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[@BornAgainBoating]

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[@kirill_gusev]

This video is hilarious and depressing at the same time. As someone who is looking for a first boat, it makes me stop looking at older boats whatsoever. Thank you for posting this.

[@UNITED2009100]

Depressing? Most if not all shown in this video was don around salt water. Even boats used in salt water can be in good shape if the owner has taken good care. Boats used in fresh water can get damaged or can be poorly maintained too. Boats up north usually are only used about half a year because of winter and cold weather. Boats in the south can be used year round and may have to stay in the water if the owner does not have a lift or cannot afford a trailer or rack storage. I think the video was very good giving us all a idea of what to look at perhaps before hiring a surveyor to look for us. You can see quite a bit on your own which can help you decide if you even want to make an offer or not.

[@wolfbluesdotcom]

I agree! Lots to consider! I may go for a new one or at least hire a boat guy to check out any used boat I consider. Great video!

[@dwayneroberts6616]

Bro don't rule out an older boat. There are a lot of them that don't require a ton of money to repair. They can be brought back to life for less than you think if you're willing to learn and do the work yourself. There are great guys out here willing to give away years of knowledge to help you do it right.

[@sector7676]

Depressing and overwhelming 😬😬😬

[@rbilardo47]

What an informative video, you covered everything that needs to be done. Wish I'd known this before purchasing my boat, could have saved a lot of money hiring someone to inspect it. Thanks for the great tips. Looking forward to the next video.

[@profthomason]

Merry Christmas mate. Thanks for all help on my boat this year you really keep me afloat. 🇦🇺👍

[@SkypowerwithKarl]

Bring along a long time boater. Someone that has already spent his time and money in the nooks and crannies of a boat. Several times I was asked to evaluate a boat and several times I’ve told the prospective buyer “Please don’t walk away , just run!” or “Is that how much they are paying you to take it?” There can be deals but 95% of them need work and only experience (painful) can tell where.

[@andrewfyakim525]

Hi Born Again Boating, I hope you and your family have a Merry Christmas and a prosperous NewYear! ..... Thank you for all the fantastic videos you produce and post; I have learned so much from you and I never take it for granted' it is much appreciated....

[@k3nt778]

An excellent video. Thank you for posting. This is super helpful for a first time boat buyer. For someone with experience in auto mechanics and construction, doing your own due diligence seems possible. The main principals seem to be paying attention to details and systems for irregularities. So before buying, educated yourself about boat structures and systems, take your time and be observant during a DIY survey.

[@mikenonameneeded3485]

When I bought my used boat, he said no surprises. Luckily all that was wrong was a raw water pump and a $50 power steering hose crack. Never believe "no surprises". Thanks for the info.

[@CTCLures]

Allways check what fuel lines that you can make sure that they are not leaking cracked or old. Also check the bilge for the smell of fuel. Awsome video.

[@johnpatt9047]

Always have a light handy and inspect all those hard to see drain hoses that connect the self bailing deck to the water. Very often they are neglected and starting to rust and rot.

[@dannyv2335]

Thanks for this video as I’ll be making a purchase within the next year. Happy Holidays

[@sk7262]

thank you that's a very thorough explanation with great examples of what not to see in an inspection

[@netltube]

for outboards also check that zincs are in place, not missing or have never been changed etc.

[@angeloc3842]

Merry Christmas fellas thanks for another great video

[@wukain6697]

I can't wait for that step by step wiring video lord knows I need it

[@8o8EpIcTrOcItY8o8]

Love the videos. Wish I had seen these before buying my last boat.

[@Pissenberg1]

This is on e of the best I have seen. Thorough in every aspect. “FOOTCUSH”

[@BornAgainBoating]

Thank you!

[@ED-ti5tc]

Good stuff! Merry Christmas!

[@sumyunguyz]

Thanks again for another informative video!

[@marwanmuhyi7548]

Thank you for this valuable information.

[@caddiman9834]

This was a very helpful video brother. Thank u.🤙🏼

[@esthersmith1412]

Wish I had seen this before I got my boat. Some I new some I didn’t. Great general knowledge. Pay attention boat buyers this will save you a lot of headaches down the road.

[@esthersmith1412]

There is another question. I have a 2006 135 verado 4 stroke. The problem is the steering, the boat is a 2006 mako with uflex hydraulic with power assist. The seals leaked on the ram so I have replaced them but am having a problem bleeding out the system. There is very little information about theses systems on the internet. I have tried to bleed them the normal ways but just keep getting air bubbling out into the holding tank and no movement of the motor. I am thinking there may be an issue with the pump as I don’t hear anything when engine is running or with the key on. If you or anyone else can help, maybe point me in the right direction or give me some information it would be very grateful ( [e-mail]).

[@Ken-fisho]

Hey Aaron all the best wishes and happiness to you and your family for Xmas mate, its a beautiful 30° Celsius Xmas day here in Melbourne Australia might go fishing later😀 keep bringing on those vids champ....

[@steveb9624]

Great Information. Thanks!

[@PFLEONARDI0906]

Great video….don’t forget about the DOT date code on the tires. Maximum life should be 6 to 10 years no matter how much tread is there.

[@mwilliamshs]

I've lost too many at 5 years to trust anything past 4

[@speedracer6294]

I think I'll keep saving my money and just get a modest NEW boat

[@milkylicker6963]

When bay testing boat take your time,put it through its paces. Also try to operate in different conditions if possible.

[@matthewtweedie64]

#Footcush. Great video. Poor Wiring and mechanical problems can be a great bargaining point. Especially if you can do much of the work yourself. You can get a great deal on a boat that just needs a little attention. Keep the great videos coming. Merry Christmas!

[@scottsmith2869]

#FOOTCUSH. Great video!!’ You covered evening there is to do to keep you out of deep water when buying a used boat! Thanks so much for the video content. I’m a do it yourself kind of guy and love watching how you fix up good used boats! Have a Merry Christmas!!

[@mwilliamshs]

"Covered evening there is"? Dafuq?

[@RaiderRaffa]

Talk about helpful video !!! Thank you so much for making a video like this

[@BornAgainBoating]

You're so welcome!

[@milkylicker6963]

Check gear oil for excessive metal debris. A small amount on magnet is perfectly normal

[@stephendsexton]

Amazing content as always

[@brianwhite5464]

#FOOTCUSH Great video Aaron! Keep up the good work and videos man. Merry Christmas to you and your family Aaron.

[@Ryan-vs2em]

very helpful video thank u

[@islandaerial3414]

Buy a dollar store rubber mallet. Use it to gently tap the transom, hull and stringers. You want to hear and feel pings, not thuds. Thuds are dry rot and wet substrate. Try using it on new boats to get a feel for the response a good hull should have. Never buy a Merc that has been in the salt for any period of time...

[@tonchido]

Many time water apears just after putting a boat in water,cose its been sitting somewhere in the bow,not visible.so i would put it in water,clear it.than ho fast clean it again.tjan stop and check for leaks

[@mahimahiaddictioncesargonz5445]

Be down in key Colony, by june 20-30. See you Then. Great Videos Always 👍👍👍⚓⚓⚓

[@AbdelilahElouali]

Thank you for all the informations you provide us. Also I want to ask you what is the background music starting at 2:20 ? Tks for all.

[@two23rem]

Another great video.

[@TheJustonemore]

Merry Christmas

[@johnvanlindingham9490]

Make sure the drain plug is in before launching

[@milkylicker6963]

Many transoms have movement. Seen it on many brands, new and old. Ideally you don't want to see movement but its really not the end of the worlg

[@benjaminrennicke]

5:04 GOSH!!! Those little things..

[@thisisyourcaptainspeaking2259]

By tightening existing fasteners, you might discover rotting/rotted substrates.

[@redsoxwinagain2007]

Once looked at a boat where the guy told me it was just serviced including an oil change. However, sharpie was used by whoever did it last and date was over 2 years prior. I asked him if he wanted to revise his claim... I stopped there and did not even make him an offer.

[@teachingrounds]

Love this series

[@milkylicker6963]

Good video guys 👍

[@milkylicker6963]

Many boats have messy wiring. I dont like it but it pretty common

[@baldbear7265]

This is a lot of great information.

[@parstop78]

Nice tip's!!

[@cjharrin]

Excellent!

[@achillethegreat8224]

I need to buy one of your boats!

[@johnpike5836]

The Most Comprehensive Boat Inspect Process I've ever seen. Those pesky spider web like stress cracks in The Gel Coat. Don't freak out, Gel Coat is extremely brittle. Most occur At or on the transom in Newer fiberglass boats. Older hulls in fiberglass will have them at the gunnels and deck too. Just remember; brittle brittle, brittle. And usually superficial. Today's Tip; before launching, "Put The Plug In".

[@johnpike5836]

Getting a Laugh; my dad was a millright at Alcan Aluminum for over 40 years. Naturally when the "Aluminum Boat" broke onto the market, he got one; The Springbok Model. 16' with a 50hp merc. I grew out of that and got me a 17ft J-Craft but the newest one with a V hull, it was fiberglass. (our lake was a bit choppy) I slung a 175 merc on her and was pulling 76mph. After my second or 3rd outing, I was "Pumping Up The Gas pressure Ball and saw all these cracks on the transom (in the corners) I nearly had a heart attack and trailered her immediately. I rushed the boat back to the dealer and showed him the cracks....you could hear them laughing for 3 blocks.... I nearly got killed 10 times in that boat!! Some of the happiest days of my life....

[@mikeprince5459]

Merry Christmas! Very good info on your videos, keep them coming! Thanks as always. #footcush

[@Hndsomehubby]

The videos never disappoint. Merry Christmas

[@deepseadeepsea7243]

thank you

[@joerobbins5173]

Good info thanks

[@BornAgainBoating]

Glad it was helpful!

[@joedennehy386]

Excellent, thanks

[@BornAgainBoating]

Welcome!

[@cammartin4804]

#FootCush Thank you so much for this weeks video! Merry Christmas, and see you next week!

[@robmitchell3633]

#FOOTCUSH Look up how to do a “tap test’’ and use a metallic rounded object and tap the transom for dull thud areas and check for delam rotten areas.

[@jazzyj2243]

He also demonstrates that in his video project boats, everything you need to know kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJeccqV5jdSeo80

[@markwiebner7806]

#FOOTCUSH Merry Christmas! Thanks for all the information!

[@williampagano]

Footcush! Very informative video!

[@mikeherman1224]

Merry Christmas great show enjoy the different views on things you show a fellow tradesmen #footcush

[@benjigans1419]

Inspecting your trailer and motor the right way are just as important as the vessel itself! #footcush

[@walkertongdee]

Its termed a Boat Survey Mate.

[@maraofenkaminservice7255]

Guter Mann. Techniker vor dem Herrn

[@damodoesall6240]

Its a Christmas miracle !

[@ickess]

I bring a code reader when looking at used cars. See if they cleared it to get rid of a check engine light. Shimmy under the car with a flash light. Look everywhere I can and sniff the engine oil. I can’t image walking up with a bag of tools to pull out plugs and compression test it haha. Suggestions on how to test a motor if it’s out of the water and at their house? Like if looking on letgo, Craigslist or eBay? Thanks.

[@BornAgainBoating]

Just like the car, youll just have to bring the tools, and I'd bring a jump pack, most of the time the batteries are dead lol

[@MD-173]

first, great channel! What mobile code reader/scan tool app do you use? thanks

[@BornAgainBoating]

Thank you! That is Yamaha YDIS Smart, their mobile version for yamaha diagnostics, another dealer tool lol :/

[@CJ-jk3nu]

Hello, I’m a marine service tech currently in school. I know need a circuit tester or power probe. Which would you recommend, I’m looking at the power probe 4 basic kit but I kit that snap on student discount. Not sure of the pros and cons other than the snap on cost more and doesn’t come with a case. Which would you recommend as you have experience?

[@BornAgainBoating]

Hello! I just use my meter for circuit testing and I have a power probe 3 to supply power to pumps and stuff if need be. To be hones though, I only ever use the power probe at my toolbox when I need to run something and the jumpers on my bench battery mess up! Lol another tech bought the power probe 4 and then returned it, he didn't like it at all, it was just too much! I would say to definitely take advantage of that discount though and depending on what your tool situation looks like. I used it to buy all hand tools, wrenches, ratchets, sockets, pliers, crimpers, etc.

[@MIUBHI007]

All good info but I’d like to add that don’t always take the numbers on the tach as factual...My tach had to be replaced when the boat had 18 hours on it and afterwards, the boat/tach showed 0 hours. Always get it scanned to be sure. #footcush

[@kylej741]

The Skipper and Gilligan said it was a good deal though.

[@davidbrymer1230]

#footcush. Another excellent vid with great tips. Merry Christmas 🤙

[@markgippy]

#footcush. Great points to keep in mind

[@jrtonka19]

#footcush..merry xmas to you and another awesome video

[@primarysearchfishco]

#FOOTCUSH Another helpful video! Merry Christmas

[@workingdiligently8458]

#footcush , I'd love to see what is acceptable flex of a transom - when shacking an outboard - maybe on a trailer and maybe on jack stands.

[@allugo3726]

Nothing! Should be zero flex. If it flex's in any way move on to the next boat. Unless you have money burning holes in your pocket.

[@workingdiligently8458]

@@allugo3726 I think I would agree - but I think this video shows a little bit of flex. unless its the trailer working.

[@mwilliamshs]

What's "shacking an outboard"? Sounds naughty

[@davidd8435]

#FOOTCUSH another great video to refer back to when needed.

[@lewiemorris2021]

What would cause a fire on a boat? I noticed some boats at auction that BURN appears as a cause of damage to the boat but the boat does not appear to be burned, or be burned in a small place where the hull has a paint blister. Are these fires that may have occurred in a warehouse where boats were stored?

[@BornAgainBoating]

All kinds of things, fuel leaks, engine trouble, wiring issues, grills, all kinds of stuff! But for the auction, if there's no visible damage to the hull, its probably something that happened to the engine or in the engine compartment.

[@milkylicker6963]

Have your motor checked out by a pro.

[@rorynesta7766]

do you have any videos or are you making one on how to inspect an aluminium boat before buying?

[@BornAgainBoating]

I dont, unfortunately we dont see a lot of them around here because it's an island and everything is flats boats and offshore fishing:/

[@hookednrolling2009]

First #FOOTCUSH Nice vid Merry Christmas to you and family. Now for my Christmas present to me I got yesterday was a leaking fuel tank I thought you might come up north to homestead and help me get it out lol it's only forty years old can't complain to much. Hooked n Rolling is wishing everyone and subbers for Aaron channel a Happy new year JOHN ok how about a new fuel tank under my tree 🌲 lol 🇺🇸🐟🎣🛥🌴⛱😃😊🙏🏻🎄🎁 Ps it is a125 gal tank call me for measurements 😃

[@jc136982]

i just bought a second hand boat and only did a third of these things, oh well next time I guess.

[@pimpghines85]

You guys are awesome

[@pimpghines85]

I'm just starting my search and will ask questions as learn

[@BornAgainBoating]

Thank you! And great luck with the search! You'll find tons of information here with us, and once you get your boat and start going, if you want to fast track your learning curve and avoid some costly mistakes, we have a Boater's Program at BornAgainBoating.com that helps you learn the quick way. We've got a 3 Years Boating Experience in 30 Days challenge. Where you take courses everyday for about 30 minutes a day and it teaches you basically all the things you would learn after boating for 3 years, if not longer lol again wish you the best of luck on your search!

[@markc4921]

Very helpful video, Enjoyed it. Hope you had a nice Christmas and have a Happy New Year! #footcush

[@esthersmith1412]

Please run a video on power assist hydraulic steering with information on bleeding I am having trouble with my older uflex system. It has no bleed out on the top of the helm steering. Running out of ideas.

[@BornAgainBoating]

That should have a regular mercury power steering pump hooked up to a uflex steering cylinder on the engine? You should be able to take the lid off the steering pump and with the engine running just fill the steering pump until it is about an inch or a 1/2 inch from the top.

[@esthersmith1412]

Born Again Boating thanks for the info but have done that and it is not working. This is why I think it may be the pump itself. I have filled it a couple times and tried bleeding it too but getting nothing motor doesn’t budge. I can push the motor by hand so it’s not locked up. Only thing I can think of is the pump. Was just wondering what you thought.

[@707fv]

Look for this and that. But what's difference of bad transom vs a good one. Nit very thorough video

[@eddietinoga5846]

What u think about a 28ft 2000 Prokat? Are they good boats? Thanks

[@BornAgainBoating]

They are a pretty good boat, we have a couple in the yard. I'm more of a mono-hull type guy though over a catamaran :)

[@copperz]

Need that #footcush

[@ericdavi1231]

#footcush watch out for rusty motor mounts. That’s a daunting task!

[@ericdavi1231]

Also, I’m not sure if anyone else has thought of this. But I put plastic dry wall anchors and some 5200 in the holes where I had some T-top screws backing out. Haven’t had any more screws try to back out and that sucker is solid!

[@jamesosorio7069]

Great video # footcush#!!!!

[@vxnova1]

#FOOTCUSH awesome video as always thanks for sharing

[@nickjarman5626]

#footcush. Thank you for the boat knowledge.

[@johnslonsky3956]

#FOOTCUSH Great video and information as always!

[@thewrenchgarage7986]

Nice

[@tommycusack2578]

Happy Christmas from Ireland #footcush

[@Berts_chevys]

Are those streets cracks on the top cap of the hull bad news ??

[@BornAgainBoating]

Not really, they just mean that the boat is old and used :) Most of that is just surface gelcoat spider cracking. It isn't structural glass cracking or separating. They are basically just stress cracks from offshore use :)

[@georgeringer2706]

#footcush Merry Christmas As always very good info!! 👍

[@veryrandom5148]

I'm selling a mako Pro skiff 16 ft 40 hp. Good condition. 8k

[@jcdesignsandboat-works8290]

From one pro to another... Sound advise here!