment
1 – aft engine compartment
1 – aft of owners cabin

Stringers

Main hull stiffness provided by wood longitudinal white oak stringers running from stern to transom

Stringer Condition

The stringer system appeared to be well fastened, un-decayed and in sound structural condition.

Type of Stem

White Oak - appears sound. Butt joint between lower stem and forefoot appears tight and secure.

Type of Transom

Mahogany – appeared sound. The planking appeared tight to the frames

Fastenings

Fastened with #12 – silicon bronze screws.

Bilge

Reasonably clean

Keel

 

Type

Scarf jointed timber

Condition

White oak – appeared sound where accessible for inspection. Sighting of keel line revealed no abnormalities

Floor Beams, Size and Material

3 ½” x 1 ½” White oak on 20’ centers

Limber Holes

Adequate in size and free of debris

Frames

White oak

Framing Size and Material

White oak, alternating steam-bent and sawn.

Topside main frames above the chine are 1 ½” x 3 ½” on 27 centers.
Topside intermediate frames above the chine are 1 1/8” x 1 Ύ” on 26 ½” centers

The sawn main frames are notched to receive 7/8” x 1 Ύ” longitudinal battens that cover the interior side of the plank seams.
The bottom frames below the chine are doubled with dimensions of 2 7/8 x 4 ½”.
The frames continue from the topside to a point just short of the white oak keelson. The keel is fastened with bronze bolts.

Garboard

Appears Adequate

Wormshoe

In tact. Good cosmetic condition

Underwater Sections General Condition

Generally fair and free of corrosion

Refastened

Ongoing since 1998

Hull Ventilation

Adequate

Bilge Ventilation

Adequate

Swim platform

Teak swim platform with fold down stainless steel boarding ladder. The ladder is fitted with teak treads

Deck Construction:

Type

Striped 5” board with caulked seams

Material

Teak

Planking

½” teak over ½” sealed sheathed marine plywood. No splits or other damage, no planks required replacement

Caulking

No deck caulking failure was noted

Bungs

Good condition

Cockpit

Teak

Weather Hatches

 

Location

 

Fore deck

Round 20” cast bronze frame with teak hatch Fitted with safety glass. Hatch has soft rubber seal. It is also used for an emergency exit for the forward guest cabin.

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Aft deck

Round 20” cast bronze frame with teak hatch Fitted with safety glass. Hatch has soft rubber seal. It is also used for an emergency exit for the owner’s cabin.

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Hull to Deck Joint:

Type

Wood carling fitted to shear, covered with plywood sub decking.

Fasteners

Through-bolt stainless steel nut and bolts on 8” centers

Bedding Compound

Elastic polysulfide

Reinforcement

Fasteners have flat washers in place

Deck Fittings:

Pulpits, Life Rails & Stanchions

Fit for intended use. Stainless steel stanchions with varnished mahogany handrails run the perimeter of the fore, side and aft deck. Stanchions and lifelines are secure. Cast bronze bases are through-bolted with stainless steel bolts, backer plates, washers, and lock nuts. The height conform to the 30 – 32” height standard. The installation method is common for the size and class of vessel. Good cosmetic condition.

Toe Rail

Fit for intended use. 3” varnished mahogany. Good cosmetic condition.

Ventilation

Fit for intended use. 20” round mahogany hatch with safety glass on the fore deck Two chromed cast bronze air scopes located amidships on the caprail supply air to the engine compartment. Good cosmetic condition.

Scuppers

Fit for intended use. Four - 6” scuppers for drainage, 6" dia. drain and 1 1/2" dia. pipe.

2 amidships - port and starboard. Good cosmetic condition;

2 aft deck - port and starboard. Good cosmetic condition.

Discharge

Discharged overboard

Location

Port & Starboard side hull above the water line

Hose

Series 120 Bilgeflex PVC 1 ½” ID

Hose run

Flows individual mushroom head cast bronze through-hull fitting

Clamps

Appears serviceable. Secured with worm screw, stainless steel, band, marine grade fastener.

Deck Fittings, Chocks and Cleats

Fit for intended use.

The bow is fitted with a chromed cast bronze bow lead and mahogany Samson post.

The side decks are fitted with 2 - 12” chromed cast bronze mid-rail closed chocks and 2 - 10” chromed cast bronze torpedo style cleats.

There is a chromed cast bronze Samson Post 6" high and 6” square each side of the aft deck at the stern.

All are through-bolted with stainless steel bolts, backing plates, washers and nuts. The installation method is common for the size and class of vessel. Good cosmetic condition.

Hawse Pipe

Fit for intended use. 2 chromed cast bronze 6-1/4" x 4-1/2" oval on bow to feed anchor rode into locker. Good cosmetic condition.

Deck-box

Fit for intended use.
Two -
40" W x 20" H x 20" D - mahogany dunnage boxes fastened to the fore deck.
Large storage area beneath bow seat on the fore deck.
Good cosmetic condition.

Deck Surface

Teak decking - fore, side and aft.

Good cosmetic condition.

Cabin Superstructure:

Material

Panted fiberglass molded cabin top

Windows

 

Side

Large sealed windows on the sides. No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks.

Windshield

Three large panel windshield

Wipers

Fit for intended use. Each window fitted with a heavy-duty 12-volt DC electric wiper. Units powered up.

Paintwork

Smooth and fair. Paint is holding well.

Britework

Smooth and fair. Varnished mahogany. Good cosmetic condition.

Joinery Stress

None sighted

Canvas and Support Structure

The aft deck enclosure is of white canvas with clear plastic windows.

Topside Appearance

Good cosmetic condition

Accommodations:

Rope/Chain Locker

 

Location

Forward at the bow. Accessed through a small door in the forward cabin

Joinery and Finish

Clean and painted

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

Mildew and or marine growth

None found

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Forward Cabin

 

Location

Forward of galley

Joinery and Finish

Clean and painted

Cabin Paint & Britework

Paintwork is fresh, clean and neat. Varnished mahogany. Good cosmetic condition.

Bulkheads

The bulkheads are finely fitted

Headliner

None

Portlights

1 Oblong fitted with safety glass. Has soft rubber seal. Opened, closed and dogged correctly

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

Mildew and or marine growth

None found

Sole covering

Linoleum

Storage

Hanging locker and two under berth drawers

Doorway

Solid varnished mahogany doors

Window Coverings

None

Berths

Two (upper and lower) berths to starboard

Light Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Lights lit up. Two 32-volt DC bunk lights.

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Galley

 

Location

Located to starboard. Aft of forward cabin and forward of saloon

Joinery and Finish

Clean and painted

Cabin Paint & Britework

Paintwork is fresh, clean and neat. Varnished mahogany. Good cosmetic condition.

Bulkheads

The bulkheads are finely fitted

Headliner

None

Portlights

2 Oblong fitted with safety glass. Has soft rubber seal. Opened, closed and dogged correctly

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

Mildew and or marine growth

None found

Sole covering

Linoleum

Storage

 

Doorway

Solid varnished mahogany hinged door with lock

Window Coverings

None

Light Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Light lit up. One 110-volt over-head light over sink area

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Refrigeration

Powered up. Sub-Zero- Model UC-24C, 4.7 cu ft 110volt Under-counter Refrigerator / Freezer

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Stove

Powered up. Seaward Products ~ Princess model 3342 - three burner built-in electric range with oven

Fuel

110 volt AC electric

Is Woodwork Protected

Yes

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Ice Maker

Powered up. Raritan Icer-ette model 84B 110volt

Fuel

110 volt AC electric

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Dinette

 

Location

Located aft of forward cabin and forward of saloon on the port side. Ample seating for four.

Joinery and Finish

Clean and painted

Cabin Paint & Britework

Paintwork is fresh, clean and neat. Varnished mahogany. Good cosmetic condition.

Bulkheads

The bulkheads are finely fitted

Headliner

None

Portlights

2 Oblong fitted with safety glass. Has soft rubber seal. Opened, closed and dogged correctly

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

Mildew and or marine growth

None found

Sole covering

Linoleum

Storage

Under each bench seat is a large storage compartment. Additional storage compartment under sole

Upholstery

Cabin seat and berth cushions are vinyl fabrics upholstered. Cabin seat and berth cushions are considered to be in average condition with normal wear for year and use.

Doorway

Solid wood door with lock

Window Coverings

None

Light Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Light lit. One 12-volt DC

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Saloon

 

Location

Located amidships between galley and aft guest cabin and above mechanical space

Joinery and Finish

Clean and painted

Cabin Paint & Britework

Paintwork is fresh, clean and neat. Varnished mahogany. Good cosmetic condition.

Bulkheads

The bulkheads are finely fitted

Headliner

None

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

Mildew and or marine growth

None found

Sole covering

None

Doorway

Solid wood doors

Window Coverings

None

Storage

Four storage lockers.

Light Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Lights lit. Four 12-volt DC

Furniture

Castro Convertible foldout double bed – original equipment

 

Castro Convertible folding table – original equipment

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Aft Cabin

 

Location

Located on the port side and aft of the saloon

Joinery and Finish

Clean and painted

Cabin Paint & Britework

Paintwork is fresh, clean and neat. Varnished mahogany. Good cosmetic condition.

Bulkheads

The bulkheads are finely fitted

Headliner

None

Portlights

3 Oblong fitted with safety glass. Has soft rubber seal. Opened, closed and dogged correctly

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

Mildew and or marine growth

None found

Sole covering

None

Doorway

Solid varnished mahogany sliding door with lock

Window Coverings

None

Storage

Hanging locker with two lower storage drawers
Two under berth drawers
Six draw night stand

Light Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Light lit. One 12-volt DC cabin light in closet

Berths

Two berths to port

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Owners Cabin

 

Location

Full width, aft of aft guest cabin

Joinery and Finish

Clean and painted

Cabin Paint & Britework

Paintwork is fresh, clean and neat. Varnished mahogany. Good cosmetic condition.

Bulkheads

The bulkheads are finely fitted

Headliner

None

Portlights

4 Oblong fitted with safety glass. Has soft rubber seal. Opened, closed and dogged correctly

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

Mildew and or marine growth

None found

Sole covering

None

Doorway

Solid varnished mahogany hinged door with lock

Window Coverings

None

Storage

Two hanging lockers
Two under berth drawers
Six draw dresser

Light Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Two 32-volt DC lights and two 110-volt AC lights. Lights lit up.

Berths

Two berths one to port and one to starboard with locker and under berth drawers

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Heads

 

Forward Guest

Enclosed, located to port inside forward cabin.

Cabin Paint & Britework

Paintwork is fresh, clean and neat. Varnished mahogany. Good cosmetic condition.

Bulkheads

Has Ύ” mahogany ply. finely fitted

Headliner

None

Portlights

1 Oblong fitted with safety glass. Has soft rubber seal. Opened, closed and dogged correctly

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

Mildew and or marine growth

None found

Sole covering

None

Doorway

Solid varnished mahogany hinged door

Window Coverings

None

Light Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Two 32-volt DC lights. Lights lit up.

Faucet Fixtures

Fit for intended use.

Storage

Under cabinet

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Aft Guest

Enclosed, located to starboard of aft cabin.

Cabin Paint & Britework

Paintwork is fresh, clean and neat. Varnished mahogany. Good cosmetic condition.

Bulkheads

Has Ύ” mahogany ply. Finely fitted

Headliner

None

Portlights

3 Oblong fitted with safety glass. Has soft rubber seal. Opened, closed and dogged correctly

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

Mildew and or marine growth

None found

Sole covering

None

Doorway

Solid varnished mahogany sliding door with lock

Window Coverings

None

Light Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Light lit. One 12-volt DC overhead light

Faucet Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Scandvik stainless steel sink with combined hot/cold faucet

Storage

Separate upper and lower cabinets. Almond colored laminate covered countertops

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Owners

Enclosed, located to starboard inside of owner’s cabin.

Cabin Paint & Britework

Paintwork is fresh, clean and neat. Varnished mahogany. Good cosmetic condition.

Bulkheads

Has Ύ” mahogany ply. finely fitted

Headliner

None

Portlights

4 Oblong fitted with safety glass. Has soft rubber seal. Opened, closed and dogged correctly

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

Mildew and or marine growth

None found

Sole covering

None

Doorway

Solid varnished mahogany sliding door with lock

Window Coverings

None

Light Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Light lit. One 12-volt DC overhead light

Faucet Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Scandvik stainless steel sink with combined hot/cold faucet

Storage

Separate upper and lower cabinets. Almond colored laminate covered countertops

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Owners Shower

Separate, located to starboard inside of owner’s head

Cabin Paint & Britework

Paintwork is fresh, clean and neat

Bulkheads

Has Ύ” mahogany ply with Almond colored laminate. . Finely fitted.

Headliner

None

Portlights

1 Oblong fitted with safety glass. Has soft rubber seal. Opened, closed and dogged correctly

Water Intrusion Signs

No sign of water intrusion, wood rot or stress cracks

Mildew and or marine growth

None found

Sole covering

Fiberglass shower pan

Doorway

Aluminum & glass bi-fold doors

Window Coverings

None

Light Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Light lit. One 12-volt DC overhead light

Faucet Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Shureflo slide rail, hand held shower.  Controls are stainless steel

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Engine Compartment

Access from main cabin sole and galley

Light Fixtures

Fit for intended use. Lights lit. Five ceiling mounted vapor-proof safety light fixtures with glass globes that are contained in plastic cages

Wheelhouse

On bridge with access from on deck and main cabin, station is open with canvas top over aft deck, (typical express cruiser style). Large aft deck behind helm station and wet bar

Machinery:

Engine Location

Amidships below saloon

Type

8 cylinder diesel

Configuration

Twin

Make

General Motors

Model

8V-71 Natural

H.P.

318 H.P. @ 2,100 rpm – with N65 injectors

Serial Number

Port 8VA-379494 – 7087-3022 – Installed 1978/1979 – Manufactured 1978
Starboard 8VA-984 – 7082-7200 – Installed Original – Manufactured 1960

When Last Overhauled

Last major service 1998
Port – top end 6/08
Starboard - Unknown

Engine Bed

White oak beams 5” x 12” engine bed stringers that appeared to be free of stress.

Engine Mounts

4 cast iron marine tapered and adjustable motor wedges per engine. 3.25” x 9.75” - .125 to 1.0 taper height bolted to engine stringers

Drain pan under engine's)

Reasonably clean – custom fit drip pans made of copper alloy under both engines

Engines Equipped with Low Oil Pressure & High Temp. alarms

Fit for intended use.  “Low oil / High temperature” engine alarms. Alarm sounded before engines started and after stopping. Cole Hersee - dual alarm light and buzzers for port & starboard engines.

Starting

Started on command without excessive cranking

Throttle controls

Fit for intended use. Morse mechanical lever cable type, located at helm station

Flame Arrestor

N/A

Belts

Fit for intended purpose

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Paint

Good cosmetic condition

Oil Leaks

No leaks observed. Good cosmetic condition

Fuel leaks

No leaks observed. Good cosmetic condition

Exhaust Type

Water cooled – wet exhaust

Exhaust Line

Series 200 10” ID Exhaust/Water hose

Muffler

Poor cosmetic condition – (2) Chris Craft “Free Flow Silencer” mufflers w/ check valves

Cooling System

 

Type

Raw & fresh heat exchanger

Strainers

Fit for intended use.
External - scoop strainer fastened over thru hull intake fitting

Internal - 2 Perko cast bronze

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Coolant Level

Normal

Hose and Clamps

Engine coolant hoses are single clamped with automotive grade clamps

Seacocks

Fit for intended use.  Cast bronze ball valve type

Coolant Leaks

Good cosmetic condition - No leaks observed

Oil Changer

Fit for intended use. X-Change-R. Model 946 D. Connected to port and starboard engines, and to generator. Good cosmetic condition.

Emergency Shut Down

Fit for intended use. Morse mechanical lever cable type, located at helm station.

Flex Line at Fuel Pump

Yes

Speed of Vessel

22 M.P.H @ 2,100 rpm

Transmission

 

Manufacture

Allison “M” series marine gear
Part Number – 6770061

Drive Type

Reverse & Reduction Gear

Gear Ratio

1.5:1

Fluid Level

Normal

Controls

Fit for intended use. Morse mechanical lever cable type, located at helm station. Transmissions went in and out of gear smoothly.

Engine / Transmission Synchronizer

Not tested - Glendinning Automatic Engine Synchronizer not yet installed

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Engine & Transmission Gauges

Fit for intended use. Gauges located at helm station. All readings are within specification.

Shaft

 

Material

Stainless Steal

Configuration

Straight

Coupling

Two sections with bolted and keyed couplings

Shaft Size

1 Ύ” Dia. Stainless steel

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Stuffing Box

 

Type

Dripless seal - Tide Marine

Hoses and clamps

NA

Struts

Two struts per shaft with 8 bolts per strut

Type of Bearings

Cutlass

General Condition

No separation or cracking noted. Both shafts turned easily through the struts. Good cosmetic condition

Propellers

 

Type

Federal Propellers Michigan / Michigan Wheel - 4 Bladed

Material

Cast bronze

Size

27” dia. x 31” pitch x 1 Ύ”

How are Propellers Protected

Keel and hull configuration

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Rudders

Fit for intended purpose

Type

Spade type balanced rudders. Stern-tube mounted

Material

Cast bronze

Size

18 1/2” wide and 20 1/2” long with 1 Ύ” bronze rudder posts

Bearing wear

Within acceptable limits

General Condition

The rudder port appears to be secure. There were no signs of water leakage around the rudder port stuffing box

Steering Method

Fit for intended purpose

Type

Hydraulic

Manufacture

Teleflex – SeaStar Pro – HC5319 – 6 turns LTL

Quadrant

Bronze split type

Movement

35 degrees port and starboard deflection of the rudder

Plumbing

SeaStar Steering – 502, 3/8” Nylon tubing

General Condition

No visible leakage of fluid

Shaft brushes

No

Galvanic Isolator

No

Sacrificial anodes (Zincs)

Appears Adequate

Quantity & Location

1 – R5 on each rudder

 

1 – R5 on each trim tab

 

1 – R5 on each aft strut

 

1 – 1 Ύ” shaft zinc on each shaft

Fuel System:

Fuel Type

Diesel

No of Tanks

Two

Location

Lazarette – outboard, port and starboard

Capacity

Two x 200 – 400 gallons total

Shape

Rectangular

Material

Welded 5052 aluminum. Tanks are sitting on top of Dri-Dek Panels.

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition

Secured

Double brackets and chafe protected strapping

Grounded

Yes

Manufacture

Custom manufactured

Fill Pipe Location

Port and starboard side on aft deck

Fill Pipe Labeling

Fill deck fittings marked as “Fuel”. Deck contains a Red plaque with White lettering reading “Diesel Fuel Only”

Fill Pipe Material

Type B1 U.S.C.G. Appears serviceable. 1 ½” Neoprene with cast bronze connections

Fill Pipe Grounded

Yes

Fuel Tank Ventilation

Chrome-plated zinc vents with spark-proof screened holes. Connected to 5/8” diameter copper tubing. Adequate in size for use.

Would Overflow Run Overboard

Yes

Accessibility

At tanks and in line

Fuel Lines and Fittings

Fit for intended use. Appears serviceable. Type A1 U.S.C.G. ½”. Secured with 2 worm screw stainless steel, marine grade fastener. Good cosmetic condition

Return Lines and Fittings

Fit for intended use. Appears serviceable. Type A1 U.S.C.G. ½”. Secured with 2 worm screw stainless steel, marine grade fastener. Good cosmetic condition

Shut-off Valve

Fit for intended use. There are (2) Ό turn ball valves at each tank and at the fuel manifold.

Fuel Pump

Fit for intended use. Two mechanical fuel pumps. One mounted on each engine. No leaks observed. Installation appears to be in accordance with accepted boat building practices.

Secondary Fuel Filters

Two in line filters on engine

Primary Fuel Filter & Water Separator

Fit for intended use. Two – Racor 1000MA fuel filters / water separators mounted on forward bulkhead in engine compartment. The fuel in the sight bowl of the filters appears to be clean. Filters are rated at 180 gallons per hour. Filter elements are 10 Micron. The equipment is considered sufficient for the size and class of vessel. Good cosmetic condition.

Fuel Manifold Valves

Fit for intended use. (6) ball type valves located in engine compartment

Fuel Gauges

Tank capacity is measured with original, manufacture supplied Basswood dip-stick

Additional Fuel or inflammables carried aboard

No

Clamps & Connections

Appears serviceable. Secured with 2 worm screw stainless steel, band, marine grade fastener

Ventilation:

Engine Compartment

 

Mechanical Blower

Powered up. (2) - Jabsco 12-volt DC, 250 C.F.M. Fitted with flame suppressing screens

Installation

Flange mounted to the upper inside hull

Vents and Ducts

Appears serviceable. There are (2) chrome plated cast bronze forward facing deck mounted air scopes located port and starboard at amidships on the side deck. (5-3/4"(H) x 5-1/2"(D) x 3-1/4"(W))

Fuel Compartment

 

Mechanical Blower

No

Vents and Ducts

2 – chrome plated cast bronze forward facing deck mounted air scopes port and starboard on the aft deck, fitted with screens. 2 large aft facing hull vents on upper hull fitted with screens.

Galley

 

Provision for venting stove

Yes

Electrolysis:

Zincs / Location

Shafts, Shafts, Rudders and Trim tabs

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition.

Ground Plate

Yes

Bonding System

No

Engine Ground

Yes

Electrical System:

Fuse Panel or Switchboard

Switchboard

Panel Description

Custom manufactured AC and DC power panel is well labeled.

Branch Circuit Protection

Appears serviceable. Individual trip type circuit breakers. Appeared too operated correctly.

Main Breakers

Two - 220 volt AC in main panel

Circuit Load Monitor
Voltage Meter 220 volt AC system


Voltage Meter 32 volt DC system


Voltage Meter 12 volt DC system


One AC voltage meter range 0 – 300 volts
One AC amperage meter range 0 - 100 amps

One DC voltage meter range 0 – 50 volts
One DC amperage meter range 0 - 100 amps

One DC voltage meter range 0 – 15 volts
One DC amperage meter range 0 - 80 amps

Wiring

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Secured

Appears serviceable. Segregated by voltage. Connected with crimp-on ring and butt connectors.

Inverter

No

DC Service

32 & 12 volt

Storage Batteries

Appears Serviceable.

 (8) 8-volts acid batteries arranged in two groups of four to produce two banks of 32-volt DC.

Port bank – Deka Marine Master

          Battery Group Size - D8; Cranking Amps -  821

Primary use – engine starting

Starboard bank – Deka Marine Master

          Battery Group Size - D8; Cranking Amps -  821

Primary use – ship service

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Appears Serviceable.

 (2) 12-volt acid batteries.

Battery #1 - West Marine Sea Volt Dual Purpose

Battery Size Group – 27; Cranking Amps - 745

Primary use – ship service

Battery #2 - West Marine Sea Volt Dual Purpose

Battery Size Group – 27; Cranking Amps - 745

Primary use – generator starting

General Condition

Good cosmetic condition.

Charge Capacity

All cells in all batteries showed ‘Fully Charged” specific gravity between 1.245 to 1.300 in each cell

Last Replaced

All reported as new in 2005

Battery Boxes

The 3 battery boxes are constructed of Ύ” plywood and covered with fiberglassed and epoxy - located in forward portion of engine compartment

Battery Box Condition

Fit for intended use.

Battery Box Ventilation

Adequate

Secured

Batteries are secured so they can not move

Cut Off Switch

Fit for intended use. (3) Multi-position Perko – rotary vapor proof switches installed on the bulkhead at the forward end of the engine compartment.

Charger

Powered up.
Raritan Crown, 3 bank, 110 volt AC to 32 volt DC, 30 amp, battery charger. Model R3032-3.
Output readings:
Full charge - 38 volt DC & 30-amp.
Trickle charge – 38 volts DC & 2-amp.

Securely installed on the bulkhead at the forward end of the engine compartment.
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Pro Mariner, 3 bank, 110 volt AC to 12 volt DC, 40-amp battery charger.

Securely installed on the bulkhead at the forward end of the engine compartment.

Alternator

Fit for intended use. 2 – Delco Remy 30SI – one mounted on each engine. Internally regulated.

Capacity

32 volt – 60 Amps

Battery Isolator

Fit for intended use. Guest 2401 solid-state 70-Amp. battery isolator on the 12-volt systems.

Fit for intended use. Guest 2403 solid-state 70-Amp. battery isolator on the 32-volt system.

  Wiring

 

Forward Cabin

 

General Condition

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Secured

Appears serviceable. Connected with crimp-on ring connectors.

Forward Head

 

General Condition

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Secured

Appears serviceable. Connected with crimp-on ring connectors.

Galley

 

General Condition

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Dinette

 

General Condition

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Secured

Appears serviceable. Connected with crimp-on ring connectors.

Saloon

 

General Condition

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Aft Cabin

 

General Condition

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Secured

Appears serviceable. Connected with crimp-on ring connectors.

Aft Head

 

General Condition

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Secured

Appears serviceable. Connected with crimp-on ring connectors.

Owners Cabin

 

General Condition

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Secured

Appears serviceable. Connected with crimp-on ring connectors.

Owners Head

 

General Condition

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Secured

Appears serviceable. Connected with crimp-on ring connectors.

Helm Station

 

General Condition

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Secured

Appears serviceable. Connected with crimp-on ring connectors.

Engine Compartment

 

General Condition

Appears serviceable. - 14 gauge multi-strands copper wire. Adequate in size for use.

Secured

Appears serviceable. Connected with crimp-on ring connectors.

Lazarette Compartment