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Hi folks, I heard yesterday (I think) that Suzuki Automobiles would no longer be sold in the USA and I was wondering if Suzuki Boat motors was also pulling sales out of the USA? Does anyone have the answer yet? Thanks, Jim

We were returning to Indiana from San Pedro, California to Indiana this week and somewhere east or west of Denver (can't remember which now :D ) on May 11th, something caught my eye in the westbound lanes, and it was what I think was a great looking CD-22 with I believe Honda power on the back...

It's been some time since I've posted on the site, but, one question I have for the "Brats" that have made the Inside Passage trip is: During the run from Wrangell to Petersburg has anyone used the Dry Pass at high tide with a CD-19 or CD-22? During our trip up the passage on the Alaska Marine...

After spending 30 days traveling to the west coast, up the Inside Passage, around Alaska, and driving the Alaska Highway back to Indiana, I realize that at age 70, my long range boating days are over for the most part. This is the 3rd time we've traveled to Alaska and the first time that I've...

I can't remember if I've seen this in a thread on the "Brats" site or not: is there a Canadian Customs Office located at Blaine, WA for clearing customs North bound? Or one around the same approximate location? Thanks, Jim

This subject has most likely been covered at some time on the C-Brats site, but, I'll ask the question since I've seen no recent post on this particular boat/motor combination. I'm still trying to determine just what boat/motor combination to buy. After looking at used CD-16's and 19's I think I...

This is for the C-Brats that have made all or part of the Inside Passage trip. Is there a good supply of gasoline through the Inside Passage with little or no alcohol added that a 2 stroke motor can use without burning or locking up a cylinder? I assume the term "boat motor fuel" still applies...

Hi again, while I still haven't purchased a C-Dory yet (still saving money), I am still gathering information for a cruise up the Inside Passage. I thought I'd pass along some web sites that have really good information (many of the C-Brats in the NW may know of the sites) about facilities...

Some time ago I asked if there was printed information on refueling stops, food, slips, customs, etc. in the Inside Passage from Bellingham to Skagway and someone on the C-Brats forum listed a web site where that information can be downloaded. Of all of the information I've downloaded, I'm...

Well, I'm still trying to figure out which C-Dory to buy and a couple of questions that I have for any C-Brat that own's a CD-19 are: 1. Is there a quality camper enclosure available for the CD-19? 2. Who would the manufacturer be? 3. What is the approximate cost of a enclosure? The other part...

I may have missed the thread, but, has anyone tried to shape and install a solid bulkhead in place of a drop curtain on a 16' cruiser, 16' angler, or a 19' angler? I see the advantage of doing it from a noise level perspective as well as truly making the cabin weatherproof. To save weight I...

Can someone please tell me what the transom height is on the CD-16 Cruiser? It looks like it may be 20" but I'm not sure. I'm not with-in 600 miles of a boat, so I can't run out and get the measurement. Couldn't find the height on the C-Dory web site. Thanks, Jim :D

I went to the Indianapolis Boat Travel and RV Show yesterday and while there were a bunch of really nice boats, there was only one pilothouse boat; a Coast Guard boat (not for sale). Now I know I'm in the mid-west, but, North of me are the Great Lakes (4 hour drive), East of me is 22,000 acre...

I can't remember which member of the "Brats" posted about the value of having a autopilot on his boat, but anyone with a autopilot, please feel free to chime in. The person mentioned, that by having the autopilot on his boat, it allowed him the freedom of being able to use binoculars, and attend...

I was looking at Ben Toland's new boat and in the credits of boats that he has designed, there was a Toland 18-8 listed. I can't find any information on the boat and wondered if anyone on the c-brats owned one or if anyone had seen the boat? Thanks, Jim

Last week I was courious about how detailed the Google Earth free download program would be, as it relates to looking at the Bellingham to Skagway route. I started by typing Bellingham in the search box and when Bellingham came up, and to my surprise, by using the controls on the right side of...

I'm looking for the former owners of CD-16 Cruiser named "Cachita". In the process of looking for a c-dory to buy, I located the boat at Panhandle Powerboats in Juneau, Alaska and I would like to learn the history of the boat, condition of the boat when sold or traded. and etc. :D Thanks, Jim

Hi I'm wondering if there will be any CD dealers at the Indianapolis Boat and Travel Show on Feb 19-28 2010? I've contact the nearest CD dealer (Chattanooga Tenn) and his CD's are located in Florida. Man it's tuff trying to look at a boat when all of them seem to be located so far from home...

Before I get tied up with my holiday responsibilities, I want to wish each member of the C-Brats group a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Not to offend anyone: regardless of how you celebrate the holidays, I hope your celebration will be joyous and looking forward to a great 2010. Jim :D

Hi, I'm new to the C-Brats site. I have 10 years of power boating experience and have completed Power Squadron Boating Safety Course. This web site was recommended to me by a boat dealer when I asked the following question: Is a 22' C-Dory Cruiser with 2 50hp outboards, radar, and gps plotter...