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looking at getting a 74 f32 looks like a tank solid decks clean looking hull solid stringers looks like just needs some tlc any hints as what other stuff to look for

Hi and welcome to the forum,

I bought an F32 a year ago, here is what I would look for.

Electrolysis
fuel tanks
exhaust system from manifolds to transom discharge
head, holding tank and plumbing
leaky or broken windows
rail stanchions - leaks and structural integrity
soft spots on the fore deck and bride deck

just a thought

Welcome to the forum.

I have a 1974 F-32. Check for soft forward deck near hatches and soft spots on the flybridge- also check the manual steering and rudder system.

Welcome........I would get a survey.............John

These will keep the boat floating

Check all thru-hull fittings for cracks or weakness and hose clamps.
Check all intakes for engine, A/C, or head for good double clamps and clear openings with no leaks
Check rudder and drive shaft packings for proper drip rates. May leak a lot at first but after a couple days in water should drip slowly.
Check for at least two bilge pumps. One forward near v-berth, one aft near transom for proper operation. Make sure auto-on switches work.

These will keep you alive:

CO-sensor- buy one.
Gasoline fume sensor- buy one.
Fuel lines and tank-inspect for leaks or corrosion and look inside fuel level sensor access to see if there is any sludge in tank or corrosion in bottom. Bilge blowers should all work and all the flexible hoses should be free of cracks.

These items will be something to watch for.

All items in above posts.
Check all battery connections to make sure they are tight and corrosion-free.
check all wiring connections to make sure they are tight and corrosion-free.
Make sure all fuses are in place and correct size to protect wire.
Check 120V power cord to make sure it has good connection with ground and check condition of sockets where it plugs in for arc damage.
There may be a backflow preventer inline near top of fuel tank that can get clogged up once in a while that needs to be taken out and cleaned and put back in line.
Replace all fuel filters.

decks and topside are all solid fly bridge has been removed for transport but I like the way she looks with out it more to come after i cam get some money from the bank ( what kind and how much bottom paint should I get the boat will be kept in the chesapeake bay)

Gal and a half , I like a ablative paint , pettit is good , Have been using west marines with slime guard and it works well also I am on the lower bay .

thanks for the info prowler if and when I get it I'm going to have it splashed and kept at a friends marina where it is wanted to charge me $1300 to keep it on the hard untill March the boat has come up as a suprise and the finaces are low (it"s a beauty need cosmetic work and if I don't get her now I may never get a chance to get a nice boat like this 1) $1300 all at once is a good bit for just after getting the boat. most of the work is in the cabin and the boat just needs T.L.C. nothing to get in a twist about but I do want a good anti fouling paint. Thanks and keep the tips a comming!!!! I think that this may be a boat that I can give to my Son, Looks that well built

Biggest long term issues to look for are soft decks. Other than that, they are tanks (my F32 is a 74 as well).

welcome. i'm at parkside marina off of edwards lane, very near wilson point. would love to see the new 'girl' when you get her. i had a 1976 f-32 for two years as my first boat.

takin the wife to look at her tomorrow

welcome, The wife you say? oh oh

keep us posted.

drbbqking wrote:takin the wife to look at her tomorrow

Spend the money on a good surveyor as the $400 spent will likely save you thousands. F32's can be costly to bring back in $$ and time.
I've seen too many people spend $6k for a boat and then be shocked they need to spend another $12K.... happens often.