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Forum: General Maintenance 03-15-2023, 04:53 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,034
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
Thanks for the responses. Yes, I had considered...

Thanks for the responses. Yes, I had considered DIY as I do most, if not all, of my boat work. Unfortunately, DIY yards are nonexistent in my area (central Florida gulf coast). I guess I'd have to...
Forum: General Maintenance 03-15-2023, 04:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,034
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
Thanks. Yes, $20k for my 24' would include a...

Thanks. Yes, $20k for my 24' would include a bottom job assuming the bottom paint just needs a sanding and is in decent condition.
Forum: General Maintenance 03-15-2023, 03:07 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,034
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
You want how much to awlgrip my boat?

The Awlgrip on Sherpa (24' troller) is getting faded and its time to seek out quotes. I was recommended Embry Marine in St Petersburg and was given a very rough quote of $20k for a bottom job and to...
Forum: General Discussion 10-11-2022, 02:39 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,435
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
The cost of diesel makes me happy that I only...

The cost of diesel makes me happy that I only burn about 1/2 to 2/3 gallon an hour at 6 knots! I only wish I could get out more often and burn more fuel! Work gets in the way!
Forum: Trailerable or Pocket Trawlers 10-07-2022, 02:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,695
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
I'm still here! You sound like my wife though! ...

I'm still here! You sound like my wife though! I actually do take her out, but I will admit that I enjoy babying and keeping her in stellar condition. I just replaced the hydraulic lines and...
Forum: General Discussion 02-07-2022, 01:17 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 13,534
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
Prior to the pandemic, there were plenty of data...

Prior to the pandemic, there were plenty of data supporting the notion that younger people were not entering the boating world--the demographics were quite clear. If you mean "our hobby" as owning a...
Forum: General Discussion 06-30-2021, 09:46 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,040
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
My boating territory is from Sarasota to Tarpon...

My boating territory is from Sarasota to Tarpon Springs--no need for a radar as I typically stay inland and use my phone. My wife and I work so no long distance cruises are planned for the near...
Forum: General Discussion 06-07-2021, 10:12 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,714
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
Anyone not rename their boat?

It seems most used boat buyers (I'm guessing around 90%) rename their boat. I am likely in the minority and kept our boat's name--it had a really interesting back story and I'd rather not anger...
Forum: General Discussion 06-02-2021, 09:20 AM
Replies: 244
Views: 18,443
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
Good for you! You look great. I see many...

Good for you! You look great. I see many boaters (not always older) struggling to get around their boat. They'd be so much better off if they weren't carrying a sea turtle around their waist! No...
Forum: General Discussion 06-02-2021, 09:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,816
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
At my marina (St. Pete, Florida), one will most...

At my marina (St. Pete, Florida), one will most definitely have soft and light hard growth in 2-3 weeks.
Forum: General Discussion 06-02-2021, 07:54 AM
Replies: 244
Views: 18,443
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
There is so much variation in how people age. I...

There is so much variation in how people age. I see a lot of very capable older adults at my marina and many share one thing in common--they keep the weight off and stay fit. Boating is physical,...
Forum: Trailerable or Pocket Trawlers 05-25-2021, 03:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,567
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
Thank you! She is Awlgripped from top to bottom....

Thank you! She is Awlgripped from top to bottom. I had the mat custom-made by Mad Hatters Mats at https://madmatter.com It wasn't cheap, but it is extremely durable. I have the measurements if...
Forum: Trailerable or Pocket Trawlers 05-25-2021, 03:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,555
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
I've been away from the forum for a while but...

I've been away from the forum for a while but welcome to the Vashon owner's club! My Vashon is in a slip all year. She is due for a haul out after the summer for a bottom job and new Awlgrip on her...
Forum: General Discussion 07-31-2020, 01:42 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,284
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
I spent many of my younger years on a Defever 44,...

I spent many of my younger years on a Defever 44, and I can count on one hand the number of times the lower helm was used. I love fly bridges and the excellent visibility they provide. We had a...
Forum: Power Systems 07-22-2020, 08:52 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,743
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
I am reviving an old thread of mine, but thought...

I am reviving an old thread of mine, but thought providing closure would help provide a possible solution to someone with a similar problem. To summarize, I was having a steaming/white smoke issue...
Forum: Cruising and Events - East Coast 11-25-2019, 04:32 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,370
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
Tarpon Springs is my home town and my typical...

Tarpon Springs is my home town and my typical boating activity ranges from St. Pete to Tarpon. My wife and I could meet up on a weekend.
Forum: General Discussion 11-11-2019, 04:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 14,331
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
This is passionate about not fiberglassing over...

This is passionate about not fiberglassing over wooden boats--particularly vintage ones! I can't imagine the cost of removing all that fiberglass!


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WF0Bqcvvsg
Forum: General Discussion 10-31-2019, 12:57 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,147
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
I would wear slippers too if I had that problem!...

I would wear slippers too if I had that problem! :eek:
Forum: General Discussion 10-31-2019, 12:19 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,147
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
Perhaps their feet issues are partially from...

Perhaps their feet issues are partially from wearing shoes all the time. When I get home from work, the first thing that comes off are my shoes! I can't imagine wearing shoes all day--how...
Forum: General Discussion 10-28-2019, 12:32 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,147
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
Well said. Wearing outdoor shoes in a home is...

Well said. Wearing outdoor shoes in a home is disgusting and I am one who never wears shoes on my boat or someone else's boat. Nothing worse than someone tromping on my Awlgrip decks with their...
Forum: Electrical and Electronics & Navigation 10-24-2019, 10:26 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,232
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
I am a ham radio operator who builds his own wire...

I am a ham radio operator who builds his own wire antenna arrays and equipment and am very familiar with the Western Union Splice. I am not surprised by the NASA results. I have several low band...
Forum: Power Systems 10-23-2019, 09:08 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 23,381
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
:thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb:...

:thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb::thumb: Well said!
Forum: Power Systems 10-23-2019, 09:04 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 23,381
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
I will agree with you on that! My wife...

I will agree with you on that! My wife constantly reminds me to enjoy the boat rather than obsess over mechanical and cosmetic issues! :blush:

Now, I have been in a situation where I needed...
Forum: Power Systems 10-23-2019, 08:19 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 23,381
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
Professional Boatbuilder has a good write-up on...

Professional Boatbuilder has a good write-up on the subject:
https://www.proboat.com/2010/09/wide-open-throttle/

Most boaters underwork their diesels as it is and are afraid of pushing their...
Forum: Power Systems 10-23-2019, 06:16 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 23,381
Posted By Vashon_Trawler
Or this could indicate problems such as barnacles...

Or this could indicate problems such as barnacles on your prop, dirty fuel, fouled bottom, etc. I run my boat briefly to WOT everytime I take her out as a diagnostic to ensure all is well. My prop...
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