So, im new on here....thinking about my first boat

[93civEJ1]

which boat were u talking about for the 500 more or less? the flat bottom 42 wide one?

boat of them look very clean...i just mainly want something the gf will feel comfortable riding on...and maybe something I can eventually deck and carpet and maybe stand on at some point. She def didnt feel any bit of comfort on the 1232...neither did I really...maybe its because of where the seats are positioned, or how high they sit on the boat I currently have.

 

[Good Ol Sarge]

You can always ask the seller to demo and let you see it on the water before you buy it. That way you can get a feel of what you are comfortable with.

 

[nathanielrthomas]

The 1442 w/ the 18HP youre talking about...The engine would happen to be a Nissan or Tohatsu would it? Is the boat in the Memphis Area?

 

[93civEJ1]

The 1442 w/ the 18HP youre talking about...The engine would happen to be a Nissan or Tohatsu would it? Is the boat in the Memphis Area?

nope...its actually in another state.

 

[nathanielrthomas]

Not to beat a dead horse, but I have a 1448, and for your situation, I would recommend the same. I have mine decked all the way to the top of the gunnels, and I can jump up and down on the edge of the deck/gunnels and I cannot ge the boat close to flipping. Im 205lbs, and I could break dance up there if I knew how. Another cool thing about a 1448(or 1548 or 1648 for that matter) is the rear deck is right at 6' wide, and thats plenty enough room for the girlfriend to stretch out in the sun. My girlfriend loves mine.

There are a few pics of mine in the link below:

https://www.tinboats.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=21&t=12719&hilit=1448

And if your wondering, I have about $2500 in mine now that I have a 25HP Evinrude on the back. She'll will really scoot at 30MPH. IMO, I think a wider, shorter boat is the best for new boaters. I have my sea legs(US Navy), but you couldnt pay me to fish out of a boat less than 40" wide. Its just not enjoyable if you cant relax and feel comfortable.

 

[fender66]

Im 205lbs, and I could break dance up there if I knew how

Okay....now I want to see you try this one. Video please :LOL2:

 

[nathanielrthomas]

Im 205lbs, and I could break dance up there if I knew how

Okay....now I want to see you try this one. Video please :LOL2:

I need you to come show me some moves :LOL2:

 

[93civEJ1]

Im 205lbs, and I could break dance up there if I knew how

Okay....now I want to see you try this one. Video please :LOL2:

I need you to come show me some moves :LOL2:

ur boat looks good...I saw it on the link you posted. I know the one guys is a 1442...but he only came down 75$ yesterday...which is still 75$ more than I could buy it from his CL ad with no trade......i havent wrote or called him back. :roll:

 

[fender66]

Im 205lbs, and I could break dance up there if I knew how

Okay....now I want to see you try this one. Video please :LOL2:

I need you to come show me some moves :LOL2:

Here's everything you need to know.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5L1tr0PIx20&ECID=SEM:Engine:YouTube:Sprint:Echo :LOL2:

 

[93civEJ1]

my thread has now turned gay!

:shock:

 

[nathanielrthomas]

my thread has now turned gay!

:shock:

sorry about that....Things have a tendency to go downhill on any thread where I have made more than few posts :?

 

[93civEJ1]

ah, im jk...I dont care.

But for the topic, the guy randomly wrote me back with the monark 14' that is 42" wide (that flat bottom in the pic) and 18hp and said he would do the cash to make it down to his posted CL ad, but keep his trolling motor (which is fine, cause I have a foot controlled from my current)....I just dunno if 42 would make me happy? I know it would compared to 12' and 32" wide...surely its gotta be somewhat different.

but....would the better deal be the flat bottom, or trading for the V-bottom with seats? Thanks

I like the looks of flat bottoms better and figure they are probably easier to mod...im just looking for stability.

 

[93civEJ1]

so it looks like I may be going to look at that 1442 tomorrow and trading mine toward it, but keeping my trolling motor and stuff. Do you guys think I will notice much difference between the 1442 compared to the 1232?

 

[93civEJ1]

ok, so I spoke too soon. After us planning all day to meet tomorrow and stuff, when he tells me to call him tonight to finish setting up meeting for tomorrow, suddenly someone has came buy and gave him the CL amount in cash, and he had no idea they were coming, etc. it may be true, but I dunno...I almost wanna call BS...could be honest though.

I also got ripped off on a tail light for my truck today, and trying to fight that with ebay. i recieved an item, that was never described as broken...I get the tail light to replace my broke one on my truck, and its another broke one...so now the guy is all upset and irritated because i got mad that it wasnt stated or pictured anywhere about it being broken...some people are just really lame to do business with sometimes. :?

 

[BloodStone]

To start off...I have never had a boat before, but I love to fish. I think its time that I let my 01 motocross bike go in hopes of finding a decent little fishing rig. It looks like my 01 is worth around 1250$ for what the books say. Is this a good amount I can find a decent little start up boat? what all should I look for? I wouldnt mind doing a project one, but I would like to at least find one that I can use this season, and then work on it in the off season. Thoughts?

Welcome! And Hell yes, you should be able to find a nice project boat (maybe more) on ole' CL for that amount of money! Not bragging mind you, but I see & find deals all the time on CL for boats, parts etc.. In fact, Yesterday I just picked up a nice little 15' Monark Bass boat on a great trailer with a 45hp OB for roughly $200.00. Just got to be patient, know what you want & then when it comes up for sale at a great price on CL you have to immediately pounce, like a Dingo on a wounded prey. If you procrastinate you lose-simple as that. Good luck & happy hunting!

 

[93civEJ1]

yeah, I keep eyeing. I keep fearing though, the more time wasted and summer comes, the more prices will increase. I have had lots of calls on mine, and people wanting to see it, but its crazy how many back out or never call again etc. I have a guy keep contacting me today wanting to come here in a little while and check it out. Hopefully ill be able to find another one asap if this one sells. Im anxious to have one ready to go out when I am!

 

[93civEJ1]

well, i meant to post up that my boat sold yesterday morning, so I am on the hunt for my next one! wish me luck

 

[93civEJ1]

well ...i checked out a couple boats lately...but today, i am going to check out a fish/ski boat that is located close to my work....I can get it for a fairly reasonable price, as compared to a aluminum jon boat...

Also, there are a few 4' wide jon boats too that I could get for around the same price...For some reason, I just cant seem to shake the idea of giving the same amount of money for an aluminum boat with nothing in it, compared to a glass boat that can work for fishing, has steering console, comfy seats etc.....

thoughts?

 

[fender66]

It's all a personal preference. Whatever works best for you.

 

[93civEJ1]

true..

what were your reasons for going aluminum boat? I know that u can go in a lot of places you might not be able to with other boats, but what other reasons?