Posted in wrong forum. Can't figure out how to delete/move post.

Always better to get a lift then start painting the bottom, even if your buying brand new. Can normally find a used one easy enough, just may take a while.

You probably know V-drives have less maintenance but also less performance

I also won't own a boat I cannot haul out by my self, may need another to take distance

Thx for the reply. I've re-posted in the general forum. Hoping moderator will delete this post.