Ive been looking for a used boat going on 7 months now. I have tried reading everything I could on this site and others, but mostly this one on what to look for. In my reading I have read more than one horror story over wood in a transom. In my area the majority of boats that I have looked at, kicked, touched etc have been 90 model Rangers, Stratos, Javelin and an occasional Bumblebee. My price range has been right at 5-6000, because well, my wife said so lol Im 52 and been married 28 years so the woman knows me. Later if this boating thing sticks, when I retire. I will upgrade..I had a aluminum small jon boat years ago, but its not what Im looking for now.
My question is however, am I passing up on alot of good or great boats just because they have wood in the transom? Ive stuck with 88-98/99 Rangers, 98/99 and up Stratos and Javelins. Havent seen a Bee above 98 yet....
Should I be limiting myself just because of the wood?
Thanks for any response. This is a most awesome site to learn on.
Thanks Randy