IMO the guides should be tall enough that the tops are at or above the rub rail when retrieving the boat. I made mine and used galvanized pipe and fittings, and covered the uprights with PVC. They help center the hull as it comes on the trailer. No damage to the boat at all.
Assuming you’ve properly replaced those lines, I’d take a close look at the tank. Is it plastic or aluminum? Maybe a crack or pinhole near the top where it wouldn’t leak.
I’ll second the welcome!
To answer your question, it depends on how much you have the ‘sickness’.
I've currently got 3 powerboats, 3 sailboats, a Seadoo, and 4 kayaks. Yeah they all run.
I‘ve got it BAD!
A pressure washer should get most of it. I had a similar problem and raised the bottom paint to 2” above the loaded waterline, with the bootstripe above.
I’ve anchored my boats (15‘ to 34’) overnight for 30+ years - often in windy and rough conditions- without concern. Maybe you need to get more practice and take a hard look at your ground tackle to assure it’s appropriate for your rig. Both of your options are expensive and invasive to your boat.
Seems to me you’re overthinking the scenario.
Why not just use a proper anchor at the bow and tie off a line to from the stern to the dock or shore? I‘ve done this dozens of times.
Not the same boat, but I tow a Seadoo with my 34 Silverton. I made a harness similar to the Toadster and use a poly line to adjust the ‘ski to ride in the “sweet spot”.
FWIW, when I purchased the Silverton in 2004 I travelled over 400 miles on the ICW. It was a great trip and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Since it was new to me, I ran it easy but did cruise quite a bit at 2650 RPM’s (the sellers recommendation for economy). -Anytime- another vessel passed, I slowed...
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With the bow near the dock, tie a line between your forward port cleat and the dock. Shift into reverse gear, rudders turned to port. The boat will pull toward the stern and parallel to the dock. Done!
Current and breeze can make these moves more complex and frustrating. Learn...
I run my Silverton 34C at ‘trawler speed’ most of the time. I’ve never measured efficiency at that level but I’d think 5 GPH is reasonable, running both engines. Gettin’ there is half the fun!
She will top out at 26 MPH but she drinks 22 GPH. I don’t go there much.
Handheld for my 14‘ tinny. Plenty of radio for popular waterways.
Maybe things have changed, but I used to boat in the Finger Lakes 20 years ago. Had an installed VHF marine radio, 8’ antenna and NEVER heard a radio call. Not one time!
I decided to add a CB radio in case of emergency. On that...
I’ve used an Anchorshade for 10+ years. It’s not the best for rain but definitely works well against morning dew, not to mention keeping some shade on the boat during the day. Amazon sells them for 123 bucks.
Thanks for the info guys. The serial/ model numbers are etched on a plastic sticker that has seen better days.
Yeah, this motor was rougher than I thought it would be. If I go back I’ll take a compression tester, but I don’t see another visit in my future.
