Well after nine years of restoration, my
![marinette BigM](./images/smilies/icon_e_bigM.gif)
is in the hands of her new owner. The Admiral and I have a contract on a much newer plastic boat because she wanted more time with me--and I'm happy that she does. I was pleased to see the old girl go to a good home not too far down the river from us. If they were still making BigMs, I'd have sprung for a new one.
I'll check in from time to time, but let me take this chance to say many thanks to all the helpful advice.
Best,
Joe