[m000ve0ver]

Yes it''s a production type mill. I didn''t go for the SuperHydraulic becuase it is only faster. I have the same features but don''t need the extra production speed. I guess like my boat needs. I just want to go but don''t need to go either fast or in bad weather. Call me a fair weather guy. I also have the SimpleSet computer, DeBarker, LubeMizer and operator seat. I also have a 25hp 4wd FEL/Back hoe tractor to move logs around.

I found out the boat has been up to Alaska and back, possibly more than once. This was some time ago. Most of it''s recent life it''s just been a live aboard and cruised around the puget sound.

It is Carvel planked 1 3/16" Cedar over Bent Oak. Galvanized fasteners. Partially refastened and many planks replaced at various times.

I am getting the impression it would be just fine for cruising south of SF Bay with The Golden Gate being the toughest part. And of course, I would be only going out during fair weather and peak season. North of SF sounds rough for any boat.

If I can get the boat for 10K fix the wood structure of the boat for 20K outfit with electronics for 10K leaving 10K for buffer. That keeps me in the 50K range I want. If I blow 50K on something else. I could end up with old electronics. Wood needing work. Fiberglass needing work. Remember I am trying to bring this boat to operational condition. Not convert it to a 7 seas full time Passagemaker.