JRM, it sounds good to me ( for all that's worth
)
This would make a good thread. " Does the
surveyor really need to be present at sea trial ?"
I never really saw the great value in having my
surveyor present, ( I know I'll get flamed for that!). Sea trials always seemed about fit, does the
boat sail the way I expected, does she fit with what I want. The nuts and bolts stuff I always left to the
survey day. Of course, I'm going to feel her
rudder under load of sail, go down below and look for flexing, look at the
deck to
hull joint etc. But these potential issues would show themselves during
survey too.
You are very lucky to have a friend willing to lend his expertise, he will give you
advice and wisdom a surveyor would steer clear of, I think that is a good thing.
Have fun! F31 are great boats,
Ocean Girl