1996 Freedom yachts 40/40 Cruiser (sail) in Portsmouth, RI

SELLER DESCRIPTION

Just Add Water is a wonderful, very well equipped and updated version of this David Pedrick fast performance cruiser from Freedom Yachts. With In-Boom furling, jib roller furling, a bow thruster, and electric halyard winch this boat is easy and safe to sail shorthanded. Continuously updated, Just Add Water is equipped with 12v and 110AC refrigeration, water maker, microwave, new Thurston in-boom furling main (2004), full electronics including GPS chartplotter, radar, sailing instruments, SSB radio, VHF radio, new batteries (2007), Max prop, Espar diesel heater, bow thruster (2005), and much, much more. Make an appointment now to see this unique offering in RI.

Mechanical Equipment:
Reliable Yanmar diesel has dual Racor fuel filters and access to the engine is the best available. This engine with vibration dampening flex coupling is coupled with a Vetus BOW THRUSTER which makes handling close quarters very easy. The sink in fwd cabin, galley, head, shower, and cockpit shower are all fed by pressure hot/cold water system. There is a 12 gal stainless water heater which is heated by a 110AC element and by running the engine. Manual marine toilet has overboard discharge option and holding tank may be discharged overboard with macerator pump.Three blade feathering Max PropShaft razor line cutterEspar Diesel cabin heater PUR 40 Water MakerHolding tank MaceratorTwo electric and one manual bilge pumpTank tender systems gauges water tank

Galley:
The Galley is conveniently located aft adjacent to the companionway. The chef may be a part of the group without being in the way in this U-shaped galley. Plenty of counter and storage space allow for full meal preparation. Three burner, stainless Force 10 stove with oven and broiler is gimballed. The unique refrigerator/freezer compartment has top and front opening doors and is cooled by top quality Grunert Holding Plate engine driven and 110vAC compressors. A microwave is installed above the galley sink on a custom shelf so it doesn't steal valuable locker space and a double basin, polished stainless steel sink makes clean up a snap. Grunert Engine drive holding plate refrigerator/freezerGrunert 110vAC holding plate refrigeatror/freezerForce 10 three burner gimballed stainless stove with oven and broilerSamsung MicrowaveDouble basin polished stainless sinkDeep pot storage lockerCustom overhead shelf Lockers outboardDrawers for utensils

Electonics and Navigational Gear:
HELMRaymarine C80 color Chartplotter/radar(2007)Autohelm 7000 Autopilot with remoteAutohelm wind AWI and wind speedAutohelm Boat speedRaymarine ST 60 DepthNAV STATIONIcom IC-M710 HF Tranceiver SSBIcom M 126DSC VHF radioMagellan GSC100 GPSAutohelm Nav-DataAutohelm Wind repeaterAutohelm Tri-DataQuasar TVSony DVD/VHS playerESN Exlipse AM/FM/Casette/CD playerInterior and exterior speakers

Electrical System:
Three large 8-D gel cell batteries (new 2007) and one Group 27 engine start battery (2006)in two banks with dual battery selector switches for optimum isolation between banks. Monitor battery condition on DC amp and volt meters on custom electrical panel and with Xantrex Link 1000 display. Charging is through a high output Balmar engine alternator with smart regulator, and Smart battery charger. Lighting is provided by numerous reading, overhead, and indirect strip lights for a warm and inviting ambiance. Heart Freedom 20 inverter provides AC current for outlets, microwave, and entertainment center when away from the dock. 30amp 120vAC shore power system with 50' cord. Flood light mounted on radar mast in cockpit

Deck and Hull Equipment:
A "walk-through" transom and ease of movement from cockpit to companionway and wide side decks make the Freedom 40 a very easy boat to get around. A large cockpit table folds out to sit six for dinner. The Tee shaped cockpit accommodates plenty of guests.Avon inflatable dinghy with outboardElectric Maxwell Anchor windlass with control at helm Bruce and CQR anchors200' chain with 300' rope rode50' chain with 300' rope rodeFirdell Radar Blipper mounted on mastEdson outboard motor bracketSS hoist for outboardHarken Electric two speed halyard winchExtra controls for elec winch at helmHarken 48 winch in cockpitHarken Mainsheet traveler with controlsHarken Jib self tacking travelerPerformance Rigid boom vangDodger with Elkhide grabrailBimini with connector to dodgerWheel coverCockpit cushionsForce 10 SS barbecueHorseshoe and Lifesling

Sails and Rigging:
Rare offering with Furl-Boom In-Boom main furling/reefing system for fully battened mainsail. New Thurston Vectran main installed in 2004. Furling main with Furling jib lead to single line control for self tacking and standard two speed self-tailing electric winch make this boat very easy to sail. All sail controls lead back to the cockpit so you may raise, lower, reef, vang, and sheet the sails from the safety of the cockpit. The decks are wide and spacious. Integral anchor locker on the foredeck with electric anchor windlass. Cockpit is tee shaped with large wheel with elkhide covering and "walk through" transom for the ultimate in easy access on and off the boat. Swim platform has a telescoping swim ladder. Double, PVC coated lifelines are extra high and supported by stainless stanchions and bow and stern rails. Canvas includes a custom dodger and full cockpit bimini. The substantial, two-leaf, fiberglass cockpit table with drink holders allows you to sit six for dinner al fresco. World famous carbon free-standing mastFurlboom In-Boom furling for mainNew Thurston Vectran mainsail (2004)Furlex Roller furling twin luff for jibNew Thurston Jib (2002)Custom reinforced masthead Whisker pole