The Problem With "Condemned"
When a marine gyro stabilizer is declared "condemned" by an authorized dealer, the typical recommendation is a full replacement — often costing $50,000 to $200,000 or more. But here is what many vessel owners do not know:
- Dealers are incentivized to sell new units, not repair old ones
- Many "condemned" units have repairable issues that dealers do not address
- Corrosion damage, bearing wear, and electronics faults are often fixable at a fraction of replacement cost
- Some "condemnations" are based on visual inspection alone, without proper diagnostic data
Our Second Opinion Process
- Initial Review: We examine the condemnation report and any available service history.
- On-Board Diagnostics: We bring our diagnostic equipment to your vessel and capture real performance data.
- Physical Inspection: We inspect every mechanical and electrical component, including areas the original assessment may have missed.
- Written Report: You receive a detailed report with photos, data, repair options, and cost estimates.
- Decision Support: We walk you through every option — repair, upgrade, or replacement — with no sales pressure.
Real Results
Vessel owners who came to us for a second opinion have saved an average of $40,000+ by choosing repair over unnecessary replacement. In several cases, units that were condemned for "irreparable corrosion" needed only zinc system replacement and protective coating — a $3,000 repair instead of a $75,000 replacement.