[Alberg30] Deck Repairs

[George Dinwiddie]

Paloma,

I've done quite a bit of deckwork on Calypso and, while it's not 
difficult, it is a lot of work.  You can find a basic description
of the re-coring process on the web site:
  http://www.alberg30.org/maintenance/HullDeck/DeckRepairs/

  - George

> Paloma L. Hawry said:
> 
> I know this is an Alber30 site, but we are considering purchase of an Alberg
> 35, and would like some help in making a final decision.  She has been
> fairly neglected, is available for a very low price and has many good
> features.  The hull is sound, but the survey disclosed fairly extensive
> "wet" areas on the side decks where the stanchions have been allowed to leak
> for some time.  We are willing and able to do many repairs, but would like
> to find someone to help us estimate the work, and assist us with the actual
> effort to repair the deck properly (for a reasonable price).  Ideally we
> would like to find an individual who could work on her in a Chicago area
> boatyard, we would consider sailing her to a Wisconsin or Michigan port
> within a 4-5 hours drive from Chicago.
> 
> We need to let the owner know soon if we are willing to purchase the boat
> and tackle this work.  Our expectation is that we are looking at deck
> repairs anywhere between $2000 and $7000 range - assuming we do some of the
> work ourselves. (We are handy and willing to do much of the prep and
> painting/finish work, but haven't got the experience or sufficient time for
> the structural work).  As we are on a very tight budget, we can't afford
> major surprises beyond that range.
> 
> We have always loved Albergs and have fallen in love with this particular
> boat and its layout (dinette)  my husband and sons are all over 6'3" and we
> need the somewhat larger boat.
> 
> Alternatively, if anyone is aware of another Alberg 35 on Lake Michigan that
> is for sale, let us know.

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  George Dinwiddie                             gdinwiddie at alberg30.org
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