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by VirtualHuck
Fri Jan 26, 2024 3:54 pm
Forum: Aluminum Boats For Sale
Topic: Toured and Amazing and Unique Boat For Sale
Replies: 3
Views: 3608

Re: Toured and Amazing and Unique Boat For Sale

Just a quick update (see bottom, may consider selling): I ended up buying the boat last fall (2023) and piloted it across Lake Erie to Buffalo, then through the entire Erie Canal, and finally up the Hudson/Champlain Canal to Lake Champlain (South Hero VT is home port).   I had no idea of how deep th...
by VirtualHuck
Tue Feb 21, 2023 9:49 am
Forum: Aluminum Boats For Sale
Topic: Toured and Amazing and Unique Boat For Sale
Replies: 3
Views: 3608

Re: Toured and Amazing and Unique Boat For Sale

That was/is definitely a consideration. I had focused on changing to pod drives (there are already access ports above the props at the top of the tunnels above the waterline) inside a low clearance area below the rear sole. I had also thought about changing to electric motors and running them with a...
by VirtualHuck
Tue Feb 21, 2023 8:32 am
Forum: Aluminum Boats For Sale
Topic: Toured and Amazing and Unique Boat For Sale
Replies: 3
Views: 3608

Toured and Amazing and Unique Boat For Sale

Summary: Built-like a tank, self righting, aluminum hull shallow draft, semi-displacement, beachable, low air-draft boat, with reasonably fuel consumption, bulletproof engines,  a few davit/winch setups, that is on Lake Eerie (on the Great Loop path, so can get anywhere in the Eastern US/Canada), an...
by VirtualHuck
Tue Nov 03, 2020 2:24 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Identifying a Boat- Long Shot
Replies: 4
Views: 5942

Re: Identifying a Boat- Long Shot

Thanks so much for replying. I sent them an email and will let you know if I hear anything back. -Huckle
by VirtualHuck
Fri Oct 30, 2020 4:06 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Identifying a Boat- Long Shot
Replies: 4
Views: 5942

Identifying a Boat- Long Shot

I was in Ketchikan Alaska in the spring of 2018 and saw an amazing boat that I hoped to find more information on. I poked around a bit and didn't get anywhere. I did find this cool site that shows you what vessels are actively sailing: https://www.marinetraffic.com/, but this boat hasn't been on it ...
by VirtualHuck
Fri Apr 15, 2016 2:28 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Aluminum Type and Flotation Question
Replies: 12
Views: 9366

Re: Aluminum Type and Flotation Question

Thanks again for all the great suggestions and input. I did order a snap-in canvas square for under the center windshield. I'll probably weld up an aluminum door once I lose the canvas piece :-). The prop recommended by the dealer is a 13.25" diameter, 17 degree pitch (3 blades). I have no idea...
by VirtualHuck
Thu Apr 14, 2016 3:23 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Aluminum Type and Flotation Question
Replies: 12
Views: 9366

Re: Aluminum Type and Flotation Question

I think the Predator was 20' and $26,000 USD w/ 90HP Yamaha ready to go (gas, and outfitting). You can see what they have in inventory with this link (generally keep it current from my understanding) http://marina.ca/boats/?make=stanley. I like the dual console (very different from the Islander I'm ...
by VirtualHuck
Mon Apr 11, 2016 12:06 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Aluminum Type and Flotation Question
Replies: 12
Views: 9366

Re: Aluminum Type and Flotation Question

Pictures (heavily reduced file sizes, let me know if you want more detail on any shot): 20160407_114439-01.jpg Weld Gaps 20160407_120939-01.jpg Transom- Does the motor seem too low? 20160407_120945-01.jpg Transom- Does the motor seem too low? IMG_2441-01.jpg Dash IMG_2442-01.jpg Dash IMG_2450-01.jpg...
by VirtualHuck
Sun Apr 10, 2016 9:16 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Aluminum Type and Flotation Question
Replies: 12
Views: 9366

Re: Aluminum Type and Flotation Question

Not sure how helpful this is as I'm not nearly as experienced as many on this forum. If you are interested in a Stanley boat, I had a very good experience with both the dealer and the boat this past weekend. I went to demo an Islander 19, which is a welded 3/16 hull (1/4" on 21 and 23 versions)...
by VirtualHuck
Sat Apr 09, 2016 6:48 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Aluminum Type and Flotation Question
Replies: 12
Views: 9366

Re: Aluminum Type and Flotation Question

Thanks, that was helpful.
by VirtualHuck
Fri Apr 08, 2016 1:28 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Aluminum Type and Flotation Question
Replies: 12
Views: 9366

Aluminum Type and Flotation Question

Hello, I took out a Stanley Islander 19' dual console boat with a Yamaha F115 yesterday on the St. Lawrence river in 20 mph winds with light rain and snow. The boat handled the chop really well, and the canvas enclosure made it a fairly warm and comfortable (compared to being exposed :-) ). I'm happ...
by VirtualHuck
Fri Apr 01, 2016 11:42 am
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Demoing Boat, Looking For Feedback
Replies: 7
Views: 6576

Re: Demoing Boat, Looking For Feedback

Ha, always 2' too small!
by VirtualHuck
Fri Apr 01, 2016 11:13 am
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Demoing Boat, Looking For Feedback
Replies: 7
Views: 6576

Re: Demoing Boat, Looking For Feedback

@ Wantry- They have a 20' Predator ($33,395), and two Pulsecrafts 22' ($66,980) and 24' ($74,968) on their Web site (http://marina.ca/boats/?make=stanley). Prices are in CAD, so multiply those number times .77 for approximate US price. Their site might not be updated, so no guarantees. I'm dealing w...
by VirtualHuck
Fri Apr 01, 2016 6:38 am
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Demoing Boat, Looking For Feedback
Replies: 7
Views: 6576

Re: Demoing Boat, Looking For Feedback

Thanks Chaps. The 19' is actually 3/16", but moving to the 21' is 1/4". My concern is mostly repeated beaching on chunky gravel shores (walking it in), is 3/16" fine, or do I stretch my budget and the size I want in order to get the 1/4" with the 21'? Also, just curious about sug...
by VirtualHuck
Thu Mar 31, 2016 9:16 pm
Forum: Alloy Boat Forum
Topic: Demoing Boat, Looking For Feedback
Replies: 7
Views: 6576

Demoing Boat, Looking For Feedback

I really appreciate everyone on this forum and all the combined knowledge. I'm driving about 5 hours to a marina near Ottawa to test drive an aluminum dual console boat next week, and am hoping to get some thoughts/feedback on the boat, and things I should ask about or look for when up there test dr...
by VirtualHuck
Wed Mar 30, 2016 12:05 pm
Forum: Aluminum Boats For Sale
Topic: 36' all welded aluminum boat - $75000 (Addisson , VT)
Replies: 11
Views: 10560

36' all welded aluminum boat - $75000 (Addisson , VT)

Found on Vermont Craig's List. Don't see too many boats like this in VT! https://vermont.craigslist.org/boa/5492315755.html 36' all welded aluminum boat - $75000 (Addisson , VT) This is a 36' by 10'6", all welded aluminum boat, beam 10'6" with 2 Honda 225 HP, four stroke. 200 hours on engi...
by VirtualHuck
Wed May 06, 2015 3:26 pm
Forum: Post Manufacturer Links here
Topic: A place to post your LINKS
Replies: 16
Views: 55933

Re: A place to post your LINKS

No personal affiliation. I have just have been following Conrad Yachts for a while, and Xtaero has a connection with Conrad Yachts. http://www.conradyachts.com/ Kits and more, based in North Vancouver, B.C http://www.xtaeroboats.com 22' Pilot house is primary product. "We are a Seattle, WA base...
by VirtualHuck
Tue Apr 14, 2015 10:19 am
Forum: Aluminum Boats For Sale
Topic: Winninghoff
Replies: 1
Views: 3482

Re: Winninghoff

EDIT: Ignore my post below. I realized I got carried away thinking about something that doesn't really make sense. I also got a response from the seller that the boat is basically sold. Thanks -Huckle Any feedback or thoughts on this boat? It would be a bit over-kill for me. Primarily on Lake Champ...
by VirtualHuck
Tue Mar 10, 2015 3:33 pm
Forum: Aluminum Boats For Sale
Topic: 28' Aluminum Landing Craft In Alaska- Gov. Auction
Replies: 1
Views: 4048

28' Aluminum Landing Craft In Alaska- Gov. Auction

8' Aluminum Landing Craft In Alaska- Gov. Auction Not sure what to say about this boat, but just in case someone is interested: http://www.govliquidation.com/auction/view?auctionId=9074603&convertTo=USD Description: Aluminum boat with front loading ramp. Boat dimensions: 28ft long x 9ft beam. Ra...