opinions please
Submitted by fisherking on Thu, 2011-06-09 16:21
I would like your opinions on this package please.,
Mainly river use & the Sounds
http://yachthub.com/brokers/bcity/slides.php?de=52105&img=0
Thanks
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Rig
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not working
link not working for me mate
fisherking
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try again
Try again. Maybe I got it this time
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hlokk
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(Semi)direct link:
(Semi)direct link: http://www.boatcity.com.au/pages/preownedindex.htm (then click the 6th image down for full info).
Stessco catcher deluxe 445.
Is that the one you mean? The 445 seems same price as the 420 though?
fisherking
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That's the one. The 420 is
That's the one. The 420 is the one I'm thinking.
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hlokk
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New? Second hand? From the
New? Second hand? From the site it appears they are the same price, so not sure why you wouldnt go a 445 in that case (but not all need that big). The link is there direct site so you can call them to get prices on each one (just nominate a motor). Will give you the starting point at least.
As for the specific models, not sure, but I have a similar tinny to the 420 which gets me a fair few places, and would be good for the river/sound/5 fathom/inshore areas, etc. I got mine secondhand though.
Nickjg
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Perfect
Perfect for river fishing and would be fine in the sound on calm days, what size motor has it got?
Everydays a good day for fishing
Reefmonkey
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more balls:)
if thats the one your after, upgarde to atleast a 30hp. My 4.2 is lighter than those boats and i know i would have been disappointed if i had of settled for a 25hp. Even with a 30 still wish i had a little more top end power.
Dave J.
fisherking
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Comes with a 25hp for a
Comes with a 25hp for a little over $10,000. Can up grade to a 30hp for $320 or a 40hp for about $800.
Really dont want a bigger boat, I need to be able to store it & haven't got much room.
After looking on Gumtree & stuff they seem pretty cheap. Just dont wanna buy a pig!!
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glastronomic
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Neighbour over the road is
Neighbour over the road is trading in this
one 4.4mtr with all the fruit including a current 50HP Yamaha, centre console, fully decked out, traveling custom made cover, etc.etc. very shortly.
You would be able to get it easily for what you want to spend and all the fitouts have been done incl. radios, bimini etc etc, all the things that add up
Seems it could suit your wishes well.
I have no interest in this boat but he is my neighbour
PJAY
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hi fisherking........it is
hi fisherking........it is always daunting buying a boat and most of us have been at where you are now. firstly look at the boat, is it going to meet all your needs if so then that decision is made. A 3mm hull in a tinny is a good start. Think also about the cost of add ons ie; canopy $500, basic sounder $300 - 400, nav lights (removable) $50, seats etc etc.....
The heart of any boat is the motor. the motor on the back of that tinny looks like the yamaha CV25, cv meaning citizen value. there is little difference between that and the 30hp...they are the same motor. the CV is a no frills 2 stroke, mix your own fuel motor but is also very reliable and can be electric and pull start. Either motor will push the boat along well and a 40hp would make it fly.
If you are set on a tinny i would talk to the site sponsors and the reputable dealers to see what they have on offer in perhaps a near new or little used second hand rig where all the setup cost has been met by the previous owner will be a better option? I am sure your dream is waiting for you out there. good luck on your final decision.
The Kimberley....perfect one day and more perfect the next!!!
PJAY
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hi fisherking........it is
hi fisherking........it is always daunting buying a boat and most of us have been at where you are now. firstly look at the boat, is it going to meet all your needs if so then that decision is made. A 3mm hull in a tinny is a good start. Think also about the cost of add ons ie; canopy $500, basic sounder $300 - 400, nav lights (removable) $50, seats etc etc.....
The heart of any boat is the motor. the motor on the back of that tinny looks like the yamaha CV25, cv meaning citizen value. there is little difference between that and the 30hp...they are the same motor. the CV is a no frills 2 stroke, mix your own fuel motor but is also very reliable and can be electric and pull start. Either motor will push the boat along well and a 40hp would make it fly.
If you are set on a tinny i would talk to the site sponsors and the reputable dealers to see what they have on offer in perhaps a near new or little used second hand rig where all the setup cost has been met by the previous owner will be a better option? I am sure your dream is waiting for you out there. good luck on your final decision.
The Kimberley....perfect one day and more perfect the next!!!
fisherking
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Thanks PJAY.All worth
Thanks PJAY.
All worth considering, although I am able to do the extras myself, it still incures added costs. My only worry buying a 2nd hand is the motor, ( I have been burned before). As mentioned before it seems a good package with a 3yr warranty on the motor. I think it's that peace of mind that attracts me to a new package.
Dean.
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PJAY
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still pays to look
still pays to look around......there may be that 12 month old tinny out there....still with warranty....just waiting for you...i got burned with my first brand new boat from a reputable maker..........8 warranty claims including major structural work and a split in the keel.....finally replaced the entire hull free of charge and i never had an ounce of trouble with that identical hull......so the lemons are out there??
The Kimberley....perfect one day and more perfect the next!!!
PJAY
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Date Joined: 12/05/09
still pays to look
still pays to look around......there may be that 12 month old tinny out there....still with warranty....just waiting for you...i got burned with my first brand new boat from a reputable maker..........8 warranty claims including major structural work and a split in the keel.....finally replaced the entire hull free of charge and i never had an ounce of trouble with that identical hull......so the lemons are out there??
The Kimberley....perfect one day and more perfect the next!!!