Good day everyone,
I am at a point in life to
purchase a sailboat. My wife and I are interested in a
Hylas 44. It is one with the W70 and the small
cockpit. We like the
boat and this exchange has been of interest. While there are many items to be repaired/replaced, if I were to
repower it appears that
Yanmar is the preferred engine, what ballpark am I looking at to
repower the 44? In one review it spoke about the difficulty of getting the engine in and out. We like the solidity of the
boat, it's beauty, and layout. I imagine this would be one of the greatest costs we would face.
Also, I have a question regarding the
keel. I've asked around to get someone to explain the
keel to me. Many are surprised at the
fiberglass stub with an external lead wrap. What are the benefits over a standard external or internal keel.
Thanks for your time and answers.
Grayl