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Re: OT: motor boat
Posted by RickP (more from RickP) on Sat, 6 Dec 2008 19:01:36
In Reply to: OT: motor boat, brick8, Sat, 6 Dec 2008 15:23:33
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The good news is that in this economy there are tons of powerboats available for sale. The bad news is there lots of p.o.s boats on the market.
That said, if you're only wanting to spend 3K - i don't think you'll find an I/O that's worth the time and effort. I'm a sailor, and know some powerboaters - the better brands are grady white, tiara, pursuit, sea ray, triton, boston whaler, etc. In the sub-19 foot category, i would opt for an outboard boat - as they are inherently simpler to fix as I believe the outdrive can be a source of many issues.
Best advice is to find a powerboat enthusiast website and ask lots of questions. Also, go to the library and get some books on powerboats and surveying - understand how to properly survey a boat.
Finally, get your safeboating certificate and take a power squadron class so you are prepared. Boating is a great hobby/sport - but can be expensive..
Good luck
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Posts in this Thread:
- OT: motor boat, brick8, Sat, 6 Dec 2008 15:23:33
- Re: OT: motor boat, smt, Sun, 7 Dec 2008 16:44:21
- With patience you can find a non-fixer-upper for $5k?, Jeff S, Sun, 7 Dec 2008 05:24:26
- Re: OT: motor boat, Ron, Sun, 7 Dec 2008 05:01:16
- Re: OT: motor boat, RickP, Sat, 6 Dec 2008 19:01:36 <-- Viewing This Message
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