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Post 42 Sportfish Hi Pitched turbo whistle

Discussion in 'Post Yacht' started by John Fleming, Oct 22, 2017.

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  1. Beau

    Beau Senior Member

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    Thanks, didn't mean to hi-jack your thread. Back to the whine!
  2. Quality Time

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    Did you buy it from Sassafras Harbor in Georgetown? If so, that's the one I looked at.
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    That's the one...I did a number of upgrades since I purchased it.. But I got a good deal for what was basically a little used freshwater boat.
  4. Quality Time

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    Nice! I really liked it but the wife had to have two heads...
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    Funny.. That can be taken so out of context :)
    We are glad you passed on it... though.
  6. John Fleming

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    I was not aware of a gelcoat problem however I did notice a few areas of minor cracking which the dealer has indicated will be repaired. Is there a range of model years where this condition is prevalent?
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    Most of the gel coat cracking issues surface during the 1998 to 2002 model years.
  8. John Fleming

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    Upon further research, it seems there has been a fair amount of previous repair work done on this 2001 Post, some of which is yellowing and needs to be corrected again. If I couple that with the annoying turbo whine and a newly surfacing issue related to handling problems in following seas, I think it may be time to resume the search for a quality convertible sportfish. Any suggestions of known boats or specific boats to look for are welcome. We will be boating/fishing on Lake Erie, east central area where 2-4 short chop is the order of the day. 36'-42' size range, prefer Cat power capable of high 20's, low 30's cruise (mph). Don't necessarily need two staterooms but separate shower is a must for the wife. Galley down is her preference but not a deal breaker. Trolling valves are a must, either existing or practical to install.
  9. Capt J

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    40' Cabo flybridge would be best riding in that size and best built.
  10. Bigjohn4300

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    Does that mean you may be selling yours?
  11. John Fleming

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    I may be but my current boat is 2007 38 Rampage Express. Great boat! But, we need a convertible to fit our boating lifestyle and our two dogs. I've watched them fall down the steps into the cabin enough.
  12. Capt J

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    Didn't Rampage make a 43' FB?
  13. John Fleming

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    45' sportfish convertible. Saw one up close this fall. Wife didn't like the floor plan and it's a big feeling bruiser. Feels like a 50' (actually 48+) which is too big.

  14. Capt J

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    Go for the 40' Cabo, it's one hell of a boat in every aspect.