Dufour is a French production sailing yacht seen widely in charter and private use.
1. Why a Separate Guide for Dufour?
The survey concentrates on how the internal structure is bonded to the hull and on deck watertightness.
Common models: Grand Large 360, 390, 412, 460; Performance serisi.
2. What We Look at Closely
On top of the standard survey scope, these are the points we pay particular attention to on a Dufour. They are not faults of the make; they are where findings most often appear on boats of this type and use.
Internal structure and hull bond
Where the grid or liner is bonded to the hull is sounded and inspected; separation can show up as creaking and misaligned locker doors.
Keel bolts and joint
Nuts, washers and surrounding laminate; the external joint is checked for cracking.
Deck and window sealing
Window frames, hatches and hardware fastenings; deck core moisture readings.
Chainplates
Fittings that carry rig loads into the hull are checked for corrosion, cracking and water tracks.
Rudder
Rudder play and bearings; moisture readings on the blade.
Machinery and systems
Engine under load; panel, battery bank and charging measured.
Points We Pay Attention To on This Make
These are not claims of defects. They are the places we spend extra time on boats of this build; every boat is judged on its own use and maintenance history.
Grand Large and other ranges
- Keel-to-hull joint and bolts.
- On twin-wheel models, both rudder bearings separately.
- Sealing around deck hardware.
- Internal grid bonds.
- On ex-charter boats, interior, pumps and fresh-water system.
- Saildrive seal and replacement date.
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