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Hello everyone!! Could anyone recommend a boat cover that is suitable for freeway towing. It would be for a Quintrex 481 Fishabout. Eventually I would like to get something custom made, however for now I'm after something that I can buy reasonably quickly and that would be durable enough to keep me going for the next 6-12 months. Are the ones you can buy from places like BCF any good or is there a better option to consider? I appreciate any recommendations or advice. Cheers Michael

Thanks guys for your feedback. Jeff - I am really interested in your comment about the 4 stroke. I was looking at the Yamaha 4 stroke as an alternative, however was told the ETEC had more grunt for things like tubing or knee boarding etc. What is it you prefer about the 4 stroke? It might just convert me back to the Yamaha. Cheers

Hi everyone, I am about to embark on the boat ownership journey with my wife and 3 boys. We are looking at a 481 Fishabout with 75hp ETEC. I've been to many boat shows and have visited many dealers and originally narrowed it down to the Fishabout and Stacer Baymaster. The Baymaster is just a tiny bit longer on the trailer which would prevent me from closing the garage door so that eliminated that option. I've been feeling confident about our decision, however as I get closer to walking into the dealership to buy I can't help feel that I am about to get ripped off. Can anyone on here give me some advice on how much room there usually is to negotiate on the advertised price? Cars often have a fair bit of room to move, however is it the same with boats? Just looking for some tips on how to best take the next step to making the purchase. Cheers