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    Just how much till she breaks

    I had the same boat and it could definitely take some rough seas. But due to the skinny 8 foot beam it was all over the place when the wind and waves came up. The gell coat on the radar arch on mine started to crack a bit at the base and it was apparently from the stress of the waves.
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    280DA Single Engine Advice

    I had a 260 DA with single 350 Mag and B3 and it was underpowered when I had more than 2 people on board. Plus, depending on the lake, you may risk damaging the B3 which are expensive to fix/replace. Maybe look at v drive? Now that I have twin screws, I can't imagine going back. Singles do...
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    First Cruise Tips: Sassafras to St. Michaels & Annapolis

    Recommend getting a copy of the "Doziers Waterway Guide" Mid Atlantic version,, $39.95 (West Marine, Borders Books, etc,) It has every marina on the bay and lists all of their amenities, things to do in the towns, apporaches, etc, etc. I started using mine recently to plan trips and it is...
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    Help with purchasing

    That's what I paid for my brand new 2005 260, single I/O 350 with Bravo 3, without a generator or TV. So, it's a good deal if the boats a brand new leftover. But, that was the last year for that boat model, so they are probably liquidating them. I liked mine a lot, kept it 3 years,, but it...
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