Rest in Peace - A Sad, Sad Night

[peterb]

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[cSickNick]

Sorry Peter, that is a sad site

She will be back on top soon, keep the faith ....

- Nick

[peterb]

Well everyone, thanks for the great words of encouragement.

I had a suprise guest, over very own Finster, lead the TowBoat US team in terms of getting the the boat out of the water. They were great to deal with.

Here are some pictures.

These first several pictures are how the boat looked last night and early this morning before TowBoat US came.

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This next picture is when the boat rolled over for Finster and his team. They were just about to put the hand winches on when this happen.



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These next several pictures are of TowBoat US (Finster is guy with the red cap on) using winches and sump pumps to right the boat.

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As soon as they pumped the water out they towed it over to the local ramp. I then put the boat on my trailer and brought it to my ace marine mechanic. They started the pickling process.


My insurance company, Boat US, told me to get the engines pickled right away and to get a time and material estimate for restoring the boat to it's pre sunken condition.

I would greatly appreciate any one's experiences with this sort of thing. One of my big concerns is that they are able to get the engines and everything back running and opt not to do a "total". My fear of this is that the boat may work fine now, but may experience problems down the road.

Also, what kind of structural (deck, transon & hull) damage could have been done? My mechanic is a very good mechanic & electrical guy. He is not a fiberglass guy.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Peter

[Finster]

Peter, that really sucks, it would have been nice to meet for the first time under different circumstances (i.e. the Flying Cloud AC CSC gathering). If it makes you feel any better (and I'm sure it won't) I've seen much worse.

As far as BoatUS's hull insurance goes, they have a good reputation and we deal with these guy's all the time.

Good luck and let me know if you need anything.

Chris

[Christian]

watch for a soggy floor!
that seacraft will be up and running great in no time i am sure of it. if she is given the right care and help that boat will perform just like new

If you have any questions of what to look for glass wise your more then welcome to contact me

Christian

[TUGBOAT]

Man0Man ,What a Bad~Sad Sight! Many Vessels have gone down as Yours,And have come out of it OK. You've got it out Quick enough So all should be OK. Time for a wiring Job anyway! Just look at it This way The changes You've ever wanted may be done now & You have a Boat(SeaCraft) Thats worth Bringing Back!
Tug

[cSickNick]

Hey Peter,

Good to see you have a Seacraft fan Finster on you side.
Sounds like you have the engines/electrical stuff under control and remided me that there is a section in my owners manual for sumerged motor care.

Here is an article and i am sure others have links web page

As for structual not an expert but should be fine after a good dryout. No sure the best way, but think some tarp cover, open all hatches and get some air flowing.

Hope others can help, there has to be some other good articles on this unfortunate event .... Nick

[Snookerd]

Peter-I'm sorry to hear of your misfortune. She will rise again soon to crush the seas once more! Good luck getting all the immediate work going! I sunk my first boat (acually my brothers )when I was 10.

[wavelength]

Peter, Gail and I are sadened by your temp. loss but with prayers and help of people who deal with this often you and your pride and joy will survive.

Please keep us all informed when the cause is discovered so we can check our boats.

[PipeDreamsMarine]

Peter.. Sad sight my friend.. I hope you can get her back on the water soon.. If I can be of any help give me a call.