posted 08-10-2010 08:59 PM ET (US)        

Here is the information on the missing vessel:

-1986 Boston Whaler Revenge 22 W-T Desert Tan hull with large "Lost Sailor" name on both sides. Connecticut Registration CT 0429 BD. Boston Whaler HIN#BWC5605F586. One distinctive feature on this boat is the middle section of the stern seat rail has been removed for motor clearance (see images).

-2010 Evinrude E-Tec 225 HP DPXIS outboard motor has scratch on port side of cover. Evinrude Serial no: 5268528

Missing from its mooring in Black Rock Harbor, Bridgeport, Connecticut since Sunday August 8, 2010.
http://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&q=Fairfield%2CCt.& rlz=1B3GGGL_en___US345&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=wl

REWARD Please contact Dan Lent (860) 888-2374 if you see this boat.

Here is a link to images of the Vessel (both with old motor and new E-Tec).
http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v427/jeff_rohlfing/ Dans%20Stolen%2022%20Revenge/

Thanks for looking and your help.

posted 08-11-2010 02:57 PM ET (US)            

Thanks,

posted 08-12-2010 11:27 AM ET (US)         

It was seen at 3:45 on Sunday August 8 leaving Port Jefferson NY harbor. The last time that I used it was Saturday.

I also informed Evinrude and the company says that whenever someone tries to bring it in for service that it will come up as stolen. So considering that dealers are the only ones who have the required software, it wouldn't be something that a logical person would buy stolen. Even with infrequent maintenance requirements, it is so advanced that it must be dealer serviced eventually. Also, Evinrude says that removing it usually triggers sensors that only the dealer can reset in order to get it to run correctly.

Thanks again for everyone's help; I will keep you updated.

posted 08-12-2010 11:58 AM ET (US)         

Unfortunately, many boats are stolen (or the engine is removed) while the boat is on the trailer. For this, there are several methods that could be employed: disable the trailer, secure motor to hull or trailer via chain or cable, etc. All methods could be overcome, but maybe the thief will proceed to an easier target and avoid the extra time taken to steal the boat/motor.

posted 08-12-2010 04:56 PM ET (US)            

I would get a listing of etec dealers and make cursory check at these places, and drop off a flyer.

posted 08-12-2010 06:26 PM ET (US)            

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Evinrude says that removing it usually triggers sensors that only the dealer can reset in order to get it to run correctly

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posted 08-12-2010 08:01 PM ET (US)            

Such systems would require electrical power - but I would suspect that the electrical power requirements would be small. This power could be a separate battery - which could be charged everytime the boat is operated.

Thinking about it - if such a system were available, I would put one on my boat - though we don't have much of a problem in this area. I suspect that many others would use it too.

I apolgize if anyone has addressed this same thing in this, or other thread. I don't know if it would be reasonably considered - but just the thought.

posted 08-12-2010 08:16 PM ET (US)            

If they work on a car, they will work on a boat.

posted 08-12-2010 08:58 PM ET (US)            

Glad to hear someone at least made a visual on the boat being driven and not just floating off from the mooring. Keep us posted. BTW, Sorry I mixed up the dates.

Jerry,

The boat belongs to Dan, I was just helping him get the word out.

posted 08-12-2010 10:00 PM ET (US)            

http://www.yamaha-motor.com/outboard/commandlink_plus/clp_page06.aspx

posted 08-13-2010 12:00 AM ET (US)            

I just suggested re-using your old mobile to track your boat

http://continuouswave.com/ubb/Forum6/HTML/002783.html

Could be a much cheaper option

posted 08-13-2010 09:08 AM ET (US)            

Sunday afternoon: Vermin knew he would not be back for awhile.
Watchers.
And he may have run into a ring of Vermin.

It just sounds too clean.

posted 08-16-2010 10:11 AM ET (US)         

It had one I-Command digital gauge and 110 hours on the engine also.

Sea Key is a gps boat tracking/security system that I guess I will research when the time comes. It's probably expensive. http://www.seakeyna.com/

I also had a two black Diawa Interline internally led "Sealine X" rods and Daiwa trolling reels with line counters on them (Daiwa sg27lca model reels) with Scotty sideways rod holders and braided line. So if anybody sees those for sale let me know. Here's some picture sof the rods

http://missingrods.shutterfly.com/pictures/5

There is a reward also. Thanks!

posted 08-18-2010 04:32 PM ET (US)         

The police and the insurance company all have investigators working on it diligently.

Thanks again for everyone's help!

posted 09-07-2010 05:41 PM ET (US)         

I did get a chance to talk to the eye witness face-to-face recently, and he said he saw two white males driving it out of Port Jefferson Harbor on Sunday August 8 at around 3:45 PM under its own power and we had a long talk about the details.

So to me at least, this means there must be some connection to the Port Jefferson NY area. Perhaps the "tow boat" or boat they came over on is based there or in Setauket.

In other words, the fact that they turned this into two steps by first taking a stop in Port Jeff for hours before going on to their final destination means there must be some reason why they stopped there. The boat was full of gas (around 75 gallons) and oil so they could have simply gone anywhere around Long Island Sound without stopping in Port Jeff once they got it started for example.

I'm guessing the boat is down towards near New York City somewhere now.

With everyone on the whaler sites nationwide aware of it, I also don't believe someone would risk stashing the whole boat in a barn and using it later or trying to sell it next year or something in a different area.

Overall, I really don't understand why anyone would steal this E-tec though because you need the software to work on it. The official Evinrude mechanics that I talk to say they wouldn't even change the spark plugs without plugging it into the software. Now, whenever somebody plugs it in, it will come up as "stolen" from BRP corporate. Removing it from the boat will also cause problems if you don't have the software. Anyway, it will probably come into an Evinrude mechanic somewhere in the world eventually and maybe it will get traced back hopefully to the thieves.

There was also a few years older Revenge 22 that I saw from time to time in my harbor from New York, so maybe that guy wanted the motor and took it, who knows...

I am still in disbelief as they have used E-tec 225's for @13k so is it really worth getting caught for @13k? However apparently, it is pretty easy to steal a boat and not get caught.

Please keep the word out, watch your boats, and thanks again.

posted 05-06-2011 10:16 PM ET (US)         

It is totally stripped of every part and even the cockpit floor is missing. Very sad... b/c it was in good shape when they stole it.

Here's a link to the photos I took today.

http://gallery.me.com/danlent#100150

If you see used Revenge parts for sale let me know. They took the bow rails, swim ladder, stern seat, companionway hatch and teak doors, wood down below, and everything else.

posted 05-06-2011 10:31 PM ET (US)            

What an absolute shame to see the boat like that. Even though it is no longer yours I am sure it was strange seeing it again.

posted 05-07-2011 11:46 AM ET (US)            

+41° 11' 18.24", -73° 11' 23.54"

posted 05-08-2011 04:30 AM ET (US)         

Still, worse things can happen, for example consider poor Seve Ballesteros who passed away from brain cancer today; I lost my dad the same way in Nov 2008. Any day above ground is a good day as they say. Better luck in the future..

posted 05-09-2011 03:13 AM ET (US)            

Martyn

posted 05-09-2011 05:17 PM ET (US)         

I'm fine, but I do feel bad for the boat; it didn't deserve that. It had spent it's whole previous one-owner life in fresh water, stored inside in a boat house, with no bottom paint on Lake Michigan. It was in great shape for a 1986. What a waste.

The insurance company says they have to go get it and then they will sell it.

When it comes up for sale I'll let you guys know.

posted 05-09-2011 10:43 PM ET (US)            

It does look like they attempted to get the fuel tank out by the looks of all the foam in the boat.

I can't believe how clean they stripped it. The only parts that look to be still attached are the cabin vent hatches and a few pieces of trim. I wonder why they would take so much unless they were "restoring" their own Revenge WT.

posted 05-10-2011 02:04 PM ET (US)            

I have also had boats stolen. One was found half sunk (beached) upstream in a local river. I was lucky that the power head did not go under water, the only damage was a wet hull and bad battery/wiring. Another stolen boat was more of a dinghy (11') and never returned.

posted 05-23-2011 12:42 PM ET (US)            

Just guessing,

posted 06-20-2011 02:22 PM ET (US)         

WWW.COPART.COM

posted 09-22-2011 08:38 PM ET (US)            

Auction

posted 10-04-2011 08:38 PM ET (US)            

Then I would help you to offset the cost of your purchase a little by taking the two hatches off your hands, perhaps the fuel tank and anchor locker cover as well. Where you located? I'll work for boat parts!