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We are planning a trip to the lower Chesapeake Bay through Dismal Swamp Canal and cruise the Outer Banks. Has anyone done this trip and have any suggestions? When is the best time to go to avoid the black flies? Any advice would be appreciated - thanks - Bill J

I plan to drive from Dallas to Salt Lake City on my way to Seattle this fall and could use some advice on which route. Is it better to go through Denver or Albuquerque? Would snow or ice be an issue in late october/ early november. Thanks for any advice - Bill J

To those of you who have had time to experience the airhead toilets, what is the verdict? Has anyone had problems and switched back to the flush toilet with macerator and holding tank? Am considering which toilet system to have installed in a new boat and any suggestions would be appreciated...

Has anyone experienced any problem after repeatedly immersing electric over hydraulic brakes in salt water? Any problem if not launching in fresh water? thanks for the help - bill j

I am considering the same (purchasing a CD-25) and have been reading about the new Ford F-150 eco-boost with towing rating of 11,300 lbs and good torque. Anyone with experience here?? thanks - bill j

I have been speaking with Les regarding the new 25 ft marinaut boat construction and it looks mighty good to me. He has sent me plans and construction details and I can tell from the internet that the 21 ft boat has a good reputation. My question is whether it is wise to buy from the first...

Greg - my wife and I will be traveling from Texas to visit Seattle in early Feb (2-4) for the boat show (specifically to look at C-Dorys). If your boat is still available at that time, we would like to stop by and see it. How far are you from the boat show? Thanks - Bill Johnston (cell...

that is an interesting response to factory installation of the cabin windows. i recently inquired if i could get two windows installed by the factory in the cabin of a 25 ft cruiser and they said no problem. you might check directly with the factory. good luck - bill

I am interested in purchasing a 25ft Cruiser and wonder about the towing weight on the road. The dealer says that boat, 2 engines, fuel, water, and trailer will weigh about 5,000 lbs. I have also heard 8,000lbs. Could say a Ford F-150 5.0L V8 145" wheelbase 360hp with towing package safely move...

I hope to buy a 25 ft cruiser for use around the country but mostly in the south which means I need to add an A/C unit. But I also wish to travel on the inside passage which means I probably need a dinghy and radar. Any suggestions on how to mount radar, A/C, and dinghy on the top? Too much...