adhdan
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not sure the trailer is included in the sale, probably just a yard trailer
Advice for a newbie on a bigger boat. Regal, Sealine, Bayliner or..
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adhdan
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it looks alright and at a good price, my only reservation is the list of work thats been done to it in the last 3 years, engine rebuild etc it could be a good thing or it could mean its had a hard life
Seastoke
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Ask for report of works done etc, it won’t be around long, David Morris just sold one 27k
adhdan
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Do you know anything about Volvo Penta 4.3 V6 190hp? Im assuming thats a petrol engine & it has been wrongly listed as diesel?
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Seastoke
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Says 170
adhdan
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https://www.shepherdswindermere.co.uk/product-page/1999-sealine-s24 is this the boat you mean? was listed elsewhere as a diesel but on the shepherds site its a petrol v6
Seastoke
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O sorry forget that one
petem
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Weight for an outdrive boat will always include the weight of the engine and drive.
Seastoke
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The only other advice I would give is don’t wait for one to come close to you , if one comes up in budget and sounds the right boat for you , drop every thing and get it ,or it will be gone and good luck.
DavidJ
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Agree
I notice the S23 at Burton Waters is only under offer. This only means awaiting a survey then the haggling starts. The original offer means nothing, in fact the wise punter goes in high to clear the field then pulls the price down using the survey.
You could still go in with an offer if you like the boat and it’s in budget.
adhdan
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problem ive found is the sale adverts dont always have a weight and if they do 2 identical boats can have different weights listed so i dont put a lot of trust in those and manufacturers specs if you can find them often list a dry weight but have several engine options without saying which if any is included in the weight
QBhoy
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Likely worth mentioning that the s24 is a very different boat from a s23….
The s23 almost exclusively came with a kad32 heavy diesel in her. The s24/240 mostly had a petrol 4.3 VP or mercruiser in her. Occasionally the odd AD31. The s23 would likely be considered a heavier boat than the very different s24, I’d imagine. Requires a serious tow vehicle of the upmost capability, to entertain it.
adhdan
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As long as the vehicle is 3.5t tow rated and you drive accordingly it isnt an issue, long wheel base generally better. You can stop pretty quick as well in an emergency with the trailer brakes but always be looking to slow down & corner nice and smooth like youve got a bucket of water on the passenger seat
.QBhoy
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That’s fair advice, to be fair.As long as the vehicle is 3.5t tow rated and you drive accordingly it isnt an issue, long wheel base generally better. You can stop pretty quick as well in an emergency with the trailer brakes but always be looking to slow down & corner nice and smooth like youve got a bucket of water on the passenger seat
Likely just my own personal feelings or experiences, influencing things.
I’ve likely towed more than my fair share of boats over the years…with varying combinations of cars, boats and trailers. Of the many things I might have gathered, learned or taken note of…a couple of things in particular stand out.
Most of all, I think that the heavier the tow car is, the more comfortable or nicer less of a worry the task is. Particularly if the tow car is actually heavier than the rig being towed. Less chance of the rig being the boss or influencing component.
Just as critical, I think, might be the importance around the set up and suitability of the trailer. Position of the boat and centre of balance. The correct amount of weight on the tow ball too. Anyway…I’ve never once enjoyed towing a boat of my own, especially larger boats I’ve had, in particular, when it comes to towing them on certain roads here in Scotland.
Bouba
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At this size I would expect a multi axle trailer
madabouttheboat
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Nm
madabouttheboat
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Not the best engine. In the category you are looking at I would choose a KAD32 powered boat or, if budget allows, a boat fitted with a second generation D3.
Scubadoo
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The later (2000/2001) S24 had the kad32 diesel and there are more than just the odd AD31 diesels. The S24 is a great boat and the dry weight is 2100kg, but with that size boat and all the options fitted it can add a lot of extra weight, e.g. holding tanks, heating, electric winch...the factory spec is without all those options fitted.
adhdan
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interesting, ive been looking at the same boat and the sales ad ive got says it is fitted with a kad32...wonder which it really is
.Ive pretty much got down to either a s23/25 or the regal 2465. That regal seems well priced and isnt too far so i'll see if i can make contact and take a look after Christmas
adhdan
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toyed with the idea of a leader 805 & some other boats but they are right on the weight & size limit unfortunately.
If anyone knows of a slightly beamier boat similar to the s23/25 or 2465. both of those are about 2.5m beam and the limit is 2.9m & an extra foot of beam would be nice
If anyone knows of a slightly beamier boat similar to the s23/25 or 2465. both of those are about 2.5m beam and the limit is 2.9m & an extra foot of beam would be nice