THOMAS K. ROSE SOCIETY OF ACCREDITED MARINE SURVEYORS AMS #1158 Consulting and Marine Survey Inc. Master 1600 Ton Oceans (/Master Towing Oceans /First Class Pilot (Ret)– Captain USN (Ret) 575 Antonson Lane NE, Poulsbo WA 98370 – [email protected] - 360.633.0045 www.poulsbomarinesurvey.com
VESSEL SURVEY REPORT OF THE VESSEL “SPICER” 1985 Bristol Channel Cutter (Samuel Morse)
This survey sets forth the condition of the vessel, including the hull, machinery, equipment, fittings and outfit, to the best of the surveyor’s ability without the removing of bulkheads, paneling ceilings or other portions of her structure, and without taking borings to ascertain thickness of structure, testing for tightness, and without opening up machinery or auxiliaries for internal examination. Mechanical and electrical equipment condition is determined to the exterior surface of the equipment. Inspection of sailboat rigging condition is limited to six feet above the deck and downward. This survey report represents the honest and unbiased opinion of the surveyor, but in no event is to be considered a guarantee or warranty of any kind. Further, no determination of stability characteristics has been made and no opinion expressed.
This report is a summary of the findings of the survey performed on 22 October 2018 for Mr. David Oliver with the sole intent to determine the condition of the vessel for purchase, insurance, and finance. One electronically transmitted copy is provided. No other copies are authorized. The report contains proprietary information that is intended for the sole use of Mr. Oliver and is not sellable or transferable in any manner or form. This report is copyrighted under the copyright laws of the United States and any unauthorized reproduction, distribution or use is expressly prohibited c2013.
General Information and Systems Pages 1 - 16 Valuation Page 17 Findings and Recommendations Pages 18 - 21 Photo Documentation Pages 22 - 46 1 GENERAL INFORMATION
Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Location of Survey: Port Hadlock Marina - Port of Port Townsend, WA
Hailing Port: Port Hadlock File No: SAMS1850
Registration#: WN0113RR (New) Location: On port/starboard bows
Official Number/Builders#: #60 (Hull formed in 1981 –Launched 1985)
Type of Vessel: Cruising cutter Afloat: X Hauled: X
Surveyed For: Mr. David P. Oliver & Sarah Tunstall
Present Owner: Katherine and Adrian Martinez
Attending: Above + Mr. Mike Mullenberg (buyers agent)
Waters Navigated: Puget Sound and the sheltered waters of British Columbia East of Cape Flattery and South of Hope Island.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The hull of SPICER is hand laid uni-direction glass roving and matt … largely non-cored with encapsulated lead ballast consisting of lead ingots cast in layers. The bulkheads are ¾”+ marine ply which are all full double tabbed into both the hull, deck and cabin sides. Initial tabbing is a generous 8”+ with a secondary layer about 6”. The vessel has 5 partial and full bulkheads.
The deck is comprised of ½” alternating marine ply and fiberglass. The rail is bolted via an extrusion to hull casting by stainless bolts and sealed with 3M 5200. All deck and rigging fittings are robust and fully backed.
The mast step, bilges, voids and longitudinal stringers are solid.
The interior and exterior joinery work is to high professional standards utilizing full cut hardwoods. The cabin, storage, and access is well thought out, the systems easily accessed (unless noted), but maintenance has been neglected due to the owners schedule and distant living.
The BCC design has a well regarded history of performance … with many hulls making extended ocean voyages. This vessel has documented cruising offshore … but doesn’t exhibit any of the major associated wear.
2 Type of Service: Pleasure Date of Last Dry-dock: 2008
Builder: Samuel L. Morse Co. HIN Number: ORZMM592C81
Place of Build: Costa Mesa, California/Seattle Year Built: 1981-85
L.O.A. 36’? LOD: 28’ LWL: 26-03’ Beam: 10.1 Draft: 4-10
Displacement: 16,800# Ballast: 6,200# Material: Lead ingots/cast
HIN/Washington Registration/Builders #
(Photo record removed)
Note: Old registration #s New Registration #s need to be affixed
Current Registration & HIN# Note: HIN# is engraved in the hull above the waterline on the starboard transom … but is obscured and filled with paint (not able to photograph unless cleaned)
3 HULL
Hull Material: Solid FRP (1”+ tapering to 3/8”) Condition: Good
Anti Fouling: Ablative Condition: Spent and worn
Number of Zincs: 3 Condition: Spent
Framing: n/a Fasteners: Stainless Caulking: 3M 5200 at deck joint
Planking: n/a Skeg: n/a Keel: Full keel, ballast encapsulated
Ballast: Lead Keel Bolts: n/a Bulkheads: Marine ply w/reinforcing
Topsides Port: Clean/no visible distortion/cracks Sheerline: Fair and smooth
Topsides Stbd: Clean/no visible distortion/cracks Sheerline: Fair and smooth
Hull to deck joint: Stainless fasteners fully backed with mahogany bulwarks & cover board
Ceiling/Inner Liner: Varied plain and fir/hardword battens
Cabin Sole & Floors: Teak & holly ply / no sign of staining / dry and fit well
Thru-hulls: Bronze recessed/flush sea-cocks Condition: Serviceable with notes
Sea-cocks: No. Location Type Bond Plug Condition 1 Engine intake Bronze seacock N N Serviceable 2 Engine exhaust Bronze transom fitting N N Serviceable 3 Galley supply n/a N N Serviceable 4 Galley drain Bronze seacock N N Serviceable 5 #1 Head supply Via engine intake? N N 6 Head Sink drain n/a N N S 7 Head 0verboard Bronze seacock N N Serviceable 8 Transducer Composite n/a N Serviceable 9 Speed Log Composite N N Serviceable 10 Cockpit drains Marelon N N Transom 11 Side scuppers Marelon (cockpit) N N Topsides 12 Chain locker n/a 13 LP locker drain Not necessary 14
Notes: • All valves are quality bronze seacocks with ball valves incorporatedDamage control plugs recommended to be placed with each valve. • NOTE: Hull and deck tested by percussion method and Tramex Moisture meter (general readings no more than 12-15% good on both hull & topsides) … that is surprising given the standing dew/fog experience on the survey date. • Mahogany bulwarks & stanchions installed on sheer … adequate freeing ports installed. • Lower hull shows only 3 in consequential blisters about the size of a nickel … the antifouling is badly worn … and there are several areas of barnacle encrustation. However, the gel-coat is stable … there are no voids in evidence … and no evidence of prior grounding, damage, or repair.
4 DECK
Material: FRP with nonskid formed into the deck
Condition: Good (with notes regarding the woodwork)
Lifelines and Stanchions: 1” s/s with 5/16” coated wire lifelines
Bulwarks: Quality mahogany strakes on solid uprights (stanchions) that are secured with stainless through bolts.
Bow Pulpit: 1” stainless steel Stern rails: 1” stainless steel Gallows: 2” stainless steel
Windows & Ports: Bronze cast ports and solid hardwood hatches & scuttles.
Notes: • Deck percussion tested with no voids evidenced. • Stanchions bases solid … some bases have been over coated with caulking • There is limited softwood in the forward bulwark uprights given standing water in pockets and lack of drainage.
PROPELLER
Propeller Size: Sabb Material: Bronze 2 blade Condition: Serviceable
Does propeller Extend Below Keel: No Is a guard or shoe fitted: No
Shaft size: 1” Material: Stainless Condition: Good
Stern Bearing: General cutlass Stuffing Box: Standard bronze
Notes: • Cutlass bearing showed little movement / tight. • Propeller actuates ahead and astern … tested while underway and manuevering • Propeller zinc spent … numerous spares provided • Propeller could use inspection … but doesn’t appear to have apparent issue with feathering or loose bearing surfaces. • No marked corrosion evident •
RUDDER
Rudder size: 20”Wx51”Lx2.5” Material: FRP/Cored Condition: Serviceable
Type: Tiller Description: Traditional tiller head transom hung
Packing: Not applicable … pintles and gudgeons are quality bronze castings in serviceable condition.
Helm Visibility: Good Emergency steering: No
Notes: • Laminated tiller showing some limited areas of surface softwood in need or treatment • Lower skeg bearing appears tight • No safety chains/lanyards provided (traditional safeguard for transom hung rudders)
5 BILGES
Condition: Light grime Ventilation: Good Blower: Not observed
Bilge Pumps: #1 Type: Rule 3700 Size: 1.25 ” line/
#2 Type: Edison 18gpm? Size: 1” reduced
#3 Type:
Notes: • Electric pump powers up … stated as being a Rule 3700 - - markings not visible • Bilges have light grime but no evidence of contaminates • Small amount of water in the mid section void • Bilge switch operates in manual/automatic modes … indicator light is out
FUEL TANKS AND PIPING
Fuel Type: DFM No. of Tanks: 1 Capacity: 32
Tank Material: Stainless Fuel Line condition: Serviceable/approved
Tanks secured properly: Yes Fuel Line valves: Yes, in line
Tanks vented properly: Yes Vent Screen: No Fuel fill pipes tight/flush: Yes
Where would overflow run: Over Evidence of seepage: No Fuel Shutoffs: Yes
Drip trays: Not observed Fuel Gauges: No observed Tank gauge: No
Blower (Gas): n/a Safety Placard (Gas): n/a
Spill Kit: Not observed aboard (recommended)
Propane Tanks: Yes, dual on deck Propane Remote Cutoff Valve: Yes
Condition: Serviceable, with notes Fuel fills and lines grounded: n/a
Notes: • Fuel lines clean and well loomed without signs of weeps • Fuel tank difficult to access • LP tank does not have a solenoid • LP line has an internal shut-off valve – exterior of line is weather worn • Fuel tank pressure tested in 2006 • Monitor and treat fuel • No indication of total fuel aboard
6 MAIN ENGINE
Manufacturer: Sabb Model: 2HPS 81
Fuel: DFM HP: 18@2400 Serial: #183
Hours: Meter shows 4100 (see notes) Year Installed: 1984
Overhauled: Yes, 2006 (5hrs reported) Exterior Condition: Serviceable
Cylinders: 2 Attached Units: Alternator 120amp
Cooling: Raw water to heat exchanger Exhaust: Wet
Fuel filter: Yes/stock Water Seperato r: Racor
Flame arrestor: n/a Drip pan: In formed mount
Mounts: Good, solid w/good flexibility Instruments: At companionway
Gear: Integrated with engine Serial: Not visible
Model: n/a Reduction: Direct 1:1 ?
Exhaust lines: Serviceable Flanges: Good Engine alarms: Not observed
Engine controls: Cockpit port side Type: Morse type reach rod
Engine room condition: Organized w/ notes Opinion of installation: Professional
Sound/fire Insulation: Lined panels in fair condition
Maintenance Log/Manuals: Vessel and systems manuals provided/no engine log
Spare Parts: Basic set of filters and belts … numerous other fittings
Notes: • Engine observed/monitored at dock and while maneuvering • Engine started readily … no major sheet … exhaust cleared within minutes • No abnormal exhaust nor sheen in evidence • Reduction gear/variable pitch shifts normally • Reduction gear fluid level appeared normal • Supporting systems appear serviceable • Hoses and joints appear serviceable • Adequate anti-siphon loop provided • Light corrosion on heat exchanger end caps … due for inspection • Raw water strainer difficult to access … but appears serviceable • Engine assessment and review conducted by Haven Marine • Owner states that Galmulkoff Marine conducts annual maintenance. • Engine observed for during maneuvering and underway for over one hour during the transit from Port Hadlock to Port Townsend. RPMs ranged from idle to 2200 without any noticeable issue. Temperatures remained below 180v and oil pressure appeared normal at all RPMs. Engine mounts appear almost new. No abnormal movement of the engine under load and while applying RPM during maneuvering. No apparent leaks from seals, gaskets, or hoses. Hoses appear to be recently replaced/renewed Trident rated hose with AWAB stainless clamps. • Coolant reserve tank is difficult to access above the engine. • Starboard battery bank is difficult to access … along with refrigeration condenser and battery charger mounted on the aft engine room bulkhead. 7 AUXILIARY MACHINERY
Generators – Number: n/a Type: n/a How driven: n/a
Volts: n/a KW: n/a Hours: n/a
Cooling: n/a Exhaust: n /a Drip Pan: n/a
Fuel shut off valves: n/a
Space Heaters: #1 Heater disassembled and not functioning … provided in box aboard
#2
Refrigeration - Domestic: Refrigeration not operable …
Refrigeration – Installed storage:
Notes: • Water-maker is disconnected from engine … but could be serviceable. Filters and transfer valves appears serviceable.
POTABLE WATER TANKS
Capacity: 55 No.of tanks: 2 Material: Stainless
Location: Centerline Tanks secured properly: Yes Condition: Serviceable
Pressurized water system: Yes Hand pumps: 2 foot pumps
Water heater: 4 gallon Atlantic Marine in stainless case Shore system: None sighted
Sea Water System – Pressurized: No Hand pumps: One in galley
Notes: • Pex style HDPE tubing for potable runs • Water heater powers up … Atlantic Marine T4E #TO2H09-MM003 in stainless case
8 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
DC: Voltage: 12v
No. of Batteries: 4 Dyno 6v Batteries 2006 120ah?
Terminals Protected: NoIn Plastic or Lead Trays: Laminate foundation Secured: Yes
Lighting: Bulb dome/reading Grounding: Not observed
Cabling/Switch: Marine grade / main disconnects in aft bulkhead
Note: • Circuits and wiring to professional standards for age / panel appears to be shipyard manufactured with original breakers. • Numerous indicator lights are out • Batteries were dry … took nearly 2 gallons of distilled water to fill
AC: Voltage: 110v
Disconnect explosion proof: Yes Location: Cockpit
Breaker Panel: Original dual breaker Location: Engine-room bulkhead to port
Grounding: Not observed Wiring: Stranded copper
Bonding System: No
Battery charger: Pro Mariner Inverter: Small single plug below galley
Solar: No Wind vane: No
Outlets: One GFCI observed beneath galley (locker) … powered up
Shore Power Cord & Connection: Shore inlet / 30amp Marinco cord provided
Galvanic Isolator: None observed
Charging System: Via alternator/generator on engine + Pro Mariner charger
Notes: • Ignition and engine control wiring serviceable but in need of looming
FIRE CONTROL
Fire extinguishers: 2 Location: 1 galley/1 engine room
Tested within 12months: No Condition: Aged
Automatic Fixed System: FirefFly 1301 Type: Halon
Date Inspected: Inaccesible to observe Space: Engine room
Notes: • 1 BC and 1 Halon / units older and should be serviced/replaced and more conveniently mounted for ready access. 9
INTERIOR ACCOMMODATIONS
SPICER has a very well laid out spacious interior finished in full cut magohand with a teak and holly sole. Bronze opening ports are in the main cabin providing plenty of light and ventilation. There is provision for heating once repaired.
The main cabin has about 6’ -2” of headroom and is finished in white enamel … which opens up the space and maximizes light. The interior layout is somewhat reversed from standard BCC models in that the settee bunks and storage are aft and the galley and install refrigeration is amidship. This configuration is more efficient for crew accessibility, ventilation, and stability in the galley underway. The bunks are about 6’6” long … and have generous storage provided below and behind. Storage is ventilated by slatted bin covers and the spaces are painted out.
The galley space is divided amidships with the stove, sink and cabinetry to port … and a drop in refrigeration/storage space to starboard. An older LP stove is provided along with stainless deep sink and high necked spigot/faucet set. All lockers are clean … and the drawers and other joinery work are executed to an excellent standard using full cut material.
The forward compartment contains a covered commode amidship flanked by a hanging locker and enclosed storage to starboard. To port, there is a full length storage compartment with work bench top. Numerous lockers and drawers are provided … all executed to the same excellent standard of workmanship.
The forepeak/chain locker is accessed via a centerline hatch and opens into a wide space that can be used for sail storage … as well as open access to the chain rode, spill pipe, and inner bitt foundations.
The interior is in excellent condition. There is no hint of mold or mildew … and only trace amounts of condensation staining from normal Winter conditions. Upholstery is in near new condition.
10 GENERAL ARRANGEMENT AND INTERIOR
Note: Settee and galley arrangement reversed in subject vessel.
GALLEY
Sink: Stainless deep single sink / long neck faucet Water: Foot pump
Stove: Luke “Heritage” non ignition protected Fuel: LPG
Microwave: No Refrigerator: Cold plate
Freezer: No Dishwasher: No
Compactor: No Icemaker: No
Notes: • Ample storage in custom joinery work • Cold plate refrigerator reported as not operable by owner
FORECASTLE
No. of berths: n/a Lockers: Port and starboard w/ ample shelves/workbench
Escape Hatch: Yes Heat: From main cabin when provided/installed
Ventilation: Hatches Finish: Liner, teak battens, teak & holly sole
Notes: • No hint of moisture or mildew
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BERTHING
No. of berths: 2-3 via settee base & pilot berths above Lockers: Outboard and under berths
Escape Hatch: No via door Heat: From main cabin when installed
Ventilation: Ports/hatches Upholstery: 3-4” residential foam with light fabric covers
Finish: Enameled surfaces with mahogany & birdseye cut and finished hardwoods.
Notes: • Pilot berth provided above port settee • Both port and starboard settees can serve as bunks as well
HEAD
#1 Location: Forward centerline MSD: Simpson Lawrence commode
Water: FW Basin: Yes Shower: No
#2 Location: MSD: Water: Basin: Shower:
Notes: • Commode to holding tank. • Surfaces in good condition • 6 gallon holding tank w/ treatment? • Diverter valve operational in CLOSED position
SPARS
Rig Type: Cutter Mast Shape & Tune: Raked and balanced
Material: Aluminium / AwlGriped Finish: LPU
Spreaders: Dual Bow Sprit: Heavy laminated Boom kin: Heavy full cut
Whisker/Spinnaker Pole: Yes Gooseneck: Stainless steel/composite
Notes: • Oval / tapered main mast • Mast collar serviceable and solid / mast step solid • Slight outboard (port) bend to upper 25% of mast - - - rig tune issue • Spars were repainted in 2008
Stays and Shrouds: Upper and Lowers: 9/32”+ 1 x 19 stainless Backstay: 1/4” 1 x19” dual stainless to single stay
Turnbuckles: Original/barrel type Vang: Not observed
Chain plates: Bronze straps Backing plates: Full stainless
Furling: Back stays: No running backs observed
Bobstay:
Backstay: Dual ¼” Backstay Adjuster: Not observed
Notes: • Wire inspected up to 6-7’ from the deck only • Wire was renewed in 2008 … vessel has been lightly sailed • Standing rig fitted with Norsemen terminal fittings
RUNNING RIGGING
Halyards: Main halyard 7/16” Dacron yacht braid / Jib Halyard 3/8” Dacron yacht braid
Jib Sheets: 5/8” Dacron yacht braid Main Sheet: 7/16” Dacron yacht braid
Out haul: 3/8” Dacron yacht braid Reefings: #1 and #2’s not rigged
Spinnaker Halyard: ½” Dacron yacht braid Spinnaker Top: Not rigged
Foresail Halyard: ½” Dacron yacht braid Lazy jacks: 3/8” three strand
Notes: • Running rigging shows wear due to age and exposure • Travelers and T rails appear serviceable and solid on their mounts • Small flag and signal halyards are worn and rotted
13 WINCHES
Primaries: Bronze Lewmar #46s self tailing Secondaries: Bronze Lewmar #16s self tailing
Line Clutches: Various and standard cleats
Halyard Winches: 2 Lewmar bronze #16s self tailing /1 Lewmar single #8 for staysail
Blocks and leads: Jib reefing: Not observed
Furler: ProFurl (10yrs old in 2006)
Traveller: 1” track Vang: Main sheet:
Staysail Tracks: 1” T track on cabin top
Notes: • Small Murray bottom action reefing winch on boom
SAILS
Main: Schattauer 1985-86 Reefs: 2 – reef points not rigged
Jib: Roller furled full (1985-86) Genoa: n/a Gennaker:
Staysail: Dacron (1985-86 Storm Sail: Dacron (1985-86) Spinnaker:
Sail area: 680 + sq. feet Covers: Numerous bags, vent covers, etc.
Other Canvas: Full dodger on stainless frame in serviceable condition with good Isenglas
Notes: • Sails in good (C+ to B-) condition for age • Main set in nil wind at dockside … good condition for age and dis-use … some debris easily cleaned. Bolt ropes and fittings in good condition. Reef points not rigged. • Remainder of inventory is all 1985-86 Schattauer products bagged and stowed in the forepeak. Hanks still show some corrosion … sails generally appear in average condition
14 ELECTRONIC AND NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT
Compass: Bulkhead mount (clouded crystal)
Depth Sounder: Brooks & Gates (powers up and receives)
VHF/FM Radio-Telephone: Icom IC-M45 (not wired/connected)
AIS: Not observed
GPS: Furuno GP 50 Mark III (Did not power up)
Plotter: No
Radar: Raytheon SL70 (Powered up … older Raster style)
Single Side Band: No
Loudhailer: No
Autopilot: Ratheon ST4000 tiller pilot (not connected)
Temperature/Humidity Gauge: Weems and Plath 3” units on cabin bulkhead
Search Light: Not observed
Barometer: Weems and Plath 3” unit on cabin bulkhead
Annemometer: Windbird at masthead
Radar reflector: No observed (could be in lazarette clutter)
Log: Via Brooks and Gates system
Stereo: Eclipse ESIV AM/FM Cassette player (stbd. forward)
Entertainment System: n/a
EPIRB or SART: Not observed
Phone/Internet: By personal cell
Basic charts & publications: Inventory not observed
Running Lights: Bow Col Regs Compliant: Yes Operational: Yes
Anchor Light: Mast Col Regs Compliant: Yes Operational: Yes
Steaming and Stern Lights: Yes Col Regs Compliant: Yes Operational: Yes
Notes: • Navigation equipment powered up and viewed in operation without verification of accuracy.
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GROUND TACKLE AND DECK EQUIPMENT
Anchors:
CQR 45# / 45# 3 piece Luke (stowed) / 25# 3 piece Luke fisher
Chain: 280’ 5/16 high tensile chain + 300’ braided line (quoted but not ranged for inspection) Secondary stated as “w/”shot” of chain and 200’ of braided line on a spool” (probably not 90’ which is a shot) Rode:
Anchor Winch: Manual bronze Type/Maker: Plath Anchor roller: Yes
Washdown system: No
Cleats & Chock: Cleats and double bitts (forward)
Cordage and Fenders: Medium fenders and misc. line / addl stowed in port cockpit locker
Boarding Ladder: None observed
Tender: Not observed Outboard: Not provided
Outboard Davit: No Boat Davits: n/a
Notes:
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Raft: No Type &Certification: n/a
Lifejackets: None observed Immersion Suits: No Survival Suits: No
Ring buoys: No Horseshoe: No MOB Pole: No
Boat hook: Yes Lifelines: Yes/ 5/16” coated Grab-rails: Yes
Recovery device: Not observed (could be in lazarette clutter)
Sound device: Hand air horn Strobe: Not observed
Flares: Expired
Pollution and Discharge of Oil Placard: Engine compartment mounted
Smoke and CO detectors: None carried
First aide kit: Not observed
Notes:
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INACCESSABLE AREAS
• All interior sides and lockers due to ceiling and insulation installed • Deck voids in head due to inner liner • Recesses of bilge/flooring spaces in main cabin due to liner and cabinetry • Lazarette due to inventory stored in place • Lower chain locker due to sail storage and chain/rode stored • Beneath the water tanks in the centerline void • Upper starboard area of engine room due to lack of accessibility • Lower bilge in engine space
This surveyor is not responsible for any omission or error in judgment in the execution of this vessel survey. This survey represents the professional opinion of the surveyor with prejudice to any party.
The surveyor assumes no responsibility for any cosmetic work necessary to remove marks caused by this inspection.
So far as could be determined by this inspection, the vessel appeared to be in:
Average Condition
Upon completion of the noted recommendations and/or repairs, the vessel will be reasonably fit for the intended service. Value predicated the conditions & deficiencies noted in Section A of the attached findings & recommendations are rectified.
The vessel value below was established using some or all of the following resources: BUC Research, NADA Appraisal Guide, ABOS Marine Blue Book, SoldBoats.com, along with various internet and regional market sources, brokers opinions, and both US and European references, along with the surveyor’s experience. These vessels range up to $59-64k re-engined and up to $90k+ fully outfitted for cruising at sea.
Estimated Fair Market Value: $52,000 (with Section A repairs)
Estimated Replacement Value: $435,000
Submitted: Thomas K. Rose CAPT Thomas K. Rose Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors (SAMS AMS #1158) Consultant and Marine Surveyor
Dated: 23 October 2018
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SURVEY NOTES, FINDINGS & RECOMMENDATIONS: Note: Findings in Section (A) are based on USCG/NFPA/& ABYC or other regulatory requirements or structural/safety observations that are recommended to be attended to with priority. Items highlighted in red are considered critical
Findings in Section (B) are observations and findings against ABYC and other “good practice” procedures and industry standards.
Recommendations in Section C are for maintenance considerations
Section (A) Regulatory, Safety & Structural Observations
A1 Smoke and CO Detectors (ABYC, NFPA & USCG) Install a smoke and CO detectors in the main cabin
A2 Fire Extinguishers (ABYC, NFPA, & USCG) The Kidde cabin extinguisher is possibly a recalled model and none the less aged without recent inspection. The FireFly engine room canister has not been inspected. Remove and inspect/re-certify both extinguisher. Consider replacement of the cabin extinguisher with a metal canister model.
A3 Flares (USCG) Renew the emergency flare package. Consider a USCG approved LED unit.
A4 Vented Loop (Head) No vented loop (anti siphon) is installed in the raw water intake for the head … but may be that the supply is provided by the raw water intake aft. Trace and verify.
A5 Zincs All zincs for the pintles/gudgeons and shaft are spent. Renew.
A6 Stress Cracks There are random non structural cracks at the top of some intermediate bulkheads and one area of cracking/opened paint on the main bulkhead (starboard) inboard on a vertical edge. There is no evidence of bulkhead strain, movement or damage … and this condition is normal for a vessel that has been cruised at sea and worked. Monitor and observed only.
A7 Antifouling The antifouling is completely spent … and down to the gel coat in many areas. Thoroughly sand, fair out, and solvent wash the bottom. Spot prime with antifouling and provide at least one full coat of new antifouling … 2 preferred given the vessels dis-use.
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Section (A) Regulatory, Safety & Structural Observations
A8 Batteries & Storage The batteries were found dry … and took about 2 gallons of distilled water to top off. Recommend removal and individual testing. The batteries are secured in substantial foundations but not boxed. Recommend plastic boxes to prevent any possible discharge of battery acid. Change the wing nuts securing the cables to lock washers and nuts.
A9 Horn No horn or sound device was observed … provide.
A10 120V Cover The 120V panel has exposed wiring … provide a cover to prevent shock hazard.
A11 Polarity Indicator The polarity indicator light on the shore power panel is burned out. Replace.
A12 Life Saving /Life Jackets/Ladder There was no ladder or recovery device identified/observed to assist a potential man overboard. A LifeSling or other system may be buried in the lazarette clutter. Provide. Life jackets were not observed – verify stowed or provide new.
A13 LP System No remote solenoid and switch is provided. The current system is isolated by an in-line/internal shutoff switch. The supply line should be seamless without connections between the source and the serviced appliance. Provide a solenoid and switch, replace the LP hose, and re-test. Recommend upgrading to a solenoid with integral LP alarm/gas sniffer.
A14 Stove The stove could be serviceable … but is an older classic that is not ignition protected. Recommend servicing the stove and inspecting the hose connections and burners. Recommend that a new upgraded LP stove with ignition protection be considered.
A15 Bulwarks There are limited areas of soft wood and rot at the forward bases of the bulwarks uprights caused by standing water and lack of drainage. Thoroughly dry the areas and apply penetrating epoxy to mend the condition … and provide copper inserted drains or small limber holes to drain of rain water. HIN and Registration
Section (B) Good Practice and Installation Findings
Cockpit Coamings The forward base seams of both cockpit coamings are showing some initial signs of water intrusion from standing rain water. Dry and treat with penetrating epoxy … clear the limber holes and drains.
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Section (B) Good Practice and Installation Findings
B1 Stanchion Bases Several of the aft stanchion bases have caulking randomly “smeared” … clean and inspect the fasteners and apply the caulking appropriately.
B2 Mast Tune The upper 25% of the mast has a slight bend to port … which can most likely be corrected by tuning the rig. Have a qualified rigger slack down and re-tune the rig.
B3 Reef Points Reef points are not rigged … provide.
B4 Running Rigging The running rigging is largely weather worn. Remove, inspect and replace significantly worn line … clean/wash the remainder and monitor.
B5 Running Light Lenses The running light lenses are weather worn and crazed which affects the luminosity of the light. Replace as part of future maintenance.
B6 Windlass Handle The windlass handle was missing … probably in the lazarette … verify.
B7 Bilge Pump Handle The manual bilge pump handle was missing … probably in the lazarett …verify and mount in a readily accessible locoation.
B8 Refrigeration The refrigeration is not operable. Inspect the condenser and cold plate … replace as part of future budgeted repair.
B9 Water Maker The water maker is disconnected. Verify operation and repair/maintain as desired.
B10 VHf The VHF radio was not connected. Permanently connect and test.
B11 GPS The GPS did not power up. Verify circuit. Older unit … may not be supported.
B12 Heater The heater is disconnected … and the unit and parts boxed and placed aboard. Verify operation or repair as desired.
B13 Compass The compass crystal is clouded making the card nearly un-readible. Replace as part of future budgeted repair.
B14 Tiller There are areas of limited soft wood. Strip and treat the areas … verify stability of the material and re-finish. 20 Section (B) Good Practice and Installation Findings
B15 Sails The sail inventory is largely mid 1980s Schattauer Dacron cruising weight sails. Remove, clean and maintain the hanks. Inspect the head, tack and clews.
B16 Indicator lights There are numerous indicator lights for both the AC and DC breakers that do not illuminate … but the circuits are energized. Replace the bulbs.
B7 Engergy Monitor The installed “Engery Monitor” doesn’t appear to work.
B18 Winches The winches are serviceable … but appear dry. Recommend opening, cleaning and lubrication as part of outfitting maintenance.
Section C Maintenance Considerations
C1 Range Chain and Road The chain and rode are not marked. Range, mark and re-stow. Clean the chain locker.
C2 FW Tank Recommend flushing and treating the potable water tank as part of maintenance due to dis-use of the vessel
C3 Caulking Given age, caulking deteriorates. Recommend systematic recaulking/re bedding of deck fixtures and hardward to prevent moisture intrusion into the deck and cabin structure.
C4 Water pump Recommend opening and inspecting the water pumps on the main engine given age.
C5 Heat Exchanger Recommend opening and inspecting the heat exchanger on the engine due to age. Normal periodicity is every 5 years.
C6 Bilges The main bilges are clean, but there is some build up of normal grime in the engine room bilge and deep recess. Recommend cleaning the engine room bilge and lower access at next haul-out.
C7 Engine Room (Starboard) The starboard engine room is barely accessible … recommend consideration of similar access hatch provided on the port side to ease maintenance of the batteries and examination/maintenance of the refrigeration and battery charger.
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Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Photo 1 of 50 Port bow and topsides … current owners began stripping the bulwarks to bare wood and sealed with Cetol. Starboard similar … bulwarks painted.
Photo 2 of 50 Port quarter and transom … boomkin and taffrail … rudder head & cheeks
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Photo 3 of 50 Cabin hatch/companionway
Photo 4 of 50 Port main deck and cabin top … robustly built hardwood hatches, skylight and main hatch turtle
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Photo 5 of 50 Stem head, bowsprit base and bitts, anchor windlass and forward chocks
Photo 6 of 50 Typical of forward bulwark soft wood in corners retaining freshwater
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Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Photo 7 of 50 Dodger on heavy gauge stainless frame
Photo 8 of 50 Poorly caulked and un-fastened stanchion rails
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Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Photo 9 of 50 Slight water intrusion along forward edge seam of cockpit coamings … typical of robust winch base foundations
Photo 10 of 50 Main cabin skylight … typical of full cut quality hardwood joinery work … seams and joints amazingly tight given dis-use and exposure
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Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Photo 11 of 50 Main cabin forward
Photo 12 of 50 Port galley
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Photo 13 of 50 Port settee and shelf/pilot berth
Photo 14 of 50 Starboard settee and upper storage
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Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Photo 15 of 50 18-20” vertical area of cracked paint or laminate on main bulkhead starboard
Photo 16 of 50 Forward port work bench and storage
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Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Photo 17 of 50 Port main bulkhead base, mast, and forward cabin sole
Photo 18 of 50 Head
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Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Photo 19 of 50 Chain locker and lower bitts … chain pipe and guide
Photo 20 of 50 Typical of all interior joinery work quality and condition
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Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Photo 21 of 50 Main engine
Photo 22 of 50 Engine mount … typical of all
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Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Photo 23 of 50 Fuel tank face, heat exchanger, transfer box/transmission and shaft
Photo 24 of 50 Exhaust (taken about 1 minute after cold start)
PHOTO REMOVED
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Photo 25 of 50 One of two water tanks, piping and bilge void condition
Photo 26 of 50 Galley drain and foot pump (beneath galley locker)
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Photo 27 of 50 Typical temperature reading of engine at cruising speed
Photo 28 of 50 Electrical distribution panel
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Photo 29 of 50 Port battery banks and cockpit base … wiring nest
Photo 30 of 50 Water maker and filter array in port locker (settee)
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Photo 31 of 50 Mast vertical from ahead
Photo 32 of 50 Mast vertical from side
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Photo 33 of 50 Lower spreaders and lower shroud terminals
Photo 34 of 50 Mast head
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Photo 35 of 50 Turnbuckles and standing rigging terminals … typical of all
Photo 36 of 50 Mainsail luff as stowed
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Photo 37 of 50 Mainsail at dockside hoist
Photo 38 of 50 Mast partners and main deck inner face
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Photo 39 of 50 Mast step … spare shaft zincs … disconnected lightening strap
Photo 40 of 50 Mast collar on deck .. LP bottle storage
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Photo 41 of 50 Stem and forefoot at haul
Photo 42 of 50 Starboard bow and forefoot at haul … worn paint with serviceable gel coat
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Photo 43 of 50 Starboard lower waist and keel
Photo 44 of 50 Transom and rudder
PHOTO REMOVED
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Photo 45 of 50 Starboard quarter and lower hull
Photo 46 of 50 Starboard lower hull and waist
44 Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Photo 47 of 50 Chain plates and topsides … typical of all
Photo 48 of 50 Transom and rudder
PHOTO REMOVED
45 Vessel Name: SPICER Date of Survey: 22 October 2018
Photo 49 of 50 Variable pitch propeller and cutlass bearing
Photo 50 of 50 Mid pintle and gudgeon with keeper … spent zinc
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