35 ft go fast

[Tayler]

I found a 35 foot boat that was submerged due to a faulty bildge pump. The add states that the boats motors were pickled. I know that this could be good or bad depending on how long the boat was submerged. The fact that they did pickle the motors implies that they probably could be salvaged. The asking price for the boat is 20,000. I am assuming it could be worth a whole lot more if running again. Lets just assume that the motors dont run. And the budget for motors used or refurbished runs me 7k-8k and a running boat would be worth 90k plus. Again assuming a sunken boat of this caliber can fetch that price. What kinda budget should one expect to spend on a 2001 35 foot go fast that otherwise looks mint?

 

[oops!]

Re: 35 ft go fast

uh......thats twins.....minimum 12 k a side....thats 24....and yes...there toast.

all electronics....another 2 your into that one for 50-60 k before you tyrn the key.......and then youve got a sunk boat for sale......however.....it depends on what kind it is....and what the going rate is for that boat.....20 k for a sunk boat is a lot of money.....even with a trailer...


do your home work !

 

[superpop]

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It all depends, if it was saltwater, forget it, all wire and anything electrical on the boat will need to be replaced, along with the motors if they were not correctly preserved. Fresh water might not be as bad but you are still gonna have corrosion gremlins. If it is really worth 90K when not damaged than it sounds like a good deal but it really depends on what was damaged and how they preserved it. If saltwater got into the drives via the input shaft then you will be looking at new or rebuilt drives too. If this is a go fast then it probably has big block motors and those ain't cheap, with new drives you could be looking at 35-40K in drive train alone. Know what you are getting into before buying and make sure you can afford a 50-60K boat. If it is too good to be true it probably is.

 

[Tayler]

Re: 35 ft go fast

Why would they pickle the engines if they were not salvagable? Secondly if they are infact toast could they be parted out for any money?

 

[oops!]

Re: 35 ft go fast

Why would they pickle the engines if they were not salvagable? Secondly if they are infact toast could they be parted out for any money?

they pickeled them because they HOPED they would work.....but the owner then started to investigate the cost....and scrapped the idea.....

as far as parting out the boat motors.......the only thing i can think of that might be good is the manifolds.......if it has them.......prob not.....

was it fresh or salt....and how long was it in davy jones locker?

 

[Tayler]

Re: 35 ft go fast

Was in salt water. So how much would you suspect a 2001 35 foot fountain lighting hull and trailer would go for?

damn shame

 

[GO OVRIT]

Re: 35 ft go fast

In really good shape, its a 100-110k boat. It all depends on whether or not you can do any of the work yourself. I assume they're 502s. I'm sure you can find a machine shop that could rebuild them for under 20 thousand. If you can do all the assembly and just need the machine work you could get away with less than that. How long was it under, and how soon did it get cleaned up. I've had a couple of engines completely under flood water in my Jeep and I cleaned them up immediatly. One is still running great since 1999.

 

[superpop]

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Its probably worth 20K as it sits. It really depends on the condition of the Motors and Drives. If you can do most of the work yourself you would probably make some good money on it, otherwise it will cost a small fortune to have someone else repair it. Also, remember, at least in my area, no one wants a big azz go fast boat that sucks up gas faster than all get out. So I would guess it is more like a 60-70K boat in nice condition. The question is, would you be doing this to get a nice boat for yourself or are you looking to make a profit. If it is the latter I would do a ton of research on how much these boats are really selling for. If you are doing it to get some sweat equity and a nice boat and you can afford a 50K plus boat worst case then go for it. It would be a blast to do.

 

[drewpster]

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I think it all depends on how long it was in the water and to what degree the drive trains were accessed and preserved. For that kind of risky investment I would hire a pro to access the damage and make an offer based on that.

 

[tashasdaddy]

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imho. $5,000, trailer and hull, the rest you can't count on. insurance, has already paid off on it.

 

[oops!]

Re: 35 ft go fast

ditto^^^^^^^^^^

the only thing that is there is the hull and trailer.....the rest only looks like its there

 

[Old Dogg]

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I think it all depends on how long it was in the water and to what degree the drive trains were accessed and preserved.

Really good call. Saltwater no likey aluminum and bearings. The outdrives are gonna be iffy. The engines are another matter. If they were not submerged more than a couple weeks, you may be okay if you can tear them down completely and overhaul. Longer than that, the pistons are toast and the aluminum heads may be scrap as well. As pointed out, electronics, controls and wiring may be junk as well. I might be tempted if my wallet felt really heavy and I wouldn't mind owning it in the end if no takers at my investment price.
I suspect you may have already purchased this thing. First thing then is to get the outdrives apart and washed down asap, then the engines (COMPLETELY apart...bearings and all). The wiring harness can be removed and washed with osmosis water (no minerals) then inspected. The instruments and controls should be done last (less possibility of salvaging them).

Good luck.

 

[Tayler]

Re: 35 ft go fast

Would be sexy but....alot of bugs and gremlins to trace. I found a 27 foot baja that is in working order. Think I'm gonna get that, repaint with a razzle dazzle scheme and redo the seats. One engine = less gas and I can use the stinking boat when I get it down here.

 

[NSBCraig]

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Guess what I'm gonna go the complete opposite on this one and say sure sounds good to me.

Not to discourage you from the Baja though.

Yes the drivetrains need to be totally disassembled and rebuilt, so would the tab pumps.

As for crazy wiring replacement to avoid gremlins no at the worst you'll have to reterminate the ends, not a real big deal.

Fountains are real high quality boats.

Baja's are real good too (fountain actually owns Baja now)

With the right setup the fountain will run faster, but only with it right if not it will be slower, use more fuel and be no where near as safe as the Baja.

Don't be confused by the marketing hype about Fountain. They are not the fastest, safest, best riding, most fuel efficient boats on the water.

 

[SnappingTurtle]

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I saw a stripped, and gutted, ex-drug runner, 40 something foot Fountain, w/trailer go for $50,000 last month in north Texas. It was powered and ready to go though.

Sure would be fun if someone else would pay the gas bill!

When I was younger, a friend bought a Welcraft with twin V8's in this shape (nothing but a hull, extra tanks, and motors) and we had a blast with it. When there were small craft warnings is when we generally went out. Us, and the very large sail boats.