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Old 03-04-2013, 08:56 AM   #37
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City: UMR MM283
Vessel Name: Northern Lights II
Vessel Model: Bayliner 3870
Join Date: Jan 2013
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For a liveaboard there are a few things that if a boat has makes it much more comfortable. A transom door doesn't sound like a big deal. But when trying to load groceries, laundry or a dog a transom door becomes a very option. Larger tankage, water & holding means less trips to the pump out. Filling & using water from the onboard tank keeps it fresh so when anchored out there is a supply of fresh clean water. A bigger boat will have a larger fridge, this makes for fewer trips to the market, I've had both & size does matter. Also a decent amount of counter space makes preparing a meal much easier. A water heater large enough for a decent shower, 11 gallon on last 2 boats seem to work well, even when giving 3 grandkids baths. A berth configuration that seems to me best for liveaboard is a centerline queen, much easier to make up the bed when you can get around both sides. Had a mid berth & it's a pia to change sheets & blanket when your on the bed.
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