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Forum: Cruising and Events - Interior Waters 02-27-2024, 07:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 736
Posted By Capt. Kirk
New to Great Lakes Cruising and in Need of Guidance

Hello Trawler Forum Cruisers,

My wife, Sharon, and I are new to Great Lakes cruising and are in need of a lot of advice.

We are looking for recommendations about "must see" destinations. We...
Forum: Boating Safety and Concerns 03-20-2022, 12:42 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 15,539
Posted By Capt. Kirk
I can report she is now laying on her side at...

I can report she is now laying on her side at Gulf Marine Yachtworks in Ft. Myers Beach, FL. I saw her there yesterday and wondered what the backstory was. Very sad sight to see a great cruising...
Forum: Power Systems 04-27-2021, 07:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,337
Posted By Capt. Kirk
It was someone in the office not a mecahnic, but...

It was someone in the office not a mecahnic, but still surprised they would say that if they really didn't know how this works. Thanks for the insight.
Forum: Power Systems 04-26-2021, 08:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,337
Posted By Capt. Kirk
Sorry, but I'm confused. Are you...

Sorry, but I'm confused.

Are you suggesting I do all the following for my engine survey?

Remove the injectors to check the compression? And then put them back in and "run the rack?"
"Adjust...
Forum: Power Systems 04-25-2021, 11:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,337
Posted By Capt. Kirk
Engine Survey for DD 6V92s

I have an accepted off on a RPHMY with twin 550 HP DD 6V92s.
With 550 HP, am I correct that they must be TAs?
The current owner has had her for five years. He says he has run her at 8 to 10...
Forum: Power Systems 04-25-2021, 10:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 15,931
Posted By Capt. Kirk
I have received conflicting feedback on how to...

I have received conflicting feedback on how to best run the 6V92s.

Some people have said, “you can’t baby these girls, you got to run them on the pins.” I take it that means at higher RPMs.
This...
Forum: Power Systems 04-25-2021, 10:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 15,931
Posted By Capt. Kirk
Detroits mistake was in the sealants used to...

Detroits mistake was in the sealants used to assemble the engine.
Use DD stuff it will leak unless very fine workmanship was used. Clean surfaces and a torque wrench.

Using OTS sealant was...
Forum: Power Systems 04-25-2021, 09:49 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 15,931
Posted By Capt. Kirk
This boat has Walker Airseps already, which will...

This boat has Walker Airseps already, which will help minimize the mess in the engine room, although I’m hoping not to eat my lunch down there too often. It does look like it could use a good...
Forum: Power Systems 04-22-2021, 03:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 15,931
Posted By Capt. Kirk
Am I crazy to buy a boat with 30 year old DD 6V92s?

I have made an offer on a boat powered with the original pair of 550 HP 6v92 Detroit Diesels. Both have been rebuilt in the last few years and they have all the documentation on the rebuilds. I...
Forum: Financial Matters and Red Tape 04-19-2021, 08:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,058
Posted By Capt. Kirk
FYI - after spending an hour ofn the phoone with...

FYI - after spending an hour ofn the phoone with progressive they said, "sorry, we don't insure boats over 50 feet."

I thank everyone for all the good feedback and will start making calls to some...
Forum: Financial Matters and Red Tape 04-18-2021, 08:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,058
Posted By Capt. Kirk
Insuring an older boat

From what I gather finding a company to insure an older boat can be difficult.
I am looking to buy a trawler or motor yacht in 45’ to 60’ range to cruise and live aboard six months a year. My...
Forum: Other Trawler Systems 03-29-2021, 05:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 11,124
Posted By Capt. Kirk
Thanks for the very helpful infomation.

Thanks for the very helpful infomation.
Forum: General Discussion 03-26-2021, 01:06 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 13,835
Posted By Capt. Kirk
One vote for Yeti. I have gone thru so many...

One vote for Yeti. I have gone thru so many cheap large coolers - mostly Igloos and Colemans on my boats thru the years, I can't count. Buying replacement parts, fixing leaks and cracks. I got my...
Forum: Financial Matters and Red Tape 01-11-2021, 11:10 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,514
Posted By Capt. Kirk
There is a lot of great info on thgis forum, as...

There is a lot of great info on thgis forum, as always.
Most people I've spoken to on this subject suggest eliminating fuel and dockage costs from other ownership calculations as they will vary...
Forum: Classifieds Archive - Closed To New Posts 01-10-2021, 09:24 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,973
Posted By Capt. Kirk
Congratulations, Capt. John.

Congratulations, Capt. John.
Forum: Classifieds Archive - Closed To New Posts 12-17-2020, 03:35 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,973
Posted By Capt. Kirk
Sorry but this posted before I finished. I...

Sorry but this posted before I finished.

I have been aboard her and I can highly recommend her. For anyone interested in this boat, I can tell you she is a fine, comfortable, well-maintained...
Forum: Classifieds Archive - Closed To New Posts 12-17-2020, 03:22 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,973
Posted By Capt. Kirk
I have been aboard her and I can highly recommend...

I have been aboard her and I can highly recommend her. For anyone interested in this boat, I can tell you she is a fine, comfortable, well-maintained vessel.
my wife and I spent over two hours...
Forum: General Discussion 12-14-2020, 03:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,304
Posted By Capt. Kirk
This looks like a great find. Not sure about the...

This looks like a great find. Not sure about the triple nickels, though.
Forum: General Discussion 12-11-2020, 09:31 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 30,904
Posted By Capt. Kirk
For those who can't afford the Dashew 64 or to...

For those who can't afford the Dashew 64 or to build a trawler with an aluminum superstructure and steel hull, I ask...

What about aluminum?
A lot of beautiful yachts have been built in aluminum?...
Forum: General Discussion 12-11-2020, 09:27 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 30,904
Posted By Capt. Kirk
What about aluminum? A lot of beautiful yachts...

What about aluminum?
A lot of beautiful yachts have been built in aluminum?
I don't see that many listings for them on the east coast of the US, other than large old Burger and Broward motoryachts....
Forum: General Discussion 12-10-2020, 06:06 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 30,904
Posted By Capt. Kirk
I imagine some repairs, like the sanding or...

I imagine some repairs, like the sanding or sandblasting rust and repainting would be a huge job if it is behind the joinery. If you actually need to cut out rust, I assume you would typically be...
Forum: General Discussion 12-10-2020, 04:43 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 30,904
Posted By Capt. Kirk
Thanks for the valuable feedback If you don't...

Thanks for the valuable feedback If you don't mind me asking, What make and model of boat did you end up buying?
Forum: General Discussion 12-07-2020, 03:04 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,868
Posted By Capt. Kirk
Maine Point fender covers are great if you don't...

Maine Point fender covers are great if you don't use them. They're made of fleece, come in a nice assortment of colors and do a great job protecting an Awlgrip hull. The pair of extra large fenders...
Forum: General Discussion 12-06-2020, 10:11 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 30,904
Posted By Capt. Kirk
Steel Trawlers - Pros and Cons

I looked for a thread on this subject in TF and I was surprised not to find one. Probably just user error on my part.

I'm planning to buy a trawler in the 45' to 60' range. Searching for the...
Forum: Classifieds Archive - Closed To New Posts 12-02-2020, 04:13 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,973
Posted By Capt. Kirk
John, Thanks for the additional pics. Let me...

John,
Thanks for the additional pics.
Let me see if I can make time this weekend to come up and see your boat.
If I can, what works for you?
Kirk
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