Hi Erik - I realize this thread is from last year, however today I received a 3551 Trawler and found your post. The boat I received looks to have many of the original parts, however I don't have the instructions to compare to. I am wondering if you have a copy that you can 'share' online. I know I won't be able to get the rigging right without them.
Also, I am curious what your restoration of the boat entailed. Mine has some discoloration due to age and the crummy brown paint on the hull. Other than that I am quite happy with its overall condition. I'd like to know what you did to 'spruce' yours up.
Many thanks for any guidance.
Sandra.