Help identify this trawler?
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Old Sea Dog
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backinblue
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Why?
Nomad Willy
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I like it.
I think there’s a guy from Finland that has a very similar boat. Similar re both hull and cabin. I think he’s a member on TF. I usta watch for his posts.
But my interest lies w the little OB boat w the green hull bottom. Something almost never seen is the curved spray/lift rail. Looks like it’s configured to help minimize stern squat. No narrow fore-foot either. It’s a possibility Ray Hunt could have been the creator methinks.
I think there’s a guy from Finland that has a very similar boat. Similar re both hull and cabin. I think he’s a member on TF. I usta watch for his posts.
But my interest lies w the little OB boat w the green hull bottom. Something almost never seen is the curved spray/lift rail. Looks like it’s configured to help minimize stern squat. No narrow fore-foot either. It’s a possibility Ray Hunt could have been the creator methinks.
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Sailor of Fortune
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What does it have for an engine?
Blissboat
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A cool / cold climate boat, with all that fixed cabin glass. Like the way the running gear is so well-protected. The nearly level shaft angle suggests the engine is amidships and low. The big, rectangular rudder well aft should help her respond handily in close quarters.
Delta Riverat
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Sweet looking little boat! Full displacement hull, should sip fuel.
You ready to dig in and get your hands (and the rest of you) dirty?
But hey, can't beat the price eh?
You ready to dig in and get your hands (and the rest of you) dirty?
But hey, can't beat the price eh?
RT Firefly
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Greetings,
Mr. D. Personally, I would fair the hull, perhaps put a barrier coat below the waterline and paint. A few years back we did a "roll and tip" to our 46' Cheoy Lee and it turned out quite well, IMO. Used Alexseal paint. VERY user friendly.
Mr. D. Personally, I would fair the hull, perhaps put a barrier coat below the waterline and paint. A few years back we did a "roll and tip" to our 46' Cheoy Lee and it turned out quite well, IMO. Used Alexseal paint. VERY user friendly.
Mac2
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Agree with RTF. Two part barrier coats below the waterline and two part epoxy paint above. The two part epoxy paints (roll and tip) last many years, and more importantly, they are easy to repair. Stay away from Awlgrip. Extremely difficult to repair. Awcraft is repairable. I only have experience with Interlux Perfection-also, very easy to roll and tip.
That sounds great. I was wondering what type of paint/gelcoat to try. I didn’t put much thought into the bottom coat….. When you say “two barrier” are you referring to two part paints? Also, what product would you fair the hull with?
There’s a ton of products info out there - you get a great(much better) handle on real world use by working experience and good advice. Thank You guys
There’s a ton of products info out there - you get a great(much better) handle on real world use by working experience and good advice. Thank You guys
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Mac2
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System Three Quickfare is great. Easy to mix, dries quick and easy to sand. The bottom barrier coat is a must. It will help prevent blistering. Interlux InterProtect 2000E Barrier Coat Epoxy Primer is popular and one I've used. It will tell you a thickness, which I've never been able to figure out. I'm thinking a minimum of two coats. Also, study up on when to start the bottom paint. I think you start the bottom paint before the barrier coat is completely dry to help it attach. Each brand has their own instructions.
You can't go wrong with two part (epoxy) primers and topcoats. The added benefit is the ease of matching colors (factory colors you know) when doing repairs and the ease of inexperienced (like myself) of applying the paint. Like anything else, the prep for the paint is 90% of the work.
I've never attempted gel-coat. It seems like an artform to me. Matching colors being the challenge. I had no idea there were so many shades of white.
RickyD
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I recognize that, its a Sweet Money Pit Model Time Sinker. :lol:
Sailor of Fortune
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Being a 1964 hull, if she hasn't blistered yet....I think your good...Barrier coat if it helps you sleep at night
Delta Riverat
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It should. There is a reason it's free if out in 3 years.
The question is how much dough do you want to contract vs how much sweat equity you're willing to invest.
The question is how much dough do you want to contract vs how much sweat equity you're willing to invest.
Nomad Willy
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I really like the boat butI’d be apprehensive about the low cabin. Absolutely great for minimal side windage but she’ll likely come up short on head room. In a boat of this size I’m OK w headroom an inch or two short. Visibility, CG and windage are important to me.
Overall it’s good this boat is not closer … I may need to have her.
Overall it’s good this boat is not closer … I may need to have her.
RT Firefly
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Greetings,
Mr. D. One, potentially cheap, option is to do the minimal to get her running and floating. IF, and a VERY many "IFS" here is what actual condition is she in now? Engine/drive train, electrical (can be very minimal), hull/deck/cabin integrity (meaning leaks both major and minor). See how you like her and THEN make a decision as to her potential or lack thereof.
In order to do a proper analysis and provide the most encouraging opinions, the world NEEDS more information and pictures. STAT!
Mr. D. One, potentially cheap, option is to do the minimal to get her running and floating. IF, and a VERY many "IFS" here is what actual condition is she in now? Engine/drive train, electrical (can be very minimal), hull/deck/cabin integrity (meaning leaks both major and minor). See how you like her and THEN make a decision as to her potential or lack thereof.
In order to do a proper analysis and provide the most encouraging opinions, the world NEEDS more information and pictures. STAT!
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If you are really marine stuff capable go for it, provided you have $50-75K plus to do it. New tanks, wiring, engine work, drive train, interior joinery, exterior, instruments etc. in other words, assume a gut job. Not to mention the time -----
But at the end you'll have a little beauty.
But at the end you'll have a little beauty.
you're not the first sailor to be lusting after an exotic girl from a far off land. it's a very old story...
Nomad Willy
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With everything new it could be that expensive. But if so how-a-bout a new hull?
A clever person could re-fit the boat for far far less. Just for openers one could get a good take out engine as many sailboats use engines the perfect size for this boat 40-60hp. And many more engines in the 15-25hp range as there are so many smaller sailboats.
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A free boat can be very expensive, but I wish you luck if you want to take on this project.
Delta Riverat
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Find out how much the yard will let you do for a better look-see.
Power wash the dirt off the outside and then go in with a battery and see if the engine runs? You can fix the hose to the sea cock. This will also let you check a lot of electricals. Test the steering, see if the rudder moves. Grab the prop, is it stuck?
Yeah, we need more info!
Power wash the dirt off the outside and then go in with a battery and see if the engine runs? You can fix the hose to the sea cock. This will also let you check a lot of electricals. Test the steering, see if the rudder moves. Grab the prop, is it stuck?
Yeah, we need more info!
