I appreciate both responses.
I would like to use the boat for fun mostly, cruising on Ontario
lakes, water skiing, perhaps pulling a tube with the kids. I'm hoping
to be able to fit 6-7 people on board and be able to pull a skier with
3 people on board.
What size of boat/engine and engine type (I/O or outboard) should I be
looking for? I'm hoping to spend US 12K max w/trailer. Any help would
be appreciated...

martin