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Thank you for the information. You caught my attention when you reminded me of the cleaning. I was hoping reduced cruising would help me get by with maintenance, but you are right, can't avoid the constant cleaning, etc. I am several months away from making the jump, but I also appreciate the...

Good for you guys! That first step from dreamer to doer takes guts and commitment. When the sun is setting tonight stand up on your sundeck and ask each other: "What is this worth?!" You have what thousands of dreamers don't have.

Good reminder for all of us. The 103' Burger and Janice' 23' Schuker all share the same tide. Not to call out Janice, but she seems to be enjoying the lifestyle as much as anyone I ever knew.

Never take council of your fears.: General Stonewall Jackson

Although I like the destroyer ..... I can see the Admiral complaining about my asking her to "Hurry" to get the fenders down! Itch, Itch, Itch.

I would like everyone's (or anyone's) opinion on what is too low an rpm for diesel engines. Do I understand it that manufacturers set a suggested cruising speed at around 75-80% of WOT? I realize that there is a minimum temperature required to burn the fuel completely, but is temperature the...

Cuttyhunk is the best place in the world to do nothing!

Beautiful boat!

Thumbs down? Maybe someone can offer some explanation as to why this post got a thumbs down early on? Was this thumb's down from a moderator? Being new to this forum, I am worried that I posted something that I should not have? Or is that just another member's opinion of what was said...

Sorry. can barely see keel after uploading.

OK Thanks for helping with this.

OK Thanks for helping with this.

I found a photo that I have scanned to my computer but I don't know how to upload it. I would be glad to email it to you or if someone could walk me through the upload process, I'd be glad to do it. When I go to the "insert image" it asks me for a URL and that is Greek to me. The keel was...

I owned a 1981 Albin 49 and was extremely pleased with it's handling characteristics. She was quite a bit lighter than a GB, but was a great boat with a lot of room. She has a high sheer and flare at the bow that can catch the wind, but she tracked true and it didn't take a lot of RPM's to get...

I am curious to learn of your experience with your Hatteras. My dream is to get back to the boating lifestyle in the next couple years and that size Hatteras makes some sense for me. My experience has been going up and down the ICW on Taiwanese cruisers, a 49' Albin and a 43' Marine...

I have really enjoyed this thread and what was very apparent to me is that there is such a vast spectrum of boating experience represented on this forum. Everyone has their list of "must haves" or "won't tolerate" and each list is probably right for them and only them. One guy's list is for...

Just before that last twinkle of light is extinguished from your eyes on that last day in hospice, which thoughts will you most cherish: 1.) I have enough memories from one thousand days and nights aboard to last an eternity. or 2.) Wow! What a great investment I made in that property from...

I salute you man! You know what is important in your life and you had the guts to go for it. Like many of those on here, I admire you greatly. Before retiring, I prepared a 1989 43' Marine Trader for coastal cruising and cruised between Boston and Florida every moment that I could and many...

I congratulate you on taking that first step. Keep us informed on your adventures.

Did you have a mechanical check when you purchased your boat? If so, spend some $ and some time with him in your engine room. Most good mechanics are willing to explain what is what and how things work. they will want to get paid for their time, but it will be well worth it. take notes...

Find an independent surveyor that has no ties to the seller. broker or marina/boat yard where the boat sits. Boats from the 80's and 90's, including those you listed, are prone to have underwater blisters. Big expense to repair and/or big loss of value if you don't fix it and want to sell in a...

Beautiful photos above which represent beautiful boating waters. I also know you have beautiful cruising yachts up there. I'm new to this forum. Can someone tell me about the seasons and is winter boating really realistic? That's how much I know about the PNW. Also, in the back of my mind...