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by billdean
Sun Jun 11, 2017 12:16 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Wiring color coding
Replies: 1
Views: 1894

Wiring color coding

Just curious, ABYC has these color codes listed. Are they relevant to our older Trojans?

http://www.boatingmag.com/sites/boating ... k=OfLYV7nG
by billdean
Tue May 16, 2017 9:15 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Chain Locker Latches
Replies: 1
Views: 2075

Chain Locker Latches

On our '88 11 Meter EC, the latches for the chain locker are broken. I did contact Bob but they're no longer available. He does have an alternative that would require modifications. However, before trying to undertake this change, I'm seeing if there are any of these latches available elsewhere. IMG...
by billdean
Tue Aug 30, 2016 10:37 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: Heavy Oxidization
Replies: 13
Views: 7873

Re: Heavy Oxidization

Jimbo, correct, I used a variable speed buffer set to 1400 rpms, and went higher pressing very lightly with the finer compound. Used wool pad for heavier compound, and went with the 3M foam pad for finer grit. Important thing to point out. Many think the harder you press, the better the compound wo...
by billdean
Sat Aug 20, 2016 10:25 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: New to us Trojan 370 Express Cruiser
Replies: 9
Views: 6233

Re: New to us Trojan 370 Express Cruiser

Yes Jimmy, although we'll be in the Delta most of the time, we'll also be running into S.F. Bay from time to time. It can get really windy and on an eb tide, very choppy! I'm sure we'll remain comfortable.
by billdean
Sun Aug 14, 2016 12:54 am
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: New to us Trojan 370 Express Cruiser
Replies: 9
Views: 6233

Re: New to us Trojan 370 Express Cruiser

I agree with "slippery" and well designed. I looked at quite a number of different makes, models, years, sizes . . . And, I kept coming back to the 11 meter. We're not interested in a lot of guests, especially over night & really liked the simple addition of convertible bunks for our g...
by billdean
Fri Aug 12, 2016 10:46 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: New to us Trojan 370 Express Cruiser
Replies: 9
Views: 6233

Re: New to us Trojan 370 Express Cruiser

A few more photos.
Mechanical survey with compressions running from 120 to 125 - very good.
Original Crusader 454's with 900 hours. I own a quick lube chain and I and my managers can rebuild anything, especially older carb'd GMC V8's.
This is going to be fun!
by billdean
Fri Aug 12, 2016 10:38 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: New to us Trojan 370 Express Cruiser
Replies: 9
Views: 6233

Re: New to us Trojan 370 Express Cruiser

Here are a few more photos.
I'll be the third owner & fortunately I have all the records including original manuals.
by billdean
Fri Aug 12, 2016 10:33 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: New to us Trojan 370 Express Cruiser
Replies: 9
Views: 6233

New to us Trojan 370 Express Cruiser

image.jpeg image.jpeg image.jpeg Just closed on our next boat. I started with sailing in Santa Cruz while at college and graduated to crewing on racing boats. Eventually, I bought our first sailboat (Cal 34) "subject to spousal approval" (which wife never quite forgave me for). Went throu...
by billdean
Thu Aug 11, 2016 10:48 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: '87 11 Meter Express steering issue
Replies: 6
Views: 4484

Re: '87 11 Meter Express steering issue

Looked at your boat & others in So. Cal. Bought ours out of Madina del Rey & having it hauled up to No. Cal Delta fresh water next week.
'88 Trojan 370 EC in great shape! Planning some nice interior upgrades! Will post photos of progress.
by billdean
Mon Aug 01, 2016 7:05 pm
Forum: Trojan Boats Forum
Topic: '88 Trojan 370 EC
Replies: 0
Views: 14855

'88 Trojan 370 EC

Just bought an '88 Trojan 370 EC and scheduling to have it trucked from Los Angeles to SF. Before hauling out the trucking company wants to know the total height to the radar arch (needs to be 12' or under because of bridge limitations). I can't find anything here or elsewhere showing this measureme...