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06-21-2023, 03:16 PM
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Senior Member
City: Snohomish
Vessel Name: TBD
Vessel Model: Sundowner 30
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 152
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Thinking of down sizing to a Sundowner 30
After several years with my Nauticat 40, I am thinking of downsizing to a Sundowner 30. It seams over the past 3 years I have spent most of my time upgrading and repairing my boat instead of using her. Now I realize that I'm getting a little older as is the wife, so single handing the NC40 is getting a little much. Tried to buy a Lord Nelson 37 (2 times) each time just a little late.
We had great plans of taking the grand kids out sailing but now they are teens, way too busy.
I think the Sundowner would be the perfect little boat for the PNW San Juan Islands etc.
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06-21-2023, 03:25 PM
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#2
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Guru
City: Guelph
Vessel Name: Escapade
Vessel Model: 50` US Navy Utility trawler conversion
Join Date: Nov 2015
Posts: 2,432
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Quote:
Originally Posted by man7sell
I think the Sundowner would be the perfect little boat for the PNW San Juan Islands etc.
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Me too! I haven't been aboard one, but have admired them from the outside.
Good luck with the switch. I don't think you'll regret it.
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06-21-2023, 03:51 PM
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#3
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Guru
City: West Coast
Join Date: Dec 2018
Posts: 1,008
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Quote:
Originally Posted by man7sell
I think the Sundowner would be the perfect little boat for the PNW San Juan Islands etc.
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They are a good solid boat.
If you haven’t looked at the 32, do so here and note two things; the wider side decks, upgraded windows and helm doors. You will appreciate both.
https://youtu.be/eg5Veb09Es0
Too bad Murray is no longer here, her was/is a proud owner.
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06-22-2023, 11:18 AM
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#4
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Guru
City: Gulf Islands, BC Canada
Vessel Name: Sea Sanctuary
Vessel Model: Bayliner 4588
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 4,993
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Quote:
Originally Posted by man7sell
After several years with my Nauticat 40, I am thinking of downsizing to a Sundowner 30. It seams over the past 3 years I have spent most of my time upgrading and repairing my boat instead of using her. Now I realize that I'm getting a little older as is the wife, so single handing the NC40 is getting a little much. Tried to buy a Lord Nelson 37 (2 times) each time just a little late.
We had great plans of taking the grand kids out sailing but now they are teens, way too busy.
I think the Sundowner would be the perfect little boat for the PNW San Juan Islands etc.
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I agree with the last line bolded but as an owner of several boats cannot believe that a different boat will be turnkey and not cry for personal upgrades. So keep in mind switching boats does not guarantee less work.
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You only need one working engine. That is why I have two.
Sea Sanctuary-new to me 1992 Bayliner 4588
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06-23-2023, 03:15 PM
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#5
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Senior Member
City: Snohomish
Vessel Name: TBD
Vessel Model: Sundowner 30
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 152
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Made the plunge
Quote:
Originally Posted by SteveK
I agree with the last line bolded but as an owner of several boats cannot believe that a different boat will be turnkey and not cry for personal upgrades. So keep in mind switching boats does not guarantee less work.
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Agreed. This boat has new fuel tanks, new engine 360 hours. Is beautifully maintained (That mean upkeep for the teak in my future or maybe the wife's future). Updated electronics. Survey is next.
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06-23-2023, 03:40 PM
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Guru
City: .
Vessel Name: GOTCHA
Vessel Model: Hatteras 58 LRC
Join Date: Jun 2019
Posts: 1,100
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USCG 200 GT Master
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06-23-2023, 03:54 PM
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#7
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Senior Member
City: Snohomish
Vessel Name: TBD
Vessel Model: Sundowner 30
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 152
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Quote:
Originally Posted by fgarriso
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Thanks and looked at that one.
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06-23-2023, 09:11 PM
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#8
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Guru
City: Aventura FL
Vessel Name: Kinja
Vessel Model: American Tug 34 #116 2008
Join Date: Oct 2017
Posts: 10,595
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Quote:
Originally Posted by man7sell
Thanks and looked at that one.
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Other than a cramped ER, what was the downside?
Maybe I missed it but, I sure would want a dry head.
If you have always wanted a LN, this a boat to give serious consideration.
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Two days out the hospital after a week in the hospital because of a significant heart attack.
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06-23-2023, 09:43 PM
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#9
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Guru
City: Oconto, WI
Vessel Name: Best Alternative
Vessel Model: 36 Albin Aft Cabin
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 3,145
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I am 73, I have had my 36 foot Albin for about 13 years. Your plans match mine exactly, I need something smaller and trailerable, a cuddy cabin will do.
pete
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06-25-2023, 07:52 PM
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#10
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Senior Member
City: Swansea
Vessel Name: Seaview
Vessel Model: Sundowner 32
Join Date: Apr 2020
Posts: 317
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I have a Sundowner 32 and just completed the Great Loop solo. The extra room the 32 gives matters. They are solid and well thought out.
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06-30-2023, 12:56 PM
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#11
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Guru
City: Port Townsend, WA
Vessel Name: Traveler
Vessel Model: Cheoy Lee 46 LRC
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 1,573
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Had a friend that lived on his Sundowner 30 in Friday Harbor for many years. He loved his boat.
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06-30-2023, 02:10 PM
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#12
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Senior Member
City: Snohomish
Vessel Name: TBD
Vessel Model: Sundowner 30
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 152
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Survey coming up
Well we are on our way now. Survey is mid July Then closing after that. I really need to sell my Nauticat 40 soon Had a lot of interest as they are sort after world cruisers. Looking forward to this next chapter.
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06-30-2023, 05:41 PM
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#13
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Newbie
City: Portland, OR / Anacortes, WA
Vessel Name: Gandalf
Vessel Model: 1999 Nordic Tug 37 Hull #4
Join Date: Sep 2013
Posts: 1
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I had a 30 Sundowner and took it from Anacortes to Juneau and back. I singlehanded about 75% of the way. Very efficient. It ended up in Bellingham. The new owner repowered it. I wonder if i could be the same boat.
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07-08-2023, 01:10 PM
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#14
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Senior Member
City: Snohomish
Vessel Name: TBD
Vessel Model: Sundowner 30
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 152
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Sales pic
Like the fact that it has new fuel tanks and new engine with only 360 ish hours
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07-15-2023, 01:36 PM
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#15
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Senior Member
City: Snohomish
Vessel Name: TBD
Vessel Model: Sundowner 30
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 152
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Quote:
Originally Posted by fogillin
I had a 30 Sundowner and took it from Anacortes to Juneau and back. I singlehanded about 75% of the way. Very efficient. It ended up in Bellingham. The new owner repowered it. I wonder if i could be the same boat.
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What was the name of your Sundowner?
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07-15-2023, 01:39 PM
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#16
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Senior Member
City: Snohomish
Vessel Name: TBD
Vessel Model: Sundowner 30
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 152
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Survey and sea trial
Survey went well, just a couple of write ups.
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07-17-2023, 02:48 PM
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#17
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Member
City: Tacoma Washington
Vessel Name: Viking Princess
Vessel Model: SD30 Sundowner Tug
Join Date: Jul 2020
Posts: 7
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I have a 1982 SD-30 and love it. very easy to take out by yourself and it has all the room in the world for two. The only down side is the bed and getting into the lav. with the center piece in you have to get into the bed to use the restroom.
i'll I can say is you will love it.
William
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07-19-2023, 09:43 AM
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#18
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Senior Member
City: Snohomish
Vessel Name: TBD
Vessel Model: Sundowner 30
Join Date: Jul 2019
Posts: 152
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Viking Princess
I have a 1982 SD-30 and love it. very easy to take out by yourself and it has all the room in the world for two. The only down side is the bed and getting into the lav. with the center piece in you have to get into the bed to use the restroom.
i'll I can say is you will love it.
William
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Yes I can see how the bed enter exit can be a problem, going from this to this
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