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Old 06-18-2018, 04:25 PM   #5761
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I really like those Kasten designed boats. Purposeful looking. Don’t know if I have the skills to own an aluminum boat however. Don’t they take extra vigilance to battle corrosion, similar to steel boats?
I've watched this one and been on it many times. Because it is painted, I was interested in how well the paint holds up, but I can tell you, it has held up incredibly well. I believe my friend put an articulating rudder on her, but the specs would tell.
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Old 06-18-2018, 04:40 PM   #5762
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Another nice aluminum boat on the market.


1985 MetalCraft Custom 44 Motor Yacht Power Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com
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Old 06-18-2018, 05:34 PM   #5763
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They really must have let it go to hell.
BUT, you have permission, call them and get a copy of a recent survey.
I think the issue is that few people are interested in such a size.
It is a wonderful boat and I would love to own it.
It would be a real shame to see such a boat going to scrap.

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Old 06-18-2018, 05:48 PM   #5764
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That is the boat I was mentioning. It is in splendid condition, nice JD motor and very clean. Owned by a vet friend who is moving back inland in California.
I guess he is willing to captain the boat back??? He has a lot of knowledge both on the boat and also he years at sea.

No problem getting up a crew from here. Just chain us to our oars.
Of course, the price of the stores might be a bit expensive.... Donation any one?
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The price of the fuel..... That might be the greatest expense. More donations?
Pay for the ride the abuse. LOL
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Old 06-18-2018, 08:18 PM   #5765
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Nice boat. But I would end up with stitches in no time if I slept in the aft berth.
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Old 06-18-2018, 11:15 PM   #5766
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Sigh...

Went down to MK Bay marina for a sunset dinghy ride here in Kitimat, BC, and saw this 'wipe the drool off your chin' Michael Kasten design...Moresby Mist out of Vancouver;
LOL!! What I know of you Murray, I can well vision the look on your face!! Heck, I would be there with a equal drool expression. That is a perfect cruiser for our parts of the world, no doubt. I bet you couldn't wait to post the photo.
Thanks for sharing.

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Old 06-18-2018, 11:22 PM   #5767
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LOL!! What I know of you Murray, I can well vision the look on your face!! Heck, I would be there with a equal drool expression. That is a perfect cruiser for our parts of the world, no doubt. I bet you couldn't wait to post the photo.
Thanks for sharing.

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Yup, purpose built for our coast

While admiring it again today it dawned on me that there's another thing I like about this boat; it appears to be have been designed from the outside in rather than from the inside out. Meaning, it was designed first and foremost to handle 95% of what this coast can throw at it, then the interior was made to fit the hull and cabin shape, rather than the other way around...that and no *bling*
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Old 06-23-2018, 11:14 PM   #5768
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Old 06-24-2018, 01:40 AM   #5769
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114' modern built by old methods viking ship;

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Video two: Storm in Labrador Sea



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...and in the North Sea:

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Old 06-24-2018, 08:00 AM   #5771
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Murray - Although I had much to accomplish this morn... I watched all three. WOW, WOW, WOW!! Thanks!


I sent the links and video titles on to a friend of mine that helps support Spaulding Marine Center / Boat Works in Sausalito CA. Spaulding Marine Center


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Holy carp! If I'm seeing this right, it appears that she runs about seven feet deep. That's a lot of draft for such a small vessel. I bet she'd make it across the Pacific.
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Mr. b2. "I bet she'd make it across the Pacific." Looks to me like she'd have fairly low freeboard. I wouldn't want to be caught out in any serious seas. PLUS where does one get parts for an Atlas Imperial engine?
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Mr. b2. "I bet she'd make it across the Pacific." Looks to me like she'd have fairly low freeboard. I wouldn't want to be caught out in any serious seas. PLUS where does one get parts for an Atlas Imperial engine?

Freeboard and engine spares, both good points. It appears she drains well so freeboard may not be an issue. The engine I didn't take into account as I was primarily focused on her lower hull. It seems like a shape for a long range well offshore cruiser.
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...It appears she drains well...
...on the hard.

May leak well on the water
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Mr. b2. "I bet she'd make it across the Pacific." Looks to me like she'd have fairly low freeboard. I wouldn't want to be caught out in any serious seas. PLUS where does one get parts for an Atlas Imperial engine?
Get real close and personal with a good metal part fabricator/machinist!
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Well, right here of course -



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Even if this required re-plating at this price it appears a grand deal for a live aboard. The engine doesn't worry me. Sources for Atlas parts exit. A repower as a resort still places this on the surface (No pun intended!) , a good project were I some years younger.

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Even if this required re-plating at this price it appears a grand deal for a live aboard. The engine doesn't worry me. Sources for Atlas parts exit. A repower as a resort still places this on the surface (No pun intended!) , a good project were I some years younger.

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