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Originally Posted by VtSteve
Brings back memories. Two of the best riding boats I was ever on were Slickcratfts. Even the 16 and 19 footers ride better than many boats of today. I knew many islanders. Pen Yan was popular, as was Bertram.
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As the 23' Slickcraft is a great hull with a lot of utility capacity, we have not been able to part with the boat as Jeff Fay has been able to keep it running. We do worry about reliabillity and have given up trips around the lake, just use it as the transport to Welch and back. We did look into a new engine/outdrive but as an exact replacement is no longer made, geting a new unit installed would be a lot of $$ to invest in an old boat. Yes, there are old Pen Yans around the islands.
Anyway, the simplicity and utility of a new Eastern 22 is attractive for island use.