harleydude777
Member
- Joined
- Sep 17, 2022
- Messages
- 21
- Vessel Name
- KOA KAI
- Vessel Make
- 1988 Island Gypsy 36
Hi all, we are in the process of purchasing a 1988 36 IG and have been told by the marina that if the original windless (making lots of noise)would have to be replaced we could be opening "Pandora's box", and they could not do it. the survey showed no soft spots on the surrounding deck so not sure what it would take to replace with a newer unit. they said it would take fabrication/block-base replacement and they did not want to touch that job. not sure what to think here. I guess i'm wondering that to replace the original windless with a newer model sounds like a GIANT chore and $$$$$$ ? and if not in the near future i'm sure at some point it will need to be replaced. your thoughts please, and thank you for your time we are new to this TRAWLER/BIG BOAT life....