Sky wrote: > > where can i find some useful tight-quarters large-trawler maneuvering pointers, including > impact on the hydraulics? > You might try Charles T. Low's small treatise "Boat Docking; Close Quarters maneuvering for Small Craft" as a starter. I've found that it has some good info and tips for twin and single screw boats. Cost is only about $17.95. It can be ordered on the internet at http://www.cybertap.com/ctlow/boatdock/ [I don't have any connection to the author, other than receiving the book for Christmas.] -- Bob McLeran rmcleran@ix.netcom.com M/V "Sanderling" Docked at Point Patience Marina Hailing port: Wianno MA Solomons, MD Hampton 35 Trawler