Terrierman Posted January 6, 2020 Posted January 6, 2020 1 hour ago, fishinwrench said: A 16 will float shallower, but the benefit of a 16 over a 14 is more than just an inch of draft. IMO the only reason to own a Jon boat smaller than a 16' is if you want to haul it in the back of your truck instead of on a trailer. But you still can't do that with a 1442 Resale value is greater on a 16 and they sell fast when you are ready to unload it. 14 footers are hard to sell when you choose to upgrade (and you WILL), you're gonna take a beating on it. They're a dime a dozen on CL, and you won't have to race anyone to get to it first. There's a reason for that. Great advice. Plus you can haul enough camping gear in a 16 to actually enjoy a float trip. And a second person comfortably and safely.
drew03cmc Posted January 6, 2020 Author Posted January 6, 2020 3 hours ago, fishinwrench said: A 16 will float shallower, but the benefit of a 16 over a 14 is more than just an inch of draft. IMO the only reason to own a Jon boat smaller than a 16' is if you want to haul it in the back of your truck instead of on a trailer. But you still can't do that with a 1442 Resale value is greater on a 16 and they sell fast when you are ready to unload it. 14 footers are hard to sell when you choose to upgrade (and you WILL), you're gonna take a beating on it. They're a dime a dozen on CL, and you won't have to race anyone to get to it first. There's a reason for that. I try not to buy anything with resale in mind as my goal isn't to move it immediately. I'd probably only use it on rivers a few times a year, so a jet, while nice, would be a luxury. Is a jet feasible for use in lakes for fishing? What's the used value of a 25/40? Our best local lake has a 25 horse max is why I'd be set at 25. Is that enough for a 1642 or 48 to get on plane? Andy
fishinwrench Posted January 6, 2020 Posted January 6, 2020 19 minutes ago, drew03cmc said: 4 hours ago, fishinwrench said: I try not to buy anything with resale in mind as my goal isn't to move it immediately Even if your goal isn't to immediately flip it, keeping resale value in mind is advisable unless you just have money to burn.....which you obviously don't. 19 minutes ago, drew03cmc said: Is a jet feasible for use in lakes for fishing? On a jon boat? Sure. 19 minutes ago, drew03cmc said: What's the used value of a 25/40? You ain't concerned about resale value, so what difference does it make? It's worth whatever you wanna pay for it. 19 minutes ago, drew03cmc said: Our best local lake has a 25 horse max is why I'd be set at 25. Is that enough for a 1642 or 48 to get on plane? A 42 Yes. A 48 still yes...but a 35+ would be better. My most favorite boat that I've ever had, and I kick myself everytime I think about it, for selling it, was a Lowe 1652 Olympic Jon with a 35 Evinrude. God I miss that boat !
fishinwrench Posted January 7, 2020 Posted January 7, 2020 22 minutes ago, Basfis said: Crazy amount of top end for that little bitty gearcase. Suzuki 4-stroke ? 🙄 😁
drew03cmc Posted January 7, 2020 Author Posted January 7, 2020 1 hour ago, fishinwrench said: Even if your goal isn't to immediately flip it, keeping resale value in mind is advisable unless you just have money to burn.....which you obviously don't. On a jon boat? Sure. You ain't concerned about resale value, so what difference does it make? It's worth whatever you wanna pay for it. A 42 Yes. A 48 still yes...but a 35+ would be better. My most favorite boat that I've ever had, and I kick myself everytime I think about it, for selling it, was a Lowe 1652 Olympic Jon with a 35 Evinrude. God I miss that boat ! I like your thinking here. I'd love to pick your brain about boats and motors. Do you keep bankers hours? If so, I may swing out there one day and holler if you had time. Andy
fishinwrench Posted January 7, 2020 Posted January 7, 2020 There isn't much left to pick, I've pretty much spilled all that's worth anything about Jon boats. You've got me wanting to sell my bass boat and buy another Lowe Olympic now. I already have a motor, controls, and TM for it, just need a hull and trailer.
Basfis Posted January 7, 2020 Posted January 7, 2020 35 minutes ago, fishinwrench said: Crazy amount of top end for that little bitty gearcase. Suzuki 4-stroke ? 🙄 😁 Honda BF40. Like Swiss watch fishinwrench 1
Basfis Posted January 7, 2020 Posted January 7, 2020 In hindsight, maybe more of a seiko considering it’s heritage.... just quietly does it’s job every time. Pinnacle of carburetors
fishinwrench Posted January 7, 2020 Posted January 7, 2020 https://www-businesstimes-com-sg.cdn.ampproject.org/v/s/www.businesstimes.com.sg/consumer/swiss-made-is-a-joke-says-homegrown-maker-of-low-cost-watches?amp_js_v=a2&_gsa=1&&usqp=mq331AQCKAE%3D#aoh=15783608162771&referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com&_tf=From %1%24s&share=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.businesstimes.com.sg%2Fconsumer%2Fswiss-made-is-a-joke-says-homegrown-maker-of-low-cost-watches Basfis 1
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