Condition and Value Survey for Yacht Insurance/Financing

REPORT OF SURVEY

Vessel: / Date:12/1/05
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Hauled Afloat Sea Trial

REASON FOR SURVEY:

Insurance Coverage Financing Assess Overall Condition

DESCRIPTION

Type of Vessel: 30' Catalina Fin Keel Auxiliary Tall Rig Sloop.
Hull ID#: / Docum. /Regis. #:
Year/ Builder: 1980 by Catalina Yachts, Woodland Hills, CA.
Designer: F. Butler / Use of Vessel: Pleasure
Market Value: / Replacement Value:

DIMENSIONS & CONSTRUCTION

(All dimensions are approximations & not measured.)

LOA: 29' 11" / L.W.L.: / Beam: 10' 10" / Draft: 5' 3"
Displacement: 10,300 lbs / Ballast: 4,660 lbs
Type of Construction: / Hand-laid molded fiberglass hull with internal supports molded integrally for strength and additional hull stiffening by the hull to deck assembly.
Structural Members: Molded integrally. / Fastenings: Glass tabbing.
Superstructure: Raised trunk cabin of molded fiberglass with portholes.
Decking: Fiberglass sandwich core construction with non skid gelcoat pattern.
Hull to Deck Assembly: Found intact and protected by a pvc and aluminum rub rail.
Bulkheads: All intact where accessible and viewed.
Bilges: Needs cleaning.* / Keel Bolts: 3/4" stainless steel, intact at heads.

This report is based on a visual inspection of the vessel and is not rendered as a warranty but an opinion of the below-signed experienced surveyors as to the vessel and its equipment. Latent defects not found without opening or removing engines, tanks, plumbing, cabinetry or other parts of the vessel are not covered by this survey. This survey does not guarantee the performance of this vessel or its equipment and accordingly shall suffer no liability for errors or omissions or for not being able to properly evaluate parts as stated above. Acceptance of this report shall constitute agreement.

Vessel:

GENERAL CONDITION OF EXTERNAL SURFACES

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HULL & BOTTOM:

Good

Fair

Poor

The vessel was viewed afloat and sitting evenly on her waterline. No bottom inspection was performed at this time.

ABOVE DECKS:

Good

Fair

Poor

In good condition structurally with no major delamination, damage or repairs evident on surfaces and no major gelcoat cracking or wear. Windows & frames are in good condition with all apparently well bedded and caulked. Cockpit, hatches, teak bright work and accessories are in good condition & serviceable with all well maintained. Clean and detail all to your satisfaction. Note some minor softness and core moisture along w/some production voids on deck.*

DECK HARDWARE:

Good

Fair

Poor

All secure and well situated with no corrosion or damage seen.

ACCOMODATIONS AND INTERIOR CONDITION

HOUSEKEEPING:

Good

Fair

Poor

Clean and organized throughout with all joinerwork intact and cabinets and doors operable. With condition of soft goods, headliner and carpet good but clean and upgrade all as you see fit. With all 12V lighting and all 120 volt outlets functioning. See notes on several deck leaks.*

INTERIOR STRUCTURE:

Good

Fair

Poor

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All primary and secondary hull supports were found intact where accessible and viewed.
UNDERWATER GEAR

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Shafts: The underwater gear was not viewed with the vessel only seen afloat.
Bearings:
Propeller (s):
Struts:
External Thruhulls:
Rudder (s):
Evidence of Electrolysis:
Zinc Anodes:
Condition of Centerboard/Keel, etc.:

Vessel:

MACHINERY

Engine (s): Universal naturally aspirated diesel inboard marine engine reported as a repower engine in 1988.
Serial # (s): 422205 / Model:#18
No. of Cyl:2 Cylinders in line
Max. RPM:3300 approx. / Type of Cooling:Fresh water cooled.
Engine Bearers:Adjustible vibration proof mounts securely lagged to fiberglass stringers.
Stuffing Box:Traditional drip type found intact with good access.
Reduction Gear/Coupling:Hurth Gear
Serial #:Not evident. / Ratio:Not evident.
Condition: With good surfaces, linkage, and fluid.
Controls:Edson throttle & shift levers securely cabled to machinery and responding well.
Engine Condition: The engine appeared to have no damage or defect but shows some evidence of past minor corrorsion. The belts, clamps, hoses, and accessories appear intact and no leaking oil or coolant was seen. The engine oil was found clean and the coolant was at a proper level. With 292.6 hours on the meter.
Engine Compartment Ventilation:Ventilated by a 12V blower and also by ducting fed into the engine space from vents. The blower was found operable.
Exhaust System:Wrapped riser and mixing elbow to fiberglass muffler to hose and out the stern discharge. Most hose connections lack double clamps.*
ENGINE TEST DATA (Where applicable)
Water Temp / Oil Press. / Amps. / Alarms?
Port Engine: 180 degrees F. Good 5.0 amps At ignition
Starbd. Engine:
Sea Trial: The vessel was run under engine power and then under sail power during the sea trial. The engine started quickly and ran well at idle and under load with no excessive heat, smoke, noise, or vibration. No leaks were detected. A good water flow was seen exiting the exhaust.

AUXILIARY GENERATOR

Type: None. / Model/Serial #:
Condition:

Vessel:

FUEL SYSTEM

Fuel: Diesel Fuel Oil.
Tank (s) / Material: Single welded 5052 aluminum tank.
Capacity: 18 gallons. / Bonded: Yes.
Condition: Good on all accessible surfaces and found liquid tight to present fuel level.
Secured: By brackets fastened to the hull with stainless steel fasteners.
Ventilation: Naturally.
Fill Lines: Marked deckplate to flexible reinforced rubber hose.
Condition: Found securely clamped.
Feed Lines: Flexible rubber hose and copper tubing.
Condition: Good, well routed and secured at regular intervals.
Vent Lines: Flexible rubber fuel hose vented overboard.
Condition: Good.
Filters: Universal spin on engine filter.
Fuel shut off valves: 1 Bronze lever.
Operable? Yes. / Accessible? Located at the tank top.
Remarks: With a sight guage for fuel assessment.

WATER SYSTEM

Tank (s)/Material: 2 Plastic tanks
Location: Under the starboard & port settees. / Capacity: Not evident.
Condition: Both found secure with no leaks.
Fill Lines: At tank tops, see noted on the disconnected fill hoses.
Water System: 12V Par pressure pump and manual foot pump.
Condition: With the pump providing good pressure at all faucets with no apparent leaks.
Filters: None were seen.
Hot Water System: None.
Condition:

Vessel:

MARINE SANITATION DEVICE

Type: Jabsco manually pumped head with 2 y-valves & a 12V holding tank discharge pump.

Holding Tanks: Plastic rectangle.

Vented: Overboard.

Thruhull Valves: 2 bronze levers.

Condition of Valves: Operable and intact with good hose.

System Condition: With a Mansfield sewage treatment system and the holding tank discharge pump disconnected.*

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Voltage:12VDC/120VAC

Battery (s): 2 x 24 serieslead/acid marine type.

Installation: Secured and covered in plastic boxes.

Condition: Both visually good and holding 12.30 VDC.

Vapor Switch: Sea Gee select type.

Type of Wire: Thermo plastic covered copper.

Condition: Well routed, secured, and organized.

Switchboard: 12 & 120V multi switch distribution panels.

Circuit Protection:

Fused: Locally.

Breakers: At panel.

Shoreline Connection: 30A/125VAC shore power receptacle.

Installation: Good, thru approved receptacle to the main panel to all branch circuits.

Battery Charger or Converter: None.

Overall Comments: The old unused original load center and wiring should be removed from the vessel.*

Vessel:

FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT

Portable Extinguishers: 2 x 2.75 lb

Type: Dry chemical type.

Location: At the galley and forward cabin.

Condition: Both found bracketed & fully charged.

Built in System: None.

Inspection:

Condition:

GENERAL EQUIPMENT

STEERING TYPE:Edson stainless steel wheel to cabled quadrant to the rudder post.

Condition: Good cable, and connections. Note that the steering was found stiff and the components need cleaning.*

Emergency Steering: By an wooden tiller with rudder post access.

BILGE PUMP (s):1 Par with float switch and 1 Whale dual action manual diaphragm type.

Type: 12V submersible/Manual

Strainer: Hose end/none.

Condition: With both operable and secure. See the note on the panel switch.*

Vessel:

GALLEY STOVE: Galley Maid 3 burner stove & oven.

Type of Fuel: Denatured alcohol.

Tank: Remote pressurized cannister.

Secured:Gimballed.

Woodwork Protected: By distance.

Ventilation: By hatches above.

Condition: The system needs to be pressurized to test.*

REFRIGERATION:Top loading icebox.

Condition: Intact and clean.

Other:

AIR CONDITIONING: None.
Overall Condition:
THRUHULL VALVES:1 Marelon lever and 3 bronze levers.
Overall Condition: With all visually intact and operable with good hose and connections.
Vessel:
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Life Preservers: 2 type II PFD's & 2 type III PFD's. / Condition:Good.
Location:Lazarette. / Life Ring:Horseshoe & Lifesling system.
Radar Reflector:Fabrication of the rig. / Ovbd. Pole:
Life Rafts:
Navigation Lights:All found visually good with most operable.*
Anchor (s):20 lb PLow type and Danforth type with chain and rode.
Conditions:Good, adequate for the vessel. See notes on the condition of the Danforth anchor.*
Miscellaneous:Thirsty Mate portable bilge pump, ship's bell, flares, 4 type IV cushions, air horn.
NAVIGATION & ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT
Compass:Ritchie Powerdamp. / Radiotelephone:Icom IC-M45
Radar: / Depthsounder:Datamarine S200DL
Speed/Knot Meter:Datamarine S100KL / Hailor:
Auto Pilot: IMI Combi (inoperable and aged). / GPS/Plotter/Loran:
Other: Datamarine apparent wind indicator.
Comments:With all visually good and operable unless otherwise noted.
OTHER EQUIPMENT
Double life lines, swim ladder, bow pulpit, stern rail, assorted lines and fenders.
Vessel:
SAILING VESSELS
TYPE OF RIG:Single Spreader Masthead Sloop.
Conditions of:
GOOD /

FAIR

/ POOR / COMMENTS
Mast step: / Cabin top step found secure.
Chainplates: / Stainless steel angles/straps to bulkheads.
Standing Rigging: / 1 x 19 strand stainless steel wire.
Running Rigging: / Braided dacron line. (some wear noted).
Reefing: / Slab reefing with 2 sets of points on main.
Mast, Boom, Poles, Spreaders: / Extruded and anodized aluminum.
Turnbuckles: / Closed body stainless steel.
Winches: 2 Lewmar #40 2 speed, 2 Lewmar #7 single speed self, 1 Lewmar #10 single speed.
Condition: / All operable and secure on deck.

Swedge Fittings:

/ Compressed stainless steel.
Additional canvas: Dodger, cockpit canopy, wheel/pedestal cover.
Sails: Main and roller furling jib of woven dacron.
Overall Condition: With very little wear.
Miscellaneous: Schaffer roller furling jib system, cabin top traveller, jib tracks.
ADDITIONAL REMARKS
The rigging was viewed from the deck level at the dock and while under sail. Note that the shrouds and stays need tuning.*

Vessel:

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CONCLUDING REMARKS

It is the opinion of this office that the vessel listed in the pages of this report, a 30’ Catalina, was found in sound condition structurally, has been maintained in good cosmetic condition and is well equipped. Some minor present deficiencies were noted, but not serious. Most all systems were found to be well installed and operable.

The vessel is recommended as a good risk for coverage at this time, but the following recommendations (*) should be complied with. Other recommendations are listed for your reference.

Value, as listed on page one, is based on conditions as reported herein, review of listings for similar vessels and by researching assorted published material.

RECOMMENDATIONS & CONCLUSION

Recommendations have been made throughout the pages of this report; the following are a list of “priorities” and those marked with an (*) are in accordance with the National Fire Protection Association and American Boat and Yacht Council’s standards for insurance coverage:

Note several areas of core moisture and softness to the cabin top, side decks and cockpit deck. Keep all hardware well sealed and bedded to prevent any further water intrusion. Note also the presence of several dry air voids underneath the deck gelcoat.

Add an ignition alarm to activate when the ignition key is turned on.

*All engine exhaust hoses should be double clamped at their connections. Renew any un-rated hose with rated and approved hose.

*The water hose to the heat exchanger is in contact with the aft port engine mount and is wearing through. Add chafe protection.

The bilge area underneath the engine needs cleaning of oil and debris.

*The documentation number needs to be permanently affixed to the hull.

Note that the deck plates and fill hoses to both water tanks are disconnected and the tanks have been filled via the fill cap at both tank tops.

Note the evidence of past cabin leaks. Monitor and seal any active leaks by identifying and caulking their origins on deck.

Note the need to clean the steering quadrant of debris and salt. Lubricate all components as needed. Note the stiffness to the gears within the pedestal. Service and lubricate.

The bilge pump panel switch is reversed and although the float switch activates the pump the manual function does not.

*Cull out the disconnected 120V load center and circuit breaker in the cockpit locker.

The forward steaming light and both starboard and port running lights did not function.

The holding tank discharge pump and sewage treatment system were found disconnected. Reconnect and test. Note the strong holding tank odor. Clean the tank out and renew hoses if odor still exists.

Add fresh alcohol to the fuel tank for the stove and pressurize to test.

The Danforth anchor and ground tackle were found in visually poor condition. Remove and store as backup anchor and use the CQR anchor as the main anchor.

Submitted in good faith and without prejudice,

Accredited by the ABYC in ABYC Standards

SAMS Accredited Marine Surveyor

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