Pre-1972 Hull Identification Numbers

michaelgon · #1 10-05-2009, 09:16 AM

Hello Everybody! My name is Mike and I'm a new member to the site. I currently own a 1997 16' HOOG and am on the hunt to replace it with a Classic Sea Craft. I am currently looking at a boat that has been freshly restored. It is titled as a 1968 hull and has a closed transom. The owner states that the boat originally had an inboard/outboard making the closed transom original. Is this possible? Also, the title has a 6 digit Hull Identification Number on it...is this something that was issued by the state or is there some way to verify the originality of the HIN and the originality of the Hull. Any information would be great! I'm trying to become as educated as I can to avoid getting involved with a Pandora's box.

By the way, how does one add pictures to a posting? I'd like to post some photos of the boat.

Thanks!

Bushwacker · #2 10-05-2009, 10:58 AM

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By the way, how does one add pictures to a posting? I'd like to post some photos of the boat.
Thanks!

Welcome to the site. If it's really a '68 boat, it would be a late Moesly boat (check out Moesly SeaCraft web site for more info), one of the best built of all SeaCrafts IMHO. The USCG did not require a HIN back then, but it may have a Hull serial number on it somewhere, either on a metal plate or a metallic foil sticker. What model is it? If it's a Moesly boat, Carla (alias 65 Bowrider) might have a better idea of where to look for it.

Capt. Chuck, we're getting a lot of questions on posting photos lately - could you somehow ressurect and lock that thread you had telling folks how to post pics? Maybe put it at top of photos section. Denny

seafari25 · #3 10-05-2009, 02:41 PM

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Capt. Chuck, we're getting a lot of questions on posting photos lately - could you somehow ressurect and lock that thread you had telling folks how to post pics? Maybe put it at top of photos section. Denny

Hi Denny,

I'm pretty sure Capt. Chucks thread is still there at the top of "Seacraft Photos" entitled "How to post your picture". Just reading it again...I do believe I owe Capt. Chuck a beer

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Welcome to CSC Mike!

michaelgon · #4 10-05-2009, 09:42 PM

Thanks so much for the warm welcome and information. I will keep you guys posted of what information I might be able to turn up. The good news is that I'm soon to be a Classic Sea Craft Owner!

Islandtrader · #5 10-06-2009, 09:25 AM

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The owner states that the boat originally had an inboard/outboard making the closed transom original.

You never know until we see pictures...it might be another 21'

michaelgon · #6 10-27-2009, 02:52 PM

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3rdday · #7 10-27-2009, 11:01 PM

Almost certainly, a Moesly Designed Hull. It looks like it may be a cut(freeboard) down 21. I see the nice tumble home, Transom Cap, the hull bottom is the big identifier, no reverses, flats, no strakes,and deep forefoot. Can't quite make out the depth of the longitudinal steps. I have spent hours Marveling at the 21 hull bottom. I am sure this is a Moesly. Not sure about it being a 21, I don't see the depth on the steps and the large flat spot on the keel at the transom.

Islandtrader · #8 10-28-2009, 09:47 AM

Looking real close at the picture it is a 19' Bow Rider that has been converted. For sure the side storage compartments and the tow rail on the bow are the give a way.

The real test is to pull a tape...from the tip of the bow to the end of the transom. A 21 is EXACTLY 21.

Looks real sharp regardless.

DonV · #9 10-28-2009, 10:18 AM

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Just reading it again...I do believe I owe Capt. Chuck a beer

Rest assured.....if you do, Capt. Chuck won't forget!!!!

Capt Chuck · #10 10-28-2009, 10:32 AM

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