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Old 03-17-2014, 01:01 PM   #11
Ski in NC
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City: Wilmington, NC
Vessel Name: Louisa
Vessel Model: Custom Built 38
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There's two of the ST44's in my area. I've gotten a bit involved in one, and generally like the boat. Good mix of trawler speed running with capability to run 20kts.

Regarding oil use: Diesels often use a little oil. Some use zero, some a little more. I would not fuss over 1/2qt in 20hrs. Just don't let it get too low. One thing to try is quit topping it up from the half way mark. Some engines like to eat any oil above half full, let it stay at half and engine quits eating it. Cheap to try.

Another thing was there was no bilge pump in lazarette. We got the dealer to add one before taking delivery.
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