this would have been an exciting project, albeit expensive and challenging.... DynaRig MotorSailer http://runningtideyachts.com/dynarig/ [IMG]
I am thinking of buying a motor sailer, but its sails are pretty small. (I think) The hull is a Roberts 43 extended to 48, custom pilot house etc,...
The 48'6" Strongall Trawler is a solution in the direction of a more silent, efficient and strong Power/Sail assisted yacht....