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Post by seanf on Apr 24, 2024 9:56:41 GMT -5
Hi all:
I am (considering) buying a 2002 2660 CC with twin 2002 Yamaha HPDI 150's, 730 hours and I am wondering if there are things I should be wary of.
I almost bought a 2000 Grady White 222 Fisherman but the survey came back with a very wet transom.
I understand that Sailfish touts a "no wood construction". Was this true in 2002? Are the transoms susceptible to damage, wear, flexing?
What else should I be looking for?
Also, if anyone has experience / advice on the Yamaha HPDI 150, that would be appreciated as well.
Thanks!
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Post by fishnfool on Apr 24, 2024 11:52:10 GMT -5
To clarify, a 2002 is a 266, different hull and cap from a 2660 which wasn't introduced until late 2005.
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Post by finatic on Apr 24, 2024 14:20:36 GMT -5
Welcome , Hire professional To go completely through the boat and then you have no worries.
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Post by seanf on Apr 24, 2024 14:55:37 GMT -5
To clarify, a 2002 is a 266, different hull and cap from a 2660 which wasn't introduced until late 2005. Ah... thanks
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Post by seanf on Apr 24, 2024 14:57:21 GMT -5
Welcome , Hire professional To go completely through the boat and then you have no worries. Thanks for the reply. I intend to hve the boat surveyed by an accredited surveyor. I am just wondering if there are special things I should look out for. Also, can anyone confirm that the 2002 boats have a non-wood core transom?
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Post by fishnfool on Apr 24, 2024 15:12:52 GMT -5
I don't think there is anything special to the SF that you wouldn't consider inspecting on any other boat.
The transom is cored, no wood.
As Glen said hire a reputable surveyor, he should do moisture readings. Sound the hull.
Given the year, you may want to consider having the fuel tank pressure tested so ensure it doesn't have any leaks. I am not 100% but I "think" the 266 had an aluminum tank.
HPDIs are good reliable engines if cared for. Have the engines examined by a Yamaha mechanic to include having them pressures tested.
If a boat has been well cared for you can usually tell just by looking at how well the owner kept up with the cosmetic part. If it looks neglected that usually carries over into the mechanicals.
Good luck and let us know how you make out.
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Post by seanf on Apr 25, 2024 8:46:19 GMT -5
I don't think there is anything special to the SF that you wouldn't consider inspecting on any other boat. The transom is cored, no wood. As Glen said hire a reputable surveyor, he should do moisture readings. Sound the hull. Given the year, you may want to consider having the fuel tank pressure tested so ensure it doesn't have any leaks. I am not 100% but I "think" the 266 had an aluminum tank. HPDIs are good reliable engines if cared for. Have the engines examined by a Yamaha mechanic to include having them pressures tested. If a boat has been well cared for you can usually tell just by looking at how well the owner kept up with the cosmetic part. If it looks neglected that usually carries over into the mechanicals. Good luck and let us know how you make out. Thanks... good advice.
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