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Old 02-21-2003 | 07:03 AM
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I'll keep my eyes open..... I want to find a 32 with the split bolsters and check out the cabin... I'm in no rush.... Once all this dammed snow melts.... we're going to put up a new garage to store the next boat.... Was planning on 26x40x10 with a 9' door... I know the Sonic's measurement, I'll have to put a measure on that 32 just to be sure.....
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Old 02-22-2003 | 06:36 PM
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AT builds so few boats to keep the quaility and workmanship amazing; that there are not many sitting on dealer floors built for spec. I will probably be corrected here, but I was told if you order a 37 AVH now, it will still take a few months for them to start on it. That is not a bad thing. There are several 32' ATs in VA. I can probably help you out on finding one to take a peak at. If you want, PM me. Mark House, aka Skater on OSO, is a huge pusher of AT, with his 37 AVH. Mark lives in Culpepper, VA, and I am sure he can show you a thing or two.

I have also heard the rumor All Pro will be picking up AT soon as well. Frank Marchone is top notch. I bought my boat from him, and would buy another in a heartbeat. Not sure what happened with OP in Grasonville, but I like everyone.

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Old 02-22-2003 | 09:33 PM
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East Coast B.......Your building is not large enough for a 37
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Old 02-23-2003 | 07:20 AM
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I agree, a 37 will not fit..... We're looking at the 31-32' boat range. If I didn't have to tow, we would be looking at the 35-38' range..... It's all so confusing!!!!
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Old 02-23-2003 | 08:14 AM
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East Coast B, just add another 5' to your length dim., this way if you ever have to upgrade to a 37-38 boat on the trailer you would be covered, a safe 43'.6" is what is needed for my 37 with swim platform on the trailer when I built my garage, thanks Jeff
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Old 02-23-2003 | 09:26 AM
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Correct me if I'm wrong here, but AT only has reps, not dealers. You won't find new ones sitting on showroom floors anywhere in the country. This is what keeps them unique.
If you want a new one, you spec it out the way you want it, and they will build it for you, or you can find a nice used one.
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Old 02-23-2003 | 04:58 PM
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Originally posted by East Coast B
I agree, a 37 will not fit..... We're looking at the 31-32' boat range. If I didn't have to tow, we would be looking at the 35-38' range..... It's all so confusing!!!!
I tow my 37........So far just between Florida and Lake Cumberland, but I have towed it about 5,000 miles so far. It's really not that big of a deal. Sure, your as long a semi, but any diesel powere pickup can tow a 37 AVH with little problem. Go ahead and add the extra length to the building. I would make it 45' so you can service the the drives......or just look at them during the Winter

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Old 02-23-2003 | 05:15 PM
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It's more the cost of going to an upper 30's foot boat..... I'd have to take the money from the truck and trailer to pay for the bigger boat.... That's what I mean by not having to tow.... I have to buy bigger pants to get bigger pockets of money!!! I'd love to get into the big boys.... but we're expecting financially only to touch the 6 figure price for a 31-32' boat.... that's about as far as we can strech it.... Thanks for your thoughts..... 37's.... you guys are lucky!!! I'm envious!!!! Will this winter ever end????
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Old 02-23-2003 | 06:39 PM
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eastcoast,

I am sure you will be real happy with the 32. It is a perfect size boat for where you/we are. It will handle the water just great and be a bunch easier to tow than the 37. I would consider building a larger garage though if you have the room.

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Old 02-23-2003 | 06:40 PM
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Originally posted by Sydwayz
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I have also heard the rumor All Pro will be picking up AT soon as well. Frank Marchone is top notch. I bought my boat from him, and would buy another in a heartbeat. Not sure what happened with OP in Grasonville, but I like everyone. [/B]
Where did you hear this information?
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