Small 25 Ft diesel trawler with Yanmar 4JHE engine built in 1991 by Independent Shipwrights.

25 foot diesel trawler yanmar 4JHE 44 Hp independent shipwrights

[@JAMESMT-mm6zl]

Absolutely one of the best little trawlers I've seen. Nice upgrades and you've kept the boat in beautiful shape. Thanks for sharing.

[@anthonybasiliere9366]

I love this little trawler and the upgrades as well.

[@topfunguy2281]

It’s my happy place.

[@davelawrence6777]

Really nice efficient design and the upgrades that you have done make it look just like it came from the factory that way

[@topfunguy2281]

Thanks Dave. I guess that I’m a little fussy when it comes to making things match.

[@edquier40]

I just LOVE this boat and I sure miss your regular video visits..

[@topfunguy2281]

I love the boat too and use it regularly. I guess I’ve run out if things to say in my videos. I should do a new tour video though, because I have made some other improvements

[@edquier40]

@@topfunguy2281 I am looking forward to anything you produce! Hell, do another on "boat coffee" nothing beats boat coffee!

[@dieselram05]

This is the coolest boat I’ve seen yet!!!!

[@tompinion4138]

Very nice! You gave me a chuckle when you couldn't remember the name for what you were talking about in the engine compartment. A very handsome vessel indeed.

[@gerdugay6969]

Love your boat. Also a very professional presentation! Happy sailing!!!!

[@user-zd3zi6lk2x]

This would be my perfect boat . I could launch it at Newport Bay and "putt" to Catalina Island for the weekend . I want one 👍😎

[@topfunguy2281]

When I try to think of any other boats that can do what Gulf Mariner does for me I can’t think of much if any. It’s the perfect boat for me for sure.

[@murphterry]

I am extremely impressed. That has to be the best use of 25 feet that I have ever seen in a sport boat and I speak from a great deal of marine experience having been a comercial fisherman for 18 years. If you are ever thinking of selling her please let me know.

[@topfunguy2281]

Thanks Terry, I hope to keep this boat well into my retirement but if I hear of one for sale I'll let you know for sure.

[@CasperLabuschagne]

Very inspiring, while the rest of us dream about it, you have actually realised your dream.

[@cindyreid6404]

Has a good pedigree behind it. A big 25 feet, most boats that size wouldn't have near the amenities you have. Only thing I would do differently is not have so much blue. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@jenniferAdamek]

Mr.. your little trawler is the SHIZ!! (mean HAPPENING!) YOU went over majority of the boat in 11 minutes and your boat is awesome! I am looking to purchase a 25ft. Nortic Tug, but it's gotta have a small bathroom. See I live in Connecticut and I wanna purchase a small boat to live on, travel up down into Long Island Sound up into the Hudson River and take the Erie Canal into the Great Lakes, or into Lake Champlain into the Saint Lawrence River into Hudson Bay.. It's awesome going through the locks and just being on the water! But your video is awesome!!

[@topfunguy2281]

Thanks, I could live on this boat so easily. It's got everything I need, I go away for days at a time and when I have to go back to work I don't want to leave it, I could just keep going. It's the perfect size for me. The Nordic tugs are nice boats too but a little fancier than mine.

[@someotherdude]

+Top fun guy yeah the Nordic Tugs and American Tugs are pricey. The poor man's option: Nimble Boats.

[@Mike383HK]

Taking the locks to Whitehall would be an adventure. I used to hunt there. Maybe you will get to see Champ on the lake. It's a big lake. Probably a 250 mile trip. I used to live in Huntington. I was on the water fishing the triangle all the time.

[@gerdugay6969]

Love your boat!!!!! I also love your camera work. You took your time, you showed us every part of your boat without rushing it!!!? Well done!!

[@thomasritter3159]

Ger dugay his camera work sucked. lol he didn't even know the proper name of the item the hatch provided access too.

[@USVR2]

Nice looking capable boat.

[@igorpaster]

nice boat, if I move to BC this Spring will be looking for one, Thank you in my opinion is more practical than a sailboat...

[@topfunguy2281]

It is a perfect boat for cruising around B.C. It’s just the right size for one or two people and the fuel and maintenance is affordable. Happy New Year!

[@xgi36]

Great boat ! You made some fantastic improvement's.

[@someotherdude]

+xgi36 no apostrophe please.

[@c39v26]

7' headroom 😃, I need one of those!

[@topfunguy2281]

It’s actually just over 6 foot headroom. This was this was the first video that I ever made and it was far from perfect.

[@c39v26]

@@topfunguy2281 how much more than six feet,I wonder?

[@topfunguy2281]

@@c39v26 I’m going out for a couple of days in the boat tomorrow. I’ll try to remember to measure the head room in each part of the cabin and then let you know when I get back.

[@topfunguy2281]

@@c39v26 6’ 3” in the forward cabin, 6’ 4” in the wheelhouse and aft cabin.

[@c39v26]

@@topfunguy2281 thanks! It's perfect,I'm 6'4"!

[@jeremiah1059]

Model IS25.....you mean Independent shipwrights and its 25 ft LOA? It actually looks like a Glen L. model from the 1970s.

[@topfunguy2281]

The model is an IS25. You are correct. It is remarkably similar to the Glen L Hercules Tug.

[@teddybearisms2505]

This, 3 feet longer, to allow a proper shower and a proper closet, for longer voyages, would make this perfect. And at this size, i think i would also prefer an outboard.

[@kaynediaries630]

luv that boat, wish had 1,

[@terrykleier5068]

Nice boat

[@davidchen2542]

Awesome video Llew. You'll have to take me out fishing on it one day :)

[@topfunguy2281]

Can do

[@rubbabubba6489]

2 liters an hour? For real? Thats phenomenal. Thats at 7 knots?

[@topfunguy2281]

It’s about 2.23 litres an hour at 2,500 RPM and 6 knots. 3.5 litres an hour at 3,000 RPM at 7 knots which is still pretty good.

[@rubbabubba6489]

@@topfunguy2281 Wow, lucky you! Thanks for getting back to me. Safe travels!

[@steph4287]

Perfect!!

[@topfunguy2281]

It’s just the right boat, all I need for cruising.

[@rodneythetall8877]

Nice Trawler, enjoyed viewing it until you turned the camera sideways. Then I stopped..

[@topfunguy2281]

Great!

[@371508129]

With that nice flat cabin top you should install solar panels

[@topfunguy2281]

David Dempsey I have a 100 watt panel on the wheelhouse roof which keeps the house batteries charged up when I'm at anchor. The only real draw I have on the batteries when anchored are my fridge and any lights that I may use which are all LEDs. You are right though it would be a good spot for more solar panels.

[@michelrood2966]

Dreamboat

[@topfunguy2281]

Yes, she’s a fine vessel. It would be hard to find something better and more fun for that size.

[@kennethwikert2841]

Although it is a very nice boat!

[@AndyMatrix]

Can we have a consumption at 7kts and 8 kts? What is the weight? How big fuel tank you have? Thanks

[@vernonthompson7695]

Just how much of this boat did the builder make? Seems like you built half of this yourself.

[@Dailyinput244]

I like it.

[@dannya3431]

I'm hoping a boat like this makes its way to the Ontario used market :) even the boats are better in BC haha

[@topfunguy2281]

I’m sure that you have great boats in Ontario too. It looks like a nice and interesting place to have a boat.

[@dannya3431]

@@topfunguy2281 We are blessed with some amazing waterways. We took our Searay Weekender from Midland to the North Channel this summer and were blown away. Hoping to eventually switch to something more fuel efficient so we can explore more freely.

[@topfunguy2281]

@@dannya3431 There is something reassuring about being able to take the boat out and not having to think about how much it costs for fuel every hour. I can put in $100 of diesel and it seems to last for ages. I don’t even have to consider fuel costs.

[@falcor86]

Looks awesome! I love pocket trawlers/tugs. We want a Ranger so badly! Also cheers to a fellow PNWer. Anyone who boats around here knows that sunbathing is not a priority, to say the least. Great cruiser. Have you done the inside yet?

[@topfunguy2281]

Thanks I'm having lots of fun with the boat . It cost about one fifth of what a Ranger Tug costs and is very similar but a little simpler. There are a couple for sale in BC right now .

[@falcor86]

Top fun guy Yeah those Rangers are very expensive brand new, especially the bigger ones. We are looking at used 21EC, which is their smallest, and cruises at 6-9 knots while sipping fuel at about 15-20nmpg...pints per hour. We're looking at 2008 and newer models just for reliability ease of use reasons. Even still those little things are well within our price range. I also really love the large back cockpit: www.rangertugs.com/R-21EC?tour=yes&=vt.prestigevision.com/ranger-tugs/ma497/embed.html (mute speakers) which will be great for entertaining. One day we'll need something bigger for longer trips and such, but for now the 21EC is damn near perfect for our needs. But enough about that. I just wanted to give you a shout out after the last commenter. It seems some people just don't understand that different boats appeal to different people, and not to assume what you want out of a boat is the same that others do. Making a statement such as "It's not very good for cruising" when I'm assuming he's never even set eyes on one of these boats in real life just doesn't make any sense to me. I've been shopping for a small tug/trawler for months, and have done a ton of research. Your little 25 looks to me like an awesome cruiser, and I'm glad that you guys are able to appreciate it. You didn't answer my question. Have you guys gone inside to Alaska yet?

[@falcor86]

Drew Johnson It occurs to me you might have already answered that in the video. I actually watched it muted the first time so as not to wake up my fiance sleeping next to me...watching it with audio now.

[@topfunguy2281]

The Ranger 25 is a unique little trawler given the size . It should be nice for a young couple. Another beautiful boat is a Vashon Trawler . I think they are 23 feet and very seaworthy. Make sure you check out my latest video . It is my best. Where do you live?

[@falcor86]

Side note: how hard would it be to add some sound proofing to the engine compartment to cut that engine noise down a bit? Is it that loud in person or just the microphone on your camera being a little too sensitive?

[@boatrvme8478]

I was enjoying your video then you started videoing sideways????

[@topfunguy2281]

Just like as in life sometimes things go sideways. I was new to the word of computer technology.

[@FranklinNewhart]

I have been trying to find a link to the manufacturer of this boat but i can't find one. It looks like the perfect live aboard for two and would make a good inland waterways vessel. I live in Saskatchewan and I think this would be the perfect boat for cruising the Saskatchewan River. Lake Diefenbaker, Last Mountain Lake and certainly over into Manitoba to cruise Lake Winipegossa and Lake Winipeg. Can you give a link to the manufacturer.

[@topfunguy2281]

Franklin Newhart Hi Franklin, here is a link to the manufacturer www.independentmarine.ca/

[@jamesnickel4748]

Decent little trawler and VERY economical too! Lots of headroom too. What would the approximate value of that boat be in Canadian dollars? Did they make a lot of this model? 👍

[@topfunguy2281]

There were less than 20 made. They do come up for sale occasionally. It’s difficult to say what one would go for now because there seems to be a frenzy of boat buying here and boats are selling like crazy. I’d say that you’d be lucky if one came up for sale at $35,000 Canadian. Realistically I think it could go for much more.

[@jamesnickel4748]

@@topfunguy2281 that's not too bad at all considering what you get! Thanks so much for the advice and happy/safe cruising to you!

[@topfunguy2281]

@@jamesnickel4748 I agree. It does everything that a $300,000 Ranger Tug does.

[@ericleishman5932]

Do you still own the boat? Love your videos, can't wait for more.

[@topfunguy2281]

Eric Leishman Oh yes, I still have it and just got back from a 3 day cruise. I’ve been really lazy and haven’t thought about making any new videos but I will get back to doing that soon.

[@ericleishman5932]

Top fun guy thanks for the quick reply! Do you know of any other IS25's that are for sale or might be for sale? Such a cool boat!

[@topfunguy2281]

Eric Leishman Hi Eric, I don’t know of any that are for sale right now. They do come up for sale every now and then. Craigslist and Kijiji are a good place to check to see if one comes up for sale.

[@kennethwikert2841]

That wasn't a good idea to turn the camera sideways!

[@wesm3915]

Da, how fast are you going at that rpm?

[@bhhardgr01]

Camera 101 please.

[@robertmvieiravieira-uc2kx]

2700 rpm seems awfully high

[@topfunguy2281]

The Yanmar is rated at 3,600 RPM. Everything that I’ve read says that it is best to run a diesel at 85% of maximum rated RPM which works out to be 3,060 RPM for this engine. According to the fuel curve in the specs, the engine is most fuel efficient at around 2,700 RPM. These days I spend a lot of time running around 2,500 RPM or less. This engine purrs at any speed.

[@topfunguy2281]

Check out the “Independent Shipwrights IS25 Trawler” page.

[@jedavis51]

fix the camera view!!

[@someotherdude]

LOL smart enough to choose a really great boat, smart enough to modify it really well, not smart enough to edit the vid for the sideways shots of the interior. Ok, I'm teasing... nice, nice boat.

[@topfunguy2281]

Hey Dude, it's good to hear from someone with a sense of humour. Now that I've mastered boat videos I can start taking videos of my cat. I hear the world needs more of those. Happy cruising!

[@richardcattafi1327]

DUDE CORRECT THE VIEW ON YOUR CAMERA !!!

[@JohnBraman413]

where did you get the boat? do you have a link for them?

[@topfunguy2281]

They aren’t made anymore. The only way is to look for a used one. There were less than 20 made but they turn up for sale occasionally.

[@johnduppole5935]

Turn your camera over !!!!!

[@seikibrian8641]

Turn your monitor over!!!!

[@steph4287]

Does this have a fiberglass Hull?

[@topfunguy2281]

Yes it does.

[@imayhaveshortcircuted8060]

at 25 feet this would be very trailorable

[@seikibrian8641]

Beam is more of a factor than length. If it's more than 8'6" wide you need an oversized load permit in many jurisdictions.

[@dukeallen6562]

Did you happen to view this video...or just posted as is. Wow are you off kilter.

[@topfunguy2281]

This was the first video that I made. I was new to computers etc. If you don’t like you don’t have to watch.

[@dukeallen6562]

@@topfunguy2281 Nice, you explained why. Then you got all offended when someone commented. What's the matter little boy you only want the nice comments. Grow up son this is the real world. Put you long pants on.

[@dukeallen6562]

@@topfunguy2281 Awww, poor baby. Crying cuase someone gave you a bad comment. Fix it then or take it down. You well get other negitive comments if you leave it up. What a dick head!

[@VatouMoline]

How much for it?

[@topfunguy2281]

$60,000 Canadian

[@1biker4life]

Are you a professional fabricator? Nice boat and modifications

[@topfunguy2281]

Thanks for the nice comment. I am not a fabricator, but I have built several small boats out of wood and am a bit of a handy man. I have had many boats over the years but this boat is the one that will take me up to my eventual retirement and beyond. Cheap to run, easy to handle alone and beautiful workboat lines. What more does anyone need.

[@someotherdude]

+Top fun guy a bikini babe would be nice.

[@JamesWright1955]

how much$

[@topfunguy2281]

Sorry, this ones not for sale. There is one for sale on Craigslist Comox Valley for about $30,000.

[@TC-yx1qt]

Wow so around 15mpg? How much do these usually sell for?

[@topfunguy2281]

Yes, they are very fuel efficient little cruisers. There were less than 20 of them made, so they don’t come up for sale that often. They were very heavily and well made and have stood the test of time. If you found one you could count on it being about 1/2 to 1/3 of the cost of a comparable Nordic tug 26 or Ranger Tug 25.

[@wesm3915]

Wow that's really slow for 2,800 rpm

[@ajreidinga5529]

Video; 0,0

[@conornorth4265]

44 hp my 12 foot boat has more than that

[@seikibrian8641]

Your 12-foot boat probably has a planing hull; the IS25 has a full-displacement hull. Adding more horsepower would be a waste, since its speed is limited by hull speed, not by power. The theoretical hull speed for a displacement hull with a 25-foot waterline length is 6.7 knots.

[@user-lb8tk5kj7w]

I’d feel more secure in rough seas in this 25’ craft than I would on many 60’ marina dwellers.

[@thomasritter3159]

Screwed up when you changed the angle of the camera. I also suggest you learn the proper names of the equipment on your next vessel before trying to sell it.

[@ianlavender7185]

Stupid video camera.

[@adriancoyne851]

u idiot

[@hanpostma4746]

Nice boat

[@topfunguy2281]

Thanks, I like it too.