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[MikeyG]

Hey all, been lurking a while, survey about to happen Saturday on hopefully my new to me Schucker 438 so thought I'd say hi. Now, if I knew how to drive the damn thing...

 

[dimer2]

Welcome to TF and congrats on the new boat!

 

[RT Firefly]

Greetings,
Welcome aboard heh?

 

[Lou_tribal]

Hey all, been lurking a while, survey about to happen Saturday on hopefully my new to me Schucker 438 so thought I'd say hi. Now, if I knew how to drive the damn thing...

Don't worry I was in the same situation almost 1 year ago but you know what, when you have no alternative, you got to drive it! And everything will be fine!

 

[O C Diver]

Welcome to the forum! Hope the survey goes well.

Ted

 

[Crusty Chief]

Cheers Mike, show us the pics as soon as possible. Oh and welcome aboard!

 

[AusCan]

Schuckers are great boats. Is a 438 the same as a 436 with a flybridge instead of a mast & sailing rig?

 

[GFC]

Welcome to TF. I'm not familiar with your new boat so would you please post photos?
Thanks.

 

[MikeyG]

I grab some pics tomorrow and it is the trawler version of the motorsailor. Looked at a sailor and knew I miss the outside space the flybridge provides. I'm an otr trucker so I can't wait to quadruple my living space!

 

[Legend]

Look forward to seeing pictures!

 

[rwidman]

One good way to learn to drive your boat is to hire an experienced captain for a few hours of on the water training. Look for one with experience with your type of boat. Not necessarily the same brand, but something similar.

 

[MikeyG]

Well, survey went very well yesterday, couple of small issues to address when I take possession but she showed really well. Of course in the excitement I didn't take a single pic! She's still listed on Yachtworld in Palmetto FL with some photos. Previous owner and the broker are more than willing to help with my training as 6 months of moorage were included in the deal.
Now, insurance, naming and staying in the truck to pay for it all...

 

[User915]

Welcome aboard, good your survey went well !

 

[FlyWright]

1981 Schucker 438 Power Boat For Sale - www.yachtworld.com

Congrats on the new boat! Sure looks like a lot of boat for the buck. Looks like she'll be easy to single hand with those nice wide side decks and salon doors.