It would seem the 330 and gear train would be heavier engine by several hundred pounds. Some weight moved forward like batteries may help but I'm...
Emerald Harbor Marine at Elliot Bay in Seattle, ask for Larry or Dan. I've no affiliation but just like the guys and their work. EHM - 206 285...
I have two MFD 12s. Last year I took them both to a Furuno dealer and they downloaded new charts and the latest programming upgrades. Then they...
Many high end charters are corporate with some pretty stiff D&O insurance and "death return" requirements. Iffy corporate choices for fun and...
By your address, it would appear the vessel is hauled out every winter? If so, my advice is to do as has been done on the vessel, paint only....
Some not too remote reasons the CG did their thing: Based upon findings from Japanese beach debris, there was some (not too much but in this...
A few other thoughts from tomg - "dirty" oil, rubber hose coming apart inside with debris blocking system?
Have to agree with Marmot on likely flooding events. My large yacht blue water experience, although possibly limited in comparison to others on...
Many of us retire into boating as a "full time" job and many retire out from a full time boating job. Those of us retiring into it don't have to...
There is a lot of information on boatdiesel about Bertram 37 engines. You may want to pay the $25 and browse their archives and then post your...
Having recently embarked on a newer boat hunt, I have found few sellers of well equipped newer vessels ready to move down much from their asking...
On vessels in the 35' - 45' range, isn't a Zeus or IPS better and more reliable than an outdrive?
I can only but echo Kafue regarding the OA - great vessel if well cared for properly. I took one to survey a few years ago and was scared off by...
What you have missed is the careful attention to maintenance required to keep the diesel driven outdrives in good working order.
I read on a builder's forum where this vessel capsized in adverse weather. Ok, that we know based upon pictures. The unwritten question posed was...
Two months ago I spent some time on an OR at the Seattle Boat show. It is the second one i have examined in some detail. ORs seem well thought out...
Even with air temps in the 30s, our diesel hydronic heater has no problem keeping the boat warm when anchored. When cruising, the engine coolant...
I believe the essence of this thread pretty well understands the purpose built Dashew vessels. I have been a follower of the FPB design since...
Maybe the sensor is doing its job. Are you able to achieve and hold rated max RPM with existing props, without EGT or water temps getting into the...
CaptJ I could not agree with you more on the importance of laying eyes, ears and nose on ER happenings - frequently. Not only the ER though, but...
