| T O P I C R E V I E W |
| walterv |
Posted - Apr 18 2012 : 19:42:26
Bringing home my new to me Silverton 45C. My emotions are running wild, everything from Happiness to being scared to death. This boat is a freaking beast, not to mention it has so many systems that I have never even seen before.
Feel good that some fellow friends and BE members are going to help me, Mark, Dave and Rob.
I swear that I feel like this is the first time I ever was on the water, how weird is that?
Anyway wish me luck, I will need it :) |
| 50 L A T E S T R E P L I E S (Newest First) |
| JeffN |
Posted - Apr 27 2012 : 22:27:13
Congrats Walter, she's a gem.
And a nice bow pole for the BE ensign to fly on! |
| walterv |
Posted - Apr 27 2012 : 20:23:42
quote:
Originally posted by Prospective
Walter, congratulations. That is a very nice boat and by now you would probably agree that the bigger they are, the easier they are do drive. Have a ball.
Docking the boat seemed to be easier, once I get use to the "electric shifters" I think it will be easier than my gas 34C. I had a problem docking her because I thought on of the motors was in neutral while in reality it was still in gear. |
| walterv |
Posted - Apr 27 2012 : 20:20:09
quote:
Originally posted by abalmuth
Walter
Glad all went well & you guys had a good time.
What speed did you cruise at and do you know your GPH?
Sorry Andy, missed this.
Boat Cruises at 21MPH and burns 34GPH. Top Speed is 30mph rb2rb2@gr5tgr5t 56 gallons per hour
The Volvo ECF shows this info |
| Prospective |
Posted - Apr 27 2012 : 13:40:33
Walter, congratulations. That is a very nice boat and by now you would probably agree that the bigger they are, the easier they are do drive. Have a ball. |
| OldMariner32 |
Posted - Apr 25 2012 : 07:50:42
Great boat. Thanks for sharing the ride through BoaterEd. |
| RWS |
Posted - Apr 25 2012 : 05:23:30
Thanks for sharing your "event" with us all.
It is nice to have the BoaterEd guys around.
Wish I had the same here...
There are only two others locally and we are spread out over the county.
Congrats on your success.
RWS |
| giolic |
Posted - Apr 24 2012 : 20:31:00
Walter,
Congrats on the new Boat/Yacht.
C you on the water |
| ALKA2710 |
Posted - Apr 24 2012 : 05:49:16
Friends or that boat? Boat hands down. Will make new friends. |
| boatbum |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 19:59:08
quote:
Originally posted by walterv
Thanks Dan,
Really nice that my friends took a day off of work to comfort me, and help me. It's great having this boat, but one thing I will never forget is how my friends really pulled together for me, that feeling is way better than having this boat.
+1
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| walterv |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 19:38:29
Thanks Dan,
Really nice that my friends took a day off of work to comfort me, and help me. It's great having this boat, but one thing I will never forget is how my friends really pulled together for me, that feeling is way better than having this boat. |
| boatbum |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 18:37:39
Walt
Really glad to hear you passed the prop nut test 
Continued success and happiness!
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| walterv |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 18:12:24
quote:
Originally posted by abalmuth
Walter
Glad all went well & you guys had a good time.
What speed did you cruise at and do you know your GPH?
Andy,
Cruise I believe is 2180 RPM, at 21 MPH and burns 34GPH. I think this is the best cruise based on a buddy of mine that owns the same boat. Think WOT is around the 2800 range and top speed is 30MPH. Ask again in a few more trips, I will then be more accurate on my findings.
Thanks again all, it was a blast. |
| Ted36M |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 15:28:15
quote:
Originally posted by Woodsong
Walter,
Many, many, MANY blessings to you. Very excited for you. I cruised 70 miles of the TN River with my friend and fellow RO Ted38M and dropped our trawler off to fix the tornado damage- we pondered how your day was going and glad all went well. Best wishes to you always. Your new boat is beautiful.
Walter - congrats - the new ride looks beautiful.
Tony - it was funny that we were all out on the water at the same time - and BTW its Ted36m not Ted38m - next thing you know you'll be having ME buy a bigger boat :-) |
| Britanic |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 13:45:12
WOW Walter, very nice!
Glad all went well/ |
| CurrentSea |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 11:52:11
Mark,
Are you saying I talk too much?
Boat ran flawlessly and trip was awesome.
Walter did good overall once he got used to the electronic shifters.
Boat does not get pushed at all in the wind and the bite in the water is huge.
Churned a little mud at the entrance to the marina but that will go away as more boats run over it. Boat pushes alot of water.
Funny, I want one but I don't want one. It's alot of boat but the engine room is just so freaking awesome!! To me, that is the best part of the boat for some reason. The room down there is amazing.
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| lanbuilder |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 10:18:53
She looks like a great boat. Congratulations. Now you have had time to digest the trip and the initial exitement has worn off a bit please tell us how you found handling a larger boat. |
| abalmuth |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 10:13:30
Walter
Glad all went well & you guys had a good time.
What speed did you cruise at and do you know your GPH? |
| mintregila |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 09:39:14
David,
Yes. That was me and yes, it was going on Walter's card.
Regardless, flawless ride home and Walter was smiling too.
BTW, John never smiles in pictures and Rob is going for the "tough guy" look. Dave was probably talking.
Mark |
| KiDa |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 09:02:29
Very nice shots Walter. I'm assuming the fellow pumping the fuel is smiling because it's going on your AMEX!
Fair winds and following seas for many, many hours. |
| mintregila |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 08:38:44
Walter,
Anytime. That was a great ride with great company.
All the best with the boat. She is a beauty.
Mark
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| Riverbed |
Posted - Apr 23 2012 : 07:44:41
Awesome Walter - thanks for taking us along for the ride! |
| William52 |
Posted - Apr 22 2012 : 23:31:18
Thanks for the nice pictures. You were certainly prepared crew wise. I like the the black fenders. That's one way to keep them from showing dirt and scuff marks. Here's wishing you many happy days of boating. |
| walterv |
Posted - Apr 22 2012 : 21:22:52
Special thanks to my crew and good friends, from left to right. JohnC, RobSki, CurrentSea, Mintregila.
Everyone worked like a fine tuned machine and went there own way once on the boat, they all had their hands on everything on the boat, turning systems on, checking fluids, setting up GPS, handling the lines, etc, etc. I didn't even ask anyone to do anything, pretty amazing and it made me feel real comfortable.I just stood there and watched them :)
Thanks again John, Rob, Dave and Mark.
RobSki, Checking things out
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| Dani-Lu |
Posted - Apr 22 2012 : 16:39:25
Walter, whose little silverton is next your new huge Silverton? :)
Cograts Walter. She looks large and beautiful like my ex girlfriends ..........
Safe seas! |
| WALSHIE |
Posted - Apr 22 2012 : 06:07:59
How did a copy of my post from Friday get posted to yesterday? Very strange indeed. |
| WALSHIE |
Posted - Apr 21 2012 : 13:50:10
At this point, Id worry about the crew more than the boat or weather! Sitting on train, Hudson is flat az a pancake, no clouds in the sky, an awesome day for a cruise....make sure to go straight home now, lol! Sounds like a blast...im jealous! |
| Audrey II |
Posted - Apr 21 2012 : 07:50:01
Glad to hear all went well! Looks great. Is the old boat staying next to you or have they simply not taken delivery yet? |
| 4roys |
Posted - Apr 21 2012 : 03:52:56
Walter: Congratulations. Glad it all came together. Enjoy the boat. It's beautiful. (And don't forget that ride!) Rich |
| AustinPaul |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 23:17:40
Huge congrats Walter! She's a beaut!
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| Woodsong |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 20:56:37
Walter,
Many, many, MANY blessings to you. Very excited for you. I cruised 70 miles of the TN River with my friend and fellow RO Ted38M and dropped our trawler off to fix the tornado damage- we pondered how your day was going and glad all went well. Best wishes to you always. Your new boat is beautiful. |
| TimHenn |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 16:59:13
Yup, I'm familiar with that boat -- you got a great boat and based on a previous post from the owner a good deal. The decking is completely custom/unique for this boat, very nicely done. You should enjoy every moment. If you ever need to compare notes give me a shout.
Tim |
| Billylll |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 15:16:00
Looking great, thanks for posting pictures Dave.
Looks like I see a Glomex TV antenna on the hardtop of the 45C.
Bill |
| BoatCrazy |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 15:05:44
Walter congrats pal! Many of happy, safe, and fun boating years with her!
Ok, now whose all these guys in the pic. Obviously, its Walter at the helm
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| CurrentSea |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 14:56:47
Boat ran great and all went well.
Was a all around perfect day.
Water was clean and green.
Inlet was calm and deep.
Big momma is sitting next to the old baby.
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| BJL |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 14:40:30
YEAAAAAA! Congrats to you Walter! Pics please :) |
| Billylll |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 14:22:17
quote:
Originally posted by JohnC
We got back a while ago, boat ran great and couldn't have asked for nicer conditions in the ocean for the run. Congrats again Walter, beautiful boat, hope you have many good times on it!
John
Great update John, enjoy Walter.
Bill |
| Flutterby |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 14:16:06
Congrats!!!! |
| JohnC |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 13:10:21
We got back a while ago, boat ran great and couldn't have asked for nicer conditions in the ocean for the run. Congrats again Walter, beautiful boat, hope you have many good times on it!
John |
| Mantle107 |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 13:03:20
Good Luck. I'm nervous thinking about it, but it will be great! |
| lanbuilder |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 11:33:13
Get one of the crew to take photos and then post them so we can all salivate. |
| Maxwell |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 09:25:03
Good luck today Walter.
I bet you didn't sleep much last night... the whole kid before christmas anticipation.
Safe travels
max |
| dominic |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 08:04:05
Walt:
Looks like you have FANTASTIC weather for your shake down....Good luck and Congrats!!!! |
| WALSHIE |
Posted - Apr 20 2012 : 07:20:37
At this point, Id worry about the crew more than the boat or weather! Sitting on train, Hudson is flat az a pancake, no clouds in the sky, an awesome day for a cruise....make sure to go straight home now, lol! Sounds like a blast...im jealous! |
| JVM225 |
Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 20:53:11
Congratulations! It must be super exciting. Best of luck with it. I couldn't imagine trying to handle something that big, but I'm sure you'll master it in no time. |
| Riverbed |
Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 19:52:13
Have fun Walter - send photos!
(That's quite a crew you're travelling with!) |
| TimHenn |
Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 19:26:30
Walter, good luck. You should enjoy the 45c, she handles very well and cruises through most seas very nicely. Like others would love to see pictures. what year? |
| Billylll |
Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 18:11:00
Walter best of luck, sounds like you purchased a very unique and beautiful 45C.
I guess it feels like being a child the Night before Christmas?
Bill |
| winters remedy |
Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 15:37:04
Congrats, and good luck. Love the 45 nice boat. |
| HOGAN |
Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 14:42:20
Have a great shakedown cruise, looks like the weather is cooperating for you.
Watch out for John trying to get you take a spin out to the canyon! |
| walterv |
Posted - Apr 19 2012 : 14:37:07
Thanks for all the well wishes. The good news is I just found out the boat only draws 41", I had this 46" number in my mind, think it was because of the IPS boats I was looking at.
Yes Andy, I do have a good crew and also just found out JohnC wants to come as well.
Yes Greg, you are correct about waxing the boat, that Makita was only used once before I gave it to you, and that was just for the hull. I did try to do the topside, but then realized being fat, having an electrical device in my hand over the water and not having great balance, was a disaster waiting to happen :)
And yes all we will take lots of pictures and post them when we get back.
Walter |
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