Best and worse manufacturers??? - iboats Boating Forums
Nov 17, 2009 · It doesn't matter what the financial condition of the manufacturer is, for a boat it made years ago. Seldom do you need to deal with the manufacturer for the hull (unlike motors). Sea Pro, btw, is out of business. Still a good boat. For a comparable new boat, get a Sea Hunt.
Who Are The 5 Star Boat Trailer Manufacturers?? - iboats Boating …
Sep 10, 2010 · Re: Who Are The 5 Star Boat Trailer Manufacturers?? OPPS. In my ignorance, I did not realize there was a manufacturer named "fivestar." I was not asking about that brand. Rather, I used the term "5 Star" to seek very high quality, above the ordinary, very well designed, optimal material selection, construction, and quality control.
Aluminum Boat Manufacturers - Rated? - iboats Boating Forums
May 21, 2009 · Re: *** Aluminum Boat Manufacturers - Rated? *** I live in the Northwest and looked at some of the makes that you mentioned when deciding on my present boat. Hewescraft - A well made boat but I thought it was very utilitarian -too much so for my liking. Alumaweld (Intruder)- A good boat with good finish, however, I thought it was a bit pricey.
different boat manufacturers - iboats Boating Forums
Jun 5, 2005 · As far as "limited models" go, from their websites I saw 29 variations of models and sizes in the bass and ski/fishing boats, 26 models/sizes in the welded and riveted jon boats, and 10 boats in the "Utility" category.<br /><br />Unless I saw many posts about a lack of quality on any boat, I guess I would consider them all, and would rely on ...
History of Aluminum boats? - iboats Boating Forums
Sep 20, 2007 · Grumman boats were from Northrop Grumman company. The aircraft manufacture started making canoes, then bought out by another company who started making runabouts, and fishing boats. Lund was started by an aircraft factory worker, who after the war, used his tools, and expertise to make himself a cartop fishing boat.
Best brands of used aluminum fishing boats - Boating Forum
Mar 29, 2015 · Make and model wouldnt be as important to me as actual layout and condition, esp the layout in a turn key boat. You have asked the boat equivalent of Ford v Chevy. LOTS of opinions wont reflect your actual needs, wants and uses of the boat. A 16ft boat w a 25hp OB isnt going to be the same boat as a 17ftr w a 90hp.
Bowrider boat manufacturers still in business. - Boating Forum
Aug 16, 2011 · Re: Bowrider boat manufacturers still in business. I posted something similar and Yamaha was suggested. Apparently they are top top selling boat under 25 feet and from what I have read a very Good value.
QUESTION! Who built aluminum boats for ... - iboats Boating Forums
Apr 29, 2012 · The few photos I've seen appear to closely resemble my boat. I found a Montgomery Wards catalog from 1967 on eBay and the guy who is selling it is helping me identify the boat. If it's listed I'll upload all the info for others to use as well.
Who manufactured tri-hull outboards in the 80s?
Sep 5, 2012 · My dad's old boat (67 - 71 Glasspar tri-hull - not sure of the model) was 16.5 feet with an outboard 60 horse. we fit 6 easily with 2 back to back seats and the open bow. It was super stable and was great for fishing in "skinny water" I …
What boats don't have wood in the hull? - iboats Boating Forums
Aug 7, 2009 · I know I'm going to anger the purists. I've had a number of boats - VIP, Proline, Glastron, Thunderbird - all have had rot issues. Frankly, I'm really tired of dealing with it. I finally replaced my transom in the VIP with coosa board and it …