Well, the new boat is in the water! The first problem was that we had to use a crane to pick her up and place her in the water, when the mast was placed on the boat, one of the spreaders was pinched (too many people trying to direct the crane operator). Long and short of it was that a new spreader was shipped in the next day and the spreader was replaced. Great recovery by my dealer and Hunter for something that wasn't thier fault! I have some pictures that I will be posting later that shows the boat going in, the stereo installation, and the rigging of the mast. I will be getting some pictures and posting them of how to measure your boat for Bottom Sider cushions. As to the overall quality of the boat, I am very impressed, I was into every compartment and access panel on the boat and saw absolutly nothing but quality construction. Access for stereo installation (pulling and running wires) was exceptional, the conduit from the stern to the electrical pannel are a god send. More on this when the pictures are posted. Another great idea/improvement is the light that is directly over the stuffing box/back of engine access, great light in the right place. The improvments and enhancements to this boat as compared to my old 91 H28 are very noticable and appreciated. As to commishioning, my punch list is finished and I am going down to the boat to sign off on the warrenty stuff. Most of the items were very minor, things like a seat bumper needed adjustment and things like that. I would suggest to anyone who gets a new boat to vaccum the bilges before the boat goes in the water. I know that Hunter does clean the boats up, but the stuff they are unable to get to has a tendency to show up when the boat is moved around. How does she sail, great, I know how to throw a reef in the main (blowing 20 to 30 on sea trials) and she is quick and responsive. I will post the pictures as time allows. Regards. Bruce. Neon Moon
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Thank you Bruce
Dear Bruce, Thank you so much for your detailed posting on Neon Moon. Our 320 is scheduled to ship April 28. We have been thinking about the bottomsiders so any input from you would be greatly appreciated. Would love to see photos of your boat in your home waters. And possitively love the same of your boat. In our studio, we have one of the largest private collections of old neon on the West Coast - why didn't we think of anything so cool! Have a wonderful time with your boat.
Dear Bruce, Thank you so much for your detailed posting on Neon Moon. Our 320 is scheduled to ship April 28. We have been thinking about the bottomsiders so any input from you would be greatly appreciated. Would love to see photos of your boat in your home waters. And possitively love the same of your boat. In our studio, we have one of the largest private collections of old neon on the West Coast - why didn't we think of anything so cool! Have a wonderful time with your boat.
Bottomsiders
We bought Bottomsiders cushions for our L37 5 years ago. They are, by far, the perfect type of cushion. They are white, but easy to clean. They don't soak up water, just wipe them off. They stow easily, are durable and are extremely comfortable. We have sold a couple of other boaters on them. We recently bought two extra cushions (14"x10") just to have around to either prop up or kneel on. You are making a good decision.
We bought Bottomsiders cushions for our L37 5 years ago. They are, by far, the perfect type of cushion. They are white, but easy to clean. They don't soak up water, just wipe them off. They stow easily, are durable and are extremely comfortable. We have sold a couple of other boaters on them. We recently bought two extra cushions (14"x10") just to have around to either prop up or kneel on. You are making a good decision.
pictures
Bruce,enjoyed your pictures. Our launch date is 5/4 here in Kennebunkport,Me. Hope it doesn't snow---------------
Bruce,enjoyed your pictures. Our launch date is 5/4 here in Kennebunkport,Me. Hope it doesn't snow---------------
Splash pictures are on line
The pictures of the boat are on the Photo forum. Regards. Bruce. Neon Moon
The pictures of the boat are on the Photo forum. Regards. Bruce. Neon Moon
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