I'm looking at buying a 2001 Hunter 290 (this one). This boat does not have an arch, unlike every other 290 I can find pictures of. Did Hunter offer the 290 without an arch or was it removed? The traveler is mounted on the cabin. There is no evidence of repairs.
The other related issue is that it seemed like the boom would hit the bimini. I didn't get a chance to try it with the mainsail up - does the halyard/sail raise the boom sufficiently to clear the bimini? It looked like the boom would be at an awkward angle if so.
Unfortunately the owner has gone to the great marina in the sky, so I'm not able to get any of the history. So thanks for the help!
David
The other related issue is that it seemed like the boom would hit the bimini. I didn't get a chance to try it with the mainsail up - does the halyard/sail raise the boom sufficiently to clear the bimini? It looked like the boom would be at an awkward angle if so.
Unfortunately the owner has gone to the great marina in the sky, so I'm not able to get any of the history. So thanks for the help!
David