Covering Hull Number

Kamper · 09-28-2015, 07:13 AM

If the original numbers aren't visible for inspection, things will get awkward if they are ever checked. I expect the boat might be impounded and the swim platform removed to make the numbers visible. There might be a fine and quite probably you would be responsible for the costs and any damages.

You can expect to repeat this procedure when checked by any other jurisdiction. You will likely be told to not re-install the swim platform so it may not come to that!

It may not be 'practical' but if you really want that particular platform, get a mechanic to cut an inspection port in the right spot. The only other alternatives that I can see are to get a different boat or try another platform design.

Good luck!

09-28-2015, 07:13 AM	#3
Kamper Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Thornton's Ferry Posts: 1,314 Thanks: 67 Thanked 172 Times in 128 Posts	If the original numbers aren't visible for inspection, things will get awkward if they are ever checked. I expect the boat might be impounded and the swim platform removed to make the numbers visible. There might be a fine and quite probably you would be responsible for the costs and any damages. You can expect to repeat this procedure when checked by any other jurisdiction. You will likely be told to not re-install the swim platform so it may not come to that! It may not be 'practical' but if you really want that particular platform, get a mechanic to cut an inspection port in the right spot. The only other alternatives that I can see are to get a different boat or try another platform design. Good luck!