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100 HP outboard on a sailboat?
"sherwindu" wrote in message ... Reply All, The boat was in fact very well prepared for transport. What was I to do with a 100 outboard engine, put it in the cockpit or on the deck? That sound like a formula for disaster. Amazing how everyone jumped to the defense of this poor trucker. Am I supposed to be grateful that they didn't total my boat. Some of these trucking companies go under the assumption that you have to expect some damage. I don't buy that. If I were a large company shipping my 500000 dollar yacht, you can be sure they would have taken care of any damage. This cowboy trucker was probably driving too close to the vehicle ahead, or fell asleep at the wheel. They are only supposed to drive 8 hours a day, but he made the trip in just over 1 1/2 days, as the only driver. Well, if nobody complains, these companies will continue their bad practices. Seems like nobody cares, and thank goodness, I don't plan any future transports. Sherwin D. Doug Dotson wrote: I guess if the truck had slammed into another vehicle you would be happier. At least you would have gotten a chunk of change from the insurance company. Sounds like the boat was not well prepared for transport. Sudden stops are a part of life when on the road. Have to wonder how well prepared it is for sailing? "sherwindu" wrote in message ... Recently shipped my sailboat from Florida to Racine Wisconsin using American Boat Transport. When boat arrived, mast on deck had shifted foward about 2 feet, although it was secured well in three places. Driver says he noticed shift while driving down the highway. More like he had to do a panic stop. Everything inside the boat was tossed about. Hanging nets came down, etc. Only after the driver left Racine did I notice the outboard bracket was cracked, and luckily the engine did not fall off the boat. American Boat refuses to accept responsibility for this, or pay for a new bracket. There are many reputable boat transporters. I just picked a bad one. Sherwin D. |
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