53' MY Advice

RWS · Post by **RWS** » Fri Feb 25, 2011 9:23 pm

Hey NO GIN

Did you once have a Thompson?

RWS

rossjo · Post by **rossjo** » Fri Feb 25, 2011 9:26 pm

Stripermann2 wrote:Here's a nice 50 footer. Unless it the same boat...

http://www.usedboats.com/boat-listing/1 ... 50/1442249

Different boat - gas v diesel

rossjo · Post by **rossjo** » Fri Feb 25, 2011 9:30 pm

"Looks" nice - I'd look her over and see if you still like it, then get a survey.

The old Cummins are hard to get parts for - but if they run its a gamble.

"I CAN BE SOMEWHAT FLEXIBLE BUT ONLY WITH A QUICK CASH SALE " - the $4k drop sto $35k or less ... might be a good old boat for the money. Sell the house and move on board!

Do a survey and check the market - its a buyers market, so make sure!

prowlersfish · Post by **prowlersfish** » Fri Feb 25, 2011 10:02 pm

NO GIN wrote:I suppose I stand corrected in many ways huh? I have a lot to learn ....

I am from Long Island, NY

Are you moving to the Va area ? Salt ponds is a nice marina but I did not know they direct access to the nice sandy beach ? ( they could have it on the bay side I guess) . there are many fine marinas in this area . are you manly looking in the Hampton area ?

NO GIN · Post by **NO GIN** » Fri Feb 25, 2011 11:10 pm

Yes, I am and I do still have the Thompson. I am not moving to VA (wish I was). I am just looking to dock my boat there so I can have an escape.

RWS · Post by **RWS** » Sat Feb 26, 2011 6:47 am

NO GIN,

Welcome to the Trojan community.

Folks here are pleasant, respectful of others and courteous.

Please play nice on this forum.

We have some really great guys who can provide a tremendous amount of information to help you.

Welcome aboard !

RWS

NO GIN · Post by **NO GIN** » Sat Feb 26, 2011 9:00 am

Thanks for the warm welcome RWS!

RWS · Post by **RWS** » Sat Feb 26, 2011 9:28 am

All of us here are always happy to help other polite, friendly, courteous folks with whatever we can.

This is a great group of guys you will find to be knowledgable and helpful and a brillant asset to your efforts.

While some projects are more specific than others lots of us who have no knowledge of a particular subject pay attention anyway and get something out of the discussions.

RWS

NO GIN · Post by **NO GIN** » Sat Feb 26, 2011 9:38 am

That's comforting. There is no need for anything otherwise. I am a member of and enjoy several other forums, my fav .. Rinker Boat Owners Forum (RBO). Been a member at RBO for 2 years since purchasing my Rinker and love it there. Its like a big family. I even started a Summer Gathering of Rinkers in my local harbor for a long weekend of relaxing and partying with great company. To date, I have only been a part of one online forum that seemed to be like a "Mob" community where they tried to shun and pick on the new guy. That was very short lived. I really like the Trojan community. Everyone has been very helpful and gone above and beyond.

NO GIN · Post by **NO GIN** » Sat Feb 26, 2011 9:47 am

Clarification on the superstructure.

It is factoy wood with fiberglass laid on top. Nothing was ever done with the hull and its very sound, according to the current owner.
The "custom built not factory" part is that the salon was widened eliminating the catwalks and extended for more interior space.

alexander38 · Post by **alexander38** » Sat Feb 26, 2011 10:54 am

Welcome alongside.

wowzer52 · Post by **wowzer52** » Sat Feb 26, 2011 1:10 pm

The old Tollycraft hulls were fiberglass over wood (composite). I have restored three of them in the past. Make sure to use a moisture meter all around the hull and mark out wet areas with a pencil then you can go back to them later for closer examination to determine the extent of repair, if necessary. The worst enemy of these hulls was condensation between the glass and wood. With glass on the outside and paint on the inside they last longer than you and I but nicks in the hull or paint letting moisture in can cause big issues. Repairs in the hull are not hard. Simply cut out the old and replace the marine plywood and glass over the top. These repairs are common here in Tollycraft country as the older Tollycraft boats, like the Trojans, are well worth the time and money involved. In my opinion, that boat is cheap enough to be worth whatever repairs are needed. But I love old boats and I believe there is nothing on a boat that can't be fixed

ready123 · Post by **ready123** » Sat Feb 26, 2011 2:32 pm

NO GIN wrote:Nothing was ever done with the hull and its very sound, according to the current owner.

I give little weight to current owner opinions till they are confirmed by my surveyor

NO GIN · Post by **NO GIN** » Sat Feb 26, 2011 2:38 pm

On my way for initial inspection now. If all goes well I will schedule my mechanic for an inspection.

Will advise ......

prowlersfish · Post by **prowlersfish** » Sat Feb 26, 2011 6:10 pm

Make your mechanic is a Diesel guy that knows that model cummins
and you get a good surveyor to check the boat .

One more thing Join boat diesel and search around about this engine or any diesel you even think about . Many of us here that have diesels are members . 25 bucks can save you thousands or more . a must for the hands on diesel owner .