Hadn't seen this thread before and read it from start to end the other night, wish I hadn't as had fitful dreams all night about welding! Ususally I dream about more enjoyable things. Having had an opportunity for a short ride in Ric's cat on a rather lumpy day all I can say is the the ride is simply WOW! I remember we came alongside a big Haines, gave them a quick "hello" put the hammer down and zoomed off leaving them for dead, spectacular!