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    What do you pull your boat with?

    Re: What do you pull your boat with? I wouldn't want to tow it cross country, but it does very well.
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    Weird boating laws in WI. This makes no sense

    Re: Weird boating laws in WI. This makes no sense Yeah, being new to WI, coming from NY, I thought it was an odd law too. Here is my 11 year old last weekend:
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    First time in

    Finally had her out! Went out into the bay and messed around getting the feel of her for about 3 hours last Sunday. The west side had a small chop, the east side was like glass. No problems launching or hauling out. At WOT I got 58mph gps with my wife and 11 year old on board. I still have...
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    Post a picture of your boat/whip...what do you take out...

    Re: Post a picture of your boat/whip...what do you take out... Here's my "new" boat: Action shots to follow!
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    Just bought my boat!

    Re: Just bought my boat! ...more pic's
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    Just bought my boat!

    Re: Just bought my boat! Pictures!!
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    What type/size battery do you recommend?

    I'm sure there is a thread somewhere about this, but I couldn't find it. I need to buy a new battery for the boat. I want to be able to use electronics with engine shut down for a while (hour or two) without having to worry about the battery. Do I need a deep cycle and what CCA would you...
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    Just bought my boat!

    Following the advice you all gave me, I just bought the boat. I had it gone over by the local Chaparral dealer and am confident I got a good boat at a good price. Now the real work begins... Thanks again for the advice.
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    Can anyone tell me anything about this boat?

    I'm looking at a 1995 196 SCS. 4.3 Volvo Penta. I am considering buying, but I don't have any idea how these boats ride, the engine, value... Thanks for your help!
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    Which one would you buy and why?

    Assuming they are all in the same condition and optioned: 1. 1998 Chaparral 205 LE Merc.5.0 FI, Alpha 1 2. 1995 Mirage 211 Merc.5.7, Alpha 1 3. 1995 Wellcraft 196 SCS 4.3 Volvo Penta Boat is to be operated as a cruiser in the Great Lakes. Maybe pulling the kid on a tube, a little skiing...
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    Newb. here: looking at buying 1998 205LE

    It has the 5.0 FI, Alpha 1 setup. approx 500 hours. It looks nice and well cared for. 1. What do you think of my choice of boat? 2. Anything I need to look for? 3. About what should I be paying? Still have yet to drive it and have a survey done. Just wondering what the concensus is on...
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