HotRod wrote:

I'm currently looking at a 30' single hull of shore HULL ONLY that someone
it town just wants to get out of their driveway. The Hull has been sitting
for 5 years but the only problems seem to be the clear coat on the boat
peeling. Since this boat does not currently have any engines or drives I'm
wondering what my options might be? The boat is setup for twin Big Block
motors however Since nothing is in place yet I can do what I like. I'm not
worried about high end speed and the boat will be mostly used in the great
lakes and just getting away from shore and doing some touring and possibly
some skiing. Since I love diesel does this even sound like an option? Other
recommendations.

Obviously like 99% of the world cost is an issue and I will sacrifice speed
for cost, but it would be nice if whatever I install is upgradeable so that
I have the option to pull the motors and tweak them..

THANKS IN ADVANCE, Newbie


Is the transom intact? If so, consider an outboard mount. Check
the cost of engines, new and used, to fit. Consider installation
labour. Can you do it yourself?

Consider the coat of engine /s vs a used boat afloat. Do you want
to spend money to buy a big job that will never pay off, or do you
want to go boating?

Would you consider being the freak with lee boards and a jerry
rigged sail? An A frame, forestay and backstay can sail, if you
don't mind looking like a goof who has worked out the secret of the
universe and low fuel costs.

Terry K