Thanks for the input. There is a lot of work needed, but we agreed on a price today. Should have her in my shop in two weeks an sailing by May.

:: 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.