Karen Gayle 35' Luhrs Alura 35 1988

The history of the Luhrs Corporation dates back to the 1830′s with a German immigrant by the name of Henry Luhrs. He became involved in the marine trade supplying ships in New York City. He eventually owned his own chandlery and even his own ship, The Sophia R. Luhrs. His grandson, another Henry, shared the same love of the sea and continued the family heritage by building and repairing boats on the New Jersey coast.

About 100 years after his grandfather started his business, the younger Henry opened his; a small yard in Morgan, New Jersey. From these humble beginnings sprang a vibrant and thriving business called the Henry Luhrs Sea Skiff Company. As the business grew, Henry’s sons, John and Warren became involved and soon the company was producing over 1,200 boats a year. In 1965, Bangor Bunta, a huge timber conglomerate made Henry an offer too good to refuse and the company was sold.

John Luhrs and Warren Luhrs, soon after the sale, struck out on their own purchasing Silverton Sea Skiffs, a fledgling builder in Tom’s River, New Jersey. Following their father’s recipe for success, the brothers were soon ready to expand and Warren, being an avid sailor, knew they could create value in that market as well. Hunter Marine was started in 1973 and was soon followed by Mainship in 1978. The Luhrs name was finally reinstated with the family in 1985 and production started in 1986. Business continued to grow and Luhrs needed space of its own. The St. Augustine plant opened in 1987 with its extensive waterfront access and has expanded multiple times. A new facility in Midway.

Karen Gayle is a very capable, ideal Great Loop Boat for a couple or a new family.

With her smaller afterbirth, it could be used as sleeping quarters or converted in to a large storage locker.

Plenty of fuel capacity for those longer stretches between fuel stops

Low fuel consumption and comfort.

If you are considering doing the great loop as a couple or as a new family with kids then this is a must see.

Karen Gayle is available for showing 7 days a week.

• Viewing and Showings are by appointment only,
• Sea Trials will be conducted at time of survey only,
• Listing Broker must be present during all showings,
• Contact Listing Broker, Sean Kiaer for appointment
• 206-325-7700 or Email sh.kiaer@curtisstokes.net
• Visit www.curtisstokes.net for updated photos & information

• Forward V-Berth,
• Aft Stateroom
• Head on Starboard Side
• Stainless Steel Sink with Hot & Cold running water
• Integral Shower in Head
• Hanging Locker

• MarinAire 120V HVAC System with Heat & AC rated at 16,000 BTU's
• Cruisair Digital Temperature Controller

5 Piece Wrap Around Tempered Glass with Opening Lower Vent Style windows

The Galley is located to Starboard and features

• New Force 10, 3 Burner Stove with oven
• New Hisense Refrigerator
• Origo Microwave
• Stainless Steel Galley Sink with Hot & Cold Running Water
• and Corian Countertops

The owner has had his Northern Lights Generator and as of 06/21/2025 the generator has been installed.

Only has 1+/- hours on the generator for testing.

AC Output

8 kW 60 Hz, 1800 RPM, 1 Ph, 1.0 PF,

120-240 V/33.3A, 120 V/67A

Optional Three Phase with 0.8 PF

Voltage regulation ±1%

Lugger L773L Engine

Type Vertical inline 3 cylinder diesel

Displacement 69 in3 (1.13 ltr)

Bore/Stroke 3.03/3.19 in (77/81 mm)

HP @ RPM 15/1800 12/1500

Approx. fuel use

1800 RPM @ full load2 0.93 gph (3.52 lph)

1800 RPM @ half load2 0.51 gph (1.93 lph)

1500 RPM @ full load2 0.72 gph (2.72 lph)

1500 RPM @ half load2 0.37 gph (1.4 lph)

Installation Data & Weight

Fuel inlet and return 1/4 inch NPT

Exhaust Outlet 1 1/4 in (31.75 mm)

Approximate dry weight 551 lbs (250 kg)

NL773LW4 FEATURES AND BENEFITS

ENGINE BLOCK

• Four cycle, 3 cylinder, liquid cooled, naturally aspirated, overhead valve, industrial-duty diesel.

• Indirect injection with glow plugs for fast cold weather starts.

COOLING SYSTEM

• Liquid-cooled with radiator and pusher cooling fan. Steel radiator shroud and fan guard protects the radiator and operator.

FUEL SYSTEM

• Fuel system is self venting.

• In-block inline pump.

• Stop solenoid controls the fuel rack - not throttle - to eliminate speed variance and linkage issues.

• Engine speed governed to 5% for close AC frequency control.

• Pintle fuel injectors with replaceable tips lower service cost.

• Large spin-on fuel filter. • Flexible fuel lines routed to fuel manifold for easy tank connectivity.

LUBRICATION SYSTEM

• Pressure lubricated. Gerotor oil pump.

• Full fl ow, spin-on oil fi lter with bypass.

• 5 qt. (4.9 ltr) oil capacity for better lubrication.

INTAKE AND EXHAUST

• Meets US EPA Tier IV emission requirements for cleaner air.

• Large, replaceable air filter protects engine in dusty environments.

• Unit mounted residential muffler.

DC ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

• 12 volt system includes starter motor, battery charging alternator with solid state voltage regulator and DC circuit breaker.

• Standard, unit mount S-1B control panel has engine hour meter, start-stop switch with run light and preheat switch.

• Standard safety shutdowns for low oil pressure and high coolant temperature.

• Dual panel relays and quick disconnect harness plug-ins. With optional Y-harness and 10, 20 or 40 foot harness extensions, allows up to six remote control panels, up to 100 feet from the set. AC

GENERATOR

• Northern Lights, direct coupled, brushless AC generator is maintenance free. 4 lead, 1 phase, 1.0 pf, 50 or 60 Hz output. 12 lead-3 phase is optional. Conservative heat rise rating: 95°C/50°C ambient.

• Automatic Voltage Regulator is powered by dedicated AC winding for true 300% short circuit capability. Quick ±1% RMS no load to full load voltage regulation. AVR has circuit breaker protection.

• Generator features high quality, Class “H” epoxy insulation, accessible diodes, oversized bearing and junction box for wiring.

• High air flow from integral fan keeps generator running cool.

SPECIAL FEATURES

• Welded steel frame provides rigid support and ease of installation.

• Enhanced fan guard for improved operator safety.

• Four center bonded mounts isolate vibration.

• Long life, blue enamel paint finish.

• Full load testing at factory ensures tousle-free operation

• Operator’s and parts manuals provided with each set.

• Custom shipping crate and carton. 

• Drive System Type: Direct Drive Straight
• Transmission/Gears: Twin Disc Model 502
• Gear Controls: Morse Type mechanical & Linkage
• Propeller Shafts: Stainless 1 1/2"
• Propeller Shaft Couplers: Bolted to Transmission
• Propeller Shaft Seals: Dripless

• Type: Hydraulic
• Manufacturer: Hynautic
• Rudder Stock: Stainless
• Rudder Log Packing Glands: Bronze Hex Nut Type Packing Glands
• Twin Four Bladed Brass Screws

• Compass: Ritchie 4"
• VHF Radio: ICOM IC-M45
• Hailer System: Standard Horizon Loud Hailer VLH-3000A
• Chart Plotter/Fishfinder: Garmin
• AIS: Garmin Interfaced with multi function nav display.
• Antenna/s: Shakespeare GPS VHF & AIS
• Satellite Internet/TV Receiver: KVH TV1 TracVision
• Stainless Steel Wheel
• Stainless Steel Morse Engine Controls
• VDO Tach, Water Temp, Voltage, Hours Oil Pressure, Transmission Temp, and Fuel level gauges

Although not able to disclose everything due to limited access to the report, it is reported that when the survey was produced in 2022

the vessel was reported to be in above average condition with a high resale value and high replacement value. To this day 3 years after the survey was completed, Karen Gayle appears to be in the same if not better condition

as the report in 2022 plus her upgrades.

The report holds Karen Gayle in very high regards. Well above any other vessel in her age class.

This is truly a remarkable vessel that is a must see.

Davit System

• New Stainless Steel

Motor

• New Yamaha F6SMHA 6HP Outboard

Tender

• New still in box 8' 5" West Marine RIB 260 Tender not yet registered

Tender Specifications

• Capacity: 1014 Pounds
• Chambers: 3 Chambers
• Diameter: 15 Inches
• Horsepower: 6 1/2 Horsepower
• Length: 8'5"
• Material: PVC Fabric
• Rigid Hull
• Performance: Good
• Portability: Good
• Shape: V-Shape
• Tube Material: PVC
• Weight: 115 Pounds
• Width 61"

Curtis Stokes & Associates and the Listing Broker, offers the details of this vessel in good faith but cannot guarantee or warrant the accuracy of this information nor warrant the condition of the vessel. A buyer should instruct his agents, or his surveyors, to investigate such details as the buyer desires validated. This vessel is offered subject to prior sale, price change, or withdrawal without notice.

Engine hours are as of the date of the original listing and are a representation of what the listing broker is told by the owner and/or actual reading of the engine hour meters. The broker cannot guarantee the true hours. It is the responsibility of the purchaser and/or his agent to verify engine hours, warranties implied or otherwise and major overhauls as well as all other representations noted on the listing

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