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The 36-footer came with a pair of Chrysler 440 gas engines, rated around 330 hp each. While the F-36’s top speed is somewhere in the 25-knot range, the couple
prefers to run mostly at trawler speeds. “We cruise at 7 knots to conserve fuel and enjoy the scenery,” Burstein says. Fuel use is about 4 or 5 gallons per hour at that speed, though the boat “will cruise happily at 15 to 18 knots,” he adds. here
Despite the boat’s age, it was an easy buy. Burstein had checked out the builder and model through the Trojan owners’ online forum. “I was able to contact owners and pick their brains on Trojans, and the F boats in particular,” he says. One owner turned out to have credentials with the Society of Accredited Marine Surveyors, and he surveyed the boat before the couple bought it. here
How’s it been, though, owning and keeping up a 44-year-old boat? If you can find a place such as Beacon Marine Supply of Easton, Pennsylvania, it’s not that hard, Burstein says. The company specializes in Trojan boats, dispensing advice and spare parts, company history and a few sea stories too. “Having support for an older boat is critical to me,” Burstein says. “I do a lot of the improvement projects by myself, and the Trojan community is very helpful.”
Wayne Burstein asked all of those questions and more as he and Lisa O’Hara looked to replace their Chaparral 2500 SX Sport. “We made many boating and camping friends with that boat,” says Burstein, 63, from Oakton, Virginia. “As my children were moving on to college, Lisa and I were looking to do some longer-distance cruising, and a bigger boat made sense.”
There are a lot of questions to ask and answer when buying a used boat, especially an older one whose builder might be relegated to the pages of boating history. What’s the builder’s reputation? How many of its boats are still around? Does a certain model have design flaws or equipment problems? Can you still get parts? Who can do the repairs?
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Sorry, rambling. I got the basics of what I need to do. Not going to drive myself crazy until I pick the actual boat. I want a solid fiberglass hull. Second choice would be an aluminum hull (which has its good points, but upkeep will be different, especially in salt water). Maintenance will be dependent on type of boat I end up with and the water I stay in.
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1994 Trojan 370 Express cruiser has spent most of its life in covered moorage. Owner is selling boat with Dingy but would consider just selling boat Lots of upgrades including extended swim deck with davit system and dingy, over the last couple of years we have done new soft top, both engines and upolstry. Raymarine electronics with auto pilot features. Owner is moving up to larger boat so please serious inquires only.
This is an original Great Lakes boat that was redone in 2005-06. At that time it was repowered with the Lehman diesels and a Mase 6K diesel generator. It also rec'd new cockpit upholstry, new radar, new marine refrigerator, new vacuflush head, new bilge pumps as well as awlgrip paint on the hull sides. This is an extremely spacious boat in both cockpit and cabin due to wide 13ft beam. Engines and generator run great, and boat performs well on water. This is a great boat and with a little TLC, is something you could be very proud of for many years to come. Now for the bad, Port fuel tank (aluminum) has a leak, but both engines can be run off starbord side. Boat has some scratches on sides, as it got pinned between boats and dock durring Hurricane Arlene (2011). As I am a Florida resident who summers on the boat in NY, I never got a chace to repair paint. The boat is presently on the hard in Kingston NY. I will be returning to NY the end of May. I am selling, as I'm moving on to a 42ft houseboat. I can be reached at (845)764-0181 if you have any questions. Powered by eBay Turbo ListerThe free listing tool. List your items fast and easy and manage your active items. [links]
More photos coming, including of beautiful upated interior - save this auction and stop back! So much to love on this vintage motor yacht, and so many updates. Venerable aft-cabin cruiser from 1970s, 1980s set class standards in her day for interior comfort and user versatility. Offered with several layouts over the years, this one has twin beds in aft stateroom and galley aft in the salon, making it perfect as a liveaboard. Two heads - full aft with shower, half adjacent to V-berth. Design highlights include walkaround decks, combined helm/aft-deck area with interchangeable captain's chair/table, molded seating with cushion in the bow. Note the tall bridge windshield, provding good helm visibility. Includes radar, radio, GPS plotter. Updates include:All new canvas and cockpit cover and cushions in 2013. 2 brand new air conditioner units with reverse heat in 2013. Memory foam mattress pads and covers in aft cabin in 2013.Fantastic self-adjusting aluminum gangplank stairs in 20152 Vac-U-Flush heads with 70 gallon holding tank installed in 2009. New Apartment size refrigerator freezer installed 2009. 2 Brand new fresh water cooled Marine power engines put in 2002 - less than 120 hours on them. 6.5 Onan generator replaced with a 1985 rebuilt in 2009.New, neutral-colored, washable carpet and area rugs throughout in 2015. Carpet in salon/galley is tiles that can be removed, hosed off, and replaced!New microwave in 2015New sleep sofa, fold-down table and bar chairs in 2015. (Also has original teak drop leaf table.)Full bathroom countertop refinished, walls painted, teak revarnished in 2015Windows tinted in 2015Screens replaced in 2015 with shade/privacy screeningGalley countertop resurfaced with skimcoat concrete in 2015Salon/galley and V-berth insulated with 1.5-2" closed-cell foam in 2015 - cozy even in winter12v ceiling lights replaced with LED fixtures in 201532" TV and antenna installed in 2015 (great reception)New ice eater in 2015 - stay in the water all year!Plus many, many extras - GPS plotter, radar, extra set of bronze props, extra shore power lines, extra ropes, dishes, glassware, coffeemaker, Ikea bedlinens. Boat is in the water AND slip rental is paid through May 2016. Great marina; water, power, wifi included. Enjoy this boat all winter as a peaceful getaway! The hull has been sanded and prepped for repainting; several cans of Durabak coating are also included. We love this boat but a new job takes us out of the area and inland. here
Finally I've got new photos up! Thanks for your patience. So much to love on this vintage motor yacht, and so many updates. Venerable aft-cabin cruiser from 1970s, 1980s set class standards in her day for interior comfort and user versatility. Offered with several layouts over the years, this one has twin beds in aft stateroom and galley aft in the salon, making it perfect as a liveaboard. Two heads - full aft with shower, half adjacent to V-berth. Design highlights include walkaround decks, combined helm/aft-deck area with interchangeable captain's chair/table, molded seating with cushion in the bow. Note the tall bridge windshield, provding good helm visibility. Includes radar, radio, GPS plotter. Updates include:All new canvas - bimini (cockpit cover) with isinglass and screens, and cushions in 2013. 2 brand new air conditioner units with reverse heat in 2013. Memory foam mattress pads and covers in aft cabin in 2013.Fantastic self-adjusting aluminum gangplank stairs in 20152 Vac-U-Flush heads with 70 gallon holding tank installed in 2009. New Apartment size refrigerator freezer installed 2009. 2 Brand new fresh water cooled Marine power engines put in 2002 - less than 120 hours on them. 6.5 Onan generator replaced with a 1985 rebuilt in 2009.New, neutral-colored, washable carpet and area rugs throughout in 2015. Carpet in salon/galley is tiles that can be removed, hosed off, and replaced!New microwave in 2015New sleep sofa, fold-down table and bar chairs in 2015. (Also has original teak drop leaf table.)Full bathroom countertop refinished, walls painted, teak revarnished in 2015Windows tinted in 2015Screens replaced in 2015 with shade/privacy screeningGalley countertop resurfaced with skimcoat concrete in 2015Salon/galley and V-berth insulated with 1.5-2" closed-cell foam in 2015 - cozy even in winter12v ceiling lights replaced with LED fixtures in 201532" TV and antenna installed in 2015 (great reception)New ice eater in 2015 - stay in the water all year!Plus many, many extras - GPS plotter, radar, extra set of bronze props, extra shore power lines, extra ropes, dishes, glassware, coffeemaker, Ikea bedlinens. Boat is in the water AND slip rental is paid through May 2016. Great marina; water, power, wifi included. Enjoy this boat all winter as a peaceful getaway! The hull has been sanded and prepped for repainting; several cans of Durabak coating are also included. We love this boat but a new job takes us out of the area and inland. here
Private Seller (443) 838-7125 Photos Photo 1 Close Request Information * Name First Name * Email Telephone (optional) Best Time to Contact Anytime Morning Mid-day Evening Question/Comments (optional) Shop Safely: Protect Your Money. By using this site, you agree to our Terms of Use. Contact Seller 1972 Trojan Cabin Cruiser,1972 32' Trojan Cruiser. Dual station, twin rebuilt 318s, 200 hrs, AC, spotlight, full electronics and more. Cabin sleeps 6. Great condition, fully operational. Built to fish or cruise, $6,000 OBO. Eric 443-838-7125 $6000, 4438387125 Be sure: Get a boat history report|Finance this boat|Get an insurance quote| here
1978 Trojan Cabin,30' Trojan Cabin Cruiser. This boat has twin 318 twin motors on engine is brand new. This boat was a charter boat on Lake Michigan for many years and while a charter boat passed every inspection. The boat includes the trailer and some fishing equipment. $8000
The boat just had close to $20,000 in repairs and upgrades. The outdrives have been overhauled and are running great! Both engines have been tuned up and I am told are purring like kittens! Fresh Bottom paint and detailing have been done! Stock #153202 A Beautiful wide Beam Express Cruiser that has Many New Upgrades! Motivated seller. Bring all offers! This 1990 is a great entry level Express Cruiser that has some great amenities for a boat this side! A wide beam and the twin 5.0 Mercrusiers provide a fast, stable ride for you and the family and friends. With a V-berth, as well as an aft berth and fold down salon table, you can sleep six comfortably on this cruiser. A well-equipped galley allows you to make quick meals and snacks. The head has an electric toilet, sink and handheld shower for your personal hygiene. A dual AC unit keeps the cabin cool while underway or at the dock. This is a boat that can be used as a weekend crash pad at the shore or on a lake. Call with any questions! Reason for selling is going bigger boat!.