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Review of the Hunter 35.5 by Mark

Year built 2002  
Location of boat Nanaimo  
The boat is sailed on Bays, sounds, or protected salt water  
How the boat is used Multi-week coastal cruising  
Normal wind strength 23-30 knots  
Average size of crew 2-4  
Liveaboard? No  
Owner bought the boat in 2002  
If the clock could be turned back, would owner buy again? yes  
Gear that's been added Espar Furnace Bimini Dodger  
Structural or complex improvements Added one more battery Added holding tank charcoal filter  
The boat's best features Comfortable Little exterior maintenance (wood) Very comfortable inside Easy to sail Fun to cruise  
Problem areas in terms of design, materials, maintenance, etc. Holding tank needed charcoal filter to avoid septic smells in cockpit with flushing macerator pump doesn't handle cherry pits Diesel engine cut out at first, related to fuel starvation Electrical system voltage drop related to several loose conections Three bolts fell out of prop shaft  
Sailing characterisitcs The boat likes heavy air She is dry Handles well in rough sea state Sailing is simple Poor performance in light airs Down wind performance not too great  
Motoring characterisitcs Very thrifty on fuel Reasonable cruising under motor power Engine maintenance fairly easy  
Liveability Owner's cabin is great Forward cabin is great Kitchen is great Main salon is great Bathroom is great Dungeon locker is great  
The owner's experience in dealing with Hunter (if any) Great experience dealing with our dealer Any problems were dealt with promply Good feeling before and after purchase  
The owner's experience with the boat dealer or broker, if any Great experience  
Other comments Great boat look forward to years of sailing pleasure  

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