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Review of the Hunter 33_77-83 by Mike Schmitt

Year built 1979  
Location of boat Chesapeake Bay  
The boat is sailed on Bays, sounds, or protected salt water  
How the boat is used Multi-week coastal cruising  
Normal wind strength 10-15 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard? Yes  
Owner bought the boat in 1995  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? Yes  
Gear that's been added Yes, Generator, A/C, AutoHelm, Bimini, Dodger, and all new Navy blue canvas, TV/VCR, Stereo, microwave, Gps, teak cockpit table, and Davits.  
Structural or complex improvements No  
The boat's best features Lots of boat for the buck.  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. Engine dipstick,deck delamination, servere prop walk, and cheap plastic ports  
Sailing characterisitcs Due to the added liveaboard weight, it takes a little more air to get us moving  
Motoring characterisitcs under powered with the 2QM15  
Liveability We have added many teak cabinets for storage.  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any)  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any Didn't buy from a dealer or broker  
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