Need Advice On Cats!!!!
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I currently have a 24 outlaw and have become bored with it. I want to upgrade to something faster. at least 90+ mph. between 28 to 32 feet. single or twin eng. I am trying to keep the cost under $45,000.00. Looking around i have found some nice cats or what i think is nice... can anyone give me any idea on what to look for in a cat or what brands to look at or stay away from?? all imput welcomed!!!!
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cat insurance
I can insure any brand of cats under 130 mph with the TRES MARTIN course if the owner has 5 years high performance boating experience.I have the discretion to offer premium credits including a 10% premium reduction for being a member of OSO so my premiums are not too much more than vee hulls.
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I recomend you buy mine
99 28' Twin Stock Merc 502's [email protected]
Insured with State Farm for the full 11 years I have owned it!
99 28' Twin Stock Merc 502's [email protected]
Insured with State Farm for the full 11 years I have owned it!
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This Cat is trying to keep up with the Big Dogs
This Cat is trying to keep up with the Big Dogs
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offshoresteve I am looking more for I/O engines. Anything you could recomend in the v hull?? i originally wanted more seating as well but it seems if i want seating i have to sacrifice speed. i looked at some v hulls with twins and it seems most of them only reach max speeds of around 80 or so that will be in my price range. (no older than 2000). another reason i am looking more into the cats.
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I can insure any brand of cats under 130 mph with the TRES MARTIN course if the owner has 5 years high performance boating experience.I have the discretion to offer premium credits including a 10% premium reduction for being a member of OSO so my premiums are not too much more than vee hulls.
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I have a buddy with a 27' Awesome Cat that flies a bit under the radar for insurance purposes. It currently has a pretty mild 454 in it, but will handl a BUNCH more. It would be a good cat to build some time in so that when you step up to a Skater in the future, insurance does not kill you. I am thinking that he would sell it for $15k including the trailer.
As I understand it, the Awesome was designed/built in Michigan to handle some pretty big water.
As I understand it, the Awesome was designed/built in Michigan to handle some pretty big water.
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Call this guy and see what you can work out with him. You're only $10,000 apart;
http://www.offshoreonly.com/classifi...o37711-en.html
The AO3100 has high freeboard which will give you a sense of comfort and security. It was designed and built to race offshore so the acceleration and handling are very good. With 630hp each it should run 105+.
http://www.offshoreonly.com/classifi...o37711-en.html
The AO3100 has high freeboard which will give you a sense of comfort and security. It was designed and built to race offshore so the acceleration and handling are very good. With 630hp each it should run 105+.
i did see this one while i was looking at the classifieds. the layout of this boat is what i am looking for. im sure as spring/summer gets closer there will be alot more out there. i just want to make sure that this next boat that i get is the one that i want and i dont rush into another headach as i did with my current boat.
THANKS EVERYONE FOR THE INPUT!!!!! MUCH APPRECIATED!!!