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Skip, congratulations on your order, and welcome to the growing family of owners.

Have you tried selecting the box for mirror image?

This is helpful in understanding your perspective. I had the impression you were looking for higher speeds as a matter of routine. In my opinion: the Helmsman hulls are perfect for that goal. Cruise at 8, but with reserve power and speed for more when the occasion demands it. Until...

Since no one else has yet to respond, I'll be the first a take a crack at the long list of questions. Bear in mind, I own a 38, and the home waters are the Chesapeake so there are obvious limits to what I can contribute. In a lot of ways the Nordic and American are two variations of the same...

Good observation Well known brands can have a big following because they are volume production boats, hence lots of owners. One brand that comes to mind has owners who like to say they are well built yet has multiple owners websites devoted to repair, often new boats. A few telltale signs...

Congratulations and welcome to the ever growing group. What lies ahead? Good times. I’ve been giving my baby a lot of love this week. In the form of a polish followed by Fleetwax. Hard work, but nothing like messing around boats in the spring, anticipating the season. What region will you be...

Congratulations! She looks great

Interesting. This the first time I've seen a pic from this angle on this stage of construction. Obviously on a finished boat the whole frame is covered with the breaker panel with no hint of what's behind it. At first blush, I'd say that wooden panel covering half of the opening is needed...

Good piece. Thanks for posting it. Its just a hunch, but my guess is the biggest barrier is among those still asking the "what do I want in a boat" question to themselves. They don't know what the experience differences are between slow and fast. I am a half season into my H38. It was run...

I watched a Seaboard video on the topic just the other day. Apparently the answer depends on the vintage of the engine. They also said since zinc is pretty soft its easy to cut them shorter if need be. Just being careful not to crack the zinc apart in the process. So I suppose the short...

Welcome, from Kent Island.

Nice windows It appears to me things will now come together pretty fast

This isn't criticism, but just the hurdles to cross. Anything envisioned can be achieved with enough effort and budget. You describe needs that say big (workshop). You also describe being cheap, which says old. Insurance is very hard for a newbie trying to go big. Insurance is very hard for...

There are idiots on the water I do wish they had autonomous piloting gear. Might not be as safe as a pro, but safer than the idiot. Autonomous cars will be a godsend for Grandma whose skills are declining. Even imperfect, they may well be safer than her.

FYI to others, this app is limited to PNW

Yes. I am referring to the rise from the center fore to aft, to the transom. The H38 has a lot less than full displacement, but more than a planing hull.

As you continue your research, I think you will find that the amount of squat is related to the amount of rise from amidships running aft to the stern. Displacement hulls, in addition to being round bottom, have a lot of rise and so much squat they can't exceed hull speed. Planning hulls have...

The thing is, its all just a theory. An educated guess based on what you think you know, but can't be sure of. Pretty much like the rest of life's decisions. The other thing is the interesting interaction or counter-play at work. Having an activity that gets you up and keeps you going will...

Wow. Heck of a story. Question: easy to say from the armchair, but once the pilot proved worthless (first clue was when he failed to lead) is it not better to totally tune out anything he said / says? IE, mentally acknowledge that you know you do not know. A point: Another option might...

Wow Reading this felt like the conclusion of a series where you can't believe the hero is hanging up his spurs. I admire your self-awareness. As the song goes, "I knew all of my life, that someday it would end." Be careful to "don't let the old man in." Your travels have been an...

Your report is the best use case report on forward sonar I have seen anywhere. Thanks for sharing.

Wow. Can’t fix stupid.

^^^ This Its a copycat suit. I believe the one in real estate ruled against the broker industry.

Agree with the thrust of the above comments. I think the question needs to be reversed, and ask yourself "how easy do you need it to be?" Based on your experience and agility. There are things you can do to make a H38 easier, but is it easy enough? You say you want a used H38. Good luck on...

If you scroll down in the link you can see range in hours and miles. Your mileage will vary based on your own boat and how you have it loaded. https://www.epropulsion.com/spirit-1/