Any advice on purchasing 55' Californian CYM
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sea-story
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Any advice on purchasing 55' Californian CYM
I am in the process of buying a 1989 Californian 55 CMY with Detroit 6-92's in the NW. The survey is this Friday. Anything in particular to pay attention to on those boats? Thanks.
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SplashyLady
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Re: Any advice on purchasing 55' Californian CYM
The 6-92 is no longer made, but parts are available. The 6-92 was sold primarily as a bus/truck engine and DDA sold a lot of them. You will need to check maintenance records for frequent oil changes, especially if it is the T or TA (turbocharged) version, as heat and oil quality matter more with these engines than the non-turbo engines.
Always check the most recent survey! If there is not one available, it's time.
Always check the most recent survey! If there is not one available, it's time.
Captain John
Past Commodore, Peninsula Yacht Club
Lake Norman, NC
Carver 3227 - "Splashy Lady"
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Past Commodore, Peninsula Yacht Club
Lake Norman, NC
Carver 3227 - "Splashy Lady"
Aquasport 222CCP - "Gone Fission"
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Tireless
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Re: Any advice on purchasing 55' Californian CYM
A good friend of mine has a pair of Detroits in his 44 Ocean and he swears buy them. It would be hard to get to buy a boat without them. He is on top of all the maintenance all the time. Not sure of the model #.
That is a beautiful boat. As with most older Carvers, watch for moisture intrusion on the front deck behind the pulpit. That is a core deck and it can wick back on you, but I am sure the surveyor will have that covered as they know the issues with most boats.
Good luck with your purchase.
Greg
That is a beautiful boat. As with most older Carvers, watch for moisture intrusion on the front deck behind the pulpit. That is a core deck and it can wick back on you, but I am sure the surveyor will have that covered as they know the issues with most boats.
Good luck with your purchase.
Greg
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