[quote=DamonLinkous][quote=socalsailor]I'm a new sailor looking closely at the Getaway with wings as my first cat for all the reasons discussed on this site. Here is my criteria and a few questions for the members. My budget--for boat and trailer and parts, if needed, is 10K or less.[/quote]
[quote=socalsailor]Thanks for the advice everyone. I hadn't thought about the need for a transmission cooler! I will look into that before I purchase the boat. [/quote]
socalsailor,
First, Welcome to TheBeachcats.com! You are in a wonderful area with great weather and water.
On the transmission cooler, it might not seem obvious but the tow rating of 1,500 pounds is OK for the weight of the boat/trailer/gear but doesn't account for wind resistance and hills. Your beachcat on the trailer will be much wider than your car and so creates a lot of drag at interstate speeds. Easy for the tranny to overheat and wear prematurely.[/quote]
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