first boat

[Riggerdave]

Hey guys,<br /><br />Just found this board. Looks like lots of good info here. So I have a question...<br /><br />Looking at a 1997 20 Renken Seamaster walk around with a chevy I/O. About 300 hours on it. Any thoughts. Guy only wants 14k for it. Seems kind of cheap compared to others this size.<br /><br />Also, I have a 97 Dakota 2wd. Think that I will have any toubles at the ramp?<br /><br />Any inputs from you all out there would be greatly appreciated.<br /><br />Thanks in advance,<br />Dave

 

[rogerwa]

Re: first boat

My guess is that it has a 3.0l engine in it. If so, a 20ft boat with that motor would be underpowered and may not serve your needs. <br /><br />Compare this to a 20ft boat with a 135hp OB, except that the outboard weighs 200lbs more than normal.<br /><br />Just something to consider..

 

[FlyBoyMark]

Re: first boat

14 k and 5 years old? What did it cost new....then figure 20% per year depreciaiton...anotherwords, unless its a REAL CREAM PUFF pay only 20% of its ORIGINAL cost..........

 

[DJ]

Re: first boat

riggerdave,<br /><br />What type of I/O-Volvo or Merc?<br /><br />4 cyl., V-6 or V-8?<br /><br />Your Dakota may be a little light, especially on a launch ramp with 2WD. I would expect this boat, engine trailer package to exceed 5000 pounds easily. Your Dakota would need the 3.9 V-6 and the full trailer tow package at a minimum, even then-borderline.