[Rhodes22-list] evaluating a used boat

[TN Rhodey]

Chet,

The boat sounds loaded. If I was in the market I would jump all over it. 
Sounds like all you need is a fresh coat of Aurora (sp?) Sure Step Wax. This 
product is designed to make your deck a little "stickier".

Sails last a long time as most people don't use them very often. Some people 
will use the same sails for well over ten years. Others replace them much 
sooner. Hardcore racers get new sails every year. The price of sails has a 
wide range depending upon size and materials. I haven't priced lately but I 
am sure you could find new IMF Main and genny for around $1,500 and up. My 
guess is the sails are fine. I am sure Brad will comment.

Even with blown sails the price sounds pretty good. As alway buyer beware 
but Rhodes are generally well made and it sounds like this one has been 
taken care of.

Good luck,

Wally




>From: Chet Orton <chet.orton at yahoo.com>
>Reply-To: The Rhodes 22 mail list <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
>To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org
>Subject: [Rhodes22-list] evaluating a used boat
>Date: Wed, 18 Oct 2006 18:22:26 -0700 (PDT)
>
>Hello All.
>
>I'm new to the group and new to sailboats (except for a little Sunfish 
>action as a kid). I'm interested in buying a used Rhodes 22. On Sunday, I'm 
>going to be looking at Brad Haslett's old boat, now owned by Steve Scrop. I 
>could use some advice on how best to evaluate its worth. One of the books I 
>own has a small section on this and it says to inspect for worn sails, 
>since they cost a lot to replace. So, how long do sails last? Brad, how old 
>were the sails when you sold the boat? How much do they cost to replace? 
>What else should I examine? Steve said that the deck has not delaminated 
>but that the surface is worn and can be slippery. Should I be concerned? I 
>welcome any and all advice, comments, suggestions, and opinions. Thanks.
>
>Chet
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