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Capt. Kurt
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Initially Posted - 02/07/2006 :  13:31:37  Show Profile
What is Catalina's warranty on cracks in the fiberglass? Is this considered a manufacturing defect? I am getting spider cracks near the base of the galley sink, and the boat is only 18 mo old (1st owner).

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frog0911
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Response Posted - 02/07/2006 :  14:34:34  Show Profile
First time I have heard of spider cracks in the interior of a 250. I would call my dealer about the problem. He should call Catalina for you. I would assume they will want you to send pictures so I would have them ready. Catalina has a rep of taking care of their customers, one reason I stuck with Catalina when I got the new boat, it might take awhile, but I am sure they will take care of your problem. I for one, would be interested in some pictures of the cracks. I may have them and not know it, since I may not look in the area very often or at all.
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cathluk
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Response Posted - 02/07/2006 :  16:22:26  Show Profile
I have some minor spider cracks at the same location, but my boat is a '97 so I'm not too concerned & they're clearly not structural. After only 18 months seems a little premature - I'd call Catalina as Frog suggested.
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frankr
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Response Posted - 02/08/2006 :  07:14:43  Show Profile
Catalina's policy toward gel coats cracks are - they are cosmetic and not covered. - That's what they told me.
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jking
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Response Posted - 02/08/2006 :  09:46:11  Show Profile
Is there no warranty on the gelcoat, as there is from other manufacturers?
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dlucier
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Response Posted - 02/08/2006 :  10:02:34  Show Profile
Regarding gelcoat cracks, just like door dings on a new car, I would imagine it would be hard for the factory to provide a warranty for gelcoat cracks since so many non-factory things can induce them like improper storage and hauling, trailering bumps and bruises, or the 300lb guest perched on the stern rail seats.
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Steve Milby
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Response Posted - 02/08/2006 :  10:09:40  Show Profile
Call Catalina. They're very good about satisfying any reasonable complaints.
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