Fuel Capacity for Chaparral 205?

[Chum Slick]

Does anyone know the fuel capacity of a 1985 Chaparral 205 20' W/A Cuddy? I tried manufacture but could not get any info. Also, does anyone have any good or bad comments about this particular boat? I found one in mint condition for a really good price but can't find any details or specs from the manufacture. The current owner doesn't have any manuals.

 

[Spidybot]

Re: Fuel Capacity for Chaparral 205?

I'll get back to you later today. At home I have a brochure - just can't say what year.<br /><br />In the meanwhile you might do a search on this board for 'Chaparral' - it returns 98 hits.

 

[Spidybot]

Re: Fuel Capacity for Chaparral 205?

Nah - my brochure is 1990, from their 25th anniversary.<br /><br />Has a 204 though: <br />Fuel capacity 47 gallon.<br />Lenght 20'10"<br />Centre line 19'3"<br />Beam 8'<br />Approx weight 2200 lbs<br />Max hp 175<br />Bridge clearance 6'1"<br />Cabin headroom 3'10"<br />Deadrise at transom 17<br />Draft down/up 33"/16"<br />Sleeping 2<br />Transom height 25"<br /><br />Carpeting ship side<br />Forward V-berth with storage<br />Formica forwd bulkhead<br />Porta-Pottie<br />Canvas top<br />Chest, insulated w/ drain<br />Lockable cabin door<br />Plexiglas cabin door<br />Two bucket seats<br />Side storage compartments<br />SS steering wheel<br />Storage under helm<br />Vinyl interior<br />Anchor locker & roller<br />Forwd deck cusions<br />Various color opts.<br />SS deck hardware<br />Tinted cabin windows<br />Electrics fused<br />Bilge pump<br />Battery box<br />DC connector<br />Fuel tank w/ gauge<br />Cabin light<br />Navigational lights<br />SS horn<br />+ a number of optional equipments

 

[PeteHarris]

Re: Fuel Capacity for Chaparral 205?

It's right at about 50 gals (47 sounds right). I have one and love it. Very solid boat and easy to work on and around. Mine has a 4bbl 350 and tops out around 58mph. I can water ski all weekend on 2/3 of a tank. I use mine fishing in the ocean as often as I can and the cuddy really helps to cut through bigger waves and keep you dry. <br /><br />Check the deck and rear seats as they are plywood and can dry rot.