Stu, I was going to say "bullsh*t," but on second thought, I don't think that's strong enough. "They are still doing it, all of them." Really? Maybe we don't agree on the definition of 'production boat.' More than five of a design? Or, 25? 100? Would Hinkley, Tartan, Sabre, Alerion, and so on? I know, there aren't many still around, or even building sailboats in the 30 to 40' range, but still!Almost ALL production boats used them. Not only Catalinas. They still are doing it, all of them.
Is Catalina still using trailer connectors? Hunter? Benetau?
Ha ha! All in good fun, but curious.