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09-05-2016, 09:33 PM
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Idiot
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Glastonbury, CT
Posts: 2,287
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New Boat
Looking to upgrade from the 13' "boat" I currently have to something trailerable in the 23' range.
Thinking I'd love a CC(onsole) but with a new fishing buddy coming soon and a wife that doesn't always love peeing in the water, I'm thinking something with some cabin space (and bathroom) might make more sense.
Anyone have any suggestions for a good fishing boat that can serve light double duty for the occasional family trip?
Boat would be primarily used in CT and the Cape. Looking in the $8-12k range. Also have a preference for an outboard motor for ease of access for maintenance purposes.
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The artist formerly known as Scratch59.
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09-06-2016, 11:12 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Newport, RI
Posts: 2,395
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id take a look at a parker. great fishing platform with a berth
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09-06-2016, 01:24 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Feb 2003
Location: guilford CT
Posts: 858
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I'm in the same "boat" as you..... my budget is lower
for 10-12K you can get a walkaround from early 2000's that'll have some cabin space/potty- they seem to be less expensive then center con's.....
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09-06-2016, 01:44 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Libtardia
Posts: 21,690
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I 2nd the Parker
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09-06-2016, 02:49 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: On my boat
Posts: 9,703
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I HIGHLY recommend a sea trial on a Parker before considering buying.
Good looking boat.
Built well, but they Pound.
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09-06-2016, 05:57 PM
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Idiot
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Glastonbury, CT
Posts: 2,287
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Interesting, I've read good things about Parkers... I'll have to see if I can get in one to see if I like it.
Anything else I should keep my eyes on?
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09-06-2016, 08:40 PM
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"Fishbucket"
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Bahston Hahbah
Posts: 6,588
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22' wellcraft
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09-07-2016, 10:14 AM
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Very Grumpy bay man
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Rhode Island
Posts: 10,824
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I have had 2 Sea Hunt CCs. Driest hull on the water for their size. They make a Sea Hunt Cuddy but I' don't know anything about them.
Guppy, Clammer and I all have basically the same Sea Hunts and we all love them.  |
No boat, back in the suds. 
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09-07-2016, 11:26 AM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2006
Location: Mansfield
Posts: 4,834
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236 wellcraft coastal.
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09-07-2016, 08:16 PM
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Idiot
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Glastonbury, CT
Posts: 2,287
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Quote:
Originally Posted by piemma
I have had 2 Sea Hunt CCs. Driest hull on the water for their size. They make a Sea Hunt Cuddy but I' don't know anything about them.
Guppy, Clammer and I all have basically the same Sea Hunts and we all love them. |
What do you guys have for power?
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The artist formerly known as Scratch59.
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09-07-2016, 08:34 PM
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Certifiable Intertidal Anguiologist
Join Date: Feb 2000
Location: Somewhere between OOB & west of Watch Hill
Posts: 35,270
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23' Seacraft Savage  |
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09-08-2016, 06:06 AM
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User
Join Date: Jun 2012
Location: Cape Cod
Posts: 5,515
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Quote:
Originally Posted by piemma
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Guppy, Clammer and I all have basically the same Sea Hunts and we all love them. |
When the engine is not acting up! :-)
Ian, Yahmy 115 4s |
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09-08-2016, 10:32 AM
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Very Grumpy bay man
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Rhode Island
Posts: 10,824
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ian
What do you guys have for power?
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Clammer has a brandy new Yami 150. Like Gup I have a Yami 115 4S. I have over 1200 hours with no issues. Clammer makes fun of me but, just for the record, I change oil, filters (gas and oil) every 100 hours. I install new NGK Iridium plugs every year.
I think the big thing is I run Fuel Ox, as directed, every time I put gas in. Previously I ran Yamaha Ring Free with every gas fill. Call me crazy but I have not had one ounce of trouble in 6 years with this motor.
I ran from Warwick Cove to the West Wall, to Brenton Reef and back last Sunday, chasing Bones, drifting for Fluke and BSB and I burned 10 gallons. Amazing gas mileage. |
No boat, back in the suds.
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09-08-2016, 05:57 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Nov 2000
Location: Warwick RI,02889
Posts: 11,786
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Paulie . 4 years already .......... the lower unit is newer  |
ENJOY WHAT YOU HAVE !!!
MIKE
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09-08-2016, 09:33 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Jun 2003
Posts: 1,418
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I absolutely loved my Hydra-Sports 2150 WA Cuddy with hard top and full enclosures. Mine was a 1995 Vectra Hull which is one solid boat. I would buy it back today if available. Throw a new 250 HP 4 stroke or direct inject and it would be perfect. Great for fishing and comfortable for pleasurable weekend sleepovers.
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09-09-2016, 12:04 PM
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Very Grumpy bay man
Join Date: Nov 2003
Location: Rhode Island
Posts: 10,824
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Clammer
Paulie . 4 years already .......... the lower unit is newer |
Can't be!! Doesn't seem like 4 years. |
No boat, back in the suds.
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09-09-2016, 12:06 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Sep 2003
Location: Libtardia
Posts: 21,690
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Clammer, there's medication available if you have issues with your lower unit.
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09-12-2016, 06:56 PM
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Registered User
Join Date: Oct 2009
Posts: 122
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I have had a Trophy 2302 Walkaround 7-8 years now...repowered this year with 200 Merc direct inject..... I had spent much more time on my Albemarle since I bought it.
Forgot how much fun the Trophy was....30 mph...sips fuel.....Paid 16K when I bought it....repowered because of my grandkids.....wanted a safe platform for my son and his 3 sons. Someday I'll be done with the big boat and will go back to the Trophy.
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09-12-2016, 09:59 PM
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Idiot
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Glastonbury, CT
Posts: 2,287
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Thanks for all the tips guys, some of these suggestions seem really good. One caveat is that the vehicle I'll be using to tow this is a '02 Tundra (before they went to the larger body style) which is rated for 7,500 lbs. I'm still torn between the walk around or center console style.
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09-13-2016, 06:42 AM
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Seldom Seen
Join Date: May 2001
Posts: 10,543
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Ian
I'm still torn between the walk around or center console style.
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Ah yes... the quandary of every angler with a significant other who wants a vote. |
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03-13-2017, 11:39 PM
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Idiot
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Glastonbury, CT
Posts: 2,287
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The saga continues... but the wife has informed me she wants a CC, which is pretty cool.
I've started looking at the Sea Hunts, May-Crafts, and Hydra-Sports. At this point I've narrowed it down to a mid 2000s hull & power, rather than trying my gambling luck with older stuff.
Now just to sit and wait for the right deal. Thanks for all the help here!
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03-13-2017, 11:40 PM
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Idiot
Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Glastonbury, CT
Posts: 2,287
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Also, I'd like to mention how crazy it is that I started this in September... it feels like yesterday
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