For Sale: 1976 Defever trawler

[robbie]

Hi All,

I came across this add that may be of some interest to anyone looking for spares.

Ford Lehman Diesel Engines - Nova Scotia Powerboats, Motorboats For Sale - Kijiji Nova Scotia Canada.

Robbie.

[sailor john]

Thanks for posting this, I may be interested and have sent email.
Sailor John

[robbie]

You're welcome John,

From the pics it looks as if the boat was very nicely kept, but her hull was beyond economical repair.

From the map it's a lake Ontario location.

Robbie.

[sailor john]

Hi Robbie,
Believe it or not, this boat is accross the bay from my Yacht Club so I was able to have a look at the engines this afternoon. They appear to be in a good state with no obvious fluid leaks, but they are high in hours (6300 port, 6500 starboard).
You know, it's realy a shame.
The boat is a 47 deFever and it was once someones pride and joy. Too bad it is built of wood because you are right, the exterior is beyond 'gone'.
There is a 12.5 genny on board that looks fairly new, but its sold.
Thanks again for posting!
Sailor John

[robbie]

Hi John,

That's a shame, a couple of spare Lehman's at the right price even if they were used for spares could have saved someone a fortune.

cheers

Robbie.