Avon 5.4m in San Diego, CA

ncp · 28 June 2016, 01:26

Not mine, no affiliation, but seems like a great deal (and is probably devaluing my Avon!!!)

1983 AVON RIB 18ft w/yamaha90

jyasaki · 28 June 2016, 17:02

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I brought it home and blew out the carbs with some fresh fuel and it ran like a sewing machine.

I'm not sure if that's good or bad. :-)

jky

tworotorturbo · 29 June 2016, 01:56

Towing it home now.

Just kidding, but why do I have the urge to buy this? I always wanted an SR5.4

jyasaki · 29 June 2016, 14:29

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Originally Posted by tworotorturbo

Just kidding, but why do I have the urge to buy this? I always wanted an SR5.4

Probably because your name isn't on the title, and you *hate* that...

jky

ncp · 29 June 2016, 14:42

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Originally Posted by tworotorturbo

Towing it home now.

I wouldn't have doubted you for a second.

learning to fly · 29 June 2016, 19:46

this looks like a steal, id advise anyone to buy it if its not a total piece of junk. i have a 5.4 and it is an amazing boat, it weighs only 800 lbs and can handle just about any seas. you will stop well before the bopat will. i am always amazed at how my boat handles and ive had it almost 15 years now.

ncp · 29 June 2016, 21:42

Got one already so I'm good!

SDGANDER · 30 June 2016, 00:59

Wish I had somewhere to store it...

SDG

bowfront26 · 01 July 2016, 19:33

I've been looking at this one for a while now and just secured a place to store it. I am new to the RIB world. ANy tips on what to look for specifically on these SRs? I'm new to boating but know to look for cracks/repairs to floor, hull and transom. Anything else would be greatly appreciated.

tworotorturbo · 02 July 2016, 00:40

Are you taking a look at it tomorrow? Seller said a few people are coming to check it out. Check the transom for rot, seller sent me a few pics and it looks like there are a few aftermarket bolts going through the transom.

bowfront26 · 02 July 2016, 00:59

Turbo,
Yes, I saw the pics and spoke to the owner. I am driving down tomorrow morning. He said the other party would be coming later in the day. I saw the bolts... is that a concern? Obviously Ill make sure it feels solid but is there anything else to look for?

tworotorturbo · 02 July 2016, 01:34

You need to pick that up otherwise I will be forced to buy it

I told him I can be down there Sunday.

Just look for any soft spots, it should be fine. I had him send me some pics of the lower rear tube seams and they looked fine. I wouldn't worry about the tubes being worn from UV or wear, you can add some Hypalon or Seadek. For that price, it will fit your needs perfectly.

If in doubt, just take plenty of pics and post them here. The pros will let you know.

bowfront26 · 02 July 2016, 06:56

Thanks. Hopefully it looks decent and the engine is useable.

bowfront26 · 02 July 2016, 13:21

Turbo,,
Do you have anything for sale if I pass on this? Or maybe just an engine if I only buy the boat?

805.453.8064
Patrick