Steel Cruiser Aroma

I had a trip to St Olaves on the Southern Broads yesterday to Survey this steel cruiser. Built in Bristol in the 80's as a Work Boat, she was then converted to a Pleasure Cruiser and is now being used on the Broads.

You can see her old 'Work Boat' lines in this pic.

Now cruising the Broads

This was generally an Ultrasound Survey. Ultrasound Surveys are generally carried out to measure the hull plating thickness. Dozens of readings are taken around the boats hull to look for areas where the hull plating is thin. The Ultrasound Survey is not confined to hulls of steel boats, bulkheads, decks and structures can also be measured as well as Aluminium and GRP hulls and structures, contact me for your specific requirements.

A report is provided explaining the findings of the Ultrasound Survey. Within the report, problems found during the survey are listed and information is given on their importance and recommendations for repair.

Once the survey has been completed we guarantee to provide the report within 36Hrs. I will spend the time to answer any questions about the survey and am happy to give any advice.


To receive a quote for an Ultrasound Survey, fill in the online survey inquiry form on my website http://www.insightmarinesurveyors.co.uk/ or contact me directly with you requirements at steventruss1@aol.com 

First trip on 'Destiny'

Had a fantastic Bank Holiday on 'Destiny'. Shes loving her new surroundings after years on Loch Ness. She makes a fantastic home.... its not surprising why the Americans love the Grand Banks so much.

We will be lifting her out at Bells Marina for the next stage of her refit in two weeks time. Time to get the 'hammer and spike' out of the tool box! 

Shadow 33

Today's assignment was at Norfolk Yacht Agency in Brundall carrying out a Pre-purchase Survey on this locally built boat the Shadow 33. Shadow Boatbuilders of Swancraft are located just next door from where we were lifting her out. She is quite rare, I think I have only ever surveyed one other. Surprisingly, NYA have two on their Brokerage for sale at the moment. She is perfect for a family/couple to cruise the inland waterways.

The specially designed hull offers good low speed manoeuvrability, with the propeller and rudder protected by a skeg. 

Surveyors comments: Undoubtedly Shadow Boatbuilders employed some good craftsmen in 1995. She was well designed and extremely well constructed.

Thinking of Buying a Boat and Need Help? I specialise in Boats of all types, and I will assist you to make an informed decision. Contact me for a detailed and comprehensive report at:  steventruss1@aol.com

Broom 30

I had the day at a good friend of mines Surveying this Classic Broom 30 yesterday. Built in 1968 by CJ Brooms & Sons. Fiberglass bottom with a wooden superstructure. Twin Perkins diesels... a very rare boat which is up for sale. Shes been totally refitted, in a traditional style, and kept very original. Anyone fancy owning her drop me a line to steventruss1@aol.com

The most idyllic place... dreamland! 

Anyone recognise the beautiful house? 

For Sale! 

T

Thinking of Buying a Boat and Need Help? I specialise in Boats of all types, and I will assist you to make an informed decision. Contact me for a detailed and comprehensive report at:  steventruss1@aol.com 

Grand Banks 42 Classic Refit - Brightwork

Its been a long hard slog, but the superstructure of my boat is almost complete now. Ive still got the floor of the top deck to paint, and a few more hand rails to go on, but Im really pleased with the paint finish, a Toplac from International in an Ivory, it blends in nicely with all the new Teak trims.

There were 10 coats of paint on the front coachroof, luckily the surface flattened back well for the new International. I replaced the 10mm Perspex on the escape hatch for 'clear' so you can see the stars! 

Tons of new Burmese Teak from Tim Collin

Parki Teak floors throughout all cabins. 

Dust, and more dust..

Six coats of varnish on the steps with new tread covers. Mast and rigging all completely refurbished. 

New deck quadrants in Burmese Teak, handrails all refurbished with 6 coast of  Ravilakk. Shore power cover refurbished. 

New cleats for the Derek. 

Re-varnished and painted the nav light boxes. New downlights for the deck

Repainted the whole upper deck, sanded back and teak oiled all trims and varnished the wheel. 

Just the deck paint to go... thinking light grey with margins...seat boxes totally refurbished... lots of rot removed - cushions refurbished and cleaned! 

Some good before and after shots...