Recent content by Mstrawler

I think there is a difference too between living aboard while not yet cruising full time and living aboard while cruising. my wife and I sold house, bought retirement boat and live aboard so we can devote time to refit her. (Boat not my wife!) we plan to build new smaller retirement home and...

You should not consider anything over 50’. No wood. Impossible to insure and you will work on it not use it. No need for a genset greater than 12KW. Install some solar. Buy boat now or 2 yrs prior to pull out date if you are considering older model due to refit work that will be required. Get a...

Picture we Looking for a quick fix and a long term fix.

49’ RAised Pilot House trawler The leak is at starboard galley door.

We are chasing leaks on our Madrid Gras break and need all suggestions on how to fix the problem.

Permission to come aboard! My wise am I just purchased a Defever 49' 1980. She need some work and I am hoping all the year of experience here can help me get through it. We had a 34 Mainship but still rookies. Plan to get her in shape, move aboard and start cruising in a couple years. Thanks...

Hello to all, Just wanting to say how much I appreciate all who share their knowledge and experiences. My husband and I are looking at a 49' Pilothouse trawler and wanting to live aboard in the near future. Our budget is limited and we are wanting to make sure we know all the pros and cons...