Does anyone have recommendations for a reputable company on the Gulf Coast (preferably Alabama/Florida) that is capable of doing a complete refit of a GB 36 Trawler?
And you start with a $75k boat, put $100k into it and then you have a $125k boat.
David
Yes, a complete refit is a tall order. Here are some of the things you might do, with a wag at cost done in a boatyard:
1. New navigation electronics, radar $15k
2. New appliances, air conditioner $15k
3. New generator $15k
4. All new wiring $10-20k
5. Replace exterior teak deck with non skid paint $30+k depending on core replacement
6. Refinish interior teak $10k
As you can see, it is easy to spend $100k on a "complete refit". You need a skilled electrician, carpenter, painter, general boatwright. Little of this is grunt work, so it will take $100/hr at yard rates, maybe half to two thirds if you hire outside contractors.
And you start with a $75k boat, put $100k into it and then you have a $125k boat.
David
So what business is it any of ours if he likes and wants to keep his boat? The guy asked for yard recommendations not our personal financial philosophy or advice.
Is it that unusual for a person with financial wherewithal and desire to re-fit his boat? I can think of far less desirable boats that have had money lavished upon them. Many of those folks are members here.
Does anyone have recommendations for a reputable company on the Gulf Coast (preferably Alabama/Florida) that is capable of doing a complete refit of a GB 36 Trawler?
There's a guy in the Jacksonville area that use to work for Huckins. He went out on his own, knows his limitations and is still well connected with other independents.
So what business is it any of ours if he likes and wants to keep his boat? The guy asked for yard recommendations not our personal financial philosophy or advice.
Is it that unusual for a person with financial wherewithal and desire to re-fit his boat? I can think of far less desirable boats that have had money lavished upon them. Many of those folks are members here.
Geez, Craig! You promised to keep my project quiet! ( I completely agree with your statement.)So what business is it any of ours if he likes and wants to keep his boat? The guy asked for yard recommendations not our personal financial philosophy or advice.
Is it that unusual for a person with financial wherewithal and desire to re-fit his boat? I can think of far less desirable boats that have had money lavished upon them. Many of those folks are members here.
Does anyone have recommendations for a reputable company on the Gulf Coast (preferably Alabama/Florida) that is capable of doing a complete refit of a GB 36 Trawler?
So what business is it any of ours if he likes and wants to keep his boat? The guy asked for yard recommendations not our personal financial philosophy or advice.
Is it that unusual for a person with financial wherewithal and desire to re-fit his boat? I can think of far less desirable boats that have had money lavished upon them. Many of those folks are members here.