1974 skier

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   I am travelling this week to look at what i hope will be my first correct craft.  It looks to be in very good condition.  But i have a few questions, Is there any way to check out the trans without putting it in the water and will a optima battery fit in the stock location for a 74 skier(in a box in the floor up front).  THe reason i ask is the guy is reluctant to put it in the water because he says it needs a new battery, well i have a friend who has a new optima he will let me borrow if it will fit in the boat.  Thanks ahead of time, the site that you all have created is great.  Also any other pointers would be greatly welcomed. 

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terrier72 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: May-04-2006 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 4	Post Options Post Reply Quote terrier72 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: 1974 skier Posted: May-15-2006 at 2:36pm
	I am travelling this week to look at what i hope will be my first correct craft. It looks to be in very good condition. But i have a few questions, Is there any way to check out the trans without putting it in the water and will a optima battery fit in the stock location for a 74 skier(in a box in the floor up front). THe reason i ask is the guy is reluctant to put it in the water because he says it needs a new battery, well i have a friend who has a new optima he will let me borrow if it will fit in the boat. Thanks ahead of time, the site that you all have created is great. Also any other pointers would be greatly welcomed.

Nautique2001 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: June-14-2004 Location: Massachusetts Status: Offline Points: 2832	Post Options Post Reply Quote Nautique2001 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: May-15-2006 at 2:40pm
	My opinion, I wouldn't buy a boat without a test drive. The transmission could be worn and slip in the water versus land. Make sure all the mechanical devices work. Don't let a battery be the difference between testing or not testing. Good Luck! Ken
	Nautique 2001

JoeinNY Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: October-19-2005 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 5693	Post Options Post Reply Quote JoeinNY Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: May-15-2006 at 3:57pm
	There is no in the boat way to test the trans out of the water, and when in the water you should make sure it doesnt slip in a good hard turn. My guess is the optima will fit in the box however the connections might not match up.
	1983 Ski Nautique 2001 1967 Mustang 302 "Decoy" Holeshot Video

TRBenj Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Grand Poobah Joined: June-29-2005 Location: NWCT Status: Offline Points: 21129	Post Options Post Reply Quote TRBenj Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: May-15-2006 at 4:52pm
	I dont think you will have any problems fitting an optima battery. The red top I have is quite a bit smaller than a standard automotive battery. Certainly dont buy the boat without a test drive, especially if its just needing a battery! Theres also several things you should inspect on the boat prior to buying. Check the list that M3Fan created here.

Munday Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Gold Member Joined: August-17-2004 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 538	Post Options Post Reply Quote Munday Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: May-15-2006 at 5:09pm
	If he won't test drive it,he'd have to sell it like it was broke!!I've bought boats cobered in snow but it was always a great deal too. Good Luck Munday

terrier72 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: May-04-2006 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 4	Post Options Post Reply Quote terrier72 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: May-15-2006 at 5:37pm
	What would you consider a great deal for a boat like this? THe hull and interior in great shape, just doesnt want to test drive. Sorry for all the questions, i just want to be prepared. THanks, JC

scott8370 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Gold Member Joined: November-30-2005 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 872	Post Options Post Reply Quote scott8370 Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: May-15-2006 at 8:25pm
	A great deal for a 16' Skier in good shape, would be in my opinon 2000.00 or less.
	Scott

Atmspltr Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: May-04-2005 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 170	Post Options Post Reply Quote Atmspltr Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: May-16-2006 at 8:24am
	I have an Optima in my boat...no problem, the casing is a bit smaller and the posts are standard. Good luck
	67 Mustang Resto-Mod

convo Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: July-20-2005 Location: Edinboro Pa Status: Offline Points: 38	Post Options Post Reply Quote convo Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: May-16-2006 at 12:08pm
	I'd be a little worried about someone so reluctant to give you a test drive just because of a dead battery. Seems like a weak excuse to avoid you getting a chance to drive before buying. Makes me wonder if there are other reasons he would rather not have you drive. Be careful.

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