Generic Problems w/ the 30/30s

I am considering the purchase of a 30/30 GP. What are the generic problems that seem inherent to the deisgn and the building techniques?

The ones that seem to pop up continually in the listserve are:

1. Chainplates & Bulkheads
2. Mast leaking
3. Engines: BMW being suspect. BTW, what does it cost to re-engine w/ a Yanmar?
4. Shore power: Wiring has got to considered suspect!
5. Sitting headroom:

Some questions:
1. Can you lift the boat w/ a single point hoist if necessary & put it on a trailer?

2. Are there any problems w/ the keel to hull joints?

3. Are Rudder bearings more of an issue on these boats than other 30 ftr's?

4. Are the Barient winches a problem?

Anything else I should ask about or know to look for?

Cheers, Sean
r Received on Wed Oct 31 20:48:14 2001