Engine Room Tour | Helmsman Trawlers 38E Pilothouse

[@JustinReznickPhotography]

Loved the tour, made the engine room less overwhelming. It would be awesome to see a video of you performing your pre-cruise checklist and eventually routine maintenance.

[@HelmsmanHangout]

You read my mind.. that is among the content slated in the coming week or two! Thanks for the comment and viewing the channel, Justin!

[@GaryMartin-h6z]

Good job explaining the systems

[@HelmsmanHangout]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sheepdog1102]

I really like this boat it’s the perfect size for the great loop. Congratulations 😊

[@HelmsmanHangout]

It’s a great Great Loop boat for sure. So comfortable, many places to hang aboard and very responsive around locks, marinas and rivers.

[@ppgwhereeverett4412]

Great engine room !! Love the "rainbows and dives" !!😅

[@HelmsmanHangout]

Thanks for the view and for the comment! Watch out for those rainbows that pour out of the engine rooms aboard our trawlers!

[@dmssalesuk9423]

Really informative tour of this great engine space.

[@HelmsmanHangout]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for the comment!

[@CaseyHeckman]

Greg, thank you for putting this detailed of a video out. I really enjoy them

[@HelmsmanHangout]

My pleasure, Casey! Leaving Cape May, NJ in the morning!

[@ivoryjohnson4662]

Happy for you I hope you many years of happiness

[@HelmsmanHangout]

Thank you for the comment!

[@alinthekeys]

Thanks for the videos. How do you switch from lower station to upper station?

[@HelmsmanHangout]

Thanks for the question! So there are controls in the pilothouse and above at the flybridge. You simply put the engine in neutral propulsion, and if safe to move, relocate to the other helm location. Once you are ready to get underway (and to gain control at the new helm location) you simply hit the "active" button twice (2x) and you can control and can proceed. Just remember: Neutral, move to next location, active/active and away you go! Greg

[@alinthekeys]

Thanks for the quick reply. Hope to see you when you get to the keys.

[@daniel8478]

Great videos! What is the engine size?

[@HelmsmanHangout]

Cummins 380hp is what I have and is the standard engine in the 38E. It’s so reliable and a pleasure to turn on each time. Thanks for the comment.

[@nedflanders7352]

Super torn... single engine vs twin... twin would be ideal for more ocean going trips.. but single would be fine for looping.

[@HelmsmanHangout]

I think everyone has wrestled with this decision.. perhaps a select few have gone into their purchasing journey not having to worry about single vs. double. There are so many videos, forums, content out there to help you, plus talk to other owners. In the end: What is your intended mission / journey? I don't have the risk appetite to cross oceans, but I do like coastal cruising and island hopping in the Bahamas.. To me, servicing well a single engine (like Cummins) vs. the obligation of two engines (repairs, checks, etc) + having an "insurance" policy in Boat US or Seatow (just in case) felt good to me. So much more to sort through, but for now - it comes down to personal pref and the missions you take. Good luck! Thanks..

[@nedflanders7352]

@@HelmsmanHangout thanks for the comment.. appreciate your insight.. plus the cummins is super reliable.