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28-02-2011, 00:23
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Island Trader 41 . . . Good Idea ?
Hello recieved a phone call this evening, a friend fund a good project boat for me...will go and see it tomorow...This boat is well within my budget and I realy like this model...at present I own a hinterhoeller 28 in wich I will be living starting spring...I like my H28 alot and have no problem with its smaller size...however I will be living on a boat for many years.
lest say both are in similar good condition...I have no intension of future resale.
is the sea dragon a good idea?
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28-02-2011, 05:36
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
Ialand trader is also known as Fermosa!!! built in Taiwan
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28-02-2011, 06:05
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
I think I'd sure prefer living aboard the IT41 vs the H28. Even though you say you have no problem with the smaller 28, I think after a while you would really appreciate the additional room/storage of the 41.
I generally like the Bill Garden design boats, and if the price/condition is right and you like the model ... why not.
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28-02-2011, 06:11
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
Maybe you should have a chat with Zeehag... she owns a Formosa 41....
or the people at the leaky teaky yacht club....
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28-02-2011, 06:22
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
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Originally Posted by boatman61
Maybe you should have a chat with Zeehag... she owns a Formosa 41....
or the people at the leaky teaky yacht club....
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Hey, he said it was a "project boat"! 
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28-02-2011, 06:30
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
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Hey, he said it was a "project boat"! |
Exactly.....
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28-02-2011, 07:02
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
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Originally Posted by boatman61
Exactly.....
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I just joined the leaky club...and yes I will talk with zeehag...cant belive this is happening...what a boat 
actualy its not much of a project, only the teak deck needs work tho its not leaking...going to see it in a few hours will post photos.
cheers
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28-02-2011, 07:11
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
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Originally Posted by jobi
I just joined the leaky club...and yes I will talk with zeehag...cant belive this is happening...what a boat
actualy its not much of a project, only the teak deck needs work tho its not leaking...going to see it in a few hours will post photos.
cheers |
Hey... may even have a bunk for that 'Proper Sprung Matress'.....
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28-02-2011, 15:01
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
done deal...new owner of Island Trader 41
love the boat..shes in good condition exept for some scraping on the side.
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28-02-2011, 15:23
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
Congrat!! I think that will be a great cruiser/live aboard for you. As the owner of a CheoyLee, I suggest you plan to recaulk your deck fittings and redo any dodgy seams to help eliminate deck leaks. I'd roll a little paint on that baby and put it the water this spring and use the proceeds of the H28 sale to finance any future work. Have fun!
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28-02-2011, 16:08
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
Love those carved doors!
Congratulations and enjoy. 
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28-02-2011, 16:11
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
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Originally Posted by Shoalcove
Congrat!! I think that will be a great cruiser/live aboard for you. As the owner of a CheoyLee, I suggest you plan to recaulk your deck fittings and redo any dodgy seams to help eliminate deck leaks. I'd roll a little paint on that baby and put it the water this spring and use the proceeds of the H28 sale to finance any future work. Have fun! |
thanks will do the deck when in the bahamas next year...for now its in good condition and has no sings of leaking...will do paint touch ups asap.
The Hinterhoeller is an awsome boat that few contamporary boats can match...I am keeping this baby for my kids to enjoy...at least thats what I want to do.
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28-02-2011, 17:39
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
Working on your boat in the Bahamas sounds like a great idea! We are getting more snow tonight after a blizzard on the weekend. I can walk onto my roof from the pile of snow in the front yard which is convenient since I've had to shovel it off twice. Bahamas...yum!
Back to your boat. I painted mine 2 years ago with International Paints Perfection (2 part) and was very pleased. Rolled and tipped.
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28-02-2011, 17:51
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
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Originally Posted by Shoalcove
Working on your boat in the Bahamas sounds like a great idea! We are getting more snow tonight after a blizzard on the weekend. I can walk onto my roof from the pile of snow in the front yard which is convenient since I've had to shovel it off twice. Bahamas...yum!
Back to your boat. I painted mine 2 years ago with International Paints Perfection (2 part) and was very pleased. Rolled and tipped.
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she only needs a touch up where you see the damage...will simply brush exterior latex and do the entier boat next year with 2 part perfection...its very good paint...I bet the latex will not fade until then, you on for $2?
see my dragon...thers one on both side...ever seen them befor?
cheers
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28-02-2011, 19:44
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Re: Island Trader 41...good idea?
Congratulations!
Latex? I'd at least opt for an oil based enamel.
kind regards,
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