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How efficient do you think a Lafitte Skiff hull could cruise with a smaller diesel engine such as a FL120 or something comparable? What exactly would this hull be by definition? Semi displacement? These work boats are generally powered for shrimping so tend to have powerful engines to...

That's the USS Edson (DD-946), a Forrest Sherman-class destroyer. I spent a little time on the following Spruance-class the Ingersoll, (DD-990). Great looking "boats".

I just diagnosed this same smell for my inlaws recently (in their home). Turned out to be a bad anode inside their water heater. In their case given the age of the unit, it was more cost effective to replace the water heater than purchase a new anode for it. Good luck.

How many of you fish during your trips? I can understand dragging baits while making long crossings, but what about while in an anchorage or while exploring with the dink? If you do fish, how do you handle the fishing license issue while traveling and crossing state lines? As for offshore, I...

Love the layout of the Pilgrim 40 - and the economy. The price - well that's a little north of what I have in mind!

No worries Tom. Thanks.

Marin, that link worked. Wow - great read - thanks. I bet it was an exciting time back then in Taiwan during that boat building boom. Hence all the chaos of sticking a name on them and getting them out the door.

Phil, thanks for the info. Living aboard for 17 years? Impressive! Marin - thanks but the link doesn't appear to work?

After years of lurking, I've finally registered and got up the nerve to post. What a wonderful site filled with knowledgeable and delightful folks living the dream! (or hoping to one day) Over the past few years my nightly ritual has been to read up on cruising and "shop" yachtworld...