On 28 Mar 2004 00:16:59 -0800, (Brett Jeffery) wrote:

Hi all,

A few questions re Grand Banks 42 Classic.

1) I need to calculate volume for break bulk cargo costing. Can
anybody advise the height of a GB42 Classic from the keel line to the
top of the flybridge sides. Mast and bimini will be lowered. She was
built 1978 although I don't think the basic dimensions have changed
over the years.

2) The engines are Ford Lehman Super 275. Any advise on operating and
parts procurement would be appreciated. I would like to get hold of a
maintenance or workshop manual and have not yet had any luck. I am in
Sydney, Australia but I suspect I will need to go fairly far afield to
get some parts.

3) Has anyone had any experience getting information out of Grand
Banks regarding the history of a particular hull. Such as any special
build instructions or modifications, or the original name that a
particular boat was given.


Try http://www.gbwoodies.com/ and http://www.grandbanks.com/

There is also frequent discussion of GBs and similar vessels on the
Trawler World mailing list.

Ford Lehman diesels were made/marinised by Bob Smith of American
Diesel.



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