In our ongoing search for a trawler, we have seen some on the west coast that look appealing.* The only problem is that we would need to transport the boat more than *halfway across the country.* Though I've read that alot of people have done this, intuitively I feel the transport must put alot of stress on the boat.* We are looking at older boats that are between 42-45' and 25-30 years old.* I will be making some calls in the next few days to get some quotes, but any guess as to what I'm looking at for transport from Seattle to Duluth?* For anyone who has transported a large boat, any recommendations on transport companies ?
Besides the cost that may turn out prohibitive, the preparation of the boat for transport also seems daunting and additional $$.* If flybridges and other parts need to be disassembled, can I expect potential problems fitting them back?* Also, it would seem to me that I would need to have the boat inspected once it reaches its destination for any damage/stress that occurred during transport.* More $$$$.* Have I missed any other potential problems/costs?
As I write this, I'm quickly convincing myself out of this "adventure".* For those of you who have done a large transport over long distances, please share your opinions, pros/cons and ultimately if it was worth all the hastle.
Thanks for sharing,
Shelli
Besides the cost that may turn out prohibitive, the preparation of the boat for transport also seems daunting and additional $$.* If flybridges and other parts need to be disassembled, can I expect potential problems fitting them back?* Also, it would seem to me that I would need to have the boat inspected once it reaches its destination for any damage/stress that occurred during transport.* More $$$$.* Have I missed any other potential problems/costs?
As I write this, I'm quickly convincing myself out of this "adventure".* For those of you who have done a large transport over long distances, please share your opinions, pros/cons and ultimately if it was worth all the hastle.
Thanks for sharing,
Shelli