Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

fire..that dually is worth buying and repowering even if the motor is not good.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

fire..that dually is worth buying and repowering even if the motor is not good.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I always thought a dually would offer the best compromise. There are not many of them around, and if you exclude those that need major work you are talking about a small group indeed.
That being said, I just spent a few days fishing in Franco's CC. That is a sweet boat and for where he is it is just about perfect.
That being said I would tell you my personal preference is to have a little more comfort. Thats right comfort, not for the kids or CEO but for me.
If you do a lot of running to diffrent spots fishing, have to make more than a ten minute run I get tired of a CC. Yea you can get the enclosures that snap down to the sides with wings and they will keep a lot off of you. But they are a pain in the arse to use when you are out.
With a walk around cuddy, a cuddy or even a dual console you can actually cruise or run and gun to your spots, make a long run to the fishing grounds your hitting and you will be able to be out of the wind, spray if nasty out and you will actually be able to have a conversation with you mates. Especially if you got a full transom or a quiet enough motor. In Old School I did that all the time, when I am on a CC doing the same runs, no one talks unless you are yelling into someones ear and even in 70 degree weather a 30-40 mph run can get chilly while you stand there and hold on.
They have there place and I do love being able to move all the way forward, but then again where I fished there was always a chop, when you stand on a elevated bow platform it was always a balancing act, that is why I love the CC's that don't have them, same floor depth all the way forward.
Each design has its merits for sure, but for me with 95% fishing, 5% family stuff the cuddy gave me everything I needed and let me do it comfortably. I like that word comfort. JMHO

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

I always thought a dually would offer the best compromise. There are not many of them around, and if you exclude those that need major work you are talking about a small group indeed.
That being said, I just spent a few days fishing in Franco's CC. That is a sweet boat and for where he is it is just about perfect.
That being said I would tell you my personal preference is to have a little more comfort. Thats right comfort, not for the kids or CEO but for me.
If you do a lot of running to diffrent spots fishing, have to make more than a ten minute run I get tired of a CC. Yea you can get the enclosures that snap down to the sides with wings and they will keep a lot off of you. But they are a pain in the arse to use when you are out.
With a walk around cuddy, a cuddy or even a dual console you can actually cruise or run and gun to your spots, make a long run to the fishing grounds your hitting and you will be able to be out of the wind, spray if nasty out and you will actually be able to have a conversation with you mates. Especially if you got a full transom or a quiet enough motor. In Old School I did that all the time, when I am on a CC doing the same runs, no one talks unless you are yelling into someones ear and even in 70 degree weather a 30-40 mph run can get chilly while you stand there and hold on.
They have there place and I do love being able to move all the way forward, but then again where I fished there was always a chop, when you stand on a elevated bow platform it was always a balancing act, that is why I love the CC's that don't have them, same floor depth all the way forward.
Each design has its merits for sure, but for me with 95% fishing, 5% family stuff the cuddy gave me everything I needed and let me do it comfortably. I like that word comfort. JMHO

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

Willy: thank you for sharing your experience with the different setups, I really appreciate it. One reason I want the boat is to fish with my Dad who is 67 now. So more comfort for him is a plus. He still runs 5 miles most days and a part of him is still at sea in the CG. He always tells me that try docking a 378' high endurance cutter if I think this boat is tough to dock in a wind. :o He's tough as nails but I'd like more comfort for him nonetheless.

Kajun: I know, it's a good deal isn't it?! I just want to make the right choice for my uses. I'm thinking very seriously about making the trip! thanks for your input.

Randleman: 150 Merc, hhmmmm, is it a carb motor?

What is yall's opinion on what that boat would need to be reliable? (besides newer power) I did see a nice one awhile back with a permanent softtop/rocket launchers. Canvas sides, I'm sure could be fitted. What are we talkin with bracket and an outboard upgrade $ wise?

Thanks to all for the valuable input.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

Willy: thank you for sharing your experience with the different setups, I really appreciate it. One reason I want the boat is to fish with my Dad who is 67 now. So more comfort for him is a plus. He still runs 5 miles most days and a part of him is still at sea in the CG. He always tells me that try docking a 378' high endurance cutter if I think this boat is tough to dock in a wind. :o He's tough as nails but I'd like more comfort for him nonetheless.

Kajun: I know, it's a good deal isn't it?! I just want to make the right choice for my uses. I'm thinking very seriously about making the trip! thanks for your input.

Randleman: 150 Merc, hhmmmm, is it a carb motor?

What is yall's opinion on what that boat would need to be reliable? (besides newer power) I did see a nice one awhile back with a permanent softtop/rocket launchers. Canvas sides, I'm sure could be fitted. What are we talkin with bracket and an outboard upgrade $ wise?

Thanks to all for the valuable input.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

The Merc is a carb motor w/ the oil injection removed. Runs like a top. It is going on ebay in the next week or so, but I can wait another week til you find direction.

As for brackets, 800 new, 400 used?

If I remember correctly there was a soft spot in the floor of that dually but the transom was good, check w/ garagenc, he has seen it in person.

Look at By Grace Alone's gallery for an idea of what you would have to do to make the switch.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

The Merc is a carb motor w/ the oil injection removed. Runs like a top. It is going on ebay in the next week or so, but I can wait another week til you find direction.

As for brackets, 800 new, 400 used?

If I remember correctly there was a soft spot in the floor of that dually but the transom was good, check w/ garagenc, he has seen it in person.

Look at By Grace Alone's gallery for an idea of what you would have to do to make the switch.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

hey fire
That boat is still available, you may get it for less now since it's been sitting there. This summer it will have been sitting there for a year now. There are other pics of that boat on this site, I took them and sent them to Randleman.

Let me know if you want me to check anything for you.

Re: Cuddy vs. CC
 

hey fire
That boat is still available, you may get it for less now since it's been sitting there. This summer it will have been sitting there for a year now. There are other pics of that boat on this site, I took them and sent them to Randleman.

Let me know if you want me to check anything for you.