Catt,

Thanks for mentioning the Gorilla Hull in the other thread...

I haven't seen it before but really like the sound of it.  I think it offers me 2 solutions that will save a lot of money in the long run...  buying a "newer" used boat with the layout I want and having it done to reinforce or ease my own fears of buying used.  Or secondly, I can keep my current (1994 Champion) boat, re-wire, carpet, etc., knowing that I won't be wasting the money if the hull needs some work later on.  I wanted to spend some money in fixing it up but was hesitant since the first 10 years were mostly spent in east TX, and I didn't know what the life of the hull would be after such a rough start.

I kept thinking I want a new boat, but since I'm committed to living debt free, a new boat won't happen for a LONG time since I don't have a new boat fund started yet  Maybe I'll just give mine fresh carpet, new wiring and a gorilla hull - and not worry for another 10-15 yrs!

I need to learn more but I'm excited about the option!  Here is a link for anyone else interested:  

http://www.toledofiberglass.com/GorillaHull.html

flechero, you are very welcome

I fish Toledo Bend & Rayburn occasionally so hitting stumps is something you either deal with or stop fishing. I'm looking seriously at buying a used boat since I can't justify the price of a new one and I'm very leary of used. My main concern is you can't always see hull or transom cracks but Gorilla Hulls solve this problem. I've talked to a few guys who have punched holes through the bottom of their boat and had the Gorilla Hull added with no problems with performance.