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.... is that 3 - 5 gph for the pair or each engine? Do you really think that's a realistic # for 454s and a 38' boat weighing 22k plus? I have no problem dropping down and cruising at 6 knots. Thanks again! :)

thanks ff. all of my boating experience is with my day cruisers which have been used locally and without and concern for extended cruises and fuel. i have to plug in a slower cruise at six knots and see where that lands me.

Thanks for the lead FF. Although I am a perfect candidate for a sweat equity boat, I've decided against bridge style cruisers. I just can't afford the fuel burn rate. My current deal on the table; 1972 Egg Harbor 38' w twin 4t4 Crusaders My research shows me a fuel burn of approx 16 - 20 GPH...

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Thanks for the compliments John. Yes, I think I am going to focus on a Trawler 36' - 42'. To date I have only owned fiberglass boats. I am now looking into steel and wood hull options. This boat will be in the water year round. Any thoughts?

TrAwLeR WANTED! a couple pics of my thompson. i built the custom helm. -- Edited by NY Gin on Thursday 3rd of March 2011 09:28:45 PM

Ruled out the 53' Troljan MY. Its just to much boat for me at this stage. I have a 1972 Egg Harbor 38' that I inspected and really like. The owner wants a swap with my Thompson. My Thompson is 110% turn key with lots of custom one off upgrades (see pics in album) and the Egg is in very good...

Sounds like a match made in Heaven!

Carl check your PM.

I wonder how similar the 53 Hat is compared to the 53' Trojan?

" ... the 53' for $160k? I looked at the sister ship to her yesterday for an asking price of $40k " OOps, the boat I looked at it a 53' Trojan MY, not Hatt. Sorry .......

PM sent! ;)

TrAwLeR WANTED! Thanks for the advice! Wilco. -- Edited by NY Gin on Monday 28th of February 2011 07:47:36 AM

Lol, oh I know it! ;)

Lol, that's funny!!! No back up plan needed. I am not desperate for a boat nor am I in a rush. I have 2 great boats now to enjoy. If I can't find what I am looking for with another party then I will simply cruise my Thompson down the ICW to a point south for the Winter. I am learning a lot...

Its like the Lotto saying ..... "You never know!"

I like that. I may just have to re think my intentions. 1.5 gals at 7 knots is great and that would be the majority of my cruising. I just like the idea of being able to throttle down if the weather turns or if the boys decide they want to tube. BUT, I can always hang a cool RIB off the back and...

Another great point! All things to consider. Our main goal here is to get something we can bring down south to the GA - FL region and use as our "vacation home." She will be at the marina most of the time. The occasional run out will be a slow and gingerly cruise at the 6 knot range. The "speed"...

* -- Edited by NY Gin on Wednesday 23rd of February 2011 02:59:03 PM

TrAwLeR WANTED! * -- Edited by NY Gin on Wednesday 23rd of February 2011 02:54:52 PM -- Edited by NY Gin on Wednesday 23rd of February 2011 02:55:23 PM -- Edited by NY Gin on Wednesday 23rd of February 2011 02:55:55 PM

Great info SD! I'm going to have to stick with semi displacement I think. We are coming from an avg cruising speed of about 28 knots. I am afraid 9 knots tops would be a bit of a shell shock to us. -- Edited by NY Gin on Wednesday 23rd of February 2011 02:31:44 PM

We are definately looking for Diesel. However, if its the right boat and the deal is right I would purchase gas and convert to diesel. Expensive proposition however may be worth it. For years we have enjoyed the "fast lane" with our cruisers around 39 knots. The time has come to switch gears...

I have someone local interested in swapping his 1972 Egg Harbor 38' ( gas engines :( ) for my 1987 Thompson Daytona 290. Any thoughts?

Yes I know of the Barbara Ann but don't know them personally. My boat is moored close to theirs. Small world! ,)

7 years ago when my business was booming, sure. Now with my business closed and this wonderful economy we enjoy so much, no way! I need something like $30 - $50 to trade my cruisers for. When I had $ I bought a 1987 29' Thompson and a 2003 Rinker 270 Fiesta Vee outright. That's the last of my...