VESSEL CONDITION & VALUE
VESSEL INFORMATION
Vessel Yr/Make/Model: 1992 Petrzelka Brothers Bowpicker.
Manufacturer/Builder: Petrzelka Brothers of Mount Vernon Washington.
Month/Year built: 1992.
Vessel Type: Fiberglass, Planing, Modified Vee hull, Conventional sheer.
Vessel Specifications:
LOA- 30′
Beam- 10′ 5″
Draft:-36″
Vessel description: The F/V is a typical Alaska bowpicker fishing vessel currently being used as a dive boat, with a house aft and self-bailing open deck forward containing net reel, steering station, and anchor box. Powered by twin Mercruiser 6.2 320 HP with Bravo I drives. Fish hold is amidships and wheelhouse containing helm and accommodations is aft. Access to cabin is through a watertight aluminum companionway forward. Forward to port is helm station with bucket seat and navigation equipment; next aft is galley containing oil stove, sink, counter, and storage. To starboard is a settee; next aft is enclosed head with shower. A hatch over the engine forms a bunk and overhead is a second bunk. The cabin is finished with teak cabinets and trim, vinyl sole, and Formica counter tops. All windows are mounted with metal frames with sliding windows located on port and starboard sides of cabin.
NOTE FROM THE SELLER: The vessel has a fuel tank issue that will need to be addressed before being able to commercial fish. Seller has installed tanks in the fishold, bypassing original tanks. The boat is currently a dive boat and not being used for commercial fishing. The fishing equipment would need to be reinstalled. Call for details.
Documented Specs:
Length: 30.0′,
Breadth: 10.3′,
Depth: 4.5′,
Gross Tons: 9 GRT,
Net Tons: 7 NRT.
EXTERIOR HULL & BOTTOM INSPECTION
HULL EXTERIOR-SIDES
Hull type/Construction: Fiberglass, with white gel coat surface. Hand laid and molded fiberglass.
Hull cosmetics: Hull cosmetics are in good condition-minor nicks and scratches which are Typical for a vessel of this age.
Stem: Moderate flare- Solid, no cracks on external inspection. Moisture readings relatively Dry.
Side thru hull fittings: Plastic mushroom head fittings, used for: Bilge/Sump drains, Sink drains,
Rub rail: Rub rail is black UMHW plastic.
Port Lights: Port side: For head – opening type and are secure.
Engine room vents: Engine room vents are molded in and in excellent condition.
Condition summary: Exterior condition is considered good and typical for age and service of vessel.
TRANSOM
Transom type: Conventional flat transom.
Transom cosmetics: Very good transom surface condition.
HULL BOTTOM
Construction material: Vessel was not pulled for bottom inspection. No bottom inspection performed. Owner is advised to fully inspect bottom and all underwater machinery at next haul out.
INTERIOR HULL & STRUCTURAL INSPECTION
HULL INTERIOR & STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS
Hull to deck joint: Overlap (Shoe box type), Elastomeric compound sighted in hull to deck joint. No leaks thru any part of hull to deck joint area sighted.
Bilge(s): Forward and aft bilge has some standing discolored water. Bilge spaces are in need of cleaning.
Stringers: Hull stiffness provided by FRP covered wooden longitudinal stringers that run the length of the vessel. Complete inspection not possible due to limited access. Stringers were sighted in the engine compartment and under portions of cabin sole and are well glassed into hull where sighted. Stringers checked with Moisture meter where accessible and all readings were relatively Dry. Stringers sounded with hammer where accessible and appeared very sound. No soft spots, separation, cracks rotting or splitting sighted. Limber holes appear to be adequately sealed where sighted.
Bulkheads: Athwartships reinforcement enhanced by structural bulkheads bonded to the hull with FRP (fiber reinforced plastic). All tabbing appears serviceable and sound with no cracks or separation of tabbing sighted in any compartments. No visual evidence of movement sighted in any bulkhead.
Stem: Solid stem, no cracks or separation sighted inside.
Inside of transom: Reinforced. Secure-no cracks or separation sighted.
Condition summary: All interior area’s inspected found to be good for age and service of vessel.
ALL THRU HULL FITTINGS
Sea valves: Marelon seacock ball valve(s) installed, Bronze seacock ball valve(s) installed.
Sea valve condition: Sea valves are all functional.
Sea valves piping: Ribbed hose. Sea cock hoses are all single clamped and appear secure.
Sea strainers: Internal strainer(s) installed for. engine raw water.
TOP DECK & SUPERSTRUCTURE
MAIN DECK & FITTINGS
Deck Surface: Molded, cored fiberglass deck and side deck construction (core not sampled). White gel coat with molded in non skid fiberglass surface. Good condition. Deck is solid under foot.
Moisture/Delamination: Moisture meter readings on top and side decks and surrounding thru deck fittings were relatively dry with normal comparative moisture meter readings. No Delamination discovered when randomly testing with percussion hammer.
Scuppers/deck drain(s): Freeing ports on both sides of deck.
Cleats & fairleads: Horn cleats are all well secured to deck and side deck and are functional.
Cabin (house) to deck joint: Molded in — no stress cracks noted.
Cabin house window(s): Fixed side windows. Sliding side windows.
Damage sighted: One corner stress crack on the port side cabin of about 1/16 of an inch.
FISHING EQUIPMENT
FISHING GEAR
Other:
Fish hold is 6,000 capacity insulated with sump.
Pacer 2″ hydraulic driven net washdown pump in box on deck next to hydraulic net reel.
Hydraulic driven net reel (46″ x 45″) with Twister drive and aluminum level.
Aluminum live side and top roller w/spray rail.
HELM & NAVIGATION ELECTRONICS
NAVIGATION ELECTRONICS
Helm station: Port side forward cabin with Electronics mounted on dash and overhead. Control station port side forward deck.
Compass(es): Ritchie digital.
VHF radio(s): Mounted at main helm: ICOM IC M45. Powers up OK.
Radar: Furuno Model 1715. Powers up OK.
Chart plotter(s): Garmin GPS Map 232. Powers up OK.
GPS: Furuno GPS GP-31 Navigator. Powers up OK and appears functional.
OTHER ELECTRONICS AND CONTROLS
Antenna(s): VHF, Radar, GPS on cabin top.
Bilge pump switches: One bilge pump switch– powers up bilge pump.
High water alarm: Yes – not tested.
ENGINE INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Throttle and shift controls: Hynautic hydraulic Shift/Throttle controls at helm and front deck station.
Engine room blowers: Engine room blower(s) power up and are fully functional.
Engine status: Livorsi II.
Engines synchronizer: Aqua Meter Ensign 35B engine synchronizer. NOT Tested.
Volt meter(s): Yes, OEM.
Hour meter(s): Port: 3083.6 hrs on meter
Starboard: 3135.6 hrs on meter.
Oil pressure: Yes, OEM.
Temperature: Yes, OEM.
Condition summary: Average condition for age and service of vessel. Some loose and untidy Electronics wiring runs noted.
Damage sighted: Cover for radar dome found cracked.
CABIN INTERIOR APPOINTMENTS
MAIN SALON
Style: Traditional bowpicker layout.
Sole: Linoleum installed.
Bulkheads/Trim: Teak bulkheads with teak trim panels, with teak trim.
Headliner: White vinyl.
Doors: Aluminum watertight door on cabin front.
Engine access: Under double bunk.
Light fixtures: 12 volt cabin lights.
Overall interior condition: Interior is in fair condition for its age and service.
GALLEY
Location: Port side, with Formica type surface counter top.
Sink(s): Single stainless steel deep well.
Water system: Pressurized hot and cold.
Stove: Princess, two burner. LPG No propane tank is not currently installed on vessel. Bracket is empty.
Refrigeration: Norcold, model DE-351D. NOT Tested.
DINETTE
Table type: Small table and seat on starboard side of cabin.
Seating: Forward facing bench.
BERTHS / STATEROOMS
Berths: Two. 3/4 bed over engine compartment and single bunk over it.
HEAD(S)
Number/Location: One head on Starboard side. Toilet removed.
Toilet(s): Removed.
Raw water supply: Raw water intake thru Marelon seacock. Hose is secure.
CABIN HEATER
Manufacturer: Red Dot Heat exchanger heater of engine and a Dickerson “Newport” model Diesel heater.
Exhaust system: Through cabin top.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
D.C. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
D.C. Voltage system: 12 Volt system. Battery Set One: There are three batteries located under the cabin sole compartment that are Group 27 Lead acid which provide service to the main engines and house that are wired in parallel producing 12 volts. Batteries not fully secured. Distribution panel: All DC circuits controlled from the helm station dash. D.C. wiring: Not all well secured. Some loose wiring runs sighted.
A.C. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
A.C. Voltage system: 30 Amp – 120 Volt system. Shore Power: One inlet provided by Marinco 30 Amp capacity.
Shore power cord(s): No shore power cords were sighted.
INVERTER/CONVERTER
Type: Heart Interphase Charger / Inverter, DC to AC Inverter. Not tested.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT / PROPULSION SYSTEM
MAIN ENGINE(S)
Engine specifications Two, MerCruiser, MX-6.2 -MPI Inboard/outdrive, Gasoline, V8 320 HP. Starboard engine.
Engine serial no(s): Port Engine: 8M2001111 / 8M2002299
Starboard Engine: OWO68130.
Engine(s) hours: Port: 3083 hrs on meter
Starboard: 3134 hrs on meter.
Raw water hoses: Good condition-No cracks, soft spots or leakage sighted.
Belts and pulleys: Belts condition are serviceable. No cracks or splits sighted. Pulleys/belts appear to be in line.
Cooling system(s): Fresh water / heat exchanger cooled.
Engine ventilation: Natural ventilation for engine space is provided. Power exhaust ventilation blower(s) are installed.
Engine ground cable: Engines are properly grounded together with a proper size conductor cable.
Flame arrestor(s): Yes- USCG approved.
Fuel pump(s): Engine mounted. No leaks sighted.
Fuel supply lines: USCG B1 flex. No leaks, cracks or soft spots sighted.
Fuel filter(s): Engine mounted, Remote mounted, Racor water separator, fuel filter/water separator.
Engine mounts and beds: Engine mounts appear to be well secured to the support stringers. Interior section for condition of stringers themselves.
Other notes: Starboard engine has PTO on ujoint driving 13GPM Vickers Hydraulic pump which is engage with a Pitts 12v electromagnetic clutch.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
Exhaust manifold: good by visual inspection.
Discharge location(s): Thru out drive prop hub(s).
OUTDRIVE(S)
No/Make/Model: Two, MerCruiser, Bravo One. Drives not inspected. Vessel not hauled.
Serial number(s): Drive serial no’ s: Port is OD733674 Starboard is OD733673.
STEERING SYSTEM
STEERING SYSTEM
Type: Sea Star-Teleflex, Main deck and at helm. Wheel steering, Hydraulic lines and ram. Ram is a BA 50X7 ATM.
Mounting(s): Cylinder & ram actuator well secured-no leaks sighted.
Lines and fittings: Flex hydraulic lines. No leaks sighted.
TANKAGE / PLUMBING
FUEL TANK(S)
No & Location: Two tanks located on the port and starboard sides. under the cabin sole. (Need Repair)
Tank type & capacity: gallons capacity – 5052 Aluminum -capacity is as reported is 125 gallons each for a total of 250 gallons.
Fuel supply lines: USCG B1 flex hose from tank to fuel pump.
Shut off valve(s): At filter.
Vent line/location: Vent located on hull side(s)
Fill line(s) located: Side decks.
Fill pipe & condition: Not sighted due to access.
Inspection/cleaning access: Limited.
Tank(s) condition: Visually good (where accessible)
FRESH WATER TANK(S)
No & locations of tanks: One tank under cabin sole.
Tank(s) type & capacity: Aluminum with a capacity of reportedly 35 gallons.
Tank(s) secured: Yes.
Water pump(s): 12 Volt. Flojet. Not tested. Water system was winterized.
Vent(s) location(s): Side hull.
WATER HEATER
Tank location: Under galley area.
Manufacturer/capacity: Seaward S-600, 6 Gallon capacity
How powered: 110V no heat exchanger installed.
Water heater test: No water. Water heater not tested-No AC Power to vessel for survey.
Pressure relief valve(s): Yes- Drains into bilge area.
Drain fixture(s)/plug(s): Yes- Appears functional.
Tank(s) secured: Yes, Tank is well secured to base.
Inspection/cleaning access: Good.
LPG (PROPANE) TANK(S)
No & location of tanks: Bracket for tank on outside deck with hose and regulator. No tank Currently installed.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
U.S.C.G. REQUIRED
Navigation lights: All Nav lights were found operational Except the following: The starboard (green) light is not operational The stern light is not operational.
Life Jackets(PFD’s): No life jackets (PFD’s) sighted on board.
Throwable type PFD’s: No USCG Type IV throwable PFD device sighted on board vessel.
Visual Distress Signals: None sighted on board.
Sound devices: No sound devices sighted
USCG placards: Both USCG mandated placards (Oil & Garbage) are properly posted.
Flame arrestor(s): Yes- USCG approved.
Engine ventilation: Natural ventilation for engine space is provided, Power exhaust ventilation blower(s) are installed and are fully functional.
FIRE FIGHTING EQUIPMENT- U.S.C.G. Required
Dry Chemical Size II: USCG approved extinguisher(s) sighted at the following locations: Main salon One USCG approved.
BILGE PUMPS
ELECTRIC PUMPS: Two electric pumps. Located at: Engine compartment bilge and one in the fish hold compartment Rule 12 volt, 1500 GPH engine compartment, and a 2000 GPH in the fish hold.
AUXILIARY SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Carbon monoxide detectors: Carbon monoxide fume detectors were not sighted but have been Recommended since 2001 by both ABYC and NFPA.
GROUND TACKLE
Primary anchor: No anchor, line or chain sighted. —— Owner is advised to acquire proper size anchor with chain/anchor line to use in case of emergency or for normal anchoring use.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
D.C. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Battery Set One: There are three batteries located under the cabin sole compartment that are Group 27 Lead acid which provide service to the main engines and house that are wired in parallel producing 12 volts. Batteries not fully secured.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
U.S.C.G. REQUIRED
Navigation lights: All Nav lights were found operational Except the following: The starboard (green) light is not operational The stern light is not operational.
Life Jackets(PFD’s): No life jackets (PFD’s) sighted on board.
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Visual Distress Signals: None sighted on board.
Sound devices: No sound devices sighted.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
D.C. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
D.C. wiring: Not all well secured. Some loose wiring runs sighted.
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
AUXILIARY SAFETY EQUIPMENT
Carbon monoxide detectors: Carbon monoxide fume detectors were not sighted but have been recommended since 2001 by both ABYC and NFPA.
OTHER OBSERVATIONS: These are other less significant maintenance items or observations that if not addressed, could lead to more important priority issues and/or could lead to a reduced vessel market value. The cost of addressing these recommendations is generally minimal.
EXTERIOR HULL & BOTTOM INSPECTION
HULL BOTTOM
Construction material: Vessel was not pulled for bottom inspection. No bottom inspection Performed.
INTERIOR HULL & STRUCTURAL INSPECTION
HULL INTERIOR & STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS
Bilge(s): Forward and aft bilge has some standing discolored water. Bilge spaces are in need of cleaning.
ALL THRU HULL FITTINGS
Sea valves piping: Ribbed hose. Sea cock hoses are all single clamped and appear secure.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
A.C. ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
Shore power cord(s): No shore power cords were sighted.
TANKAGE / PLUMBING
FUEL TANK(S)
Fuel fill grounded: Not sighted due to access
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
GROUND TACKLE
Primary anchor: No anchor, line or chain sighted.
Upgrades:
NEW Crane
NEW Electric Anchor Winch
Price: $45,000 Negotiable
Includes: One Triple Axle trailer
