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    Sea Strainer advice

    A suggestion Hi, I found this installation picture on a listing for a ST44. I was interested because I also owned one, and wanted to do what you are planning.
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    Hull Slap

    Correction to slap stopper size My memory is bad. Actual size is 4 ft. long, 6 in. wide, 2 in. thick.
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    Hull Slap

    I had Swift Trawlers, 34 & 44, both with significant hull slap. Annoying when anchored in relatively quiet conditions, but small waves would cause resonating sound in fore cabin. Experimented with several “slap stoppers”, initially with pool noodles, finally with custom made foam “boards”, 6...
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    Purchase 2018 44 Swfit trawler

    Tips for ST44 I owned a 2015 ST44 from 2016 until three months ago. No significant issues (none that required either a mechanic or dealer). Engine parts from Marine Parts Source, excellent service and good prices. Zincs from Boatzincs.com, also great. Original house batteries needed...
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    Ranger tug 31 or beneteau st 34

    Owner of two Swift Trawlers Hi, I have actually owned both a ST34 and ST44, each for 5 years, after 30 years of blue water sailboats (Camper Nicholson & Amel). My experience is that they are very well built, easy to maintain, and very comfortable to live on and cruise. I like that Beneteau...
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    Kayak racks for Trawlers?

    Ken, we have a Swift Trawler 44. Installed 2 Magma mounts on stanchions, port side, outboard for our 2-person inflatable Advanced Elements kayak. Perfect solution. However, due to shoulder arthritis, both kayak and mounts are available if you’re interested. Roy
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    Swift Trawler Winterization list

    Overkill Hi Mystery, I now have a ST 44, previously had ST 34 for 6 years, both in Rhode Island for summer and winter (hauled out). Winterized fresh water system by bypassing hot water tank, draining it & using shop vac to clean up drained water, no antifreeze in tanks. Used hose to FW pump...
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    Beneteau Swift Trawler 34 advice/opinions

    I have recently joined this forum, and in reading the posts on the Swift Trawler 34, I am amazed at the "expert" opinions and advice on this boat from boaters who don't own one, and in many cases, haven't spent much time on one! I bought my ST34 in 2011, after 35 years of owning sailboats (a...
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