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We bought a New boat… it’s my old boat!
30 January 2025 · 18 min · 303K views · Beaufort, North Carolina
What this video covers
The owner of the channel repurchases his former CT-56 sailboat, named Naughty Dogs, in Beaufort, North Carolina.Watch He originally owned the vessel from 2019 to 2021 before selling it to a couple who performed a significant refit.0:04 Upgrades include a new electrical system with 800 amp-hours of lithium batteries, a new inverter-charger, a rebuilt generator, and a new electrical panel.9:44 The boat features a bow thruster, a full keel, and a feathering propeller.3:51 Current maintenance requirements include refinishing the extensive exterior teak, applying new anti-skid paint, polishing stainless steel rust spots, and performing a bottom job.3:38 The interior includes a washer and dryer, a water maker, and a master cabin with a bathtub.11:58 The crew plans to reupholster the interior in navy blue and replace the current chart plotter with a B&G unit.9:20 The purchase process involves owner financing until insurance coverage is finalized, followed by Coast Guard registration.6:07 The vessel remains a comfortable, home-like cruiser suitable for long-term living.15:34
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