Thank you Bryan,

Appreciate the input, will make sure I check step, rudder, and headstay where it exits the rig.

Yes, I do have a moisture meter, and will also tap the major areas.

Even though I have been surveying for a very long time it is always helpful to get great insight from owners who have been through the repairs.

Look forward to the inspection/survey and maybe being a Express 27 owners.

:: Check around the mast step (down below too) for signs of
:: crushing by the mast. Its an $800 fix for mine. Bring a
:: water meter and check everything, deck, rudder, hull.
:: Rudder is an expensive repair if intruded. Check for
:: broken strands in the forestay where it enters the
:: compression fitting that connects it to the mast.
::
:: These boats are strong but neglect can take its toll.
::
:: Others can add to this I'm sure.
::
:: :: Hi,
:: ::
:: :: I am surveying an Express 27 on Friday, 28 March and
:: :: would like input from owners on trouble spots to look
:: :: out for.
:: ::
:: :: If you known spots that should be check that are not
:: :: obvious please let me know, on the message board or by
:: :: email.
:: ::
:: :: This boat would be for me to use shorthanded.
:: ::
:: :: Thanks you in advance.