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Review of the Hunter 31_83-87 by Mike and Sandy

Year built 1986  
Location of boat Lake Texoma  
The boat is sailed on Lakes  
How the boat is used Weekends and longer  
Normal wind strength 10-15 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard? No  
Owner bought the boat in 2005  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? Yes, definitely!  
Gear that's been added Lazy Jack System from Mack Sails Air Conditioning (previous owner) Memory Foam Mattress in Aft Bimini  
Structural or complex improvements Replace Packing with rotary seal  
The boat's best features Great boat for learning to sail. Wonderful weekend boat for two people.  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc.  
Sailing characterisitcs Handle nicely, great sailing boat  
Motoring characterisitcs  
Liveability Wonderful for weekends or longer. Lots of room for a boat this size. Better interior design than larger boats  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any)  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any  
Other comments The "Salty Dog" has become the love of our lives.