mattcrout Posted November 29, 2020 Share Posted November 29, 2020 I'm looking at a used 87 Ski Supreme, and while the owner put a lot of work into the motor, new driveshaft bearings, new upholstery, there are a lot of chips of paint all along the water line, as well as down the centerline keel. The owners didn't seem worried about it. It's been out of the water for about 18 months. What would it cost to fix the paint, or is it a lost cause and I should do a hard pass on this boat, even if it is mechanically in good shape? Thanks in advance! https://photos.app.goo.gl/AvdWpvZSER7FP7FB6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted November 29, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2020 In my opinion, if looking at that era used boats I’d strongly recommend others besides Supreme . 85-95 window - Plenty of great Mastercraft, Brendella, Correct Craft, and others . Supremes had some issues. To your question of gel-coat nicks and chips, quality gel coat repairs are expensive. Looks like that boats had a rough life . You can go with other fillers and paint if ok with that approach . You’ll need estimates from from those who do that sort of work . Also not sure if that vintage Supreme has wood stringers and flooring. If so another negative . Personally..... I’d pass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Rednucleus Posted November 29, 2020 Baller_ Share Posted November 29, 2020 What's your budget; what kind of skiing - course, open water, big lake, small lake etc ... BTW Welcome, lots of folks here eager to help you spend your $$$ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller liquid d Posted November 29, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2020 Run! The chine lock on that boat is nutz! haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skiinxs Posted November 29, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2020 If the hull identification number has a G in it, chine lock tendencies could be an issue. (that was the G mold) Fiberglass stringers started in 86. If you run the boat and it porpoises a little bit at wide open throttle, it is probably not one of the chine walkers. If it leans to the driver side and doesn't porpoise, pass on it. The chine lock can be fixed / reduced by taking hook off of the port side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller KRoundy Posted November 29, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2020 As others have mentioned, but not stated plainly, that is gel-coat, not paint. For it to look like that means there has been some abuse or some serious issues with the fiberglass underneath. I’d pass, unless you want to strip that boat completely, prep and respray the entire hull with new ge-coat. Not impossible, people do it, but even if you do it yourself is going to be a good amount of time and money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattcrout Posted November 29, 2020 Author Share Posted November 29, 2020 Thanks all. We might up our budget to 10-15k and see what we can find. I realize Nov/Dec isn’t the best time of year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted November 29, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2020 Um, ski it. Awful wake...stiff as hell. Bad era of supreme. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted November 29, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2020 Was the hull painted at some point, or are the chips in the original gel coat? Photos may be helpful for The folks here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skimtb Posted November 29, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2020 10-15 should get you a nice boat. Do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Johnseed Posted November 30, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 30, 2020 From the pic it doesn't look like paint chipping but the actual gel coat peeling away. Probably best to stay away as others have said. I agree with @skimtb that $10-$15k will get you something way way better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skiinxs Posted November 30, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 30, 2020 Just looked at the picture, looks like a bad repair coming off to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller MDB1056 Posted November 30, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 30, 2020 @mattcrout - for $10-$15K with SO many better boat options out there, not sure why you'd stay interested in this Supreme. Just saw a solid looking 2001 CC 196 on SIA for under $9K. Light years ahead........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 6balls Posted November 30, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 30, 2020 https://www.ski-it-again.com/php/skiitagain.php?endless=summer&topic=Search&category=Boat_3Event&postid=58596 Great price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BraceMaker Posted November 30, 2020 Baller Share Posted November 30, 2020 The non cosmetic strong repair for that keel is Marine Tex. Tool it as smooth as possible and block sand and it's tougher than gelcoat. Wouldn't but it as it sits but for a keel you will at least prevent water intrusion and erosion of the gel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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