I don’t see the point either. If anything having multiple pumps increase reliability as you don’t loose the whole system.
One of the two marinas at Coinjock has bungalows (forgot the name, the one on the west side of ICW)
Having the TH lower reduce the risks of loosing prime underway, along with using scoops.
I don’t think a couple of feet makes a difference temperature wise.
It depends on the weather. Draft isn’t an issue with a CC so you can take the Croatan to the albermarle and the ICW. Or if it’s smooth enough...
I agree about doing a search but if you’re really wondering about fuel economy between a single diesel displacement hull Vs a twin gas cruiser......
Personally I wouldn’t pick a Silverton over a Viking or Hatteras because of stairs unless used mostly in sheltered waters. Ladders are a pain....
Never ever let a fuel dock attendant pump fuel on his own. Never. I have them pass me the nozzle and I do it unless I know the guy and he is...
I doubt they had any propane on board. These are fast paced tour boats. They hit a hot spot and move on. Lunch is usually at Staniel. Hopefully...
It s not as easy to install stairs as these boats are all rounded shapes and bulges. Plus the stairs are very heavy and hard to set up unless you...
The BDF doesn't deal with charter and tour boats, the port authority does. We get inspected every year when we renew our foreign charter license...
An 8D battery has about 200AH... 4 golf cart batteries will get you twice that and a lot easier on your back to install :)
They re the biggest tour boat operator there... they ve grown from a single 25 ish skiff 10 years ago to at least 4 or 5 boats as big as 40/45....
Not familiar with your boat but if you can fit a 120v fridge/freezer you ll have many more options in sizes. As back up to generator, adding an...
Couple of days ago I saw the interview of a steel exec who said they were opening the first new steel mill in years. I agree that it s not just...
It s a bit low but it depends on what s included or not. Raising the engine will add a couple of days of work, if not more... The key isn't just...
SR will probably stick to OB powered bow riders and cruisers while BW will continue in the fishing oriented market
Like it or not, steel and aluminum is a national security issue. We can not let these industries wither away and be at the mercy of Europe or...
I don't think you can honestly compare the European VAT of 19 or 20% to our states sales tax which rarely exceed 7%. With a 300k value cap in FL....
With so many large boats being foregin flagged, the impact on the 70+ imports will not be significant.