J 120 Sample
J 120 Sample
J 120 Sample
1998 J 120
Sample
Of The Vessel
Sample
1998 J 120
Conducted by
Captain Stan Walker, AMS
Sample
I. INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1. .
II. GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.
III. SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6. .
HULL DECK AND SUPERSTRUCTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
CABIN APPOINTMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8.
PROPULSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 ...
FUEL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ...
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 ..
FRESH WATER SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ..
SANITATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 ...
STEERING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 ...
GROUND TACKLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 ...
ELECTRONICS AND NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
THRU-HULLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 ...
BONDING SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 ...
SAFETY EQUIPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 ...
OUT OF WATER INSPECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 ..
LIQUIFIED PETROLEUM GAS SYSTEM (LPG) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
SEATRIAL REPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 ...
ENGINE SURVEY SUMMARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 ..
STANDING RIGGING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 ...
RUNNING RIGGING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 ...
SAILS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
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IV. FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
V. SUMMARY AND VALUATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 .
VI. PHOTOGRAPHS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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SCOPE OF SURVEY
Acting at the request of Sample, the attending surveyor did attend onboard the 1998 J 120, Sample on
the May 20, 2015 from 0750 to 1230 where an "out-of-water" and an "in-water" surveywas conducted at .
The survey included the underwater machinery, the exterior of the hull including the wetted surface area,
the topsides, and the interior. The reason for the survey, was to ascertain the physical condition and
value of the vessel. Current years' ship's papers were not on board at the time of the survey, USCG
Documentation Pending. The Hull Identification Number (HIN) was verified from the transom. Percussion
soundings and moisture readings were taken approximately every eighteen inches covering the hull and
deck. Moisture readings were taken with the Tramex Skipper Plus Moisture Meter and the moisture
meter was re-calibrated the day of the survey. DC power was used to check operation of the electrical
systems specified in this report on a power-up only basis. No reference or information should be
construed to indicate evaluation of the internal condition of the engines or the propulsion system's
operating capacity.
This vessel was surveyed utilizing non-destructive methods without removals of any parts, including
fittings, tacked carpet, screwed or nailed boards, anchors and chain, fixed partitions, instruments,
clothing, spare parts and miscellaneous materials in the bilges and lockers, or other fixed or semi-fixed
items. Locked compartments or otherwise inaccessible areas would also preclude inspection.
Purchaser is advised to open up all such areas for further inspection. Further, no determination of
stability characteristics or inherent structural integrity has been made and no opinion is expressed with
respect thereto. This survey report represents the condition of the vessel on the above dates, and is the
unbiased opinion of the undersigned, but it is not to be considered an inventory or a warranty either
specified or implied.
NOTE: It is noted and understood that the diesel engine is to be surveyed by a qualified technician from
Gaines Marina to determine the condition of the engine, gears and pumps, heat exchangers, coolers,
etc.
CONDUCT OF SURVEY:
The use of the word ''appears'' is intended to indicate that a close or complete inspection was not
possible or it was not deemed appropriate at the time of this survey. The deficiencies reported herein
reflect the conditions observed at the time the survey was conducted.
Use of asterisks * in the body of the report will indicate that a finding will be listed in the Findings and
Recommendations section pertaining to the asterisked item, following the body of the report.
VESSEL DESCRIPTION
J/Boats was started by Rod Johnstone and his brother Bob Johnstone with a speedy 24 foot sailboat.
Eventually Everett Pearson, a highly respected boat builder of Warren Rhode Island, along with his
brother Bob became intrigued with this design and they joined forces. Thus with Rod contributing the
designs they expanded their selection of sailboats which eventually included a 40 footer called the J 120.
The J 120 is a racer/cruiser sailboat with more emphasis on racer then with the accumulation of
amenities for a cruiser. With its relatively narrow beam with its width starting well forward towards the
bow it moves quite well on a beam or downwind reach, while giving up very little on a tight windward
point. The J 120 has a thin 7 foot fin keel with a bulb and a balanced spade rudder along with moderate
sheer.
On deck, there are wide side decks along providing plenty of room, hand holds, and footholds and plenty
of room forward for when it is necessary to work on deck. This will be rare as this boat is set up to
accommodate shorthanded sailing with almost all the lines leading to the cockpit. The cockpit is
reasonably spacious with a 40 inch Edson wheel that allows the helmsman to maneuver outboard. There
are dual lazarettes with one being a designated LPG locker. The port locker is deep but has walk-in
access through a door aft of the galley.
Starting forward below is a reasonably large v-berth cabin with a privacy door along with a private
entrance to the shared head. Moving aft on the starboard side is the head and shower liner. Further aft is
the main saloon with two settees and a dining table. Further aft on the port side is the reasonably sized
galley that has stainless steel sink with pressurized water, stove and oven, and a microwave. Opposite
the galley on the starboard side is a well sized nav station where all the electrical panels are located.
Moving further aft on the starboard side underneath the cockpit seats is the aft cabin. The engine is
located amidships with access provided from either side as well as by removal of the companionway
stairs.
GENERAL INFORMATION
FILE NUMBER: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20150520
..
SURVEY PREPARED FOR: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sample
.
DC POWER: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
. . volt.
FRESH WATER CAPACITY: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
. gallons
HOLDING TANK: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
. . gallon.
INTENDED USE/BUYER: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Recreational.
.
BUYER'S EXPERIENCE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Owned
. previous boats.
INTENDED CRUISING AREA: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Near
. coastal Maine.
INTENDED USE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Recreational,
.. Inshore Cruising.
DEFINITION OF TERMS:
The terms and words used in this report have the following meanings as used in this Report of Survey:
APPEARS:
Indicates that a very close inspection of the particular system, component or item was not possible due to
constraints imposed upon the surveyor(e.g. no power available, inability to remove panels, or
requirements not to conduct destructive tests).
SERVICEABLE: ADEQUATE:
Sufficient for a specific requirement.
POWERS UP:
Power was applied only. This does not refer to the operation of any system or component unless
specifically indicated.
EXCELLENT CONDITION:
New or like new.
GOOD CONDITION:
Nearly new, with only minor cosmetic or structural discrepancies noted.
FAIR CONDITION:
Denotes that system, component or item is functional as is with minor repairs. (MONITOR OFTEN)
POOR CONDITION:
Unusable as is. Requires repairs or replacement of system, component or item to be considered
functional.
USE OF *:
Use of * in the body of this report will indicate that a finding will be listed in the ''Findings and
Recommendations'' section pertaining to the * item.
The highest and largest two areas are around chain plates for the shrouds, both port and starboard
sides. These stretch the entire width of the side deck, from toe rail to cabin, and is 4" and more
across.
The second group of areas are fore and aft gate stanchions, on both port and starboard sides.
A smaller area was found forward of the back stay around the plate.
*B.1
Wet core in deck.
HULL-TO-DECK JOINT
TYPE:
Hull has an inward turning 4 1/2" flange for the deck joint bedded in an elastomeric compound. The
deck is thru-bolted only where deck equipment is located. Appears serviceable where sighted.
DECK FITTINGS
STANCHIONS:
Stainless steel stanchions and cable lifelines, run the perimeter of deck from pushpit to pulpit with
boarding gates located on both port to starboard sides.
*B.2
Both fore and aft boarding gate stanchions on both port and starboard decks, show high moisture
from percussion soundings and moisture meter readings. Port forward gate stanchion has water
intrusion and corrosion signs below in galley cabinet.
BOW PULPIT (BOW RAIL):
Stainless steel stanchions and rail system. Appears serviceable.
TOE RAILS:
Molded FRP toe rails on bow and from amidships to stern.
VENTILATION:
Provided by portlights and hatches topsides. Total portlights: six (6) hatches in saloon; one (1)
forward in V-berth; one (1) in head. Total hatches: three (3) in saloon; one (1) in V-berth; one (1) in
head.
BOWSPRIT:
Bowsprit is stainless steel with integrated anchor roller.
SCUPPERS:
Deck drains overboard and cockpit has scuppers at port and starboard aft corners.
CHOCKS AND CLEATS:
Two (2) aluminum chocks and cleats at the bow and two (2) cleats at the stern. All thru-bolted with
washers backing. Appeared serviceable.
WINDLASS/GIPSY:
Lewmar Windlass.
Note: Not operated during sea trial due to weather conditions.
CABIN APPOINTMENTS
INTERIOR DESCRIPTION: (continued)
STORAGE AREAS:
The cabinets, lockers, drawers, and shelving were well crafted and finely fit where sighted.
HEADLINERS:
Headliner material in the cabins appeared to be a light colored vinyl. Appeared serviceable.
DOORWAYS:
Solid wood cabin and head doors throughout vessel. Appeared serviceable.
FABRIC AND CUSHIONS:
The general appearance of the cushions and fabrics reflect good care and normal wear and tear
for a vessel of this age.
FLOOR AND WINDOW COVERINGS:
Teak and holly cabin sole. The curtains in the salon were of a beige colored and appeared
serviceable.
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Two cabins, a cabin aft and V-berth forward. The head has access from V-berth and main saloon.
The settee area and galley to starboard with a settee and nav station to port.
HEADS:
The head forward with a manual head, sink and shower. Sump pump for shower.
*C.1
Head and shower sump pump was not operable due to being on the hard and winterized.
FAUCET FIXTURES:
Faucet and fixtures in the galley were demand pump 12 volt, and foot pump operated. The shower
and sink in the head were demand pump 12 volt. Appeared serviceable and operable.
LIGHT FIXTURES:
12 volt cabin lights throughout the vessel were operable.
CABIN SOLE:
Teak and holly very well fitted and finished where observed.
VENTILATION:
No dorades but opening portlights and hatches.
STEREO, ETC.:
Kenwood CD player.
GALLEY
LOCATION:
To port at the bottom of the companion way.
SINKS:
Double stainless sink.
REFRIGERATION:
Cold plate 110/12 volt refrigeration box in galley. Appears serviceable.
STOVE/OVEN:
Propane stove and oven.
CABIN APPOINTMENTS
GALLEY(continued)
MICROWAVE:
Microwave powered up but blew breaker on high.
*B.5
Powered up but blew breaker on high.
PROPULSION
MAIN ENGINES
TYPE:
Westerbeke naturally aspirated diesel engine.
LABELS AND NOTICES:
The engine is original.
HORSE POWER:
Approximately 38
INDICATED HOURS:
790.9 hours.
THROTTLE CONTROLS:
Mechanical lever/cable type at helm station.
EMERGENCY SHUT DOWN:
Pull cable actuated mechanism, located at helm station.
ENGINE MOUNTS AND BED:
Main engine bed is longitudinal stringers. Adjustable motor mounts are bolted to the stringers and
are used to adjust the propshaft alignment as well as securing the engine.
DRIP PANS:
None Sighted. Engine fluid and loose debris falls into bilge area.
LUBRICATION:
Engine level is normal. The appearance of the oil is very black.
Note: Recommend all engine fluids be renewed.
EXHAUST SYSTEM:
An aqua lift exhaust system appeared serviceable where sighted.
INSULATION:
Aluminized foam rubber sound deadening insulation was noted in engine room. Appears
serviceable.
PROP SHAFTS:
Stainless steel. Appeared serviceable.
ENGINE ALARMS:
Low oil pressure alarm and coolant over heat warning audible at helm station.
*B.6
No low oil pressure alarm sounded at start-up.
PROPULSION
MAIN ENGINES(continued)
STUFFING BOX:
Stuffing box appeared serviceable. Monitor frequently for leakage.
COOLING SYSTEM
TYPE:
Freshwater reservoir type cooling with raw water cooled wet exhaust.
RAW WATER STRAINERS:
Under water hull mounted strainer. Appears serviceable.
HOSES AND CLAMPS:
Re-inforced rubber hose double clamped and well routed and supported, where sighted.
BELTS AND PULLEYS:
Belts condition has black dust accumulation.
Note: Recommend belts be changed and adjusted for proper tension.
SEACOCKS AND STRAINERS:
Raw water seacocks were ball valve type and were operable.
FUEL SYSTEM
MAIN ENGINE(S) FUEL SYSTEM
FUEL TYPE:
Diesel.
MATERIAL:
Aluminum.
NUMBER OF TANKS:
One.
TANKS CAPACITY:
27 gallons.
SECURED:
Yes, Metal straps with chafe protection. Appears serviceable.
LOCATION:
Under aft cabin berth.
MANUFACTURING LABEL:
The ABYC required lables were sighted on the fuel tanks.
FILL PIPE LOCATIONS:
Starboard side marked diesel.
FILL PIPE GROUNDED:
Not sighted due to access.
HOSE CONNECTIONS, CLAMPS:
Appears serviceable and approved where sighted.
FUEL FILTERS:
Remote mounted Racor filter/water separator.
FUEL SYSTEM
MAIN ENGINE(S) FUEL SYSTEM(continued)
FILTER/FUEL CONDITION:
Appears serviceable.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (D.C. SYSTEM)
VOLTAGE:
Gel type 12 volt system.
BATTERIES:
Four (4) six volt batteries in two (2) banks. Two (2) six volt batteries connected in series for each
banks.
Note: All battery connections were loose during survey but tightened by owner. Monitor battery
connections.
*B.7
Battery terminals were not protected with covers.
MAIN BATTERY SWITCHES:
On bulkhead in aft cabin.
PANEL:
Overcurrent protection by circuit breakers located on starboard side at nav station.
ROUTING/SUPPORT:
Well supported and secured where sighted.
CHARGING SYSTEM:
Marine 10 battery charger and an engine mounted alternator.
OUTLETS:
12 volt cigarette socket type were sighted. Appeared serviceable.
BATTERY MONITOR:
Xantrex Monitoring Charger/Inverter - Panel located in aft cabin on bulkhead.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (A.C. SYSTEM)
SHORE POWER INLET:
30 amp outlet located aft transom.
SHORE POWER:
One (1) 50' long vinyl cord.
MAIN BREAKER:
Main breaker aft cabin aft bulkhead.
BRANCH BREAKERS:
AC breaker switch with six (6) branch breakers.
ROUTING:
No chafe protection where routed through bulkhead(s).Well routed and supported where sighted.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (A.C. SYSTEM)(continued)
OUTLETS:
Various A.C. outlets available throughout yacht, appear adequate and conveniently located. Tested
ok for proper polarity. GFCI (ground fault circuit interrupter) outlet. Tested OK, Appear serviceable.
POLARITY:
Polarity indicator on panel board.
NOTE:
During survey write-up notified by owner of short/burnt wiring at main AC Shore Power Breaker.
*B.8
Burnt wiring at main AC Shore Power Breaker.
FRESH WATER SYSTEM
FRESH WATER SYSTEM: (POTABLE WATER)
STORAGE TANKS:
Two (2) aluminum tanks under both port and starboard settee's with value in bilge.
CAPACITY:
Reportedly 75 gallons.
ACCESS:
Access to tanks and valves appears adequate.
FILL PIPE LOCATION:
Starboard and port side decks marked for water.
PUMPS:
A 12 volt demand diaphragm type water pump. It is operable and appears serviceable.
FILTERS:
None Sighted.
FRESH WATER SYSTEM (HOT WATER SYSTEM)
TYPE:
Atlantic Marine Products.
CAPACITY:
6 gallons.
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE:
Yes, copper pressure relief valve built into tank. Drainage: Reinforced plastic hose led to bilge.
HEAT EXCHANGER AND PLUMBING:
Engine mounted heat exchanger. Appears serviceable.
SANITATION
SANITATION (BLACK WATER)
MANUAL OR ELECTRIC TYPE:
Manual, not checked for operation.
SANITATION
SANITATION (BLACK WATER)(continued)
M.S.D TYPE USCG SYSTEM:
Certification Type: MSD U.S.C.G. Type III. (Holding tanks)
RAW WATER SUPPLY AND CLAMPS:
Yes, appears serviceable where sighted.
DISCHARGE HOSES AND CLAMPS:
Yes, appears serviceable where sighted.
PUMP-OUT LOCATION:
Starboard side deck, marked for waste.
OVERBOARD DISCHARGE:
Overboard discharge hose has been cut and capped due to inland EPA discharge regulations.
*B.9
Overboard discharge thru-hull missing handle.
SANITATION (GREY WATER)
BASINS, SHOWERS, HOSES AND CLAMPS:
The basins on this vessel drain overboard in the near vicinity of the specific basin. Shower drains
into sump and pumped overboard.
SUMP TANK LOCATION:
None sighted, showers are drained by diaphragm pump manually switched for area and operation.
STEERING SYSTEM
STEERING SYSTEM
TYPE:
Edson pedestal.
NUMBER OF STATIONS:
One, aft cockpit.
PULLEYS, CABLE AND CHAIN CONDITION:
Appeared serviceable where sighted.
*B.10
Cable dry with no lubrication and slightly loose. Steering diaphragm and bolts showing signs of
corrosion
RUDDER STOCK:
Stainless steel rudder stock size not determined due to access.
PACKING GLAND:
Lower packing gland has evidence of previous water intrusion. Owner reportedly replaced both
upper and lower seals. Monitor.
EMERGENCY TILLER:
Yes, reportedly onboard.
*B.11
Emergency access panel sealed shut.
GROUND TACKLE
GROUND TACKLE
ANCHORS:
Mantus style with roll-bar on bow sprit. Fortress anchor in locker.
RODE MATERIAL:
Chain is visible to windlass.
RODE CONSTRUCTION:
The stainless steel anchor swivel on the main anchor does facilitate hauling the anchor aboard
and relieves twisting.
It must be noted however that there is no way to inspect the pin for wear and tear or corrosion.
*C.2
Rode lengths and condition was not determined.
WINDLASS:
Lewmar, appears serviceable. Foot switches located at bow, remote inoperable.
ELECTRONICS AND NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT
ELECTRONICS AND NAVIGATION EQUIPMENT
VHF:
ICOM M-59 - powers up.
RADAR:
None Sighted.
CHART PLOTTER:
Raymarine C80
AUTOHELM:
Raymarine ST70
SPEED LOG:
Tacktick Display
DEPTH SOUNDER:
Tacktick Display
WIND SPEED/DIRECTION:
Powered up and showed incorrect direction.
*C.3
Showed incorrect wind direction, accuracy of speed unknown.
COMPASSES:
5'' Ritchie.
ANTENNAS:
All antennas sighted appear to be well mounted and serviceable.
BAROMETER:
Located in saloon.
SHIPS CLOCK:
Located in saloon.
THRU-HULLS
THRU-HULLS:
NOTE:
Five (5) below water thru-hulls.
Note: Recommend a drawing be made of all thru-hulls and kept with ships papers for
emergencies.
*B.12
No tapered wood plugs found on board for thru-hulls.
BONDING SYSTEM
BONDING SYSTEM
MAIN BONDING CONDUCTOR:
The bonding system is mostly well established where sighted. A separate bonding system was not
performed and I did not use a corrosion meter to establish the level of protection. However the
bonding system is using individual green insulated wire and appeared to be serviceable were
sighted.
Bonding and Lighting protection are a matter of individual interpretation of the principals involved.
The ABYC suggests bonding all metallic below waterline thru-hull fittings and to construct a Cone
of Protection for lighting protection. See Bonding section in the ABYC section E-1& E-4-6d.
ZINC (HULL ZINC):
There were two (2) shaft zincs on the propshaft. These were replaced the day of the survey.
*C.4
There is a dedicated prop zinc that appears to be for fresh water.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
SAFETY EQUIPMENT (UNITED STATES COAST GUARD)
NUMBER AND TYPE OF PFD'S:
Reported to be ten (10) aboard. Reported five (5) in bag in cockpit port locker.
*A.1
All PFD's bagged and stored.
NUMBER OF THROWABLE PFD'S:
One (1) Type IV-U.S.C.G. approved throwable device. Life ring located starboard pushpit.
FIRE EXTINGUISHERS:
Three (3) Size: BI dry chemical with gauges. Location: Main saloon cabin, V-berth and cockpit
locker.
*A.2
None of the fire extinguishers have current inspection tags. One fire extinguisher gauge in red.
VISUAL DISTRESS SIGNALS:
Day/night visual distress signals are hand held flares. Purchased new during survey.
SOUND DEVICES:
None Sighted.
*A.3
No sound device onboard.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
SAFETY EQUIPMENT (UNITED STATES COAST GUARD)(continued)
NAVIGATION LIGHTS:
Sidelights are operable.
Mast head light is operable.
Sternlight is operable.
Anchor light unable to determine if operable.
INLAND NAVIGATION RULE BOOK (12M-39'4" OR LONGER):
No Navigation Rule Book sighted.
*B.13
No Navigation Rule Book
"NO OIL DISCHARGE" PLAQUE:
Yes, found properly displayed in engine space.
TRASH DISPOSAL PLACARD:
No Trash Disposal Placard sighted.
*B.14
Trash Disposal Placard not properly displayed in the main salon.
WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN (OVER 40'):
None Sighted.
*B.15
No waste management plan sighted onboard.
AUXILIARY SAFETY EQUIPMENT
E.P.I.R.B.:
None Sighted. But highly recommended.
SMOKE DETECTOR:
None Sighted. Highly recommended.
FIRE ALARMS:
None Sighted. Highly recommended.
BILGE WATER ALARM AND SAFETY SWITCHES:
No. This item is very highly recommended.
SEARCH LIGHT:
None sighted.
FIRST AID KIT:
None sighted. This is highly recommended.
FUME SNIFFER ALARM SYSTEMS:
Carbon monoxide fume detectors are highly recommended.
MAN OVERBOARD SYSTEM:
No. This item is highly recommended.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
BILGE PUMPS
LIST:
Yes, one (1) amidships with remote switch, appears to be operable and serviceable.
Note: Bilge pump operated in manual mode but float switch was not operated.
NOTE:
During the time spent onboard during the survey, water was accumulating in the bilge.
*B.16
Accumulating water in bilge.
OUT OF WATER INSPECTION
BELOW WATERLINE MACHINERY
PROPELLER(S):
Yes, bronze self feathering. Appears serviceable
PROPELLER SHAFT(S):
Stainless steel.
PROPELLER SHAFT (LOGS) TUBE(S):
Shaft log is FRP (fiber reinforced plastic). Appears serviceable.
SHAFT BEARING (CUTTLESS BEARING):
Cutless bearings showed no signs of sloppiness or end play.
STRUTS:
Single I-beam strut. Evidence of repairs and confirmed with seller. Wrapped line around prop/strut
and had cracks all around strut plate. Seller removed material and filled area. Reinforced area
inside vessel with an extra layer or roving.
*C.5
Evidence of repairs to hull around strut. Seller do-it-yourself repairs. Unsure of extent of damage or
quality of repairs.
RUDDER(S) MATERIAL:
FRP (fiber reinforced plastic) with internal support.
*B.17
Bottom portion of rudder has higher moisture readings than other areas.
PROPELLER PROTECTION:
Propeller protected by dedicated anode.
*C.6
Dedicated anode appears to be for fresh water.
CONDITION OF HULL (WETTED SURFACE)
BLISTERS:
None Sighted.
CONDITION OF BOTTOM PAINT:
Bottom well painted. Condition good.
SEATRIAL REPORT
OBSERVATIONS
OBSERVATIONS:
1. The engines started without excessive cranking.
3. The cooling water exhaust appeared adequate and normal. (Thru-hull was closed upon
start-up)
4. The engine instruments operate within normal operating limits at idle, cruising speed, and
maximum throttle.
5. Engines reached 3000 RPM at full throttle. 7.6 kts per GPS, 7.4 kts per speed indicator.
11. There were no oil or coolant leaks observed. (On main engines or in exhaust water)
*B.18
No low oil pressure alarm when key turned on before engine is started. An engine alarm sounded
after starting. Could not determine cause. When switch on engine panel is turned off, alarm
stopped as well as all gauges stopped working.
ENGINE SURVEY SUMMARY
ENGINE SURVEY
ENGINE SURVEY PERFORMED BY:
Gaines Marina
OTHER:
Found cracked Flame Arrestor.
*B.19
Cracked Flame Arrestor.
STANDING RIGGING
STANDING RIGGING
MAST:
Hall aluminum mast with aluminum swept-back spreaders.
Note: When mast is re-stepped, tune rig. Mast currently has a curve and is not straight.
STANDING RIGGING
STANDING RIGGING(continued)
SHROUDS AND STAYS:
Rod rigging.
BOOMS:
Aluminum boom with hydraulic vang. Appeared Serviceable.
TURNBUCKLES:
Stainless turnbuckles of the open design appeared serviceable.
CHAIN PLATES:
Internal chain plates bolted to bulkheads. High moisture indications in deck from percussion
soundings and moisture meter. Starboard chain plain has water intrusion signs in discolored trim
and water streaks down chain plates. Forestay has water intrusion and corrosion signs inside
chain locker.
*B.20
Deck has high moisture around chain plates. Signs of corrosion leaking into anchor locker around
chain plate bolts.
RUNNING RIGGING
RUNNING RIGGING
WINCHES:
Two (2) Lewmar # 50 and four (4) #44 2-speed self tailing winches.
Note: A maintenance program should be initiated for the winches.
SAIL TRACK:
Two deck mounted sail tracks with cars both port and starboard. Appeared serviceable.
MAIN SHEET TRAVELER:
Harken mainsheet traveler. Appeared serviceable.
REEFING SYSTEM:
Unknown, sails not set.
HALYARDS:
Halyards were braided and color coded.
SHEETS:
The sheets onboard appeared in serviceable condition.
ROLLER FURLING GEAR:
Harken Furler.
Note: Recommend maintenance/lubrication per manufacture's specifications.
*B.21
Crack in furling gear housing.
CAM CLEATS:
Harken used exclusively.
SWIVEL BLOCKS:
Appeared serviceable where sighted.
RUNNING RIGGING
RUNNING RIGGING(continued)
SNAP SHACKLES:
Appeared serviceable.
SAILS
SAILS
SAIL:
Various sails, not inspected.
Note: Sails should be checked at the head, tack, and clew for stress or loose threads as well as
for signs of mildew.
Always recommend that the sails be inspected by a qualified sail maker or the manufacture.
Deficiencies noted under ''SAFETY'' should be addressed before vessel is next underway. These
findings represent an endangerment to personnel and/or the vessel's safe and proper operating
condition. Findings may also be in violation of U.S.C.G. regulations.
Deficiencies noted under ''OTHER DEFICIENCIES'' should be corrected in the near future so as to
maintain standards and to help the vessel to retain it's value.
A. SAFETY DEFICIENCIES
A. SAFETY DEFICIENCIES:
A.1 (PAGE 16) NUMBER AND TYPE OF PFD'S:
Reported to be ten (10) aboard. Reported five (5) in bag in cockpit port locker.
FINDINGS RECOMMENDATIONS
All PFD's bagged and stored. Comply with USCG Safety Regulations regarding
readily accessible..
The highest and largest two areas are around chain plates for the shrouds, both port and starboard
sides. These stretch the entire width of the side deck, from toe rail to cabin, and is 4" and more across.
The second group of areas are fore and aft gate stanchions, on both port and starboard sides.
A smaller area was found forward of the back stay around the plate.
FINDINGS RECOMMENDATIONS
Wet core in deck. Further investigate and repair, refurbish, refinish,
as necessary.
3. The cooling water exhaust appeared adequate and normal. (Thru-hull was closed upon start-up)
4. The engine instruments operate within normal operating limits at idle, cruising speed, and
maximum throttle.
5. Engines reached 3000 RPM at full throttle. 7.6 kts per GPS, 7.4 kts per speed indicator.
11. There were no oil or coolant leaks observed. (On main engines or in exhaust water)
FINDINGS RECOMMENDATIONS
No low oil pressure alarm when key turned on Investigate further and repair or renew as
before engine is started. An engine alarm necessary.
sounded after starting. Could not determine
cause. When switch on engine panel is turned
off, alarm stopped as well as all gauges
stopped working.
NOTE: If cruising more than 25 nautical miles offshore it is also recommended that a USCG
approved self-inflating life raft be fitted to the vessel. And a first aid kit and small manual
watermaker be added to the ships safety gear.
The grading of condition developed by BUC RESEARCH and accepted in the marine industry
determines the adjustment to the range of base values in the BUC USED BOAT PRICE GUIDE for a
similar vessel sold within a given time period. Further research and considerations to determine the
condition and establish Market Value were undertaken and include: internet research to establish similar
boats of comparable conditions and prices; Buc Value Pro Used Boat Price Guide; ABOS Marine Blue
Book; and NADA Guide .
''ABOVE AVERAGE CONDITION'', has had above average care and is equipped with extra electrical
and electronic gear.
''AVERAGE CONDITION'', ready for sale requiring no additional work and normally equipped for her
size.
''RESTORABLE CONDITION'', enough of hull and engine exists to restore the boat to usable
condition.
VALUATION:
VALUATION:
Following USPAP standards for a valuation of the above vessel, the details are as follows.
VALUATION PROBLEM: Establish Market Value for the subject vessel, a 1998 J 120.
TYPE OF VALUE: Market Value
SCOPE OF WORK: Perform a Pre-purchase Survey, research comparable sales values, determine
market value.
COST APPROACH: Not applicable for a production boat.
MARKET SALES COMPARISONS: All vessels used for sale's comps are J 120 offered for sale in the
USA and Canada. The vessels will be listed by year and asking price and chosen as representing the
condition of the subject vessel. The data will be mathematically averaged and blended with established
"Book Values" and actual sales data to arrive at an estimated market value for the vessel taking into
account vessel condition. Note: : A number of J 120's were available out of the country but were not
included in average.
Actual Sales Data From soldboats.com (Note: Sales data is entered voluntarily by broker and not
confirmed. Boats sold before 2015 would have been considered 'newer' at time of sale and warranted
a higher purchase price. Limited current sales.)
Book Values
$ 151,500 Blended Market Value = Theoretic selling prices + actual sales average + book value =
and averaged.
ASSUMPTIONS:
#1. Since the actual condition of Market Comparison vessels cannot be firmly established, BUC -
Average Condition shall be assumed for those vessels, even though the noted vessel above appeared
to have extras on the respective listing.
#2. The formula deducting 10% from the blended average asking price, due to the fact that the asking
price is rarely paid and 10% less than the average asking price is an industry rule of thumb for
estimating the actual selling value.
#3. With NADA valuation of $103,500, it is low in consideration of their own 'Value Comments': Note:
Vessels in exceptional condition can be worth a significantly higher value than the Average Retail Price
shown. Therefore, the NADA valuation has not been included in the blended average shown above
RECONCILIATION OF VALUE INDICATORS: The expressed Market Value contained within this report
is blended to take into account location, fresh water, condition, Average but not with extras, and the
information researched above.
STATEMENT OF VALUATION:
1. The ''FAIR MARKET VALUE'' is the most probable price in terms of money which a vessel should
bring in a competitive and open market under all conditions requisite to a fair sale, the buyer and seller,
each acting prudently, knowledgeably and assuming the price is not affected by undue stimulus.
Implicit in this definition is the consummation of a sale as of a specified date and the passing of title
from seller to buyer under conditions whereby:
b. Both parties are well informed or well advised, and each acting in what they consider their own best
interest.
d. Payment is made in terms of cash in U.S. dollars or in terms of financial arrangements comparable
thereto; and
e. The price represents a normal consideration for the vessel sold unaffected by special or creative
financing or sales concessions granted by anyone associated with the sale.
Therefore, after consideration of the reliability of the data, the extent of the necessary adjustments and
condition of the vessel, it is your surveyor's opinion that the ''FAIR MARKET VALUE'' of the subject
vessel is:
$151,500
One Hundred Fifty One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars
2. The ''ESTIMATED REPLACEMENT COST'' indicates the retail cost of a new vessel of the same
make/model with similar equipment offered by the same manufacturer. ''ESTIMATED
REPLACEMENT COST'' of the subject vessel is:
$616,500
Six Hundred Sixteen Thousand Five Hundred Dollars
SUMMARY:
In accordance with the request for a marine survey of Sample, for the purpose of evaluating its present
condition and estimating its Fair Market Value and Replacement Cost, I herewith submit my conclusion
based on the preceding report. The subject vessel was personally inspected by the undersigned on May
20, 2015 and was found to be a well constructed, appointed and comfortable vessel. The vessel
appears cosmetically average for a vessel of this age. Subject to correction of deficiencies listed in
section IV A. (Safety), the vessel is considered to be suitable for its intended use. Other deficiencies
listed should be attended to in a timely fashion.
SURVEYOR'S CERTIFICATION:
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief:
The statements of fact contained in this report are true and correct.
The reported analyses, opinions, and conclusions are limited only by the reported assumptions and
limiting conditions, and are my personal, unbiased professional analyses, opinions, and conclusions.
I have no present or prospective interest in the vessel that is the subject of this report, and I have no
personal interest or bias with respect to the parties involved.
My compensation is not contingent upon the reporting of a predetermined value or direction in value that
favors the cause of the client, the amount of the value estimate, the attainment of a stipulated result, or
the occurrence of a subsequent event.
I have made a personal inspection of the vessel that is the subject of this report.
This report is submitted without prejudice and for the benefit of whom it may concern.
ATTENDING SURVEYOR:
Furler Bowsprit