Took the plunge today

[Briankinley2004]

I am now an official member of the Hatteras club. I closed on a 1985 55' Convertible. It needs a lot of TLC so I am sure I will be asking questions on here. Engines checked out good on the mechanical survey but there is a long list of deferred maintenance from the survey. I have a twisted passion for fixing things so I plan to fix her up and eventually do some long range trips once I semi-retire

 

[big papa]

Congratulations!!!!!!!

Keep us informed on your projects.

This forum is very familiar with Hats'

Share some before and after pics....

 

[SEVEN]

Congratulations and welcome to the Hatteras forum. This is an outstanding location for finding out firsthand how to repair and take care of your new baby. Everyone here knows these boats intimately. Please make sure you post a number of before and after photos so we can follow your progress. One thing I would add that I learned early on was never ever throw anything away until you’re absolutely certain where goes and what it used for. You will thank me for that advice in the near future. Again welcome.

 

[SEVEN]

You might want to update your profile so we know where you’re located.

 

[Tim Powell]

I am now an official member of the Hatteras club. I closed on a 1985 55' Convertible. It needs a lot of TLC so I am sure I will be asking questions on here. Engines checked out good on the mechanical survey but there is a long list of deferred maintenance from the survey. I have a twisted passion for fixing things so I plan to fix her up and eventually do some long range trips once I semi-retire

Send some picks or a old link. Way to go !!!!!!!!

 

[Briankinley2004]

http://amyachts.com/our-listings/19...madisonville-louisiana-united-states-6202698/

Thats the link with broker pics. I will definitely take some later this week, before and after. Thanks for everything

 

[wpc691]

Congrats! Better hurry up and “semi-retire” - you have a new full time job ))

 

[racclarkson@gmail.com]

Nice boat. I’ve got the 83 version. Let me know if I can help.

 

[rustybucket]

congrats!!! Welcome to the family!!

 

[captcrunch]

Congrats!

 

[Fish Tales]

Welcome aboard.

That is a pretty boat, I am sure she will provide many years of pleasure. Or at least until you go for a ride on a larger one.

Have a great week,
Tim

 

[Outfitter]

Awesome, the interior wood looks nice. You gonna keep the name?

 

[spartonboat1]

Congrats! The ER looks pretty good, at the glance in the pics, so you could be ahead of the game there. Just remember the two prime of a boat: 1st- float, 2nd go. Make sure all the thru hulls and esp. the hoses are sound. Since Hatt thru-hulls are very tough, that should like easier. Also looks nice cosmetically. Nice looking boat!

 

[Briankinley2004]

Nice boat. I’ve got the 83 version. Let me know if I can help.

Robert need your help already lol. I need to hook the shore water up. There are taps on the port and starboard side. I know one is probably saltwater wash, one is shore water and one is probably a tank fill. None are labeled. Do you know? Also anyone know where to get the quick connect fitting for hose end? I have looked all over boat and can't find one

 

[Briankinley2004]

Outfitter we are changing the name to "Southern Drawl". We both have heavy accents and people thing we are from Texas. On the thru hulls I plan to check them out. My main goal tomorrow is to get all bilge pumps working and to get water on the boat so we can sleep there. Wife will be cleaning and scrubbing inside. I will take pictures of projects as they occur. There will be many

 

[racclarkson@gmail.com]

Robert need your help already lol. I need to hook the shore water up. There are taps on the port and starboard side. I know one is probably saltwater wash, one is shore water and one is probably a tank fill. None are labeled. Do you know? Also anyone know where to get the quick connect fitting for hose end? I have looked all over boat and can't find one

port side under cockpit coming about 2’ from the transom. Tank fill is stbd foredeck. You can reach me at 803-238-3510 if you like.

 

[jim rosenthal]

Nice boat. Looks like a bargain from the asking price.

 

[RonNP]

Great looking boat! Love having a Hatteras. The only downfall is my wallet is slimmer every month but its worth the $

 

[tonytrakovich]

Brian. Congrats on your purchase. Hopefully "Southern Drawl" will bring you years of good times. There is a ton of knowledge on this site and the members share it willingly. There are also some boat repairers and vendors for parts. And of course Sams has everything Hatteras. One piece of advice that was given to me when I first got Bella Sophia was to use my fresh water tank. It keeps it fresh and exercises the pump. If you do decide to use dock water, turn it off when you leave boat. If you break a pipe on board while hooked up to dock water, it could be trouble. You can't sink your boat with water you all ready have on board.Good luck and most of all, have fun!

 

[Boatsb]

Brian. Congrats on your purchase. Hopefully "Southern Drawl" will bring you years of good times. There is a ton of knowledge on this site and the members share it willingly. There are also some boat repairers and vendors for parts. And of course Sams has everything Hatteras. One piece of advice that was given to me when I first got Bella Sophia was to use my fresh water tank. It keeps it fresh and exercises the pump. If you do decide to use dock water, turn it off when you leave boat. If you break a pipe on board while hooked up to dock water, it could be trouble. You can't sink your boat with water you all ready have on board.Good luck and most of all, have fun!

X10

Fresh water sitting in a tank becomes nasty. And not sinking is a good thing.