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03-18-2016, 08:35 PM
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City: Eastford, Connecticut
Join Date: Mar 2016
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Thanks For a Great Forum
Stumbled over this forum in a serch for info on the Ford Lehman. We are considering a Great Loop trip, and also considering an old wooden trawler (1969 Grand Banks 32) with the Ford.
The forum looks great; I may stay up late reading tonight.
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03-18-2016, 09:38 PM
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Guru
City: Jacksonville
Vessel Name: SONAS
Vessel Model: Grand Alaskan 53
Join Date: May 2014
Posts: 7,235
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Read away - buy ask questions too.
That is what generates the fun for us all! 
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03-18-2016, 10:06 PM
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City: Eastford, Connecticut
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Thanks Menzies. I just don't want to ask a questoion that's been answered a thousand times.
That said, I'm wondering how foolish it would be to buy a wooden boat with a 5,000 hour engine. The upside is, it's $10,000.
1969 32' Grand Banks Trawler
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03-19-2016, 06:48 AM
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Guru
City: Fort Myers, FL... Summers in the Great Lakes
Vessel Name: Slow Hand
Vessel Model: Cherubini Independence 45
Join Date: Dec 2010
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Welcome to the forum! Lots of good information here.
Ted
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I'm tired of fast moves, I've got a slow groove, on my mind.....
I want to spend some time, Not come and go in a heated rush.....
"Slow Hand" by The Pointer Sisters
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03-19-2016, 09:32 AM
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TF Site Team
City: California Delta
Vessel Name: FlyWright
Vessel Model: 1977 Marshall Californian 34 LRC
Join Date: Apr 2008
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Gracenphil, Even a free boat in the wrong condition can be too expensive.
The only way to minimize your financial risk is to get a very thorough survey by a surveyor with specialized knowledge and experience in wooden boats. No doubt you'll want a very good engine survey, too.
When boats are listed without engine room pics, I get very skeptical. Caveat emptor!
BTW, welcome to TF!!
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03-19-2016, 09:46 AM
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TF Site Team
City: Seneca Lake NY
Vessel Name: Bacchus
Vessel Model: MS 34 HT Trawler
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 7,509
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Graycenphil
Thanks Menzies. I just don't want to ask a questoion that's been answered a thousand times.
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Welcome aboard...
You have already started w/ an appreciated approach...
Take advantage of the search function but then don't be afraid to ask
You'll find a pretty friendly and welcoming bunch here on TF.
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2008 MS 34 HT Trawler
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03-19-2016, 09:54 AM
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Member
City: Eastford, Connecticut
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Quote:
Originally Posted by FlyWright
When boats are listed without engine room pics, I get very skeptical. Caveat emptor!
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Because of engine problems, or structural problems in the engine room, or something else?
The boat isn't far from me, so I will probably go have a look.
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03-19-2016, 09:57 AM
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TF Site Team/Forum Founder
City: League City, Tx
Vessel Name: Floatsome & Jetsome
Vessel Model: Meridian 411
Join Date: Oct 2007
Posts: 7,305
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Graycenphil
Because of engine problems, or structural problems in the engine room, or something else?
The boat isn't far from me, so I will probably go have a look.
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Because it is usually a good indication of how the boat is cared for. If you saw a beautiful '69 Camaro RS/SS only to open the hood and find wires and oil an crap all over the place, it should have an impact on your overall assessment of the car....as it should on a boat. Anyway...........
And you're welcome and welcome aboard!!!!.... 
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03-19-2016, 10:03 AM
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TF Site Team
City: California Delta
Vessel Name: FlyWright
Vessel Model: 1977 Marshall Californian 34 LRC
Join Date: Apr 2008
Posts: 13,719
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Graycenphil
Because of engine problems, or structural problems in the engine room, or something else?
The boat isn't far from me, so I will probably go have a look.
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The condition of the ER often gives an indication of the level of maintenance/care the boat has received. A clean ER is not a guarantee of a clean vessel, but it's an indicator. Belts? Hoses? Oil mess? Leaking fuel? Tanks? (water, holding and fuel) Stringer rot? Electrical wire chaos? Water heater? Inverter?
It's the heart chamber of the boat's systems. It deserves a lot of attention.
I'd also caution you - don't fall in love with a boat until it's yours. If you're emotionally attached, it can be tougher to make the important decision to walk away. Let us know how she looked. Take pics and notes.
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03-19-2016, 10:32 AM
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TF Site Team
City: Seneca Lake NY
Vessel Name: Bacchus
Vessel Model: MS 34 HT Trawler
Join Date: Nov 2014
Posts: 7,509
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Quote:
Originally Posted by FlyWright
The condition of the ER often gives an indication of the level of maintenance/care the boat has received. A clean ER is not a guarantee of a clean vessel, but it's an indicator. Belts? Hoses? Oil mess? Leaking fuel? Tanks? (water, holding and fuel) Stringer rot? Electrical wire chaos? Water heater? Inverter?
It's the heart chamber of the boat's systems. It deserves a lot of attention.
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AGREE 
Another worthwhile step is to request a look at their maintenance records / log and or ships log (if that's where maintenance notes are kept)...
ideally you'd hope to find an anal retentive type that keeps detailed records whether they DIY or have a yard do their work - records help confirm what has been done vs what is "claimed"
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2008 MS 34 HT Trawler
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