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1989 Blackman Billfisher 26 – "Reel Twins"
Location: San Diego, CA (On Trailer)
The Blackman Billfisher 26 is a West Coast legend, renowned for its supreme fishing prowess and spacious cockpit. "Reel Twins" has been extensively updated for 2026, featuring a zero-hour engine rebuild and modernized electronics. A two-owner boat, it has been meticulously maintained over the years.
Mechanical & Propulsion
Engine: 200 hp Volvo Penta AQAD41P 6-cylinder turbo diesel freshwater(coolant) cooled - REBUILT Jan 2026!!!.
Fuel: 150 gal fuel tank.
Performance: Achieves 3 mpg at cruise speed.
Condition: Recently rebuilt with 0 hours logged since the last service (Filter dated 01-10-26).
Mechanical Refresh: Refreshed cylinder head, heat exchanger, and aftercooler.
Electrical: Newly rebuilt starter and alternator. 4 new Group 24 Interstate marine batteries (November 2025).
Drive: Volvo Penta Duoprop outdrive with fresh drive paint and high-performance black propellers.
Performance Tracking: FloScan Fuel Management System (GPH/Gallons).
Hull: Fresh bottom paint recently applied.
Fishing Equipment
Bait System: Large 75-gallon livewell with a custom cutting board cap, fed by a Pentair Shurflo Pro Baitmaster II pump.
Fish Storage: Huge in-deck fish holds with dividers.
Outriggers: Brand new Anglers Specialties white outriggers.
Rod Storage: 17 total rod holders, including stainless steel rocket launchers on the arch.
Washdown: Shurflo Pro Blaster deck washdown pump.
Accessories: Rail-mounted Magma stainless steel barbecue grill.
Electronics & Navigation
MFD: Simrad NSS8 Sport Chartplotter/GPS/Fishfinder & Radar.
Autopilot: Simrad Autopilot (AP24 Control Head with AC12N computer, RC42N rate compass, and Accu-Steer HRP 10/16 hydraulic pump).
Sonar: Simrad EC-206 Color Sounder and Airmar B164 1kW tilted element thru-hull transducer (WOW!).
Additional Intel: Furuno T-2000 Digital Sea Temp and Standard Horizon Explorer VHF.
Entertainment: XM Radio equipped.
Accommodations & Comfort
Salon: Features a convertible dinette and plentiful storage throughout.
Interior Finish: High-gloss varnished teak cabinetry and trim in great shape!
Sleeping: Large V-berth with filler cushion. Convertible dinette in saloon.
Galley: Norcold DE0051 AC/DC refrigerator, Emerson microwave, sink, and freshwater tank.
Head: Bathroom with plumbed head (Porta-potty with manual pumped overboard discharge and newer sanitation hoses).
Updates: New Lewmar hatches and cabin windows.
Canvas & Trailer
Canvas: Flybridge Bimini with front/side curtains (open back) and a dedicated cockpit Bimini. Newly re-upholstered Bimini top and full cover.
Trailer: Aros Triple-Axle Trailer (recently serviced).
Brakes: Dico Model 20 Surge-O-Matic actuator (20,000 lb capacity).
Extras: Collapsible arch, Danforth fishing anchor, and several life jackets.