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Have you read the owner reviews?
In the reviews, a couple people mentioned having failures with the rudder pintles/gudgeons on the transom hung rudder. Other than that, the 272 is constructed in a conventional manner so one of the numerous guides on evaluating a used boat should be applicable. Check for water intrusion and rot in the bulkheads and deck near the chainplates, soft spots in the deck and since the 272 has a bolted-on keel, check the condition of the bolts, nuts and washers in the bilge and ensure that he joint between the hull and the keel is secure. The hull should be inspected as to the number and size of blisters. The boat will need to be hauled for a complete survey to be done. If you are serious about the boat, I think it's worth hiring a professional surveyor.
In the reviews, a couple people mentioned having failures with the rudder pintles/gudgeons on the transom hung rudder. Other than that, the 272 is constructed in a conventional manner so one of the numerous guides on evaluating a used boat should be applicable. Check for water intrusion and rot in the bulkheads and deck near the chainplates, soft spots in the deck and since the 272 has a bolted-on keel, check the condition of the bolts, nuts and washers in the bilge and ensure that he joint between the hull and the keel is secure. The hull should be inspected as to the number and size of blisters. The boat will need to be hauled for a complete survey to be done. If you are serious about the boat, I think it's worth hiring a professional surveyor.
My experience after two years with an '86 272
BB, I have a 1986 model 272. It was sold to me as an "LE" abut in fact is a 272 that had an aftermarket wheel added at some point. I have the Westerbeke 10HP diesel option, and after 2 years, no serious complaints. I would echo Dave's mention of the pintles and gudgeons. I've experienced quite a bit of wear in these fittings, so that there is a regular "thump - thump" when the boat is in any kind of waves or moving water. Too much slop has worn the grooves in the pintles and elongated the holes in the gudgeons. I have been looking for a bushing to slip into hole after I drill it slightly oversize to fix this issue. I've added a holding tank to my boat and replumbed the head. My previous owner had a porta-pottie, but my understanding is that the boat originally had a bladder type holding tank. Overall, I've been thrilled iwth the boat, and used it when I first got it in Spring, 2004 for a six week solo (mostly) cruise on the Chesapeake. I keep thinking about selling it, but reconsidering, as I love the boat and feel I found a real sweet, managable boat, perfect for Chesapeake Bay gunkholing (2' 11" draft). I just launched mine after repainting the bottom, and there were no blisters at all. Hull in very sound condition. Minor leaks around the forward hatch as well as the insrument cluster in the cockpit are the only items on my immediate "to do" list. Good luck!
BB, I have a 1986 model 272. It was sold to me as an "LE" abut in fact is a 272 that had an aftermarket wheel added at some point. I have the Westerbeke 10HP diesel option, and after 2 years, no serious complaints. I would echo Dave's mention of the pintles and gudgeons. I've experienced quite a bit of wear in these fittings, so that there is a regular "thump - thump" when the boat is in any kind of waves or moving water. Too much slop has worn the grooves in the pintles and elongated the holes in the gudgeons. I have been looking for a bushing to slip into hole after I drill it slightly oversize to fix this issue. I've added a holding tank to my boat and replumbed the head. My previous owner had a porta-pottie, but my understanding is that the boat originally had a bladder type holding tank. Overall, I've been thrilled iwth the boat, and used it when I first got it in Spring, 2004 for a six week solo (mostly) cruise on the Chesapeake. I keep thinking about selling it, but reconsidering, as I love the boat and feel I found a real sweet, managable boat, perfect for Chesapeake Bay gunkholing (2' 11" draft). I just launched mine after repainting the bottom, and there were no blisters at all. Hull in very sound condition. Minor leaks around the forward hatch as well as the insrument cluster in the cockpit are the only items on my immediate "to do" list. Good luck!
Thanks for the response!
Thanks for the information. Hey and if you do decide to sell, im interested!
Thanks for the information. Hey and if you do decide to sell, im interested!
BB, Are You Looking for a 272
BB, If you are looking for a 272 for sale in the Chesapeake Bay area, I have mine listed on this site in the Classified Ads under Boats for Sale. It is the only boat listed from MD. Take a look at the ad if you have an interest. We are launching this weekend and I would love to find a good home for "Avanti". I don't think you would be disappointed with this 272 if you have your heart set on one. Frank
BB, If you are looking for a 272 for sale in the Chesapeake Bay area, I have mine listed on this site in the Classified Ads under Boats for Sale. It is the only boat listed from MD. Take a look at the ad if you have an interest. We are launching this weekend and I would love to find a good home for "Avanti". I don't think you would be disappointed with this 272 if you have your heart set on one. Frank
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