Thanks Sammyslabber--- Pretty much decided to book the 6 hr economy. Rates are very reasonable as long as the boat floats and the crew know what they are doing.
With the economy that way it is, cheaper does not necessarily mean second rate. Last trip to Mexico (Acapulco) was great for fishing--- just nervous as hell with the druggies running wild on the main street. But my bro in law and i hired a 40 ft cruiser (Older, but well maintained) with a crew of two and a skipper for $270 US for a full day. Got some excellent sailfish too. The crew worked the gear hard for us , so we tipped $100 for each sail (3)