Hi!
I just purchased a 1982 Hunter H22 swing-keel, and I'm reading through the owner's manual and lots of other documentation I got from it. I also found this forum, and figured you guys would be a great resource as well.
My question:
Since it's a fairly old sailboat, I checked everything I knew how to check prior to purchase: There's no weak spots in the hull, the outboard runs and needs a small tuneup, the sails are all solid, all of the rigging is solid and is not corroded (newly replaced), there is fresh caulk around the portholes and the companionway, the swing keel is a smooth operation, and the boat rides high in the water with the bilge pumps rarely needing to run.
What else should I be checking for on a boat this old? What are some common missteps I should avoid (aside from the entire "never own a hole in the water you throw money into" thing).
Thanks!
I just purchased a 1982 Hunter H22 swing-keel, and I'm reading through the owner's manual and lots of other documentation I got from it. I also found this forum, and figured you guys would be a great resource as well.
My question:
Since it's a fairly old sailboat, I checked everything I knew how to check prior to purchase: There's no weak spots in the hull, the outboard runs and needs a small tuneup, the sails are all solid, all of the rigging is solid and is not corroded (newly replaced), there is fresh caulk around the portholes and the companionway, the swing keel is a smooth operation, and the boat rides high in the water with the bilge pumps rarely needing to run.
What else should I be checking for on a boat this old? What are some common missteps I should avoid (aside from the entire "never own a hole in the water you throw money into" thing).
Thanks!