my old man has decided he wants to sell his 16' aluminum duracraft with a 75 hp Yamaha. He is the only owner is it is a 95 model. I would have to do about $1000 of work to it to get it to the way I would like it, because it has zero storage, no live well, and the seating arrangement is weird. The trailer is not that great either.

On the other hand, a guy at work has a 2006 (I believe) 18' sea fox center console with a blown engine. This boat is nice and has a new trailer and a canvas top. I realize I would have to replace the engine, but he is looking to get rid of it for cheap

what does the OB suggest?

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Posted by Motorboat

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Posted on 6/12/14 at 10:55 am to lsuCJ5

what type of fishing do you want to do?

If FW and marsh, I'd stay with the duracraft

If Sw and specs, I'd move to the seafox.

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Posted by lsuCJ5

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Posted on 6/12/14 at 1:07 pm to Motorboat

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If FW and marsh, I'd stay with the duracraft If Sw and specs, I'd move to the seafox.

probably a combination of both. I have used the duracraft in the marsh around dularge and it did fine. it just needs some work it get it to where i'd like it to be.

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Posted by gorillacoco

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Posted on 6/12/14 at 1:29 pm to lsuCJ5

if your dad's motor is a '95 model, it may go at any moment at any rate. i would get the sea fox and get a new motor if you can afford that option. you'll have a lot more capability in terms of fishing.

if you're planning to do a lot of duck hunting, the duracraft may be a better option though, since it's a lot lower profile and easier to camo (you may want to repaint if it's bright red or something).

and if you're strapped for cash, your dad's boat + $1000 is still going to be waaaay cheaper.

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Posted by lsuCJ5

Holly Springs, NC

Member since Nov 2012

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Posted on 6/12/14 at 2:34 pm to gorillacoco

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if your dad's motor is a '95 model, it may go at any moment at any rate. i would get the sea fox and get a new motor if you can afford that option. you'll have a lot more capability in terms of fishing. if you're planning to do a lot of duck hunting, the duracraft may be a better option though, since it's a lot lower profile and easier to camo (you may want to repaint if it's bright red or something). and if you're strapped for cash, your dad's boat + $1000 is still going to be waaaay cheaper.

i'll probably never duck hunt out of either boat. and I agree the 95 Yamaha has a questionable future. It does have low hours, but who knows when it will go.

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