On Tue, 31 Oct 2006 20:51:17 -0500, Wayne.B
wrote:

On Tue, 31 Oct 2006 17:49:33 -0600, Vic Smith
wrote:

Does fouling occur when the boat is used daily?

Without anti fouling paint? Absolutely.

Is the first coating there on a new boat, or will I have to do it
straight off?
What's a ballpark figure for having it done on a 20-foot CS?
How long does a good coating last?

My next step is to call my State Farm insurance agent and see if they
will insure a boat used and stored in Florida.

Frankly you would be better off with a marine policy from someone like
Boat US.

I'll call them tomorrow. Thanks.

I keep wanting a bigger boat. I started thinking a 16' Carolina Skiff
would do, but I'm up to a 19' DLX in just one day.
What's that all about?

After a windy day on Pt Charlotte Harbor you will want a 35'. 16 is
too small unless you stay in the canals.

I'll have to live with it or stay home on windy days. My wallet isn't
too fat. 15k complete will be pushing it.

Same with motors. From 30hp 2-stroke to 50hp Honda in one day.
Curious.

Get something close to the maximum the boat is rated for. You won't
regret it.

I wish I could, but maybe in another life. I'm not interested in
speed, but want the most fuel efficient rig I can get with a modicum
of comfort for 4 fishermen. I don't care if others are passing me on
the way in or out. I haven't even begun looking at and pricing them
yet. I have a lot to learn, but I do know my spending limits.

Thanks,

--Vic