Trojan F-36 Convertible

1979 Trojan F-36 Convertible — "Knot 2 Shabby"

Location: Everett, WA
Power: Twin MerCruiser 502 MPI (Repowered 2001)
Generator: Westerbeke 5.0 BCG (Gas)

“Knot 2 Shabby” is a well-maintained example of the popular Trojan F-36 Convertible, a versatile model that blends the spaciousness of the Tri-Cabin with the fishability of the Sport Fisherman. With her large cockpit, open salon, and comfortable flybridge, this model has earned a strong reputation as a capable Northwest cruiser and fishing platform.

Originally a freshwater boat, “Knot 2 Shabby” spent much of her life on Lake Shasta before moving to the Puget Sound area around 2000, where she has been boathouse-kept for much of her time since.

Stepping aboard, you’re greeted by a generous cockpit with ample space for fishing or lounging. From there, large sliding doors lead into an open salon featuring a wraparound settee to port and a linear settee to starboard—ideal for entertaining or relaxing.

Forward to starboard is a lower helm, and opposite is a well-equipped wraparound galley. Moving down a few steps, you’ll find a dry head with separate shower to port, a guest cabin with bunks to starboard, and a spacious V-berthforward.

Engine access is conveniently located in the salon, while the generator and transmissions are accessible from the cockpit.

• Twin MerCruiser 502 MPI engines (repowered 2001)

  • Port: ~1,400 hrs | Starboard: ~1,405 hrs

  • Hour meters show 3,375 / 3,380, but documentation confirms 1,975 hrs at repower

• Westerbeke 5.0 BCG gas generator (5KW) – rebuilt 2017, serviced 2023

• Victron Energy Multiplus 2 charger/monitor (2024)

• 4x Crown 6V (220Ah) house batteries (2023)

• Interstate 27DC start batteries (2023)

• New fuel pumps (2022)

• New alternators (2021)

• Manifolds replaced (2019)

• Engines serviced annually

• Starter replacement currently needed

• 2x 125-gal fuel tanks replaced (2001)

• Garmin GPS Map 3206

• Garmin GPS 75

• Autohelm ST5000+ autopilot

• Autohelm repeater

• Raytheon V850 sonar

• Raytheon R11XX radar

• Raymarine ST40

• Uniden MC 790 VHF

• Victory energy controller

• Kenwood stereo with Bose speakers throughout

• Newmar battery isolator

• Princess 3-burner electric stove & oven

• Norcold refrigerator/freezer

• Chromalox electric heater

• Dry head with separate shower stall

• Vacuflush freshwater toilet

• Rod holders plus downrigger mounts

• Penn Fathom Master 835 electric downriggers (2)

• Pot puller on stern

• Boat Leveler trim tabs

• Maxwell windlass with Danforth anchor + spare stern anchor

• Cockpit fridge/freezer (currently inoperative)

• Cockpit washdown

• Swim ladder

• Rule electric bilge pumps

• Windshield wipers

• Repowered with modern MerCruiser 502 MPIs

• Boathouse-kept for much of her life

• Freshwater history until mid-1980s

• Westerbeke generator

• Modern Victron charging system

• Spacious, open layout ideal for cruising or fishing

“Knot 2 Shabby” represents an excellent opportunity to own a proven, boathouse-kept Trojan F-36 with major upgrades and strong mechanical history. She’s ready for continued cruising with just minor attention needed.