tamzie28 Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Hi Raiders, I'm looking for a runabout boat about 4m. I found one for about $7000. Comes with 4m Seahunter eclipse hull, 35hp Johnsons oil injection 3 cylinder (been converted to a 2 stroke) bimini, storm covers, fish finder and all the safety gear. I've got no knowledge of boat brands quality etc... What I need to know is 1. If the price is good 2. Is the hull a reliable brand 3. Is the outboard reliable 4. What I should be looking for when inspecting and test run. I have searched all of Google and cannot find any information on the brand of the hull. The only brands I know for hulls are quintrex, Stacers and brooker. Thanks Raiders. Regards, Tamzie28 Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sydney south Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 I would stick with the Quintrex, Stacer & Brooker. For $7k you should get a good clean boat. Be patient . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scratchie Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 Best advise I could offer is don't be in a rush, stick to your intended spend, look for well known brands, test drive and wait until winter as prices seem to drop! And remember if it's to good to be true, it usually is! Good luck! Cheers scratchie!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antonywardle Posted April 6, 2016 Share Posted April 6, 2016 HI Things to look for when going out for an inspection. Check that the engine starts easily and that it is pumping lots of water Check that the water gets warm Check the prop for damage Look for rust in the trailer Look and see if the bearings are wearing (you might have to lift it up and roll the wheels for that) Check the trailer and tyres (including the spare) Check that you have a wheel brace that can take the trailer wheels off. Check that the lights are working Johnsons are good engines, but it depends on how its been looked after. Sometimes the oil mixer gets disconnected and they prefer to premix the oil and the petrol in the tank. Check the tank and the fittings. Look for hard fuel lines. They'll need to be replaced at some point. Not sure where you are located but there is a site sponsor who will be able to do an inspection for you. Any help? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamzie28 Posted April 6, 2016 Author Share Posted April 6, 2016 Hi Raiders, Thank you all for your great tips and knowledge. Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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tamzie28 Posted April 6, 2016 Author Share Posted April 6, 2016 ad_4_1459986465992.jpgad_7_1459986465997.jpgad_1_1459986465990.jpgad_2_1459986465991.jpgad_0_1459986465988.jpg Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk Found some pics of the actual boat.. What do you think? Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamzie28 Posted April 7, 2016 Author Share Posted April 7, 2016 Best advise I could offer is don't be in a rush, stick to your intended spend, look for well known brands, test drive and wait until winter as prices seem to drop! And remember if it's to good to be true, it usually is! Good luck! Cheers scratchie!!! Thanks for the tip ScratchieSent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tamzie28 Posted April 7, 2016 Author Share Posted April 7, 2016 HI Things to look for when going out for an inspection. Check that the engine starts easily and that it is pumping lots of water Check that the water gets warm Check the prop for damage Look for rust in the trailer Look and see if the bearings are wearing (you might have to lift it up and roll the wheels for that) Check the trailer and tyres (including the spare) Check that you have a wheel brace that can take the trailer wheels off. Check that the lights are working Johnsons are good engines, but it depends on how its been looked after. Sometimes the oil mixer gets disconnected and they prefer to premix the oil and the petrol in the tank. Check the tank and the fittings. Look for hard fuel lines. They'll need to be replaced at some point. Not sure where you are located but there is a site sponsor who will be able to do an inspection for you. Any help? Hi antonywardle, Great list of tips, I'm in Liverpool NSW BTW. The boats in Nowra Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
port hacking addiction Posted April 7, 2016 Share Posted April 7, 2016 Hi mate im selling my boat for 8 but wil take round 7 its a brooker 4.15 with 30hp yamaha pm me if ur intrested Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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