Chesapeaker82
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I have an opportunity to buy a mainship 34. It is being sold as a 77 but from the pictures it looks like a mkII which would put it at a mid 80s boat from what I've read. The previous owner passed away part way through a refit and his wife does not have alot of info for me. My questions are as follows. First the boat has a cat 3208 with 325hp. Is this too much hp for this hull? Will this motor get good fuel economy? The boat has a new 1.5" shaft and prop but has been in the water for 3 years, are they going to be damaged without the zincs being changed? The motor was installed 10 years ago but is started regularly (200hrs) but the boat has not moved. I have a ton of questions but these are my main concerns. I have included a couple pics so you can see why I would consider finishing a refit started 10 years ago! She looks like she has good bones! What are your thoughts thanks for the input!