Client:
Removed for privacy
Date of report: September 15th 2009
Our file #: Removed for privacy
Location: Removed for privacy
Date of inspection: September 9th 2009
VESSEL
DESCRIPTION
Builder:
Ta Chiao
Model/type: CT 54
Year: 1979
Length: 53’ 7” *
Draft: 6’ 6” *
Beam: 15’ 1” *
Doc. #: Removed for privacy
Name: Removed for privacy
HIN: Not on hull
Engine/MFG: Ford Lehman
H.P. per: 120
Serial numbers: Removed for privacy
Type of instal. : Diesel, 6-cylinders, freshwater cooled, inboard
Generator: Panda 8 KW
* BUC Used Guide Book Hailing Port: Removed for privacy
HULL & STRUCTURE
The
vessel was inspected while afloat. Hull construction material
is molded fiberglass. Deck and above deck structures are constructed
of molded fiberglass. Coring is unknown. Bulkheads are constructed
of plywood. Overall condition of the hull structure appears
satisfactory with no fractures or delamination of fiberglass
tabbings sighted. The vessel’s weight is 57,000 lbs. *.
Exterior rails and hardware appear satisfactory. Masts, mast
steps, standing rigging and chain plates, where visible, appear
satisfactory. Lower standing rigging has been replaced and the
client reportedly has order the mechanical fittings for replacement
of the remaining standing rigging. He intends to have all standing
rigging replaced prior to cruising. Cosmetic condition of vessel
appears satisfactory externally and satisfactory internally.
Vessel’s external colors are white with green stripes.
Below waterline through hull fittings appear satisfactory with
no significant corrosion but the unused through hull to starboard
of the rudder is not capped. The vessel is equipped with one
manual and two electric/automatic bilge pumps that appear satisfactory
but the automatic switches were not tested. The bilge is holding
minimal standing water. The ventilation system consists of natural
ventilation and appears satisfactory. General housekeeping appears
satisfactory.
Summary:
Satisfactory
MACHINE SYSTEMS
Engine
external surfaces appear satisfactory and exhibit no significant
corrosion. Engine hour meter exhibits 1236 hours. Motor mounts
appear satisfactory. Cooling system appears satisfactory. Fuel
system and components appear satisfactory. Exhaust system and
components appear satisfactory but hose clamps are corroded
at the water lift. Electrical system and components appear good.
Engine control system appears good and shaft log appears satisfactory
– good. Steering control system appears good and rudder
port appears satisfactory but the rudder packing is weeping.
Propulsion components were not inspected externally. Generator
surfaces and motor mounts appear good. Generator’s peripheral
components and systems appear good except the raw water pump
exhibits signs of leaking and the exhaust mixing elbow is corroded.
Waste system and components appear satisfactory. General service
seawater systems appear satisfactory.
Summary:
Satisfactory
FUEL
SYSTEM
There
is 330 gallon capacity in three stainless steel tanks located
outboard of engine. Fuel tank surfaces, where visible, appear
satisfactory and the securing mechanism appears good. The fuel
fill, vent, feed and return lines and components appear satisfactory
– good. Fuel shutoff valves are located to starboard in
the engine compartment and appear good.
Summary:
Satisfactory – Good
ELECTRICAL
SYSTEMS
The
AC shore cord, inlet and connections were not separated for
inspection. The AC wiring and outlets appear good and are equipped
with G.F.C. I. The AC main feeds are protected with circuit
breakers. Battery arrangement appears good. Batteries are equipped
with a disconnect switch. DC wiring appears good. Circuit protection
for the AC and DC branch system appears good – excellent.
Wire terminations and connections appear good. Wire organization
and arrangement appears satisfactory.
Summary:
Good
SAFETY
AND LIFE SAVING
Vessel
has four portable fire extinguishers with current and two with
expired certification. Vessel has one fixed fire suppression
system with expired certification. The safety components include:
fifteen PFDs and two throwable PFDs; distress flares with current
certification; one life raft with expired certification; suitable
first aid kit; four anchors with chain rode and appears good.
Navigational and anchor lights appear good. Other safety equipment
includes: 406 EPIRB, handheld spotlight, tapered bungs, jacklines,
safety harnesses, Bosn’s seat, rigging cutters, storm
sail, sea anchor, propane vapor alarm, bilge pump cycle counter,
MOB pole and dive tanks
Summary:
Good
LP
GAS SYSTEMS
Vessel
is equipped with LP gas that fuels the range. Tank’s external
appearance is good and they are properly secured. Ventilation
appears good. Tank valves were opened and an odor was not noticed.
Feed line is equipped with a reducing regulator, a pressure
gauge and an electric shutoff solenoid and feed lines appear
satisfactory.
Summary:
Satisfactory – Good
DOCKING
The
vessel was inspected at its normal slip location. Line condition
and arrangement appears satisfactory. Boarding hazards appear
insignificant. All entry points are reportedly kept locked.
Other security consists of marina personnel.
Summary:
Satisfactory
ELECTRONICS,
TENDER(S), ACCESSORIES
Accessories
include: Husky portable air compressor, Dewalt table saw, 17
GPD water maker, Chelsea bronze clock and barometer, Jensen
MDC-9645W stereo, Jensen CH600U CD changer, Wema tank monitor,
Heart Freedom inverter/charger monitor, Oregon Scientific weather
station, AC/DC voltmeters, Princess 3-burner range/oven, Sharp
Carousel microwave, top load refrigerator/freezer, double basin
stainless steel sink, Heart Freedom inverter, Caribe tender
HIN EMD12070F999, Honda 25-hp outboard 3000413, canvas sail
covers, spinnaker pole, ten Spinlock sheet clutches, Hobie Trimaran
kayak, four dorade vents, five teak framed deck hatches, Lofrans
electric windlass, teak bow pulpit, Harken roller furling jib,
Barlow winches: three # 28, one # 26, one # 616, one Andersen
# 48, one Norco 30 and one Maxwell # 20, stainless steel rail
mount BBQ, stainless steel framed bimini, wind generator, 75
watt solar panel, rigid boom vans, hardtop dodger, three wooden
deck boxes, stainless steel davit with electric winches, Robertson
AP300X autopilot, Autohelm Tridata, Autohelm wind point/speed,
Weema rudder position indicator, Raytheon NAV 398 GPS/Loran,
Ritchie Powerdamp compass, Garmin 3210 GPS/radar, Uniden UM625C
VHF, Kenwood TS-50 HF radio, A.P.C. energy monitor
SUMMARY
The
vessel is a fiberglass production ketch rigged blue water cruiser
equipped with an auxiliary power diesel engine. The client reportedly
purchased the vessel ten years ago and has upgrades including;
davit system, tender and outboard, removed teak decks and fiberglassed/non
skidded surfaces, rebuilt engine, replaced generator, new refrigeration
system, stove, re-built distribution panel, built a hard dodger,
BBQ, solid boom vang and built deck storage boxes. The client
reportedly has had no claims. The client is knowledgeable of
all vessel systems and does have a good inventory of various
spare parts. The vessel is structurally sound and suitable for
its intended purpose as a pleasure cruising vessel.
Overall
Summary: Satisfactory – Good
VALUES
ACTUAL
CASH VALUE - $170,000
NEW REPLACEMENT VALUE - $850,000
INVESTMENT - $250,000
The actual cash value is the value that our research approximates
the selling price of this vessel should be, at the time and
place of our inspection. The actual cash value is best determined
by a thorough market search to determine what vessels are available
on the market, followed by negotiations between the interested
parties. Consideration is given to vessel’s condition,
geographic location, published listings and guides, comparable
sales and listings, and market conditions. The new replacement
value is the cost of this or a similar, new vessel, comparably
equipped. The investment is the reported investment including
purchase price and significant upgrades. No values include maintenance
costs, storage or tax.
C
& V Form Key: All systems are rated based upon their appearance,
ratings include: Not examined, Not applicable, Faulty, Marginal,
Satisfactory, Good, Excellent.
RECOMMENDATIONS
1.
Mechanically cap the unused through hull adjacent to the rudder
port.
2. Service to eliminate weeping water from the rudder seal.
3. Replace corroded hose clamps on the engine exhaust at the
water lift muffler.
4. Service to eliminate leaking of the generator’s raw
water pump.
5. Replace the generator’s exhaust mixing elbow due to
corrosion.
6. Separate the shore power cord from the vessel and shore connections,
inspect for corrosion/heat damage and service if/as required.
7. Certify the automatic fire extinguisher per N.F.P.A. recommendations.
NOTES
1.
The life raft and E.P.I.R.B. are expired. Client intends having
them re-certified prior to departure.
This survey sets forth the condition of the vessel and components,
as specifically stated only, at the time of inspection and represents
the surveyor’s honest and unbiased opinion. The submitting
of this report should not be construed as a warranty or guaranty
of the condition of the vessel, nor does it create any liability
on the part of Christian & Company or the individual surveyor.
No part of the vessel was disassembled or removed and no assumptions
should be made as to the condition of concealed components.
Specifics were obtained from sources available at the time of
inspection and are believed correct, but are not guaranteed
to be accurate. This inspection was performed for the expressed
purpose of obtaining insurance, and should provide the information
necessary for underwriting purposes, if any additional information
is required, please contact the undersigned. This survey report
is not intended for use as a “buyer’s survey”.
Christian & Company, Marine Surveyors, Inc.
________________________________
September 15th, 2009
By: Mr. George Jarvie, Surveyor Date
S.A.M.S. – A.M.S. # 941
