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I have one that costs 160 per month, was only 45 per month, but it increased when insulin dropped to 35 per month !! No one told us that when they reduced insulin and a couple others that 90 other meds would increase in price.....

I always recommend shopping long before your really ready to buy. You will end up looking at a lot of junk and things you might not be real interested in, but you will gain an education on how much will buy what ! Remember book value may not be actual value to certain people. Market and area can be vastly different in prices. When I bought my used boat three years back, I shopped for almost four months, drove lots of miles, wasted many long trips, looked at lots of junk, realized how honest people are not. But in those months I began to establish value in what I wanted. When the right boat came along, I drove 200 miles with cash in hand. Owner was very kind to answer all my questions and send lots of pics for things I ask about. After a Hal hour of inspection I knew it was what I wanted at a fair price so gave him what he was asking, no haggle this time as he was fair in his price and was honest with his description. Best education on value is to shop around, yep it takes time and you will burn some fuel, but when the right one comes along, you will know it !

Most all trailer tires rot before they wear out. Lucky to have a barn to store my boat in, only sun they see is when I go fishing. Vehicle tires have almost doubled in price in the past 4 plus years. Bought a set for my wife's SUV just over 4 years back, needed a set for my SUV so went back to same place for same tire as before. 440 back in 2020, current price is 805.....what an eye opener !

Many trailers have swing away tongues that shorten them by almost 2 ft. I have also saw many garages with an extension out the back for extra room. Build another garage or an enclosed carport. At our previous home we had a 6' tall privacy fence which I added three sides to and created an enclosed shed for my 16' boat. Think outside the box....

I hear ya on getting old, its here before ya know it !!! My wife says " the only thing golden in your golden years is the color if your pee !!"

No mice in that garage....there is a gard dog there to keep them out !! Lol..

You might consider a side console addition, much safer and dependable !

Just some food for thought here.....your old 17# trolling motor will draw the same or more battery power than a newer 36# or higher motor. Many improvements have been made over the years on reducing the battery draw on newer electric motors. Today, everyone wants 55# or higher electric motors, so there are quite a few 36-45# thrust used motors out there that would actually use less battery power in the long run as long as you don't run wide open. Yet you would have extra power if you really needed it.......again just some food for thought.....good luck...

Great idea if you know what you really want. Poster mentioned he was new to the game, big expense to make a wrong guess as to what he really needs. My opinion would be to grab something used, fish for a couple years before making a big jump to an expensive new boat

Bottom line is what is your wot RPM ? Speed doesn't mean much, but if you over rev your motor, it won't last long ! Same thing if your pitch is to high, your motor will lug and use excess fuel, not healthy for long life. Many folks carry two props, one gives max speed with a light load and another for getting heavy loads up on plane. When using one or the other, the extra prop serves as a spare for emergencies. I wouldn't waste your money on a SS prop, you won't see enough improvement to make the cost worthwhile ! Remember is SS is stronger, what else will break when you hit something ? Aluminum props are cheap in comparison and give easily on impact and yes they are much cheaper than a new lower unit on your motor.

Would look great on my boat....who is gonna buy one for me ??

Based on your lunch story, could you really afford to go there for breakfast also ?

Lots of guys always wanting to upgrade, search and look for an older model that folks want to sell. Make sure you get a thorough demo to be sure it works well. My Lawrence HDI is from 2013, bought used, more bells and whistles than I will ever use or need. But less than buying a budget fish finder.

When you find a boat that you want and can't live without at a price you can afford.....it is the time to buy !!

Boy is that a true statement !! To answer the original question....yes...I love being on the water ! Have since I was 10 yrs old, first boat at age 12, been a boat owner since and I am 74 now. I enjoy the ride out and in, fishing is a plus. I often take my boat out for a few hours just to get away and enjoy the water.