Recent content by Big Ed

thedude I'd really rather not buy someone elses troubles with used boats/engines. I know new isn't a guarantee I won't have any troubles but at least I'd have somewhat of a warranty to fall back on. my thoughts were get the alweld 1648 with the 25hp Yamaha and if we end up going fishing a lot...

thanks fellas and keep the opinions coming please. I'd love to have a 1652 or 1656 but that would pretty much necessitate me moving up to at least a 40hp engine. I'm trying to stay around $12k. thanks, Big Ed

good morning fellas my first post here so if in the wrong sub forum mods please move to where this ? will get the most responses. anywho, I'm in the market for a 16' stable,wide fishing boat for me and my (2) sons ages 13 and 7 so standing up bass fishing is a must therefore my future boats #1...