bobgky

Dave, You might consider looking for a Crestliner Sabre Runabout (mid - late 80's) if you are looking for an open bow with a dual console like the Lund, or for a Crestliner Sabre G/L or D/C if you want a cuddy cabin. Starcraft also makes the Islander 221, which is a cuddy cabin boat. I don't know if Starcraft made a runabout open bow boat. If the open bow isn't a big thing, but you don't want a cuddy, I know that Sylvan made a 22' aluminum hull runabout. (The Offshore was their Islander clone). Other boats to look at are the Crestliner Nordic Sportfish. All of these boats are out there still, and there was a 24' Sabre in the PNW earlier this year for sale (I think it was in western washington). This is my Sabre G/L on Taylorsville Lake earlier this year , and an early 80's Nordic 22

Don't know about other makers, but Shoreland'r trailers with DRUM surge brakes don't need a backup lockout device (they have an internal lockout), but those with DISC brakes do. There's either a solenoid or a manual lockout, depending on model.

Pat, the G/L (Great Lakes) is mainly set up for Great Lakes fishing, whereas the D/C (Day Cruiser) is more for recreation. Either can be used, however, I think you might end up having to do more work to "undo" the pleasurecraft amenities of the D/C. Check out their website, under the "owner's " section. They have an archive of the sales brochures from the early 80's on up. Hope this helps.

Name: Bob Location: Shelbyville, KY Home Port: Shelbyville, KY (for now) Boat Name/Type: Miss Mae-Hem / 1988 Crestliner V225 Sabre G/L , Mercruiser 3.0 I/O , Mercruiser Alpha outdrive I fish for: Nothing yet, salmon soon, and alot of other swimmy things ... ================== Last year, my sweetheart and I went salmon fishing with some good friends up at Sodus Point. After the first day, we were hooked, and talked about getting a boat and venturing out on our own. Well, that day is soon approaching. We found our boat, and will be spending the winter getting her ready for her first voyage (with us) on the great lakes. Looking to learn all I can, although, I must admit that our friends are REALLY GREAT teachers and we both managed to pick up quite a few tips already.