97 245 Explorer

[djbinding]

Looking to move up from my 84 200XF to a 97 245 Explorer.  Any good advice on the Explorer?  I notice the draft is considerably different.  Is this due to length? Hull design? or just overall weight?

[Capt. Bob]

All three.

Your 84 XF is based on the Hialeah built CCP hull which had a shallow draft for its length. The Genmar hull is not only longer, but has a different  (plumb) bow configuration and as you stated, weighs considerably more. Nice riding hull but not a skinny water vessel.

Good luck.

[djbinding]

Thanks.  Its what I figured.. Gonna have to trim up getting out at low tide.  No rocks though!!!!

[djbinding]

Because of the solid fiberglass stringers, and composite transom, is there any issues with moisture in these hulls?  I know a moisture meter reading is always best, but from what I read on here, moisture other than in fuel tank coffin isn't so common.

[RickK]

As long as you have no leaking thru hull, it should remain dry. At least my '92 is.