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    18 SS or 22 Holiday?

    Since the big ss seems so hard to find, I started wondering which boat would actully be more roomy, an 18' SS with it's open bow or a 22' Holiday. I know the Holiday is a closed bow, but the bow doesn't really seem to take up too much space. Also, I wonder, does the 22 footer have the same or...
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    Should I consider a Toon?

    I'm hoping to be a boat owner next year, and have been trying to find what fits the family best. I have a wife and three kids.... 12, 4, 2 years old(next yr). I plan on the boat being an "all - arounder". Your usual pulling tubes n stuff, throwing a worm in the water on occasion..... just having...
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    Tugs, Trawlers, and Planing Hulls!!!???

    Tell me which shine in what application. Opinions ok but some facts also! What's the difference between tugs and trawlers? Talking 26-30 feet long.
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    Any experience with this??

    Does anyone have experience with buying boats from Charity Auction houses? Specifically the ones on E-bay?? They seem to have good ratings and many if not all go with no reserve!! Tell me what you think especially if you've done it!! Thanks, Mike
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    Smallest Aft Cabin?

    So what is the smallest aft cabin available (used)? Is there a such thing as a 20 - 22 footer? Just think a little cabin cruiser would be a perfect boat for a young family with an infant for a day (or more) on the water plus entertaining. It also wouldn't be too big for tubing in smaller lakes...
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    Nice older boat or RUN away??

    So what do you guys think about this one?? http://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/boa/1992992495.html
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    Deals on Craigslist

    If a boat on C.L. seems to be worth looking into.... post it here for everyone considering a purchase to see. It'll also give us newbies a way to learn makes, models, and price ranges. Feel free to comment on a post! I thought this was a pretty decent price on an 03 Crownline...
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    Fiberglass or Aluminum??

    So what are the strengths and weaknesses? Let's just say as a baseline... 18-20 foot length, used for family pleasure.... tube,knee board, ski, cruising around..... pretty much the average for a runabout. Maybe some fishing but not purpose built. Not sure if it makes a difference between closed/...
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    The Good The Bad & The Ugly

    Thanks to the iboats forums, I think there are more newbies like me getting the boating bug! I was wondering what outboards are good and which to watch out for? For instance.... I know they aren't known for fuel economy but I've heard that some are better than others. Also reliability...
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    To buy or not to buy?

    Hi guys... We're looking into buying our first boat and need some advice. I saw a boat on Craigs List and I ended up knowing the guy! So I got a hold of him today and said the engine is having some trouble. It's a 1978 Mercury m900 90 horse. Here's what happened.... He was on the lake and the...
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    A boat for me?

    I'd love to get into boating and inflatables kinda intrigue me! I need something affordable, fun and able to carry 4 adults+kids and pull a tube. Is there an inflatable that can do that or am I asking for too much?
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    Stupid Newbie question

    Hi guys... I'd love to get and restore an 18' Starcraft SS someday, however.... do to the fact that I'm trying to get into farming, I neither have the funds nor the time. Unfortunately, I can't shake the boating bug! I need something cheap, reliable and fun. It don't need to be the fastest...
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