I took this picture a few yrs. ago , word had it it was a barn find . Barn was out of state , I think the mid west . Boat came to SoCal . The price , I don't know I never got to talk to the owner . Note the trim tab on the rudder , cool!
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4815/32174625028_622d2fa84e_z.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/R2an5h)002 (https://flic.kr/p/R2an5h) by mark westi (https://www.flickr.com/photos/157116216@N07/), on Flickr
Very salty looking vessel, and well maintained. The trim tab doesn't seem to be attached to any actuating system, but that is a very reliable means of self steering with a suitable vane, as little linkage is required.
Another puzzle is the wooden apparatus on the cabin top, as well as the very solid wood supports for something that is not there.
Very clear picture. Is the vessel still around, or has it moved to another marina?
Norman
The ultimate little cruiser!
So pretty...
Hey Normand , there is some weird stuff on that boat like that 1x6 on the boomkin . I was told that the boat was going to be moved to a marina close by , I have not seen it . When I took this picture the boat had just been lifted off it's trailer and set in the water . Right the trim tab you see is only part of the vane http://www.samlmorse.com/?a=_freehand
http://andersonboatworks.com/craftsman-services/freehand-steering-systems/
Frank , yes very salty and pretty and pricey .
I think the rack on the coach roof is for tying down a dinghy. Maybe a rolled up one?
I was on one about 6-7yrs ago... truly impressed by the storage!
Awesome boat!