Broom 36

It was another Survey day at Brooms today. Its been a busy month in Brundall, probably my busiest ever! If you're in the market to buy a boat and you have the means, now may be the absolute best time to get a deal – possibly the best buyer's market in a generation. With sales knocked flat by the economy and many dealers flush with inventory that is expensive to maintain, serious buyers can expect both a substantial price break and a handful of perks if they are willing to put their money down.

The Broom 36 was part of the fast offshore range with a planing hull but without a keel, making it a fast boat for offshore passages but less suitable for inland cruising.

The interior layout makes the most of the limited space with an offset double berth in the aft cabin as well as separate shower and WC cabins. The deck saloon has to double up as the dining area, with steps down to the galley, forward heads and guest V-berth.

Most boats were fitted with twin Volvo's, typically 220HP. This boat had my prefered option the Perkins Sabre M255TI 225HP.

Surveyors comments:

The grease cups for the rudder tubes should be tightened down a couple of turns before each long trip, and the stuffing boxes checked every 100 hrs running. The rudder gland packing is 5/16” x 5/16” Sq. The grease cups for the rudders on nearly all the Broom models are situated below the aft berth. Keep grease cups full of light machine grease.

The propeller shaft glands should be checked every two weeks for leaks. These are situated aft along the propeller shaft behind the drive couplings. These glands are adjustable to stop water coming in, to adjust the glands turn the thin lock nut about 2 turns, then turn the large nut onto the thin nut, then lock it off. The glands should never be over tightened but should be tight enough so as to allow a drip of water to issue from the glands every 60 seconds approximately. If the glands are adjusted to tight this will cause heat and is liable to damage the gland packing.
 

Broom 10/70 Motor Yacht

Todays job was at Brooms Boats in Brundall Surveying this Broom 10/70. This is the second time I have inspected this boat, the last time was over four years ago....

The successor to the Broom European and similarly intended for the continental market, the 10/70 had a solid keel which kept it in a straight line even at a crawling pace, making it ideal for the inland waterways.

Inside the layout is similar to the European, with the galley forward to starboard. The sliding doors from the saloon to the side decks have been deleted allowing for a U-shaped sofa. In the master cabin the twin berths were replaced by a centreline double.

Most boats were fitted with twin Volvo's, ranging from 105HP to 220HP, although a typical configuration was twin Volvo TMD41A (150HP each). Offshore, boat trim was improved by fixed or adjustable trim tabs.


Surveyors comments:

I find the 10/70 to be everything Ive come to expect from a Broom. Well built, well thought out, and an excellent finish, and attractive in a restrained way. Designed for trouble free boating, it does not allow its sensible approach to be compromised by the whims of fashion. It is not the fastest 35 you can buy, nor does it ram in a greater number of berths, but you will be hard put to fault it, and its low air draught means that you will be able to visit the parts that other boats cannot reach…

Hampton Safari Mk II

Today’s assignment was at Anne Whelptons Yard at Upton Dyke near Acle, Norfolk, carrying out a Pre-purchase Survey on this little Hampton Safari River Cruiser.

In the 1960's, Alec Hampton's boat hire business 'Hampton Boats' at Oulton Broad consisted of a fleet of traditional mahogany cruisers. Alec then designed the mark one Hampton Safari for production in fibreglass. The length was increased from 22' 6" to 25'6" and the beam from 8' 6" to 9' 6". A plug was made from marine plywood, which was then used to form the female hull moulding. The boats were moulded firstly by Rydgeway Marine of Kessingland, and then by Bob Smith of Lowestoft.

Although a total of 256 Hampton Safaris were produced from 1969 to 1982, most were supplied to other hire-boat yards as bare mouldings for their staff to complete. During the peak years, Hampton Boats ran 14 Safari 25's in it's fleet, but this reduced to just two in the final season of 2002. Sadly, the yard has now ceased trading, and will surely be missed by the large regular clientele, some of which have been regulars for nearly 30 years.(Hamptons themselves only built one Safari for private use, in 1971 called 'Blue Tit' for John Jarrold, who was then the Mayor of Norwich.)

 

This is the Mark II version with sliding wheelhouse/lounge. They are somewhat difficult to distinguish because individual boatyards completed the Hampton mouldings to their own spec. Mark 1's (usually) didn't have the integral molding for the gas bottle stowage under the afterdeck, or the moulded in mudweight holder on the foredeck. The control panel moulding was different and the keel was smaller

Surveyors comments:

Check for window leaks on older models. To stop windows leaking you may have use a non-hardening caulking so that the caulking can move with the expansion. To deal with this problem, you may have to remove the frames, rebed them and refasten them less tightly than they were previously installed.

Some osmosis blistering will be common... but not usually structural. Its good practice to take the vessel out of the water over the winter period and store her in the dry, out of thus reduce the possibility of further osmotically induced gel coat blistering.

On older models, check all floor bearers and lower bulkheads for timber deterioration.......

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Sealine S28

Had a trip out to Brundall today on the South Broads. The Sealine S28 is another example of Sealine's wonderful use of space relative to the overall length. This model manages a very large cockpit and interior with all the luxuries normally associated with much bigger boatsThe accommodation on the S28 is second to none for its class. She offers a large galley area incorporating a fridge freezer and full washing up facilities! The forward area of the saloon features a large u shaped seating area that in the evenings creates a large double berth. The aft cabin again features a large double berth. Located between the two sleeping areas is the toilet and shower area. This features a full toilet and hot and cold shower…..

 

Surveyors comment:

After Inspecting dozens of these boats over the years they tend to go through Survey very well. This model was a 1998, this was the year when the RCD was brought in, so its important to check all the boats paperwork with the Yacht Broker prior to purchase.

What is the RCD

The Recreational Craft Directive (RCD) is a trade directive that became law on the 16th June 1996. A two-year introductory period was allowed for and therefore new craft placed on the market after the 16th June 1998 have to comply with the mandatory requirements of the Directive.

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· To inspect the craft for Essential Safety Requirements (ESR's) and Boat Safety Scheme standards.
· Issue Boat Safety Certificate.
· Supply Declaration (Certificate) of Conformity.
· Advise on Hull Identification Number (HIN) compilation and location.
· HIN registration with RYA or BMF where applicable.
· CE plate supplied and advised marking.
· Consultation and conformity assessment during fitout.
· Compilation of Boat Manual (excluding technical drawings & diagrams).
· Compilation of Technical Construction File (TCF)

Autumn Passage Regatta

Had another fantastic Regatta at Hickling Broad with lots of old friends and lots of old boats...

Charlie and Churchie

Chic... lovely Edwardian Half Decker

Me at the Helm!

Perfect evening.....

Getting ready for the 2 hour race down to Potter...

Ross in one of his many hats!

On our way back....