Decipher a hull id..

GTSR · #1 01-03-2007, 04:23 PM

Does a hull ID break down into meaningful info, such as model year?

I am looking into a Seacraft that claims to have been "redone". It measures 20 ft(19'8''). It is 25 inches from the transom lip to the bottom of the hull(dead center). Is this the "normal height"? The drain holes are approx 16 inches from the bottom of the V. The transom has a well, most of the seacrafts I have seen do not have a splash well. Does this narrow down the model year? Is there a source to look at to see the original layout and floor pattern to see if the floor has been replaced/raised?

This is my first post and thank you in advance for your help.

Bryan A. · #2 01-03-2007, 05:44 PM

There is a post somwhere on hull ID #'s, try the search function and you will be able to answer all your questions. They have been covered before. If it is a 70's Potter and has a 25" transom it probably has been redone.

Look here also
http://www.classicseacraft.com/20.htm

And ....... Welcome Aboard!!!

Bryan A. · #3 01-03-2007, 05:46 PM

Post pictures too, we like that.

GTSR · #4 01-03-2007, 06:05 PM

Bryan, thanks.The hull looks just like Hammers from the gallery(I just stumbled across the gallery.) I also found the post where the firt 3 letters of the hull ID areexplained- this one is SEC(wehich would mean a "true" Potter.

The transom is identical from what I can see to Hammers updated transom.I dont have pics yet, I just went and took measurements.

thanks so far and I'll keep on it.