Larry wrote: The 600 ft. long Norwegian Coastal Ferries dock in tiny, crowded harbors with the ease of a Boston Whaler. No need and no space for tugs. Of course they have twin controllable pitch props and a 500 hp bow thruster. A bit overkill for my trawler. Larry Z ******* Wellll, that why I want a bow thruster on a 40 foot trawler (single or twin). They are most helpful in docking in tight situations or difficult conditions. David Sorenson Duluth ____________________________________________________________ Click here to find the perfect picture with our powerful photo search features. http://thirdpartyoffers.juno.com/TGL2141/fc/PnY6rw1aBm0zcBXi8KzMzZfzmWTXdgtmUe8HUnPtJulmFrq2sOVBq/