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Old 12-03-2017, 11:29 AM   #6
kapnd
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City: hawaii
Vessel Name: #31
Vessel Model: ex-Navy MUB 50 fish/cruise
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Originally Posted by Arthurc View Post
I’m just wrapping up a complete retrofit on a krogen 54. How are the other components of the boat, here are a few things I’d consider before spending any time/money on the looks part.
1. All seacocks accessible and functioning?
2. All below waterline hoses in good condition?
3. State of charging system, battery banks and inverter?
4. What engine/engines are you running? Have you done full tests on them, do they reach rated rpm, etc.
5. Genset in good working order?
6. Hydraulic system in good condition and leak free? Especially steering components.
7. Windows in good condition, any major leaks, etc.

Would love you to keep us updated as I’m just moving onto a galley retrofit as my last project... for this year

This is seriously good advice!
All ships systems should be in tip top condition before aesthetics are even contemplated.
I have seen projects crumble after many thousands of dollars were already wasted on all the wrong things.
Don't let it happen to you!
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