Whalers?

[doc_texoma]

I've been a lake boater for quite some time in the North Texas area but I've been trolling some of the west coast forums and I recently have stumbled across the "whaler" type boat - NOT a boston whaler - but the center console low profile performance type of whaler.

Long story short - I want one - and mainly the 28 ft Canyon Silhouette ....

They are pretty rare though, so I was curious if maybe the educated folks here might guide me towards similar boats? I am looking for something to carry a cove worth of people around in (i.e. something 24ft or bigger likely), I do want the whaler style, and I also want an i/o...

Any suggestions of other brands I should look for? I know Eliminator made a very nice looking whaler, but I think it was only 21 or 22 feet...

Thanks for any and all input....

Doc

 

[RiverDave]

Whalers that big I would look at Campbell but they are hard to find as well...

Just curious why a west coast lower freeboard deal over one of the east coast fish / party rigs?

 

[Boschma]

We had an eliminator back in the 80's. Such a nice boat. I've never seen anything this style over 21ft.

 

[TPC]

Trophys have been built by Whaler for the past 3+ years.
From the rags I've read they get a higher rating than Mako, J-boat or just about any other similar rig out there.
Thick, well laid hull and design + gone are the cheap-o rigging, engine, driveline and electricals of Trophys past.
It's NOW all finess kine' Mercury.

Worth considering, they are a great value.
Most often the biggest selling boat at the shows.
It's the Ford F 150 of the boating world IMHO.

 

[Boschma]

Doc do you boat on Texoma?

 

[CampbellCarl]

This 28' Campbell Whaler is/was owned by the owners of Campbell Boat Company. Since Bob passed, Judy owns and is for sale. Twin SBC's with V-drives. Forward of helm is a tapper with 1/2 barrel capacity, lit dance floor and if I recall correctly CG certified seating for 18 or 20 people.

 

[RiverDave]

How much do they want for it Carl?

 

[CampbellCarl]

How much do they want for it Carl?

$45 Large but its been for sale for a long time. I'm sure she'd take less. Oh, and I found the CG seating is 25 people. It'd be the perfect Parker bar hopper boat for you and 24 of your closest friends...

 

[Boschma]

Wow that would be perfect for the river!

 

[Boschma]

Looks like these guy are building them......
http://dcucciboats.net/

 

[Old Texan]

You're in Texas, come down to the coast and drive around. Center console offshore boats are everywhere. Fast and take bigwater, they are the perfect solution to getting farther offshore for day trips.

Research Gulf Coast dealers and you'll find just what you want.

http://www.boattrader.com/browse/saltwater-fishing-boats/texas

 

[TBulger]

Carl, boy would I love that, wonder if they'll take a 22' Schiada Whaler in trade?

 

[CampbellCarl]

Carl, boy would I love that, wonder if they'll take a 22' Schiada Whaler in trade?

Doubtful Tom, Campbell Boats is out of business so it would be a trade to Judy and I don't think she'd want another boat and probably wouldn't want to be seen in anything other than a Campbell....

 

[TBulger]

Carl, have you ever seen this run? Probably just perfect shape, I'd guess from what I see.

 

[CampbellCarl]

Carl, have you ever seen this run? Probably just perfect shape, I'd guess from what I see.

Yes. I was aboard for one of the Campbell Regattas some years back. I think it had SBF's in it then (original) then it was repowered to injected SBC's a few years back. The 28's are BIG boats! 10' beam and all! Perfect party boat with a huge stereo, beer on tap and a lit dance floor.

Been trying to convince RD that this is the 'perfect' Parker bar hopper..

C

 

[Cole Trickle]

Carl, have you ever seen this run? Probably just perfect shape, I'd guess from what I see.

Do it!!!

That thing is cool...

What's the deal on your schiada whaler? Got any pics?

 

[Outdrive1]

$45 Large but its been for sale for a long time. I'm sure she'd take less. Oh, and I found the CG seating is 25 people. It'd be the perfect Parker bar hopper boat for you and 24 of your closest friends...

Holy shit I want that.

 

[Cole Trickle]

Holy shit I want that.

Lol...I was thinking the same thing.

 

[GET SOME]

Party with a lot of style right there

 

[Just Ducky]

I have a 22 schiada whaler and love it.I know they can't build them any more due to the deck mold being gone but I wonder what the cost would be to duplicate mine or what d'cucci is doing them for.That campbell is freakin huge!

 

[doc_texoma]

Thanks for all of the responses... Here are some replies...

I really am not into the whole west coast scene with flamed paint and jets/vdrives.. But I have seen several of these low profile/older whaler boats that look like they would be KICK ass redone in solid white or two tone similar to lake boats around here (texas) or some of the "East coast" offshore boats.. Its really more about my taste than it is geographics though.. I just really like unique styles and while I dont like vdrive/jet, I have seen the Silhouette and Liberator (as well as others) in i/o and outboard....

The $45k boat posted.. completely blows my price range.. I've seen the Silhouettes and Liberators ready to run (of course 198x models) for around $10k and under.. This is what I seek - or a rebuilder.

No interest in a true boston whaler or "offshore center console"..

I do indeed boat on Texoma as well as Lake Murray in OK, Broken Bow, and some other North Texas lakes..

There was a guy here and on Scream and Fly who had a beater whaler with brown interior that would have been perfect - but it was some time ago.. I PM'd him with no response so Im assuming it was sold..

I appreciate all the help and look forward to more discussion on the subject....

Doc

 

[TBulger]

Do it!!!

That thing is cool...

What's the deal on your schiada whaler? Got any pics?

Here's the pictures of the 22 Schiada Whaler, love it. Have talked about restoring it now for 2 Years. It is real good in most areas, gel, interior and trailer; the sbc motor,
volvo drive and rigging work fine, but should be updated. Thus the dilemma, no matter how much you spend, it's worth the same. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

ps was a Lake Mead boat before we got her.

 

[ka0tyk]

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/sgv/boa/4316673038.html

clean lookin little runner with motor for a great price.

 

[Vegaskeith]

I picked this up in November. Putting it up in the for sale section today. Boat just like my dad had came up for sale. I need to sale this first.

 

[Cole Trickle]

Here's the pictures of the 22 Schiada Whaler, love it. Have talked about restoring it now for 2 Years. It is real good in most areas, gel, interior and trailer; the sbc motor,
volvo drive and rigging work fine, but should be updated. Thus the dilemma, no matter how much you spend, it's worth the same. Any thoughts would be appreciated.

ps was a Lake Mead boat before we got her.

nice boat....

I'm thinking you should purchase the 28' Cambell and sell me the Schiada for a fair deal:eek

 

[HolyMoly]

I've got a Nordic 22' Whaler that I'm willing to part with fairly cheap. It is capped as a whaler. Full resto project. Here is a link to my ad here on RDP: http://www.riverdavesplace.com/foru...unner-Whaler-3500-obo&highlight=nordic+whaler

I love the whaler setup. I hate to sell it, but at the rate I'm completing projects around here with 5 kids, that boat is going to sit for another 10+ years before I ever work on it.

I was originally asking $5k. But dropped it to $3,500. I'd take $2500 for it at this point. Would love to see someone bring this back to life.

 

[Boschma]

That Schiada is a nice boat. Would make a great family cruiser. I got to check it out for a while last year at Pirate's:thumbsup

 

[Beaujack82]

I've got a Nordic 22' Whaler that I'm willing to part with fairly cheap. It is capped as a whaler. Full resto project. Here is a link to my ad here on RDP: http://www.riverdavesplace.com/foru...unner-Whaler-3500-obo&highlight=nordic+whaler

I love the whaler setup. I hate to sell it, but at the rate I'm completing projects around here with 5 kids, that boat is going to sit for another 10+ years before I ever work on it.

I was originally asking $5k. But dropped it to $3,500. I'd take $2500 for it at this point. Would love to see someone bring this back to life.

Hi do u have any pictures
619.654.9850

 

[4Waters]

Hi do u have any pictures
619.654.9850

9yo thread, SMH

 

[rivermobster]

Hi do u have any pictures
619.654.9850

Always check the dates on a thread.

 

[Racedirt]

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[Desert Whaler]

The piece of furniture in front of the CC is epic . . . did it originally come with china and serving for 12 ?
The faux parquet flooring is golden as well.
I'd hunt down some shag carpet throw rugs for wiping your feet.
And that bar needs some old school 'Lucite Grapes' !!!!!

 

[81eliminator]

This 28' Campbell Whaler is/was owned by the owners of Campbell Boat Company. Since Bob passed, Judy owns and is for sale. Twin SBC's with V-drives. Forward of helm is a tapper with 1/2 barrel capacity, lit dance floor and if I recall correctly CG certified seating for 18 or 20 people.

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That’s an awesome boat! It was at the LA boat show way back!

 

[PSI PLUMBER]

I recently inherited this project. My father-in-law was about 60% done with it when he passed away. Would like to get it put back together. I know that the motor, vdrive and trans are all freshly rebuilt. The pictures with the interior were taken before it was pulled apart to redo the floors. Does anybody have suggestions for somebody in Havasu to work with on this project.

 

[Orange Juice]

Looks like all the hard work is done. Outdrive might know someone who can help.

 

[SoCalDave]

9yo thread, SMH

TTT