Hi Jack, >Did I understand that your boat was built by >SEAHORSE MARINE? No, built by Q-West in Wanganui, New Zealand. Bill Kimley of Seahorse took a look at the project early on, but he can't get marine grade aluminum in China very easily. If we were building in steel, I'd certainly have given him careful consideration. >I know about your >engine problem and sure feel for you. Any >information re: quality,workmanship,price >ect.would be greatly appreciated. Q-West has been excellent in all three reqards. The engine problem shouldn't be taken as a reflection on their work, in any way that I can see. Cheers, Charles ---------------------- Charles Vollum mailto:moana@xsw.com http://www.xsw.com/boojum 25' trailerable all-ocean power boat