... but as fate would have it, I am a couple of months away from the expiration of my current employment situation.
Given the stark economic conditions I feel that I'll have to consider all employment offers, even those that may require relocation to places where I suspect it would not be cost effective to take the boat.
We live in NC, the boat is in Western Virginia. Likely relocation destinations look like Sarasota, Fl, Rochester, Mn, or maybe just north of Dallas/FW, Tx.
First, can anyone make a logical argument to support moving the boat (again... just brought it to Va from Md a few months ago) to any of those locations, as opposed to selling and buying a different boat when we get settled? I should mention that I have no interest in taking this boat in the Gulf or any Gator infested lakes in Fl. I think her fate is sealed if we move to Fl.
If not, maybe you know someone that might have an interest in a nice '86 model 3607 with twin Crusader 350s. Let me know if you do. There are pics on page 3 (I think) of the Carver pictures thread with the username "rjcress".
Geez, just typing this is surreal, as I've been chomping at the bit to get out and enjoy the boat this summer. I have a stack of parts waiting for spring to complete a few projects before "fun" season starts (reseal the upper helm hynautic pump, install a new port light, replace a sensor on the genset)... now I'm actually having trouble figuring out how I can still own and use it when summer gets here.
While I keep trying to focus on what is REALLY important (wife, kids, food, shelter, etc.), I can actually see myself downsizing the house before we consider selling the boat. Not sure that the Admiral will agree though.
Sorry to ramble, and truely sorry to post something so gloomy and depressing.
Given the stark economic conditions I feel that I'll have to consider all employment offers, even those that may require relocation to places where I suspect it would not be cost effective to take the boat.
We live in NC, the boat is in Western Virginia. Likely relocation destinations look like Sarasota, Fl, Rochester, Mn, or maybe just north of Dallas/FW, Tx.
First, can anyone make a logical argument to support moving the boat (again... just brought it to Va from Md a few months ago) to any of those locations, as opposed to selling and buying a different boat when we get settled? I should mention that I have no interest in taking this boat in the Gulf or any Gator infested lakes in Fl. I think her fate is sealed if we move to Fl.
If not, maybe you know someone that might have an interest in a nice '86 model 3607 with twin Crusader 350s. Let me know if you do. There are pics on page 3 (I think) of the Carver pictures thread with the username "rjcress".
Geez, just typing this is surreal, as I've been chomping at the bit to get out and enjoy the boat this summer. I have a stack of parts waiting for spring to complete a few projects before "fun" season starts (reseal the upper helm hynautic pump, install a new port light, replace a sensor on the genset)... now I'm actually having trouble figuring out how I can still own and use it when summer gets here.
While I keep trying to focus on what is REALLY important (wife, kids, food, shelter, etc.), I can actually see myself downsizing the house before we consider selling the boat. Not sure that the Admiral will agree though.
Sorry to ramble, and truely sorry to post something so gloomy and depressing.
Selling or moving your boat, tough decesion.The used boat market is in the crapper, seems you can't give them away. On a postive note, if you give yours away, you can steal another one, so when the day is done you should be ok.