Hello All,
In 2019 it was decided by the Admiral & I, that we would pump the breaks on boating and switch over to camping.
'About Time' was sold last October to a great couple who fell in love with her at first sight. Sea-trial went perfect and we struck a deal the following weekend. With cash...
Check the water level, bridge heights, and what time the bridges are tended. Make sure your VHF radio is working. Know the height of your boat. Locate places for fuel, and know when they're open.
We did the trip 4 years ago from Ft. Pierce to Clearwater. Great times. That's all I can think of...
That sucks! Sorry to hear.
There are a few DIY boat yards in St. Pete that will haul and block your boat. They help with the heavy lifting if you want to go with a short block, and you can swap over the parts yourself. Not sure what they charge, but you avoid locating an engine hoist if you go...
I too was a little worried about my wife's roll on a bigger boat, so I use this technique which requires her to do nothing when we leave a dock. Notice the outcome is the same but you don't need a spring line. All the docks and bulkheads in our area are padded. I wouldn't try this against a raw...
Welcome to CSR!
That's a beautiful boat. You'll love the Keys. Your English wasn't a problem, you did well. The tow vehicle is also outstanding. Enjoy your new boat!
Welcome to CSR!
That's awesome you're going to document the project. Another member did when he bought a boat with rotted stringers. His name is FriscoBoater. You can YouTube some of his videos. Can't wait to see the project unfold.