Trojan Boat Forum

kboette1 wrote: ↑Thu May 29, 2014 9:19 pm P-Dogg, don't forget to update us on the ZInc paint. I almost did the same thing this year. Glad I waited...

Identical performance. Don't say I didn't follow-up!

Recently had the pleasure of removing my tranny for service. Sharing my engine-supporting solution for my 1985 Tricab in case it's useful.

2x6s with a 2x4 between, supported as required each end. 4" PVC pipe makes it "easy" to slide engine fore n aft.

For mine, I used fiberglass. Since I also did all of my through-hulls, including my exhaust, I had a countertop shop with a waterjet cut all of the shapes for me. Not inexpensive, but you get net shapes without risk to your health or shredding saw blades. I would also consider exterior plywood soake...

Pics of the problem always help....

Hard to beat being in the water for providing distributed support. Extra blocking on the ground could suffice. Consider: on the hard, every trip inside the boat means up n down a ladder, vs walking down a dock. But if you're already hauled, you're not missing any boat-use time if you start now. Agre...

What's the advantage of removing the strut too?

Nothing whatsoever.

So everyone "knows" to periodically replace risers because you cannot predict their (expensive) failure. 5 years is an oft-quoted number. Here is my story. BLUF: Crusader 270s with 7-year old Barr risers. 5 years in substantially fresh water, then 2 years in salty water. In the water all y...

is there really only 1 AC circuit on the boat? My inverter feeds all the outlets on the port side only, to include my fridge and coffee pot, which are the only appliances on that circuit. An advantage being that once the alternator has completed the task of replacing the starting charge, my otherwis...

BLUF: Looking for wallpaper to match the original on my 1985 tricabin. Not /s, just hopeful. Beacon no longer has any in stock. It is cream colored, with the texture approximating window screen. Did you buy a roll when it was available that you can sell? Did you find a replacement source that you ca...

I have 44 foot Trojan Clevis pin broke n down the anchor went. Now I need another one. What size do I need and best place to get. Thanks If you haven't got a new anchor yet, be sure to pay attention to the type of bottom to which you'll be doing most of your boating, and get an anchor to suit. My F...

No direct experience with this unit, but I can't believe that 400 lb would be an issue. That is not very much as far as lifting goes, and what would be the point of having a crane that only lifts as much as you can? From the pics, it looks like hook height over the rail may be an issue.

The search box may help you with an answer even before Prowlersfish can:

http://www.trojanboats.net/wforum/viewt ... 4&start=15

I'll take the U.S. Navy's word for it........

Liveaboards not allowed at my marina either. I geobach, so I use my boat to stay on during the week because it is close to my work. I'm in my 13th consecutive month. No issues from my marina owners, who are aware of my situation. The point is, I have a home that I can go to, and that I receive mail ...

jckno2023 wrote: ↑Sat Apr 09, 2022 11:55 pm I am a first-time boat owner and do not have the experience to lean on.

I recommend u run right out and treat yourself to the current edition of Nigel Calders Boatowners Mechanical and Electrical Manual.

Second best resource is the search feature of this forum. Enjoy ur new boat!