[jackman1939]

Hi y'all,
I paid $14,500 for the outfit. We made the deal over the phone - he had it on Ebay but ended it early because of our deal. We met about half way between his home and mine. He lives in Columbus GA, and I, in Belleview Florida. We met at Val??? Georgia, just over the Florida border. The boat trailed home good.
I did jump on the engine, and the transom looked good - I did knock on it with my knuckles to check for hollow spots - did not hear any.
When I got it home, I ordered Sea Star hydraulic steering for it (from Ebay - $770 delivered). Installed it myself. I did not like the fact that the steering on the boat wasn't even "NO_FEEDBACK". I feel safer now.
The guy said the boat will do 55. I'll let you know when I take it out. Will be soon.
thanks for you comments and help,
Jack