Great replies! I have never seen a Hallett.
The boat can be 25' as well. Just looking at the ease of trailering and occasionally launching solo.
I think once you start getting over 5,000 pounds on a trailer it starts to become a chore in addition to the need for two engines or outboards to reach 60+
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11-22-2016 03:28 AM
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11-22-2016 06:51 AM
Hallett is a California builder. They have tons of jet boats out west. They make V bottoms and deck boats with merc packages. Been around since the 60s. I think they still build everything from a ski boat like a mastercraft to a 40 foot closed bow V. I have always associated them with high quality fit and finish. Never owned one. Seen plenty in Havasu.
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11-22-2016 07:07 AM
Some of the older West Coast Boats weren't designed for areas with a lot of rain, like Florida. Something to do with a Liner.
I have no Idea how much rain Your area gets,just something to think about.Parabellum FJ²B
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11-26-2016 05:44 PM
Possibly check out the Lavey Craft 24 NuEra. It's a great rough water boat for the size! They have even been raced in the offshore circuit. 25' 2" OAL, 8' beam, 80 gallons of gas, fiberglass floor liner, and will run an all day long 70mph with the base Merc 502.
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11-27-2016 03:27 AM
Here is a link to a nice Hallett 240 for sale.
1991-Hallett-240-Closed-Bow-For-Sale-Boulder-City
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11-28-2016 01:10 AMI guess we're gonna have to know your budget. Both the Lavey and the Hallet are great boats.
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11-29-2016 12:22 AMAny new thoughts?
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11-29-2016 04:38 AMI like the west coast boats. Nice lines.
The budget is realistically under $18k, this why I'm looking at more of the classic older 80'sand 90's boats.
The 24 degree dead rise seems 8' beam seems to be the magic recipe?
The $12k boat range is preferred, however it does appear to take more efforts to found a good quality hull in nice shape.
I have always liked the 22' Chris Craft Corsair, even though they will top out in the 50's along with the Donzie 22z
Great Lakes boats capable boats is the goal with a good ride. Hard to believe so many bowrider style boats are sold in the modern day, that are great for inland lakes as well as ski boats, that just can't hold up in the rough waters of Ontario, Erie, MI.
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11-29-2016 06:08 AM
I like the west coast boats. Nice lines.
You should see the trailers and rims.
(That was for Tim.)
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11-30-2016 01:06 AMOf all the boats we've discussed so far, the 242 Formula may be the best all around. Handle rough water, in the 60's with a single stock big block, very usable cabin for a 24', etc.
http://springfieldil.craigslist.org/boa/5861331438.html
http://nashville.craigslist.org/boa/5844916630.html
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11-30-2016 06:18 AM
Knowing where he plans to use it, agreed. And it really is a usable cabin.
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12-01-2016 12:11 AMAnd, like the 89 in the one ad, they look similar to a new design with their wrap around windshield, flat deck, overall appearance, and upholstery layout.
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12-01-2016 11:14 PMWhat are you currently leaning towards?
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12-02-2016 12:13 AMI like the 242 Formula. I'm going to try and find one to climb aboard and touch checkout the build quality.
No chance of a sea trial until the spring.
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12-02-2016 03:11 PMIf you think it's capable of handling the Great Lakes it should be able to go most anywhere.
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12-02-2016 03:38 PM
I don't mind big waves when they are lined up in a row as big swells.
The area you boat in has washing machine chop from all directions. I think that's what makes the freeboard important.
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12-03-2016 02:37 AMYes, Sandusky Bay and the Islands has some pretty wicked, short, steep, chop.
Beautiful area though.