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Giving T-Irvs a try. I like idea of chatting up the guy at the launch. Ashland and west of Lafayette are next on my list.

If you have advice I'll take it. But all I have is a 40hp with a shallow v center console and not a terribly big gas tank. Long runs aren't ideal and I can't outrun weather. I'm not comfortable running across the Vermillion Bay, Terrebonne Bay or something similar. Short runs to brackish and/or saltwater is what I'm after. Everyone I know here in Lafayette all gave me the "ehhhhh...you sure?" when I mention the point.

I liked the idea of PAC simply bc it's where kayakers go for reds. So, common sense told me that there are inherently shorter runs there.

I've fished my whole life...in 20+ footers that belong to someone else (the perfect boats!!!). I want to get to know this boat a bit before I am confident on the longer runs for a 40hp 16 footers.

I'm all ears!

I feel you on not wanting another cooking apparatus on the patio. I have 3 sitting out back now! I bought a flat top for my grill from Steelmade. My built-In pit was not on their list, so I had a custom sized one made. We use it a ton. Comes off easy and stores in a sleeve, out of the way. Their customer service was great.

They even make them for your stovetop inside.

Steelmade Website

Thanks!

Based on what you are saying, the 2.5 is likely the better choice. But it would have been nice to buy the 4 and be able to use it like the 2.5 when needed.

Thanks!

I've been on quite the tool swap kick. Researching quality and replacing China. For example, channellock pliers, estwing hammers, milwaukee USA-made commercial power tools, etc.

Good info, thank you!!

Crescent 5mg THC seltzer is what I was told.

Good point. I currently do not have 220 set up in the garage. But solid point when I make that decision.

As an update, I did a power tool inventory after doing some research across all of your answers. Looking at most of the inherited tools from my grandpas and great grandpas, those older skil saws, Milwaukee, and craftsman are solid. Granted, they aren't for every day use, so them being heavier is not really an issue. For example, that heavy duty, Milwaukee sawzall is a beast heavy as all get out, but go through anything.

If you have a suggestion for any of the tools that I want or any tool that I'm missing, I'm all ears.

Want
-Corded Dewalt double bevel sliding 12" compound miter saw
-Corded Dewalt Thickness Planer
-XXX? Jointer
-XXX? Table Saw (Not sure if I am happy with a Contractor Table Saw or if I want - when I have the room - a Cabinet Table Saw
-Corded XXX? Hammer Drill
-Corded Skil HD77 Worm Drive Circular Saw

Have
-Corded Craftsman 13" Drill Press
-Corded 6" Craftsman/Atlas Metal Lathe
-Corded D28402 Dewalt angle grinder
-Corded Skil Saw 5250 7 –1/4"Circular Saw
-Corded Milwaukee HD 53-155879 Sawzall
-Corded Milwaukee Portable Bandsaw
-Corded Dewalt Trim and Plunge Router
-Bosch RA1171 Router Table
-porter cable 4212 Dovetail jig
-Corded Craftsman 315.10700 5/8 inch Variable Speed Sabre Saw
-Corded XXX? XX" Band Saw
-Corded Craftsman Jointer
-Corded Central Machinery? Belt & Disc sander
-Corded Dewalt D26451 Random Orbital & D26441 1/4" Sheet Palm Sanders
-Corded SKIL 7510 belt sander
-Corded Rockwell RK5132K multitool
-Corded Sears 3/8 inch electric drill
-Corded DeWalt DW 23 6 1/2 inch VSR drill
-Corded Sears 1/2 inch drill, variable speed reversible
-Corded Black and Decker Mega Mouse MS700 sander
-Craftsman 1647, 126 gallon air compressor
-Lincoln Electric Pro-Core 100 MIG/Wire Feed Welder
-Cordless Milwaukee M18 1/4" Hex Impact Driver
-Cordless Milwaukee M18 1/2" Drill/Driver
-Cordless Dewalt DC759 1/2" Drill/Driver
-Cordless Dewalt DC970 1/2" Drill/Driver

All good info. I'll go get my real curb weight and report back! Trip isn't until the end of November, so I'll update as I get more info and/or it happens!