dieselram94
Petty Officer 3rd Class
- Joined
- Apr 14, 2010
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Hi, I'm considering buying a first sailboat, I've been around power boats for years but have almost no sailing experience. I have found a Catalina 22 swing keel in decent condition on a solid but rusty trailer (all surface rust) does have a soft spot on deck. Does come with 7.5 hp outboard and recovered cushions.
And I have found a American Mariner 23' fixed keel, with a nice galvanized dual axle trailer in better condition. A couple hundred more with no motor. I have a super clean older Mercury 4.5 long shaft. Is this big enough?
My main concern is cost of replacing sails, both boats have good sails but it seems to me the Catalina would be easier to find sails both new and used.
Any thoughts? I know the soft deck is rotted and will be an involved repair. Should be able to do from inside to preserve outside appearance...
And I have found a American Mariner 23' fixed keel, with a nice galvanized dual axle trailer in better condition. A couple hundred more with no motor. I have a super clean older Mercury 4.5 long shaft. Is this big enough?
My main concern is cost of replacing sails, both boats have good sails but it seems to me the Catalina would be easier to find sails both new and used.
Any thoughts? I know the soft deck is rotted and will be an involved repair. Should be able to do from inside to preserve outside appearance...