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Hi folks, a newbie here... Live in the northeast, cold! I have been told by an old salty dog of a captain that I can successfully strip my teak on the Grand Banks, do my sanding to prep the wood and then apply the varnish during the winter month (outdoor storage). Any thoughts on doing this kind...

BruceK, Would you kindly send me the email for American Diesel? I'm in need of 2C304 pressure cap (chrome) for my twin 135 Lehmans. Thanks Dmooch

Forgot to mention in my post on buyers brokers...my guy, Haywood May specializes in trawlers. He has his own 36 Grand Banks. ps...I know Jeff Merrill and he is a great guy. Meet him at Trawlerfest years back. Dmooch

Hi Folks, Responding to the buyers broker question... This is coming from a Newbie, only experience we've had was on runabouts. Now am the proud owner of 1988 Grand Banks Classic, "Angelina". So, here's the story and hope that it proves to be helpful to those of you who may be looking for a...

Hey Wes, Thanks for the reply...yup, made of wood; which seems to add to the water infiltration. I know I'll need to rebel the windows, was just thinking alum would be better than the wood. Thanks Dmooch

Hi Westiculo, Would you know if they would fit a 1988 42 GB Classic? Thanks Dmooch

Chuck34...You are in luck! We just had the survey completed on a boat that we are purchasing in ME. This fellow is so good, we had him flown from MD. He is in Solomons. His name is Mike Previti, owner of Previti Marine Surveyor and Consulting, Inc. He can be reached at 410-326-0866. I came upon...

Hello all, Getting closer to the purchase of our first trawler. She is located in ME (South Bristol) area. Could use some help...trying to locate reputable folks who can: -replace canvas flybridge -reupholster salon cushions -enclosure for the flybridge (to extend boating season). I have a...

Hi all, AM looking for s surveyor who happens to be a "specialist" with Grand Banks and Ford-Leyman engines. I have an accepted offer on a GB 42 Classic in Maine and am looking for a top notch individual. Any recommendations? Much appreciated... DMooch

I've attended the Trawlerfest this fall in MD and found it to be very informative. The lectures were very worth while and I had an opportunity to meet many new boaters, like myself. Am attending the upcoming fest in Stuart..taking my wife with me this time. Just in case I happen to go OB! I have...

Danderer, that's the program we are in now. haywood may is our rep in the process. Thanks Dmooch

Hi, we are in process of purchasing a GB 42' Classic through our broker, Haywood May, through Zimmermanmarine.com. Steve Zimmerman owns several boat yards from Maryland- south. I've attended many courses with Steve and he is one of the most knowledgable guys I've every met when it comes to...

Hello All, I'm a retired newbie about to purchase our first trawler. We've pulled our cost of ownership (reading all of the great posts on this forum, speaking with other boat owners) and now about to make an offer on an 88 GB 42' Classic w/ twin FL engines(1500 hrs). The owner has put in over...

She is a beauty! Wish she had twins. Can you tell me what year GB did away with the steel column directly in front of the lower helm? This darn thing is stopping my wife from going with GB!

Hi Folks, Dmooch here...new to the trawler world. My wife and I are heading to NC for a weeks training and them will be looking to purchase our used trawler. I've been drooling over all the beauties on yachworld and keep coming back to boats with the Volvo 435 IPS drives. Have they been around...