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Old 08-25-2012, 07:47 AM   #23
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City: Adelaide
Vessel Name: Kokanee
Vessel Model: Cuddles 30 Pilot House Motor Sailer
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After speaking to a few more people about the teak decks, it has made me wary. The initial cost, plus trucking, plus replacing the decks is already stretching the budget, without including any other surprises. I have re-evaluated and decided to start in a bit lower price range.
What I am considering now is a 1981 35 ft Millkraft ex-trawler. It has a timber hull; the deck, cabin and flybridge are plywood over timber frame and fiberglassed.
Powered by a Fiat Iveco 8361 170hp. Capital 4-12 Hec gearbox
The interior isn't quite as flashy as the Cappella but it appears to be a good honest boat. I'm giving up the twin screw, but it is half the price.
Anyone have experience with these Brisbane built trawlers? (or the Iveco?)
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