1988 45' Thompson Boats 45.0027

Broker Remarks
Why Knot is a wonderful example of an American builttrawler that can trace her roots back to the commercial fisherman and shrimpers that were built in Titusville Florida. She was one of over 100 trawlers built on an extremely salty hull that is very forgiving and extremely easy to handle by two people. Each of the Thompson/Nelson trawlers have theirown unique characteristics but all provide a very stable platform for cruising either the Loop (bridge clearance of 18'6) or exploring the out islands of the Bahamas (draft 3'0). She is a very solidly built heavy fiberglass yacht with adisplacement of 17 tons. Her single naturally aspirated CAT diesel is a work horse and very economical to run. At 7 knots with her 750 gallons of fuel she has over a 2000 mile range. Extremely economical for cruising. Her owners have loved her and cruised her for the past tenyears and are now ready for a different adventure. They have completed the Loop cruised the East Coast and Bahamas and have logged over 20000 miles during this time.
Accommodations
One has the choice of entering or exiting Why Knot throughport and starboard pilothouse doors. The very first impression of this 15 beam trawler is just how bright and airy she feels. There are 360 degrees of visibility from the main deck of Why Knot. Large forward windows provide the helmsman with incredible visibility and seated guests in the saloon can also enjoy the passing scenery. To starboard is the well thought out helm console with a uniquely designed folding helmseat that is both comfortable in the down position and quite practical in the up position. Further aft along the starboard side of the saloon is located aconvertible settee upholstered in an island tropical theme that complements the neutral carpet. Across from the settee are two extremely comfortable free standing arm chairs. Just perfect forwatching TV or reading a book. A small table which is cocktail height separates the two chairs. Everywhere one looks in the saloon one sees lovely rich teak that is a satin finish. Big side windows provide ample light and beautiful vistas depending on where you are cruising.Proceeding aft and down threestairs one is in the master suite. A center line queen bed with custom covers tons of storage drawers and lockers and a walk in hanging locker make this a perfect stateroom for the active cruising couple. There is lots of light from the port lights on both sides of the cabin. The en-suite head boasts a large walk in shower with great head room and a newly updated Raritan Crown electrical head. Again one finds lots of storage. There have been no leaking port lights so the wood is absolutely pristine.Back up to the saloon and down forward one finds the galley with its full complement of appliances and convenient storage. In the past few years the refrigerator has been upgraded to an apartment sized GE stand up refrigeratorwith separate freezer located on the starboard side of the galley. There is an inverter to run the refrigerator when one is on the hook. Directly above it is a good sized Sharp Carousel microwave. To port one finds the recently upgraded 3-burner electric Galley Maid stainless steel stove with oven. A deep stainless steel sink good counter space and abundant storage will delight any sea going chef.Forward of the galley is a custom table that is recessed into the forward bulkhead. One can choose how much or how little actual dining space you desire. There is a tremendous storage locker under this table. There are custom window treatments in this galley/dinning nook. Because of the overhead pilothouse windows even this area of the yacht is bright and airy.
Deck
Solid fiberglass deck with walk arounds makes Why Knot easy to handle by twopeople. There is great access from the bow to the stern with high hand railings. An Ideal Windlass which has been rebuilt with a stronger gear box is located all the way forward with 200 of 5/16 chain and a 44 lb. Quikset Anchor and is only the start of the ground tackle. There is an additional 35 lb. Delta Quickset anchor stored in the engine room with 25 of chain and 200 rode. There is also a spare Danforth anchor stored on board.Fully enclosed upper helm that has an aluminum half tower with a tan canvas and Eisinglass keeps one out of the weather and the sun. The trunk cabin top is also fully enclosed with roll up sides providing a great spot for lounge chairs. It is like having an additional al fresco room.There is bench seating for four persons on the bridge. A marine stereo with speakers provides music while under way. In addition to the standard engine gauges and engine start panelthere is a primary VHF and depth sounder located on the helm station.She has a full complement of fenders and lines along with her Coast Guard safety equipment.
Mechanical Equipment
Hydraulic steering makes Why Knot very easy to steer from either the lower or the upper helm. Her engine room has nearly 6 of head room and is extremely spacious and easy to get around in. Lots of space for all the spares and extras that one wants to take. The 8 kW Onan generator is located at the forward end of the engine room. The fresh water cooledCaterpillar 3208N diesel engine is totally accessible from all sides. Makes owner maintenance a breeze.There is an oil changing system to help out with regular maintenance as well.Dual 900 Racors for the CATand a single 500 Racor for the generator Halon fire suppression system new battery chargers 6 gallon hot water heater are all located in this well insulated engine room which is accessed through the main saloon floor.Why Knot has a very heavy duty 1 stainless steel shaft a bronze shaft log and a 4-bladed bronze propeller.She is also equipped with two systems of air conditioning. One a traditional marine air which keeps the master and the forward galley areas nice and cool and a cabin topper which can be left on with no worries when leaving the yacht for extended periods that cools the main saloon.There is also a second fresh water pump for a back up. All through hulls and seacocks have been upgraded.
Electrical System
Lower HelmJRC 1800Color/Plotter/GPS coupled to AP-26 AutopilotStandard Horizon Depth Indicator with repeater topsideStandard Horizon Spectrum VHF with remote handset topsideKVH Electronic CompassLower Helm controlled Spot lightSaloon Pioneer XM ready Mosfet 50W Stereo/w 4 speakers (2) salon (2) stateroomTopsideStandard Horizon Eclipse VHFRemote connection and head for lower VHFStandard Horizon depth indicator repeater from belowRitchie wet CompassJensen Marine Stereo with two speakersElectricalElectrical system updated in 2007 which included the shortening of all wiring harness from inverter to batteries plus the addition of in line fuses. Replaced all positive wires with correct heavy duty cables. Reconnected the two Sentry Battery chargers so that one charges the start batteries and one is dedicated to house batteries. Cat alternator has been replaced with 100 amp alternator. There are 2 serviceable 30 amp power cords with a 50 amp pigtail as well.Onan 8 kw generatorFreedom 2000 Inverter12v and 120v systems on boardDedicated 24G lead acid battery for generator (2010)Dedicated 8Dlead acid battery for CAT engine ([removed phone]D AGM batteries for house bank(2008)
Exclusions
Owner's personal items.
Category: Commercial Boats
Water Capacity: 300 gal
Type: Trawler
Holding Tank Details:
Manufacturer: Thompson Boats
Holding Tank Size: 60 gal
Model: 45.0027'
Passengers: 0
Year: 1988
Sleeps: 4
Length/LOA: 45' 0"
Hull Designer:
Price: $119,000 / €91,447
Engine Manufacturer: Caterpillar
Condition: Unavailable
Engine Model: 3208 FWC
Boat's Name: Why Knot
Engine Type: Other
Stock Number:
Number of Engines: 1
Location: Lighthouse Point, FL 33410
United States
Engine Drive: Other
Beam: 15' 0"
Horsepower: 211 hp
Draft: 3' 0"
Engine Year: 1988
LWL:
Engine Volume:
Displacement: 0 t
Engine Hours: 0
Ballast:
Fuel Type: Diesel
HIN:
Fuel Capacity: 750 gal
Hull Material: Fiberglass/Composite
Propeller Type: Other
Number of Hulls: 1
Keel Type:
Propeller Material:
Sail Area:
Cruise Speed: 7 knots / 8.06 mph / 12.96 kph
Boat Ad Last Revised: [removed phone]:30:47
Max Speed: 10 knots / 11.51 mph / 18.52 kph