ronobrien
Guru
Hello. My name is Ron. I am life long sailor and I am now nearing retirement and I am very interested owning a trawler. I have been gravitating towards the late 70's Marine Trader line for a number of reasons. I have spent my sailing life as a marine mechanic/electrician. I have had the good fortune to have quite a bit of professional training. My concern with the boats I have been reading about is the hull/stringers/frames. What I have been able to glean from all I have read/heard is that the decks and cabins are generally glass over ply in that era, also that the hulls are solid glass with wood core stringers and mahogany frames. can anyone tell me if this sounds correct? any other info is welcome. Thanks for welcoming a newbie!!!