Posted ByBob Sullivan/Sully on November 22, 19102 at 06:54:13:
In Reply to: penn yan virgin, considering '73 21.5 footer posted bymarks on November 21, 19102 at 17:13:07:
: I'm considering a look at a '73 21.5 pennyan classic open boat style, 302 ford. 1500 w trailer, the boat has had alot of restoration already done on it, move forces sale. I may take the plunge. I'm intrigued about the drive system and I figure the drive is simpler than an IO, so less to go wrong on an old boat and the engine is common enough. I know cars very well, but have only been into boating a few years.
: I know there are some limitations on reverse manuverability and I've read something about some planing off issues, what else?
: Anything to look for that is a common problems to penn yans in general, this model? hull particularly, I read someone mention a soft spot on the hull on one model. How do they ride in salt water, I'll be mostly in a bay but some rough water. Is it a deep v or something else? Is this a second generation drive or 1st, what is good or bad about that?
: Give me your knowledge, be honest! I only have a couple of days to think!
Go to www.pennyanbbs.org and post this. This board has moved there are nearly 200 members there once in a while I get nostalgic and look back here to see if anything has happened!
SULLY