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Our Venture 23 is now happily snug on the buoy out front. It is sporting it’s new bottom paint done by Schooner Creek out of Portland. I have to say I’m more than pleased with the job they did. Seth did a great job and did it when he said he would do it! Nice, knowledgable guy! I was told these...

So . . . I just left the local DOL office here; Whidbey Island, WA. When we bought the boat (2012 Venture 23) a month ago I went in to the office with all my paperwork and a big check. I was told that my HIN number was wrong; 13 rather than 12 digits. I was told to come back with a photo of the...

Byrdman, the trailer is a Magic Tilt tandem axle with newer pads / rotors. Thanks for the interest.

Thanks for the information Rob. I’ve already committed to Schooner Creek. I too have heard that they are on the pricey side. Given that I know little about bottom painting and preparation I guess I’ll have to mentally write off the premium I’m paying for the confidence that the job will be done...

Thanks Byrdman. I certainly appreciate all the advice shared by the C-Brats. The boat is now scheduled for bottom paint at Schooner Creek. There is another dimension to my puzzle for me to share. Our plan for the boat is for it to spend the season on a buoy and the remainder of the year in the...

Thanks Harvey. I’ll make note of that. Right now logistics dictate that this work be done in Portland 😐 MHA

Harvey, no present need for electronics (knock wood!). The boat will be headed up to Washington / Whidbey Island so I’ll need some additional recommendations sometime soon. In the meantime any more suggestions for bottom painters in the Portland area?

Thanks DayBreak! Schooners is one on my list so your endorsement is really appreciated!

We are purchasing a C-Dory in Portland OR and we’re hoping to have the bottom paint redone there before bringing the boat north. I’m hoping to harvest some of your well-earned wisdom. I’m need recommendations (both yay or nay) for and outfit in Portland to do the work. Can you help me out? Thanks!