The car analogy never really sounds quite right to me. Chevy, Ram and Ford make some nice pickups. My intent wasn’t to disparage Chevs. Though...
Hull integrity aside, I’d elaborate that the level of their fit and finish (mechanicals, equipment, hardware, etc.) is generally below better...
Good point. I have limited experience sea trialing boats but I wonder, wouldn’t you notice vibration as you moved up through the rpms?...
I apologize for jumping in late on this thread. From personal experience I know how challenging/frustrating it can be identify the cause of...
Yes, my flybridge roof is a hardtop. I've not seen an example of an installation on a bimini top myself. I asked my tech and he stated that he's...
A slotted runner is installed on the underside of the flybridge roof. The windshield "frame" has a rail along the top that slides into this...
Re your side note. I have a Riviera open flybridge with no lower helm. Replaced the factory clears with higher quality thicker acrylic panels....
AC is typically run on rare occasions in the Pacific Northwest so it’s good to be able to run house loads inverted off a house bank. Firefly or...
There are several software offerings that will track all the equipment on your boat and remind you of upcoming maintenance tasks. I use Vessel...
I agree with Capt J. Given the scope of work involved my preference would be, out an abundance of caution, to use all new replacement parts,...
The Vancouver area is good for access to PNW cruising grounds. Many absentee owners base their boats here. There are some excellent marinas...
Riviera’s 45 Open Flybridge has stairs (stbd), their 43 has a ladder (port).
Here in the Pacific Northwest we've been encountering this issue where marinas have upgraded their facilities. Waggoner Cruising Guide - the...
Capt J and NYCAP123 ask great, pertinent questions. You state that you will be moving to Seattle and that this will be your first boat. Have...
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