New vs Used

After two days of travel on SYL Linda insisted on buying new engines. I was having carburetor issues on the port engine. It was stressful but I would have solved it without it becoming a wallet issue, but I didnt get that chance. I had to agree buying new before a big trip makes more sense than buying new after we are done to sell the boat.

As you know if you have been following, we just spent a large sum of money to renovate our house, it was beautiful and perfect — when we sold it. We never enjoyed the fruits of that labor and expense so I agreed with Linda to not do that on the boat. We will cruise for a large portion of the next 3 years on SYL so spendimg that money now to lower the stress level, especially related to propulsion was a no brainer.

We are currently docked next to Shaggys bar / restaurant Pass Christian Mississippi.

2 Responses to “New vs Used”

  1. Leigh Arceneaux says:

    I think you made the right call.
    The less stress the better!
    Looking forward to following along on your trip!
    Safe travels!

    • Rusty and Linda says:

      Hey Leigh,

      Couldn’t agree with you more. Everyday it confirms that getting new motors were the right thing. I kind of had to arm twist Rusty but I don’t know how long I will be able to cruise and I want to do anything that will reduce stress and increase enjoyment.
      Sea Yawl Later!
      Linda

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