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Believe me! Don't hesitate to think that an Armstrong positive flotation bracket hasn't been explored.

Nice slight of hand! Or GPS screen in this case. Actually many don't realize how close to shore the Tuna grounds are here on the Gulf Coast. It just depends where you launch from. If you don't mind trailering to Venice, Louisiana (2 1/2 hours from my house) you can be at the edge of the...

DaveS When I am not running my part time charter business, I have to make a real living (Insurance, retirement, etc.) in the medical field. In my position in the hospital I deal with students all the time. When they ask me how to do something, I generally tell them all the ways to "Skin the...

Sounds Great! And when I finish exploring all the angles I might call to see if the offer is still available! (But I know if you snooze, you lose) Right now I am still in the exploration phase taking in all of the valued opinions from this site. Trying not to jump at an idea that will either...

How many RPM's are you turning? What pitch prop? Aluminum, Composite, Stainless Steel? My 16 cruiser is running top speed 27 mph (confirmed by 2 GPS systems on board) with the 98 Honda BF 50 with hydrofoil, 2 batteries, 24 gallons of fuel, 48 quart ice chest (1/4 full), case of water, 2...

LOL !!! :lol: That would be a sight to see! (Anyone good at Photo Shop?) But really, the whole twin thing has to do with running out to some of the rigs and well heads chasing a few Snapper and Amber Jacks (locally called the Close in Rigs). Like to be self sufficient and a kicker really...

Sea Wolf, you pretty much described the plan that I have. Explore, Drool a little, and see if the fascination goes away. Along with clear level head thinking, but it's me we are talking about! As for the lift, I am getting a drive on dock to place parallel to my existing dock. Down here in...

Already moved the battery under the passengers seat (just didn't like it aft). Installed a second with A B switch and isolator (duel onboard charger pending). I expressed the concept to the Boss (Wife, Admiral, First Mate, etc. :wink: ) and this weekend, after cruising around Back Bay Biloxi...

LOL @ Matt's response! :lol: But unfortunately I go by the book so since the factory sticker says 55Hp I won't cross that threshold. I want to put twin 30's on the boat so bad I can taste it! There is not rhyme or reason to that statement, I just want to do it bad! Macho, Ego, whatever you...

WOW! $750 quote! The way I see it I can pay for an upholstery course at the local community college, buy the materials, use the wife's sewing machine, and still make a profit at that price.

I was wondering why the C Dory manufacturer never changed the power rating on the 16 Cruiser. From what I have read the vessel easily calculates into the 60 hp range per the Coast Guard calculation table. And with some manufacturers, there isn't much weight difference between a 50 and a 60.

Thanks! I found a guy not too far from the house. Once I get an estimate, I will compare with your reference in Mobile. Thanks again to everyone!

Thanks for the info! Looks like I need to visit the marine upholster in my area. Doesn't hurt to ask, and you never know when someone has something you are looking for laying around their garage collecting dust. Just waiting for the right person to ask if they want to sell!

I am trying to see if there is a place to purchase (new or used) a fast back cover for my 16 cruiser. I am not sure if I am calling it by the correct name. I have the full canvas enclosure (tent type enclosure for lack of a better word) I am looking for the one that goes back at an angle. It was...

We put over on Saturday and spent most of the weekend Cruising Back Bay Biloxi. We stopped to eat at several of the waterfront (Accessible by boat with docking) restaurants, fished a little and explored around Deer Island. All in all it was a stellar weekend, couldn't have asked for better...

Checking for leaks is wise! You can have the system pressure tested for leaks in the same manor a plumber will check a house system (except at lower pressures in a gas system). Most of the time, it is just the “odor” that permeates through the tank. All plastic tanks have odor permeation. It...

I live in Gulfport, MS and I had to drive up to Kansas City, Kansas on 4th of July weekend to get my 16 cruiser. Thought about getting a survey and having the boat shipped, but decided it would be best to go check it out myself.

Yes they will fit with room to spare. Don't get the swim/ladder platform. Go with the Pole type ladder access (can't remember the name, but the bracket is mounted and the pole/ladder can be stored or mounted upright when not in use. Port and Starboard 12 gallon fixed moellar tanks will fit aft...

Thinking out loud! Mercury 50 HP EFI HP/Kw @ Prop 50 / 37 Displacement (L / CID) 60.8 / 995 Bore and Stroke (in / mm) 2.56 x 2.95in 65 x 75mm Gearcase Ratio 1.83:1 Dry Weight * Lightest model available 247lbs / 112kg Mercury 25 HP EFI HP/Kw @ Prop 25 / 18.6 Displacement (L / CID) 32.1 /...

Don't want to hijack your post but; Marc, if I do get to the point of repowering I would like to give you a call. Don't get me wrong there are a lot of great "Dealers" over here on the MS Coast, but I would only trust my C Dory to someone who is very use to the quirks of the "Breed" (balsa core).