# 4.4m SportsManCraft - Ski/Runabout - Fibre

[Justaminnow]

Hi there,
I'm a virgin poster, so please be gentle.

I have just agreed to buy a sportsmancraft. I understand this is a old make. Before I hand over my hard earned - what main thing should I be looking for in the hull or floor? As my ID suggests - I am new to this caper.
Seller says all is structually sound.

I hope someone can help.

[bin_lookin]

being glass you can start with the deck top look at general condition no cracks or splits or faded spots if has got any may suggest stress .then the floor with shoes of use your heel and dig it in to make shore there is no soft spots .trim motor up as far as it will go and place the leg on your shoulder and left up and down and look at transom make shre no flex hope this helps a little cheers bin lookin

[Justaminnow]

Thanks for the tip bin_lookin.

[Sportfish_5]

Have a good look at the trailer and get the engine looked at as well. They could cost you a packet if not OK and spoil the whole boating experience for you and the family.


Cheers

Greg

[Justaminnow]

Thanks Greg,

Will check both of them. Seller says all is good with the engine and starts 1st time - but I'll make sure its all up and running before handing the dosh over.