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.