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Need info on older Nordic power boat
See the craigslist posting below.
http://denver.craigslist.org/boa/1590142736.html Does anyone recognize what model boat this is? I realize the boat is old, but if I get a reputable mechanic to inspect the mercury outboard, and it is servicable, what other issues to I need to beware of? The hull looks like its in great shape, and the seats show some weathering. The motor was winterized and kept in storage over the winter and supposedly has 10 hours on it since the last overhaul. |
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Need info on older Nordic power boat
"Amigoid" wrote in message ... See the craigslist posting below. http://denver.craigslist.org/boa/1590142736.html Does anyone recognize what model boat this is? I realize the boat is old, but if I get a reputable mechanic to inspect the mercury outboard, and it is servicable, what other issues to I need to beware of? The hull looks like its in great shape, and the seats show some weathering. The motor was winterized and kept in storage over the winter and supposedly has 10 hours on it since the last overhaul. Nordic ski boats were highly regarded many years ago. Hmmm.. make that many, many years ago. They were *the* boat to have in ski clubs and tournaments. I have no idea if it's still the same company. Most boat manufacturers have gone through several ownerships, or folded and the name was purchased. But, back in the 60's they were *the* boat. Eisboch |
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Need info on older Nordic power boat
On Mar 1, 6:22*pm, "Eisboch" wrote:
"Amigoid" wrote in message ... See the craigslist posting below. http://denver.craigslist.org/boa/1590142736.html Does anyone recognize what model boat this is? I realize the boat is old, but if I get a reputable mechanic to inspect the mercury outboard, and it is servicable, what other issues to I need to beware of? *The hull looks like its in great shape, and the seats show some weathering. * The motor was winterized and kept in storage over the winter and supposedly has 10 hours on it since the last overhaul. Nordic ski boats were highly regarded many years ago. *Hmmm.. *make that many, many years ago. They were *the* boat to have in ski clubs and tournaments. I have no idea if it's still the same company. *Most boat manufacturers have gone through several ownerships, or folded and the name was purchased. But, back in the 60's they were *the* boat. Eisboch I'd say it's worth it. I remember the Nordic's and there were lots of boat mfj's that made the same style of boats like Checkmate, Glastron , Outlaw, Sprint, Eagle, etc. i saw most of those being used on the river and mostly is flat water. He's throwing enough stuff in there to sweeten the deal. There was a local that had an 18 foot Taylor (only one I've heard of) that was the same style with a 150 hp Merc. "Black Max" on it. The engine was fine, but the boat was ratty,Gel coat was dull, and seats were considerably weathered and the trailer was a bit rusty and needed tires. Anyhow, he had it advertised in front of his house with a $1900.00 price tag on it. and it sat for about a month, then he dropped it down to $1350.00 and it moved in less than a week. So just by what I'm seeing it looks like a good deal to me. If anything else you could part it out and get your money back. The engine would bring a thousand, and the trailer at least $500.00 So.... |
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Need info on older Nordic power boat
On Mar 1, 5:06*pm, Amigoid wrote:
See the craigslist posting below.http://denver.craigslist.org/boa/1590142736.html Does anyone recognize what model boat this is? I realize the boat is old, but if I get a reputable mechanic to inspect the mercury outboard, and it is servicable, what other issues to I need to beware of? *The hull looks like its in great shape, and the seats show some weathering. * The motor was winterized and kept in storage over the winter and supposedly has 10 hours on it since the last overhaul. I have been able to find out from the manufacturer that its is a Nordic Bubble Deck. They even were able to offer that if I needed parts they would be able to find items that would work with the boat. Understand, this is a company that was sold to a new owner and many of the old records were no longer available. Randy Arrowsmith in the Creative Department at www.nordicboatsusa.com really went the extra mile for me. Having never done business with the company before this, I was really impressed and encouraged by them. I was worried I might end up with something that I'd not be able to repair, much less restore. With that gem of info, I was able to find "Scream and Fly Powerboat and Hight Performance Powerboating Discussion Forums" online. The majority of Nordic boats were jetboats, but some were outboard units and the ones I read about were rated up to 200HP outboards. Since I am not particularly looking to build a super drag boat, but rather one to have fun zipping around the lake on, and pull skis or tubes, I'm sure the old 150HP mercury will be plenty for the task. Now to scrape up the cash! |
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