REPAIR, MAINTENANCE, MARKETING, AND LISTING
Repair Rotted Wood
We're not talking about a major restoration, have been through enough of them. We'll show you how to locate problem areas and ways to prevent further damage. Always be on the lookout for rot and address it as soon as possible.
Recaulk Decks
Teak decks are beautiful to look at and provide incredible traction when wet. Neglected they leak and water penetration does more than soak your bunk. It's not fun replacing a deck core nor is it cheap. We'll make sure your deck seams are doing their job.
Minor Electrical
Many older boats have had multiple owners who decided if they can wire a lamp a marine fuse panel can't be much different. We learned long ago there is a big difference. We check, double-check, and re-check every ABYC connection is correct.
2001 C-Dory 22 Cruiser FOR SALE
We can design a brochure, ads plus an online showing to help you sell your boat
Rebuild Portlights
Not many things are more annoying (and destructive) as a leaking port. Sometimes it's nothing more than replacing a gasket— other times they'll need to be removed, rebuilt, and reinstalled. Often time sourcing the parts takes the most time.
Brightwork & Topcoats
We seldom use the more exotic coatings as we are not set up for it. I use Interlux primers and one-part urethanes along with Epifanes products for brightwork... these coatings are easy to touch-up and relatively inexpense.
General Maintenance
Spend your time on the water, let us take care of maintaining your boat. We are experts at paying attention, keeping it clean, and when we see a problem we will solve it for you. Simple really, we help take away your pain. Call today.
Have to love wood
It's not like I was a certified surveyor back in '84. A little rot goes a long way, but then again bringing the Owens back from the wood pile was gratifying to say the least. Turned out beautiful - those admiring her thought she was fiberglass.
Size doesn't matter
One of our most fun restorations was a 1973 Aquarius A23. She was a mess - deck and cabintop recored, portlights rebuilt, fuel locker fabricated, bimini install, solar charger, just a lot of fun things. Sailed it a thousand miles a year - Joakim bought it. Took it from MN to his new home in Boston. He bought a pot for family lobster dinners and trailers her every where in Maine from Acadia National Park to Casco Bay.
Boats For Sale
We have a number of classics in the process of refurbishing... we keep our eyes open for good boats we can buy right. Then we spend the hundreds of hours necessary to inspect and bring them back to about good as new... more often better than original.
We enjoy our craft and, maybe even more so, helping others enjoy the water in comfort. We will always do our best to give you an honest days work and we carry that attitude with us as we refurbish boats.
2001 C-Dory 22 Cruiser FOR SALE $39500
A progress boat where the owner has decided there's too much on the plate.
There are still a few items that have not yet been installed, and some additional preparations are needed before one can hop in and head out for a month.
That said, the boat has undergone extensive upgrades. The spotlight, wiper, and horn need to be installed and some of the wiring cleaned up.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me, and I will provide you with all the details. 763-234-8008
The 2001 C-Dory 22 Cruiser is a 22-foot, lightweight "pocket cruiser" known for fuel efficiency and a 7'8" beam, powered by a single 115HP Yamaha 4-stroke outboard, recently serviced. It features a 52 gallon fuel tank, a 6'4" headroom pilothouse, and a shallow 7" draft. It weighs ~1,925 lbs dry (approx. 3,500-4,390 lbs on a trailer) and sleeps up to 4, making it highly trailerable.
Key Specifications:
Length Overall (LOA): 22' 0"
Beam: 7' 8"
Dry Weight: ~1,925 lbs
Draft: 7 inches (motor up)
Fuel Capacity: 52 gallons
Max HP: 115 HP
Headroom: 6' 4"
Construction:
Composite core & fiberglass
Performance & Efficiency:
Cruising Speed: 17-20 mph
Top Speed: 30-32 mph
Fuel Economy: Often exceeds 4-5 miles per gallon
Planning Speed: As low as 10 mph
Cabin & Deck Features:
Sleeping/Living: Features a forward 6'3" V-berth with privacy curtain and a dinette that converts into a 6'2" berth.
Galley:
Starboard side galley with stainless sink and 18-gallon water supply.
Head:
no porta-potty
Windows:
Sliding side windows and a center-opening windshield.
Cockpit: 4'6" long x 5'8" wide self-bailing cockpit.
Key Considerations
Design:
The flat-bottom hull offers great fuel efficiency and shallow water access but can result in a harder ride in rough chop.
Towing:
Easily towed by mid-size trucks or SUVs due to low total weight.
Usage:
Ideal for year-round cruising, fishing, or camping due to the fully enclosed hardtop.
Updates:
Garmin GPSMAP 723XSV with Navionics Vision+ for the U.S. South
Garmin GMR 18HD+ Radar
GT52-HW Transducer
NMEA2000 networking
Standard Horizon GX2400 VHF/AIS
Standard Horizon 240SW 5 x 7 Hailer/PA/ListenBack Horn
Shakespeare 3004 SeaWatch TV Antenna with swivel TV
Blue Sea ELCI Main 30A Double Pole + 2 Positions
ProSportHD Series 2 Bank Marine Battery Charger
LiTime 100AH LifePO4 2-battery house bank
BODEGACOOLER 12 Volt Drawer Refrigerator
Lewmar Pro Fish 1000 Windlass
Trailer:
Included
Observations
This boat was purchased with the idea of cruising the ICW and do so in relative comfort and safety. I have known the owner for years (he bought my restored Grand Banks 32 woodie seen on this site)... I sold his GB32 as the wood maintenance was just more than he could handle. Found this trailerable C-Dory and said... "Let's go for it."
These photos represent a boat that has been sitting on the trailer for years, the previous own died (I think), and for the asteroid couple of years I have been working to get it cruise-ready. There are still things to do such as cleaning up the wiring with wire-ties and tubing... but overall it is good to go.
Image Descriptions
The gelcoat shows sun damage and could use a coating, stress cracks as per usual but nothing horrible. The Garmin, Standard-Horizon, and Shakespeare Electronics are new... US South Navionics+ Vision is loaded in the GPSMAP (US Inland Lakes Navionics+ is in the box).
I think some of the outlets can be arranged differently but, a new owner may have some other ideas as to where they want to run 110V. The woodwork needs a good cleaning and prep for oiling or varnish, cushions are not bad and a steam-cleaning would do wonders (dusty for sure). Carpet is old but serviceable and there is no porta-potty (kinda would want a new one no matter).
The 2001 Yamaha was just gone through to the tune of $800, not sure of the hours though. I believe a digital connection was added to the outboard and can connect to the Garmin GPSMAP - I have not plugged it in to test.
The two LifePO4 100AH batteries are kept topped up with the Mariner Pro charger... the inverter was never ordered. New 30A shore power connects to the Blue Sea ELCI 30 panel. Navigation safety was a concern so lights are new, VHF is AIS/DSC capable, the GT-52 sonar show what's under you, the windlass makes anchoring pretty easy.
Overall Condition
In my opinion this boat is a pretty solid "7" in terms of condition. The TV is nice and the refrigerator keeps a short week's worth of food cold. There is some minor cracking where the cabin has a step-up to the V-berth... a pretty simple MarineTex repair would do wonders. For me to make it a 9 would take a few weeks of elbow grease and thinking about how I want it set up.
I personally own larger boats but this small trailerable will get you places my 48" draft and 8 knot speed could never do.
SORRY, THIS ONE SOLD
Cape Dory CD10 -SOLD
Sailing dory with a broad wineglass transom— rows easily through the water, yet when utilizing the Gunter rig is stable when heeling.
This forgiving dinghy is suitable for a variety of uses — ideal for kids learning to sail, a 2.5 4-stroke moves it easily, styro-flotation, and at 150 lb easy to move about. $2850
1976 Uniflite 36DC aft cabin
The hard work has been done... needs some reinstallation on the flying bridge and interior headliner/floor covering. This project is on hold while the Grand Banks is completed - it is available for sale in it's current condition. 15495.00 USD
MECHANICALS
454/350 Crusaders are in excellent condition with 930 hours and complete maintenance done. All hoses replaced, new belts, super clean running, all new ABYC guided wiring thru out, new AC/DC Blue Sea panel, switches, fuses, all checked/renewed in a workmanlike manner the surveyor found excellent. The fuel tanks are rebuilt, with new fittings and shut-offs, in addition a to the new Dometic Vacuflush fresh water toilets. The space for the genset is wired, Onan removed and needs engine rebuild... previous owner told me the winding good. (long block on-line at $800)
Basically all mechanicals are in excellent condition.
LIVING SPACE
The salon was gutted during the rebuild and all headliners and carpet removed - allowed a problem area in the cabin to be addressed and updated, the new teak paneling has been installed in the salon and only needs final trimming out and some varnish, and the new floor painted. The rest of the interior is as to be expected for an aft cabin cruiser with V-berth, galley, head/shower forward and twin bed aft cabin with head/shower. This is a very comfortable boat to say the least.
FLYING BRIDGE
The bridge was removed when the cabin was repaired (common problem fixed). It has been reinstalled but gauges, side panels, and seating not installed... not a big deal, just will take some time to put it back together. The full-canvas enclosure is in very good condition - all seams have been restitched and any chaff areas repaired. Proctor Canvas says it's in excellent condition. The seats are in excellent condition - really, this is not a huge project and allows you to customize to your liking as you reassemble.
NOTES
This is not a difficult project to undertake, will make a great summer cabin on the water, and is a worthy investment. Uniflites are solid boats, fire-retardent and this one not only has all you need, but all of the problem areas addressed and upgraded. What needs to be done is cosmetic allowing you can choose how to decorate to suit your taste(s).
I have been restoring boats for almost 40 years - the past 6 have been spent on a 1972 Grand Banks 32 for The Great Loop and this year the Uniflite has been used as a hotel while working on the Baby Grand. My intention was finish the installs on the Uniflite and use it for my summer Duluth cabin - as one gets older plans change.
If interested let me know - recent Survey available - inspection by appointment. 12495.00 USD
Located in Duluth MN.
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