krmillerjr
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- Nov 4, 2013
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- Location
- USA
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- Vessel Make
- 1979 Gulfstar 44' Motor Cruiser
We are new to power boating...having sold our sailing catamaran. We now have a motor cruiser with a hoist on the hardtop over the sundeck. It is rated for 600-800 lbs. and our dinghy/motor are about half that weight. Just would like folks' thoughts about the pros/cons of leaving the motor attached to the dinghy when hoisting up top. There is an engine mount on the back of our vessel just above the swim platform. So, we can remove the motor and store it. But, wondering if not just easier to leave the motor on the dinghy and put both up top. Would appreciate input on what can go wrong or why we should or should not always separate the motor from the dinghy before putting it up. Thanks, Cindy Miller