Aluminum in salt water

[MartinJ]

I am new to boating so pardon the stupid question.<br />I have been looking at used boats for several months now and recently saw an 18 foot Lund "Alaskan" for sale. Using NADA, the price seemed pretty good for this boat motor and trailer. My question is, as I would be using this boat in the back bays of South Jersey, how do aluminum boats hold up in salt water. From what I read, it seems this boat is more for rivers or lakes. Thinking logically, corrosion would be a big factor here, and I have heard these boats can leak around the rivets anyway.<br />Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

 

[DJ]

Re: Aluminum in salt water

The Lund is about as good an aluminum boat as you can get. Saltwater is NOT a problem for Aluminum boats. Many yatchs are made of aluminum.<br /><br />The key is to make sure you have no stray electrical charges that can find their way into the hull. DO NOT ground anything to the hull. As long as you keep everything electrical insulated-you'll be OK.<br /><br />The Lund probably is a good deal in your part of the country, they're just not widely known there. By the same token, you don't see many center consoles in Minnesota.

 

[Newhook]

Re: Aluminum in salt water

I hear great things about the Lund Alaskin. Widely used in salt water. Plenty wide and good in waves. Great resale too.

 

[MartinJ]

Re: Aluminum in salt water

Thanks djohns19 and Newhook. I'm gonna take another look at this boat if it is still for sale.