Very informative, thanks bud. I understand rotating center cleat 90*, supporting chain off the deck and easier to wrap. When I drill for deck pipe, you are saying to center directly over locker, not just centered port and starboard, correct? That would make sense because the windlass would have to be centered and located aft of the deck pipe, correct? I'm going to take your advice with anchor line recommendations, and thank you for the Bahamian moor explanation. I believe I'm going to skip the bow pulpit for now. The 1977 has had the bow rail removed, yet the 1976 Blank Canvas in my yard here in SC has a beautiful SS original, should I feel the need.
I am so glad to hear that your Etec is a 2007. I have a 2006 and had some serious concerns about it being an early model. I was confused at time of purchase, but I think it was purchased as a left over in 2009, and saw it stamped 06 the next day. I do not know any history of Etecs, and my first ride was with you. This engine is estimated at 275 hours and MINT. Under the cowl she looks brand new. If it's taken care of as described and as well as his vehicles, and as the guys in his high and dry marina describe him, it should be a great engine. However, with the possibility of my first crossing, I could be easily convinced to sell this engine while it is still very marketable. Also, unlike the previous owner, he did not purchase the original (I-Command?) tach/gauge. That was an important part of my interest in your Etec. Thats all for now.
Any chance you will be able to make the crossing with KMoose last week of June/first week of July? I really want to do it!!!
Michael.
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