Hi all, I'm looking at an 07 chaparall 210 ssi. After looking the boat over, the ONLY initial concern I have is the lack of engine access.
How big of a concern is this? It seems like it should be a pretty big factor in purchasing a 15yr old boat. If I'm going to attempt my own maintenance, I feel like this could add a huge headache. Let's assume I simply have a shop/mechanic work on it... will this cramped compartment add a factor to labor cost?
It is pretty well blocked off and sealed on the sides, but even worse, access above and behind seems pretty well cut off. Really only the bow half of the engine is exposed.
Anyone with experience with boats with jump seats around motor bay / engine compartment like this feel like weighing in?
How big of a concern is this? It seems like it should be a pretty big factor in purchasing a 15yr old boat. If I'm going to attempt my own maintenance, I feel like this could add a huge headache. Let's assume I simply have a shop/mechanic work on it... will this cramped compartment add a factor to labor cost?
It is pretty well blocked off and sealed on the sides, but even worse, access above and behind seems pretty well cut off. Really only the bow half of the engine is exposed.
Anyone with experience with boats with jump seats around motor bay / engine compartment like this feel like weighing in?
