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When selecting a surveyor for a Trawler, Sport fish, Express, or any other type of Motor Yacht the client should keep in mind that over 50% of the value of the vessel is in the propulsion system. This being the case we at Calahan & Co. always recommends that our clients employee the services of a Marine Engine Surveyor. If needed we can supply you with a list of qualified Engine Surveyor. If a Marine engine surveyor is not used we will provide you with an opinion of mechanical condition based on performance, radar temperatures readings, photo tachometer reading, and oil sample lab results. How long will the survey take? Vessels up to 65’ LOA can usually be completed in a day by one surveyor. Vessel in the Mega Yacht range will take additional time and or additional surveyor. Cost. Mega Yacht surveys are charge by man hours required to perform the survey, along with the expense of required testing. Vessels under Mega Yacht size are normally charged a by the foot fee and charges for oil sampling and travel. The rates are quoted upon request. Scope Of Survey The vessel will receive moisture meter testing of exterior fiberglass & wood, freeboards, decks, cabin tops and superstructure. The hull bottom (wetted surface area) will receive percussion testing if a haul out inspection is part of the survey. The interior hull (bilge areas) and hull stiffeners will receive visual, moisture meter and percussion testing. The through hulls, fittings & hoses will be inspected. The exterior metal of the running gear and through hulls will be inspected for corrosion if a haul out inspection is part of the survey. All operational systems will be tested unless otherwise stated in the report. The engines will be put through a general performance test if a sea trial is part of the survey and the meter reading noted. General maneuvering test will be performed if a sea trial is part of the survey. The ship papers will be inspected. The entire vessel will receive inspection for compliance with mandatory standards promulgated by the United States Coast Guard under 46 & 33 CFR, and voluntary standards published by American Boat & Yacht Council and National Fire Protection Association. The surveyor will determine if the vessel is suitable for its intended service (designed use) and if the vessel is suitable for the clients intended use. Engine oil and marine gear oil will be sampled and sent for analyses if requested by the client. Engine compression test can be performed on a case-by-case basis.
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