Bluewater - Boatel Islander (47'0"): Stats
I recently acquired a 1973 47ft Islander that will need major
restoration on (all 3 motors pulled and rebuilt and all new
decks in lower cabin)
My question is, does anyone have measurements of draft and
"V" and distance of where I can put runners? I have available
to me a flatbed trailer that can be modified to accommodate
the vessel... But measurements would speed up the process.
It's either that, or pay a mover to bring around to my property
and sit on the ground.... Which, again, would be great to have
measurements so I could build two skids on poles to hold in
place.
Reviewed by David Bowerman on May-21-2011 | Rating: |
Bluewater - Boatel Islander (47'0"): Stats
I recently acquired a 1973 47ft Islander that will need major
restoration on (all 3 motors pulled and rebuilt and all new
decks in lower cabin)
My question is, does anyone have measurements of draft and
"V" and distance of where I can put runners? I have available
to me a flatbed trailer that can be modified to accommodate
the vessel... But measurements would speed up the process.
It's either that, or pay a mover to bring around to my property
and sit on the ground.... Which, again, would be great to have
measurements so I could build two skids on poles to hold in
place.
Reviewed by David Bowerman on May-21-2011 | Rating: |
Bluewater - Boatel Islander (47'0"): 1974 Boatel 47 Islander
Rating
My 1974 Boatel Islander 47 foot
by: Boatsteve
Ok I bought this on eBay but I knew the boats last two owners. I do not know how fast it goes as I am restoring it. needs new paneling as all the window seals needed replacing and I did that first so now the paneling and then modern toilets etc.
The hulls on these are great built to last I have no stringer rot or delamination. What I question and I have asked Bluewater without a reply. This boat has two arches one at the rear and one over the upper helm. the upper helm is the whole upper deck area not like others I have seen. Anyone seen one with arches?
Reviewed by Boatsteve on Feb-21-2011 | Rating: |
Bluewater - Boatel Islander (47'0"): 1974 Boatel 47 Islander
Rating
My 1974 Boatel Islander 47 foot
by: Boatsteve
Ok I bought this on eBay but I knew the boats last two owners. I do not know how fast it goes as I am restoring it. needs new paneling as all the window seals needed replacing and I did that first so now the paneling and then modern toilets etc.
The hulls on these are great built to last I have no stringer rot or delamination. What I question and I have asked Bluewater without a reply. This boat has two arches one at the rear and one over the upper helm. the upper helm is the whole upper deck area not like others I have seen. Anyone seen one with arches?
Reviewed by Boatsteve on Feb-21-2011 | Rating: |
Bluewater - Boatel Islander (47'0"): Nicely appointed, holds value well
Boatel, the fore-runner to Bluewater, is a well-constructed boat that wants to bridge the gap between houseboats and cruisers. Our boat is equipped with 318 Chryslers, which are nice motors.
The 13 foot beam is a little narrow, meaning a little rocking in the wakes of passing boats, but it also means an easier cruise, with better gas mileage (if there is such a thing as "mileage" on a houseboat. The boat tracks beautifully with its relatively deep V and a generous keel.
The interior is teak and teak veneers, giving it a rich and elegant look.
Like all houseboats, the Boatel suffers from structural wood rot wherever the fiberglass is cracked or otherwise compromised. Look for soft spots before you buy.
Reviewed by Blue Admiral on Jun-24-2009 | Rating: |
