20ft c-dory

ifishalot2@yahoo.com · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 12:44 am Post subject: 20ft c-dory

20ft c-dory lavero can't find any info is this Boat a fake?any info on this boat really confused

Sea Wolf · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 12:59 am Post subject:

Do you have any photos of this boat?

Does the registration and or pink slip say it is a C-Dory?

What is the Identification number on the starboard side of the transom? It will be a number like DOR200238D87, or something like that, more or less, depending on the age of the boat.

How is it powered? By outboard? Inboard? Jet drive?

Does it have a cabin? Is it totally enclosed?

Does it look like a boat in the C-Dory family?

Who did you obtain it from? Do you know the history of the boat?

There were some custom, one of a kind, C-Dorys made by the factory back in the 1980's and a little later. Maybe you have one of these?

Joe.

ifishalot2@yahoo.com · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 1:17 am Post subject: pictures c dory lavero

how do i do that add pictures

Sea Wolf · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 1:45 am Post subject: Re: pictures c dory lavero

SENSEI · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 1:47 am Post subject:

there is a dory style boat that is made by lavro
it is a nice boat and is outboard powered with a motor well inside the transom of the boat

starcrafttom · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 11:50 am Post subject:

i often see one of these fishing out of everett in the summer. looks like a good day fisher and crab boat.

Byrdman · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 12:46 pm Post subject:

Looks like a nice rifle locker on the port side too... Maybe a bit of deer hunting from the boat??

ifishalot2@yahoo.com · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 1:06 pm Post subject: thank you

that's it!!! know anything about them, floatation structure ect

Captains Cat · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 1:20 pm Post subject:

Here's one for sale in the S.F. Bay area on craigs list.

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/boa/460811773.html

It's NOT a C-Dory....

Charlie

Sea Wolf · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 1:21 pm Post subject:

Here's a Craig's LIst ad for one for sale in the S.F. Bay Area:

LAVRO 20 FT. SEA C DORY Fishing Boat - $3900

Looks like the photo Roger posted to me!

Has link to more photos in ad. LINK

Check out that link above! Seimi-Double-Ender with Inboard Mounted 70 hp Evinrude with Tunnel Drive!
Sold as a drift boat!

And here's the manufacturer's website:Lavro Boats

Joe.

Sea Wolf · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 1:50 pm Post subject:

ifishalot-

I notice your home address is in Saratoga, Ca. (South Bay Area) where the Auction Dealer listed on Craig's List is also located. Are you a potential customer, the Dealer, owner, or another owner?

Joe.

ifishalot2@yahoo.com · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 2:25 pm Post subject: top of the list

I think im at the top of the list got a appointment later on, do you think this boat is worth it! 33hrs on motor and look brand new i sort of like the style thanks for All your help

Sea Wolf · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 2:46 pm Post subject:

ifishalot-

The boat hasn't been run in 20 years, so you can plan on going through a general service and carburetor cleaning on both motors, which will cost ~$600-$1000 in the Bay Area.

Be sure to look at the upolstery, canvas top, and any other fabric or soft parts for wear and deterioration, even though it hasn't been used for awhile.

The basic fiberglass hull should be structurally sound. Check out the hull fittings for tightness. The wood sponsons/spray rails at the sides of the rear will need refinishing at least. Check for severe cracks that would necessitate replacement.

Are the steering and motor controls intact and working? The gas tanks will have to be drained, flushed out, etc. Fuel hoses will need replacement, they get brittle and cracked with age. Don't try to run any of the old gas through the motor to start it! You will need a new battery.

You'll need to pack or replace the seals and wheel bearings, too. How about the tires? They are probably cracked on the sidewalls and in need of replacement. Is there a spare?

I wouldn't be surprised if the trailer needs touch-up painting over the galvanized finish here and there after 20 years or so. Does it have workable lights? How about hydraulic brakes? Does it have a tongue jack and does it work?

Are there mats or carpet on the floor? Any replacement necessary?

Whether or not the boat's worth $3900 depends largely on it's condition and the cost to fix it up. I would not be surprised if it cost something in the neighborhood of $2000 to restore it fully. From the looks of the manufacturer's standards, the hull would be well built like a C-Dory and good for a lifetime of fun. It would be a great boat for larger rivers like the Sacramento.

Joe.

tsturm · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 4:43 pm Post subject: Re: top of the list

thataway · Posted: Mon Oct 29, 2007 7:01 pm Post subject:

The hull looks a bit like the Bartenders--which are also semi dories. Another potential issue, is the "spray rails" on the aft. These are probably after market--the boat has a semi canoe stern, and the motor set in a well--there is not as much lifting surface in the buttock area, as there is in a real C Dory. This may make this boat difficult to get up on a plane.

I suspect that the hull is well built. It is rolled gunnel with no liner, and no real hull to deck joint, aft of the cabin house. The house is fastened to this rolled gunnel construction is rugged and strong. It is ulitarian.

There is a good possibility that the engine is siezed up--if it has not been run in 20 years-- Also consider that with this design, you will be pressed to put one of the heavier 4 stroke engines on the hull.

Is it worth it? Probably--especially if the engine is free (turn the flywheel by hand). It looks like a most interesting boat--and should serve you well in the Delta area. I think that this is a very interesting boat from a design respective--you will be buying "As is, where is, no sea trial".