47' Star Shipyards Pacific Pilot for Sale

Polaris is a double-ended, rugged sea boat that underwent a full restoration by Walter Schulz of Shannon Boat Company in 2009 to 2010. Polaris is No. 5 of the Pacific Pilot series built by Star Shipyards of British Columbia to navigate the extreme conditions of the Columbia River in the Pacific Northwest. From 1937 to 1974 Polaris worked for Pilotage Authorities, and from 1974 to 1992 worked towing logs on the Columbia River and in Alaska. In 1992 the vessel moved to Seattle and was converted into a party boat for the Jose Cuevro tequila company. In 1997 a factory rebuilt Detroit 6-71was installed.

In 2007, Mr. Schulz purchased the boat as his 18th wood restoration project and restored the vessel completely. Polaris was awarded Best Conversion With Respect to Original Design Intent at the prestigious Mystic Seaport Antique and Classic Boat Rendezvous in 2010.

Builder: Star Shipyards

Dimensions LOA: 47' Beam: 12 Displacement: 36,000

Draft: 4'10

Engine(s): Detroit Diesel Engine Model: 6-71 Hours: 1600

Cruising Speed: 9 knots Max Speed: 10-12 knots

Tankage: Fuel:150 gallons, Water: 80 gallons, Holding: 35 gallons

RESTORATION

Polaris has undergone an extensive rebuild/rehab program from keel to masthead over a two year period at Shannon's facility in Bristol, R.I. All broken frames, damaged planks, horn timber, stem structure and other hull work including refastening with 316 screws was completed. The bottom was wooded and all old caulking was removed from planking and replaced with oakum/cotton and seamcompound. The entire bulwark was removed, new covering boards installed and the bulwark was replaced with new laminated mahogany and with a new mahogany cap rail. All the work has been documented with photographs.

All 6vt, 32vt, 110vt electric wiring were totally removed and replaced with a new 12vt electric system and ABYC code breaker panels and switches. All 12vt batteries (6-100 amp) are new. The 110 vt AC electric system was also replaced with new wiring, GF outlets, 40 amp battery charger, shore power receptacle and shore power cord. A new 1000 amp 12vt to 110 vt inverter was installed to operate the microwave oven. There are two 12vt alternators on the engine with new voltage regulators. New cabin lights and running lights were installed. A rebuilt 12vt up/down Ideal windless was mounted on the foredeck. A rebuilt autopilot was installed along with a new hydraulic steering system to replace the old cable steering. All mast wiring and lights were replaced. A new radar unit was installed along with a new GPS plotter/depth sounder. A new 12vt/110vt refrigerator was installed.

The entire plumbing system including hoses, fittings and clamps were replaced. Two new 5052 diesel fuel tanks were installed. Two new water tanks, new hot water tank, FW pressure pump, deck wash down pump, shower pump, faucets and shower head were installed. After much contemplation, Schulz decided to change the deckhouse/interior to insure that Polaris would survive as a private yacht and meet 21st century needs. Originally the boat had no forward cabin, a tiny galley below and two fixed berths with pipe berths above. The wheelhouse was short with a large aft work deck. Schulz extended the wheelhouse to allow for a full sized galley with refrigeration, microwave oven, full sink and food storage. A full sized vee berth was built in the forward cabin with a privacy door, and a separate stall shower was built in the space formally used as the galley. The two narrow fixed berths were retained with the addition of sliding tops to allow for comfortable sleeping. The pipe berths were retained. Foam cushions with fabric through out are new. All bulkheads below are in their original 1937 location. In addition, in 2005 the 4 to 1 transmission was rebuilt and the keel coolers were rebuilt. The low hour 6-71 diesel is legendary for reliability burning about 3 gallons an hour. No expense has been spared to make sure that Polaris is sailing into the next century.

LAYOUT

The wheelhouse features an interior helm with ample space for navigation and a wide settee. The U-shaped galley is aft of the helm and has a new refrigerator, stove, sink and many cabinets. The aft deck behind the wheelhouse is a perfect area for entertaining and also has easy storage for docklines, fenders and supplies with a large locker and a trunk that doubles as a bench.

The cabin is reached by a companionway with a full staircase and the main salon offers port and starboard settees that pull out to become single berths. There is ample storage space outboard of the settees. The head is forward on the starboard side and a full shower is across from the head on the port side. The forward section has a double v-berth with a hanging locker and drawer storage. There is plenty of ventilation through opening hatches and ports. The engine is housed in a full engine room underneath the wheelhouse and can be easily accessed through the cabin or a large hatch on the aft deck. Polaris sleeps four comfortably.