Thanks to all for sharing your thoughts and suggestions.... The information is so helpful.
8onthebreak - I live in north Florida - Jacksonville.
Chopdoc - I will let u know if I come across a 9 footer. I haven't talked to a mechanic yet either, but I hope to get in touch with one soon using some of the groups suggestions. I'll be glad to share any info! Let me know what is the best way to reach you.
Kicken chicken- thanks for the suggestion on the mechanic. I'm in Jacksonville so not that far off from Atlanta. For buying used the mechanic was one of my main concerns so finding a good one will really help a lot!
Thanks again to all. I'm likely to give the used market a try for a bit with the fallback of buying new if I can't find something to fit for me focusing on 4'x 8' I will circle back with more info as I move ahead.
THANK YOU