Well, I figured I should introduce my self so here it goes. My name is Bryan I am a long time Parker admirer to the point that my sons name is parker. I have a long history with Skipjack boats and they have served me well on the southern coast of California for all my fishing needs. BUT like I said above I have had my eyes on a parker for some time! last week I had the chance to pick up a 1998 2530 powered by a 7.4 gi backed by a penta dp outdrive. I know its not a Yamaha :wink: But its what was in my price range and being that I am a auto mechanic its nice to be able to do all my own engine work vs a outboard im kind of lost.. Here is a few pics of her don't be to hard as she is filthy but I look forward to being a member of this forum and hope I learn all the good and bad things I will need to know. Tight lines top photo was taken by the original owner where she was used to serve his charter fishing business. p.s I forgot to mention that she has a modified v. I look forward to the input!