Down Payment on a New 22' C-Dory

Joy · Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2004 9:59 am Post subject: Down Payment on a New 22' C-Dory

Hi all,
I have just this past Saturday put a down payment on a new (to be built) 22' C-Dory, that I will p/u at the factory.
Although we currently reside in Alexandria VA, we will be moving to WA State. I plan to use the Boat for both fishing and cruising. I want to take that trip from Seattle to Alaska one of these days. I am listing below the boat I have ordered. I am still unsure of the Marine electronics.
So I am interested in 3 things.
1) Is my list complete?
2) What electronics would you suggest? I want safety, fish finding and navigation. I have actually thought of getting something like the Raymarine - L1260DRC Plus 10.4"Color Fishfinder/Chartplotter with HDFI (High Definition Fish Imaging) Technology - Includes Ray120 WAAS GPS Sensor. Anyone have experience with this package? Would you suggest something different. I do like Garmin and Blue Charts, but...
3) What are your thoughts on Honda 90 vs Honda 75
Thanks much

22'C-Dory to be built

Factory installed options
Shore Power with Cord and Battery Charger
Anchor Deck Pipe
Compass
Electric Wiper (Both)
High Top
Open Front Window
Second Battery and Battery switch
Scotty Rod Holder (2)
Wallas Stove/Heater upgrade
Complete Rigging & Motor Packag3
75hp Honda Motor
8hp Honda Kicker
Trailer King Bunk
Deep Blue Color Accent
Floorboard
Swim Step
Trim tabs
Forward facing Seat

Anita Marie · Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2004 11:42 am Post subject:

erandy, for the little extra money I believe that the Honda 90 is well worth it. With the right prop the extra HP is nice.
You may want to consider two other factory options. If you are considering an anchor windlass someday you may not want the deck plate. Many people start out with it but end up moving up to a windlass.
You may also want to think about the rod holder option. They are inexpensive and easy to install. After you have the boat for awhile you can pick the exact location that fits you and not the factory installer.
Electronics is such a personal choice with so many choices, Garmin is really coming out with a radar next year. I have a Garmin 2006C GPS/Chartplotter/Fishfinder/DP that is being phased out and I have had it only for a year. I also have a Raymarine SL72C radar that works great. All I can say is go to a store that has all of the systems on display and play with them.

Fred

Mr. Fisherman · Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2004 1:27 pm Post subject:

I second the opinion to go with the 90. You can NEVER have too much power.
I had a 75 when I bought my boat and replaced it with a 90 4 stroke. Night and day difference. I love my 90 and would not go back if I were paid.

You might want to cinsider a radar unit too....

B~C · Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2004 1:57 pm Post subject:

Hot damn, now you get to play the waiting game like several other pub members. Use extra caution if you're planning to move to WA that your garrage doesn't get to filled up with yet to be installed boat goodies Smile

I'd vote for the 90 hp..... and..... delete the ice box

Sneaks · Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2004 2:13 pm Post subject:

Use extra caution if you're planning to move to WA that your garrage doesn't get to filled up with yet to be installed boat goodies

Tell me about it! 83 days since my deposit was placed and I have an entire storage cabinet filled to the brim plus about 4 sq. ft. of garage floor.... On the plus side, you have plenty of time to brush up on your marlinspike skills and make docking lines/fender lines instead of buying them.

You'll also have plenty of time to take a safe boating course, either through www.usps.org or Coast Guard courses. Completing one does make a difference in insurance rates.

B~C · Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2004 2:29 pm Post subject:

10-4, plus, he'll have a restroom full of marine supply catalogs to pack and move.

thataway · Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2004 2:59 pm Post subject:

Agree that the 90 is well worth the extra bucks--when the boat is fully loaded it will make a difference. Agree with putting in your own fish rod holders and no ice box--we use two coolers in the cockpit and find it much better. Put in a couple of drawers and shelves in the ice box space.

People's experience with Raymarine has varied. Because of the limited space, an integrated system does have some appeal, but I happen to like full screens. I happen to like Furuno for radar. I have a Bottomline depth finder which is superb. I have a number of chart plotters, but think that the Standard 175 (I have the 170) is the best.

Good luck with the boat!

Chivita · Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2004 3:21 pm Post subject:

Congratulations ERANDY! Waiting was tough for us too, but we are as jazzed about our boat today as the day we finally got to pick it up! Have never lived in your neck of the woods, but we moved to Washington five years ago and we love it. Definetly the right boat for these waters, you can go out year round up here with that Wallas, and there are so many places to explore!

You did not list much about your trailer, but King is very well thought of out here. I would recommend the Stainless disk brake option, a two speed winch and make sure the bunks have cut outs in the back as there are several sling launch areas that demand the cut outs.

I would second the "delete the ice box" suggestion, our's broke in the first rough water we encountered. Good idea on the second battery option but you need to decide where you want them mounted. I choose to have them mounted in the rear lazerettes/fish well compartments for security, but would not recommend doing that. First, you cannot get to the batteries easily to maintain them. You have to disconnect everything so that you can move the batteries around in order to check or add water, clean posts etc. Second, I think that the weight of those two batteries up high and at the edges of the boat add to the pendulum effect when you are rocking back and forth in swells. Third, they take up some valuable space in those areas. Forth, the port fish well is not vented, so the battery gasses hang around in there and are not a positive influence on the fiberglass. I need to remount my batteries down by the rear drain between the gas tanks, that way they are low and easy to maintain.

Did you go with hydraulic steeering? It is a bit extra, but out in the Puget Sound you'll find a lot of floating debris, more than I've ever encountered in my travels. This requires some dodging skills, and you'll appreciate the smooth and minimal steering effort of the hydraulic system after an hour or two. The hydraulic system is almost maintenance free and I think you also get a payback in the long run due to it's longevity.

Can't think of anything else right at the moment, but I will warn you that the last week before you actually get the boat is the hardest. Hard to get to sleep at night due to excitement but easy to explain to your friends and co-workers why you are smiling so much!

"Chivita" Dave

Joy · Posted: Wed Aug 25, 2004 11:14 am Post subject: Thanks for all the Good advise

All
Thanks for all of your time and advise. I am taking it to heart. I did add a Windless to my add-ons.
I am going through the electronics options now. So will make that call soon as I want the factory to install for me!
As to the trailer, I had not even thought about the issues of winch or the cut-out for lifting the boat, so really appreciate that.

For some of you in the Puget Sound area, My wife and I have taken the Coast Guard course, so we will try to be safe and good sailors.
I did go w/ the 90hp, but decided on the Suzuki and 9.9 kicker, I am a big guy and thought that the extra hp and greater cu. in. and fuel injection were worth the change from Honda to Suzuki. I currently have a Honda 50 that I love, so I hope the change will prove good!

DaveS

Sneaks · Posted: Wed Aug 25, 2004 12:54 pm Post subject:

I did go w/ the 90hp, but decided on the Suzuki and 9.9 kicker, I am a big guy!

Big and tall? I went with the "Tall Top" option. At 6'3", I am somewhat altitude advantaged and kept banging my head in the standard C-22. I did forget about sling cutouts myself, so it's time to talk to my dealer. Thanks for the tip.

P.S. If any of you Sea Brats see a C-22 heading south on Interstate 5 on the back of a truck this coming week (Toast trim color) it's mine! Mr. Green

flagold · Posted: Wed Aug 25, 2004 2:52 pm Post subject:

Good point Sneaks -- the taller top makes it seem like a larger boat, even if it isn't -- I'd definately get that.

MM

Joy · Posted: Wed Aug 25, 2004 5:35 pm Post subject: High Top

The High Top is part of my package. I am 6'4", so know I will need it

Mr. Fisherman · Posted: Wed Aug 25, 2004 9:24 pm Post subject:

Take it from me, you are going to LOVE that Suzuki 90. I have teh 20 pitch prop on my 22' Angler and it is awsome. Part of my decision to go with the Suzuki was that it was the only one of the bunch that would spin that prop. Lots of torque and great economy. Did I mention it was quiet?
Not sure the prop combo will be the same for a Cruiser but your dealer whould be able to help you with that. By the way, GET A SPARE PROP.

This is what my Suzuki looks like 50 miles out into the Pacific Ocean...

And you thought it was just another fish picture... Mr. Green

Mr. Fisherman · Posted: Wed Aug 25, 2004 9:37 pm Post subject:

Oh yea, one more important consideration.

Consider hydrolic steering and a second helm. It is far cheaper to add this from the beginning than it is to add it later.

I have the dual helm and love it, especially when I am docking alone in a cross wind.

Great for trolling too, I can't say enough good things about my second helm.