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    IF you could....?

    If you could do it all over again, would you build from scratch or buy a finished boat?

    Trying to weigh the pros and cons of each.

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    We can all do it over and over again and again if we choose. I currently have a Schiada 21' River Cruiser that we were pleased to purchase because this hull isn't something many replicate in their garages. We have upgraded things a bit but were generally pleased to just purchase it. Now, we also have a Hallett flat (we've had for multiple decades) that now needs new floor, glass tanks cut out, new stringers and everything else so it will be a fun project for the boys and I. We also have two Biesemeyer flats to build and we see it as a grand opportunity where the possibilities are nearly endless.
    The best things in life aren't things!

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    WMC
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    Re: IF you could....?

    I'll let you know after I finish the Campbell.

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    From scratch ......

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mitch View Post
    From scratch ......
    Yeah, but you can't buy something and just leave it alone!

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    Thats no fun !!!!! Agt001

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    Unless the price is "right" I'd start from scratch, because whatever you buy there's always something you won't like about it and next thing you know you start over anyhow,LOL..

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    Quote Originally Posted by WMC View Post
    I'll let you know after I finish the Campbell.

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    Hurry up and let me know!!!

    Quote Originally Posted by GoFastRacer View Post
    Unless the price is "right" I'd start from scratch, because whatever you buy there's always something you won't like about it and next thing you know you start over anyhow,LOL..
    All good points, now only if I can find the "right" deal!

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    You know I always like to build my own stuff.I have put together a lot of cars/trucks.When I sold them I lost my ass on them.Would I build a boat Hell Ya! Just because I have some knowledge on doing it and to say that I built it.My cruiser I have now was built by someone else.I engoy it,use it. For what I paid for it sombody else invested the money and I enjoy using it!
    RIP to my friend Greg "FULL THROTTLE" Fuller

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    I would buy one together and redo it. You can still change things the way you want them and you have parts that you can reuse and don't have to buy , like V-drive, plate harware, steering pullies, or whatever is still good. Alot of parts just need to be sent to a polisher or powdercoater and they look new again. Gives you a better base to start with and possibly on the water a little cheaper and faster, in my opion

 

 

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