Princess V48

[Seastoke]

Ah , it makes sense now . You’re the forum idiot !

Yep I feed the sheep, and you read the adverts.

 

[Seastoke]

Ah , it makes sense now . You’re the forum idiot !

Thanks for contributing to my MDL account.

 

[47GC]

I’m guessing this is in Weymouth ?

Yes

 

[47GC]

Not really that much to look at , check the oil condition and not from the dipstick, remove the drain plug when it’s lifted , drain an amount off to check as the water will be at the bottom of the casing , check the structure , check the props and shafts , check shafts for oscillation , the Clamp ring for corrosion , plug in vodia and read the clutch pack pressures and test operation when it’s hot after a run . Most important is the service history . There you go that’s what I do on one . V48 is what I’d call a dry engine bay , some boats are designed to hold bilge water around the drives and that’s where the corrosion problems start .

Thanks for this, I’ve taken note and will get the engineer to check the oil from the leg when lifted & all other items.

 

[47GC]

I can guess who the local engineer is . He’s great for engines but I wouldn’t let him service the IPs drives . This is no reflection on him at all, but main dealer servicing of the actual IPs is essential in my opinion . These units are horrendously expensive if they go wrong and can’t understand why you wouldnt use the main dealer who knows these units inside out .

Thanks for the info. -g

 

[47GC]

Not really that much to look at , check the oil condition and not from the dipstick, remove the drain plug when it’s lifted , drain an amount off to check as the water will be at the bottom of the casing , check the structure , check the props and shafts , check shafts for oscillation , the Clamp ring for corrosion , plug in vodia and read the clutch pack pressures and test operation when it’s hot after a run . Most important is the service history . There you go that’s what I do on one . V48 is what I’d call a dry engine bay , some boats are designed to hold bilge water around the drives and that’s where the corrosion problems start .

I only was in the engine room for a few minutes, was dry & looked quite clean. No rust or dirty water runs etc so hoping all good. Survey & sea trial next Monday so looking forward to that.

 

[antony s]

Thanks for this, I’ve taken note and will get the engineer to check the oil from the leg when lifted & all other items.

Who is doing the engine survey ?

 

[47GC]

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[47GC]

Who is doing the engine survey ?

Volvo dealer

 

[47GC]

Traveled down to Heathrow, rented a car and made my way to Bournemouth to stay overnight. No dramas, stayed at the Hilton which was a nice hotel near a good selection of bars & restaurants etc. got up early and made the drive to Portland. Survey we t well with boat lifted at 1030, bang on time. Engineers found some rope wrapped round starboard drive, removed the props and some potential damage to seals, nothing can be seen but best practice would be to replace the seals, pressure test etc. hi/lo malfunction on the day so that will need to be looked at as well. Looks like the high power switch is not activating a solenoid. Teak deck need a little TLC, so we plan to get quotes for all and instruct in due course.

Everything else working great so looks like a good boat.

Post pics later.

 

[volvopaul]

Traveled down to Heathrow, rented a car and made my way to Bournemouth to stay overnight. No dramas, stayed at the Hilton which was a nice hotel near a good selection of bars & restaurants etc. got up early and made the drive to Portland. Survey we t well with boat lifted at 1030, bang on time. Engineers found some rope wrapped round starboard drive, removed the props and some potential damage to seals, nothing can be seen but best practice would be to replace the seals, pressure test etc. hi/lo malfunction on the day so that will need to be looked at as well. Looks like the high power switch is not activating a solenoid. Teak deck need a little TLC, so we plan to get quotes for all and instruct in due course.

Everything else working great so looks like a good boat.

Post pics later.

Your v39 looks nice , I am shopping possibly this model but will have to be an older one sub 300k.

 

[47GC]

Your v39 looks nice , I am shopping possibly this model but will have to be an older one sub 300k.

Thanks. We’ve looked after her & been in fresh the last few years. Happy to give you a personal tour if you fancy a trip north and can squeeze a bit more on the budget. If you call JB, he will give you my mobile & we can arrange.

 

[47GC]

 

[47GC]

That little sailing boats were really cool. Anyone know what they are called?

 

[antony s]

Is there water ingress into the pods due to seals leaking ?

 

[47GC]

Is there water ingress into the pods due to seals leaking ?

No sign of that from oil sample.

 

[roa312]

That little sailing boats were really cool. Anyone know what they are called?

Thanks for posting the pictures and congrats on the boat which looks very nice! The little sailing/foiling boat is a Waszp.

 

[47GC]

The little sailing/foiling boat is a Waszp.

Thanks.

 

[47GC]

So survey negotiations are all complete. Seller completing some remedial works, not quite as much as I had hoped but life is all about compromise and overall I’m happy with the final negotiation. We will complete end of February.

A list of works that I want done before we truck her to her new berth has been given to the broker to get priced up. List includes, new carpets, anchor/engine/aft deck cameras, engine monitoring upgrade, new blinds, new mirrors, gel repairs, teak deck renovation, extra power sockets, USB C outlets, engines/ genny/IPS/platform/sunroof/AC/eber full services, anti foul & new LED Aft Sign.

Also need to swap the salt water anodes to Magnesium for fresh water use. How does someone select these? Any recommendations on a good quality provider that can quote me based on the model of the boat?

 

[philipdawsonladds]

Try Anodes Direct - good prices and they have most stuff - you got a lot of stuff done by your seller - sounds more like improvements than remedial