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My wife's 2nd Pregnancy forces me to downsize my fleet and this is one that simply does not get used much. In my promise to sell the Lobster Boat, I negotiated that I could keep the Chesapeake deadrise so not all is lost.
F/S - 23ft fiberglass Maine Downeast hull, 1995 Yamaha 115 and 64-roller twin axle galvanized trailer all in excellent condition.
The hull was manufactured in 1980 in Yarmouth Maine and sold under the name "Pointer". She is true to the Maine downeast tradition of vessels in that she is truly "over-built". The hull fiberglass thickness is about 3/4" solid glass. There is absolutely no rot in the transom at all and the sole (aka floor, ceiling) in 100% solid with absolutely no soft spots anywhere. The hull is a true semi-displacement hull and carries all of the expected and traditional physical and performance attributes expected from the downeast hulls. She is soft riding, able to handle all seas and very able in carrying heavy loads. The hull has a 3/4 length keel (again typical to the downeast tradition) and is greatly responsible for the se-keeping abilities of this fine vessel. The hull was designed by Willis Beal. She is a great looking boat and is a true performer on the water.
The motor is a 1995 Yamaha 115 that has less than 500 hours, runs strong and idles smooth. The motor has absolutely no issues at all. Hynautic steering included. The downeast hull isn't a fast-hull design but the 115 at 4000 rpm's pushes her at 17-20kts depending upon sea conditions and load while burning about 5 to 5.5 gallons per hour.
The trailer is a Shorelander 64-roller tandem axle trailer with 4 HD 7.00x15 tires. All U-bolts and regular bolts that were showing signs of wear and/or corrosion have been replaced. Two new hubs were installed last week and all bearings and grease seals were replaced on all 4 wheels as well. This is a very heavy-duty trailer that is in very nice condition.
The fuel tank is 53 gallons and was installed in November 2006. It is a custom made, professional ALUMINUM tank. The tank is located mid-ship and of course, under the deck. Inspection plates allow access to the forward and aft portions of the tank containing all of the fill, suction and vent lines. The Racor filter is also under the deck.
Prior to install, I "West System"ed the entire tank to prevent aluminum oxidation and saltwater pitting. Thje tank sits on a 3/4" plywood deck which was West System fiberglassed in between the 2 hull stringers. In addition, the tank sits on small strips of 1/4" polyboard so taht no water gets trapped under the tank either.
When I replaced the deck after install of the tank, this was also fiberglassed in West System.
I restored this hull with the full intent of keeping it. There are many other details of this restoration making it better than a new boat.
I had a chance to look at this CC last Friday when I met Chris to pick up the outboard I bought from him. This boat is absolutely beautiful and if anyone does not need a high speed cruise then this would be perfect. It seems really heavily/over built with an incredible amount of room - wouldn't even guess how many people could comfortable fish off of it - the pictures do not do it justice. Also, if someone wanted an incredibly seaworthy boat for their kids that they could not get into too much trouble in then this would also be a great choice.
I believe he had someone coming to look at it on Saturday - but if he hasn't sold it, this is a great deal for someone.
Thanks again Chris - I got the engine unloaded and my brother in law got his truck back safe and sound about 11 Friday night.
Mike H......
For the rest of THT audience reading this, please be aware that Mike (MikeHHH) purchased an Yamaha outboard from me that I had advertised here on THT. He came and picked it up on Friday evening and while here, I tried to send him home with the Downeast Lobseter Boat as well. He was tempted but was afraid what his wife might say when he pulled into the driveway.
Anyway, thanks again Mike.
I've gotten a number of phone calls and redundant questions about this boat so let me make a little list here that may answer some of these questions:
1) Yes, it is solid fiberglass hull with a wood transom and stringers. There are no soft spots anywhere in the stringers or transom. If you can find one, the boat is FREE!!
2) There are NO soft spots anywhere in the floor/deck. If you can find one, the boat is FREE!!
3) The fuel tank is 53 gallons. Made of Aluminium and installed NEW last Fall. The tank is coated with a West System barrier to prevent aluminium oxidation/pitting
4) The floor is made of 3/4" marine grade plywood (A/B grade, no voids) with a 1/4" fiberglass mat covering. The inside of the deck is fiberglass encapsulated so there is no way taht the wood can absorb any water/condensation
5) I had every intent of keeping thsi boat for my own use and during the restoration of this boat, the level of attention "details" is on the verge of "obsessive-compulsive disorder".
6) All the wiring is NEW.
7) Two NEW batteries.
8) New battery switch
9) No it not a fast boat but 18kts is still pretty quick
10) No, I don't recommend taht you install a 150hp motor on this hull, it won't made it do much faster than a 115 but will but more fuel and make the boat a little squirelly.
11) Yes, the trailer is fully capable of making a trip to NJ, SC, FL, etc.
12) No, there are no issues with the motor at all. Turn the key and GO.
13) The hull draws about 18" of water although the original paperwork coming from the factory says 12".
14) The hull has a keel - and YES is is loaded onto the trailer as easily as any other similiarily sized 23ft cc.
15) Hull weights about 1700lbs with 1/2 tank of fuel. Motor weights 350. Trailer weights 1600 lbs.
16) Garmin 235 GPS/sonar is included.
17) Yes, it does have a bilge pump with an automatic float. As I recall, it's a Rule 1500gph pump.
18) New Yamaha binnacle controls with brand new Morse Red Jacket Supreme control cables.
If you have any additional questions - please ask.
Here are a few more pictures of the boat ..... this these are underway. Plus I have a few pictures of the trailer.
Also, I under-represented the speed of the hull - it is almost 19 kts at 4,000rpm and 23kts at 5250. For those that don't work in kts - this is about 22 mph and gives you about 4.4 miles/gallon of fuel. Pretty good! Use this motor until dead (which could be 10 more years or more) and eventually repalce with a 4stk or 2stk DI and you'll easily see over 6 miles/gallon.
Ask any question - I'm soon going to list this boat with a broker unless she is gone soon.
Re: SALE PENDING: 23ft cc Maine Downeast - Willis Beal Design
I have a sale pending on this boat. It looks like she's heading back to the great state of Maine. If the sale falls through for any reason, I'll let you guys know. Thanks for all of your interest.
SOLD: 23ft cc Maine Downeast - Willis Beal Design 
