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Old 04-10-2018, 11:39 AM
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Originally Posted by ndutton View Post
Yep, understand completely. My lecture on brand quality was a reaction to the Ericson snobs on the EYo forum of which there are many. Truly, their boats are no different than thousands of others. What makes yours special is that it's yours and the much needed care you are giving it.

We all come from different circumstances but on this forum dedicated to an engine that Universal gave up on 35 years ago we all have aged, lesser [monetary] value boats. One way or another we find a way to keep 'em going, boats as well as engines. We spend as the discretionary funds allow.
In the end it comes down to does someone love the boat. Even the best boat will be trash in 30 years if not maintained and meanwhile 100 year old wooden log canoes are out racing hard all summer because someone loves the old girls enough to keep them in good shape.
A car analogy - in 100 years I am sure it will be possible to buy an MGB or Jaguar E-Type in good condition and impossible to buy a Toyota Camry or even find anyone who knows what one is.
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