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Discussion in 'General Yachting Discussion' started by Ron Ferguson, Dec 23, 2025 at 4:37 PM.

  1. Ron Ferguson, Dec 23, 2025 at 4:37 PM
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    I am looking at a Cheoy Lee 68 Motor Yacht with Cat 3812E, 1400 hp and just wondering if anyone has any first hand knowledge or information regarding this model boat. Cats have low hours. I currently have a 65 Pacific Mariner with Cat 3406E motors and have been very happy with the quality of this boat but I am looking for something with a little more room and nice crew quarters which this boat has.
    Any information would be greatly appreciated!
    Happy Holidays!
  2. Capt Ralph, Dec 23, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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    I'm sure you have read of me praising the 3406. Such an underrated engine.
    My next luv is the 3412.
    With proper maintenance, fresh air coolers AND records of such, you can do no wrong.

    I'm in the middle when it comes to Cheoy Lee builds.
    Survey her very (VERY) well.
  3. Ron Ferguson, Dec 23, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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    Thanks for your reply and from everything I have read about the 3412 this is what I expected. And concerning the Cheoy Lee the same. I am looking for a 3 stateroom with a nice crew or a 4 stateroom boat that is 70' or less and that is a more tradional yacht and this is much more difficult to find then I expected.
  4. Capt Ralph, Dec 23, 2025 at 7:40 PM
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    I don't know anything about but thought a 65 Pacific Mariner was a good boat. You looking for something more special?
  5. Ron Ferguson, Dec 23, 2025 at 8:08 PM
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    It is a great boat but now with more grand children I really need another stateroom. This is part of the reason I am having so much difficulty finding the right boat. There are plenty in the 75' and up range but I am an owner operator and I don't want to go over 70', insurance being one of the reasons.
  6. Capt Ralph, Dec 23, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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    Oh No, another old guy that likes his grandchildren.
    That is what kennels are for, leave the pest behind.:eek:

    Can you guess I don't have these issues?:rolleyes:
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  7. rtrafford, Dec 24, 2025 at 9:08 AM
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    That was pretty much my profile as well...I wanted classic lines, at least four staterooms, minimized deck level changes, and under 70-75. It took some time looking at many options, with each tour further refining my search.
  8. Ron Ferguson, Dec 24, 2025 at 9:34 AM
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    I just want my children and grand children to enjoy my passion and hopefully they will enjoy the islands and open seas as much as I do!
  9. Ron Ferguson, Dec 24, 2025 at 9:35 AM
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    So if you don't mind me asking what did you find?
  10. rtrafford, Dec 24, 2025 at 9:49 AM
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    My decision came down to a 68' Burger, 1980. She's a wide body house, day head right off the helm, and I rebuilt the forward crew v berth into a VIP stateroom, and still carved an extra birth for a captain or deck hand if ever needed.
  11. Ron Ferguson, Dec 24, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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    I love Burger Yachts! Congratulations! Not sure I have the patience for a refit but if I could find one that had already been done I might consider it.
  12. rtrafford, Dec 24, 2025 at 9:58 AM
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    It was certainly a project worth the patience. Ive done far more than I ever expected. She's an amazing outcome but required terrific bones and structure along with the classic lines. I think sometimes that I love the project as much as I love the sea.