From Cat to Console, a Nor-Tech CC is in my Future
12-17-2014 | 12:24 PM
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With an offer like that I might just allow you to fetch it for me & save me all the driving BUT something tells me that some form of the word SNOW will become the defining factor!
12-17-2014 | 12:26 PM
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Basically I just wasn't getting the use out of the skater. My 2 best boating buddies both had their 1st child, work required more of my time, no one could get the time off to attend events w/ me or they could only fly in so that meant I had to do all the towing solo, there are 2 local lakes but let's face it the Skater wasn't a raft up boat, I got tired of the small cockpit, no ability to get out of the sun & or basic creature comforts. Basically the cat didn't meet my needs & my lifestyle wasn't a good fit for owning just one boat & it being a cat. I spoke w/ OSO member Orthobaumrecently & he said he uses his cat to go for breakfast or an occasional blast down the lake & the cruiser to get out and relax w/ the family. Unfortunately for me I only had one option & that option simply didn't jive w/ my change in boating style / needs. The Skater was a great boat & I enjoyed some great rides in it but as I stated previously in this thread unless I nail the Powerball #'s I'm pretty much going to be a 1 boat, boat owner.
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I've had 4 of them. You get the speed, cabin, etc......best of everything. I too like skaters but they are just go-carts. Awesome, but not too much fun for a day on the lake.
My Eliminator is fast, has a cabin, a/c, wind protection. Still runs 120mph with ilmor power.
12-17-2014 | 12:44 PM
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I know different strokes for different folks but have you ever considered a west coast cat?
I've had 4 of them. You get the speed, cabin, etc......best of everything. I too like skaters but they are just go-carts. Awesome, but not too much fun for a day on the lake.
My Eliminator is fast, has a cabin, a/c, wind protection. Still runs 120mph with ilmor power.
I've had 4 of them. You get the speed, cabin, etc......best of everything. I too like skaters but they are just go-carts. Awesome, but not too much fun for a day on the lake.
My Eliminator is fast, has a cabin, a/c, wind protection. Still runs 120mph with ilmor power.
Like you said different strokes.
12-17-2014 | 01:14 PM
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I'm familiar w/ both Eliminator & DCB but based on my intended use, no I didn't consider them b/c they still don't offer any sun protection underway, they have limited seating, almost zero walk around room, no real exterior lounging area, aren't as rough water capable or as dry & wouldn't be as saltwater friendly as a CC w/ OB's. That's not to say they aren't nice boats that offer amenities other cats don't but a 70+ mph CC will cruise plenty fast enough for the type of boating I plan to do while still offering all the other creature comforts I seek.
Like you said different strokes.
Like you said different strokes.
Find me at a poker run 36' Eliminator Daytona "YOLO"
Unlike a skater the seats are high off the ground, your knees are bent. I have the coupe, you can have a glass roof on and the a/c on while under way if you want. Tons of walk around room. Had 4 girls in the cockpit dancing, huge layout pad. I've used all mine in the salt for the last ten years. My cabin has a/c, flat screen, dvd. You read a lot of bulls*** on the web that's not true. Just like Cig Glads roll over if you look at them.
I did the entire Destin Poker Run last year in my 25' Daytona. http://photos.flpowerboat.com/p94754648
12-17-2014 | 01:23 PM
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I've already owned 2 cats, I don't think you will find many that reason like you do or utilize the boat in the way that you do but it's not a right or wrong just personal preference. Post a pic of your 36 so I know to look for you.
12-17-2014 | 01:36 PM
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Oh yea man, I hear ya. Just throwing it out there. Your nortech is gonna be awesome. I just notice the Florida Power Boat club stuff that there is not much presence of west coast.
12-17-2014 | 01:53 PM
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340 Sport
I'm basically doing a triple 300 build, 12" Garmins, VV7, big stereo, painted console/seat/cooler, fixed rear bench and not a single rod holder on it. If you are down over the holidays I live by the yacht club, shoot me a txt and we can have a beer 705-499-1851. I'll be at the factory Monday and will try to sneak some pics for you....
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12-17-2014 | 02:03 PM
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Sounds like we have similar builds. I reduced the # of cup holders on the back side of the helm seating as well as the # of rod holders behind the rear bench but added 2) combo cup / rod holders in the gunwales for versatility & resale. Obviously they aren't expensive & can be added at any time so I just minimized the qty & opted for NO rocket launchers off the back side of the hardtop.
I won't make it down for the holidays, not really much to see currently but I will give you a shout some time in late Jan once the hull & deck are joined & the boat moves out to the rigging shop. Pics are always appreciated. Feel free to post some of your boat too.
I won't make it down for the holidays, not really much to see currently but I will give you a shout some time in late Jan once the hull & deck are joined & the boat moves out to the rigging shop. Pics are always appreciated. Feel free to post some of your boat too.
12-17-2014 | 02:59 PM
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Terry says a bow thruster can be added at anytime even after the boat is complete. Sportboat Marine uses a local vendor that installs them all the time in various boats they sell that may not have come OEM equipped. May not be the most cost effective way vs a factory install but if you don't have the $$$ now or happen to pick up a used boat w/o one at least one has options.
Check back w/ me a year from now & I'll let you know whether or not I made the right decision??!!
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