19 hours ago, Mindspread said:

Since the boat does not come with an hour meter, I ordered this one from Amazon. This will make it much easier or even possible to track the number of hours on the motor. For those of you that may not know this is an inductive hour meter it keeps track of running hours by the firing of the spark plug. I just have to remember to add around 2.5 hours for the first run in that the meter was not on the motor.

 

 

 

I got the exact same one before I took delivery.  I used it before I installed a meter on the dash.

 

I guess tracker is making up for the lost of selling the great deal of a boat the 40 anniversary tracker was... Who said the Pro 170 was under powered worth that Mercury 150?!

 

Get yours today for $28K!

1 hour ago, jaimeastin said:

I guess tracker is making up for the lost of selling the great deal of a boat the 40 anniversary tracker was... Who said the Pro 170 was under powered worth that Mercury 150?!

 

Get yours today for $28K!

I seen that!! Crazy!!

Looks like sale will be way down on the Pro 170 for a little while. Screw up of the year there. LOL

Where did that ad come from?  LOL, 170 is a 50 hp max.  In fact, 115 is the max for for their mod V models.

The small 1/8" tube running from the transom to the console is for a future speedometer for those who were wondering. Has anyone else had any small problems? my horn went out first, if I unbolt it and tap on it it'll blow and then die out, tested the power and it is good. Also my cranking battery tie down strap broke on the clip were they snap together. I replaced the horn with a ooga horn ($9.99 harbor freight) and replaced the battery strap with BPS battery/fuel tank strap ($10.99) and it is 100x's stronger due to having metal buckles instead of plastic. Ive put 60+ hours on this thing so im not really complaining.

That’s the price of a pro team 195. Has to be a mistake somewhere 

Wow...that is odd.  

Actually, a 195 TXW w/ a 150 is $25,595.

1 hour ago, J Francho said:

Where did that ad come from?  LOL, 170 is a 50 hp max.  In fact, 115 is the max for for their mod V models.

Latest catalog I received in the mail.  I think the pricing might be the 40th anniversary tracker, high end one.

https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/online-catalogs?catalogCode=BassPro/SummerAngler_18_cat

 

It is in their online catalog too: page 34

Someone dropped the ball.

You don't think that brand new 150 4 stroke is jacking up the value?  $17,000 for the motor - $10,000 for hull and accessories?  

 

Although...I have not read the fine print.

I'm talking about the misprint.

Yeah, it has to be a misprint. 

I'd rather take a Nitro Z18 for $2K more.

Just now, J Francho said:

I'd rather take a Nitro Z18 for $2K more.

Absolutely.  That's a no brainer....especially for resale value.  

 

I'm still scratching my head on this, lol.  

3 hours ago, BaitinBayou said:

The small 1/8" tube running from the transom to the console is for a future speedometer for those who were wondering. Has anyone else had any small problems? my horn went out first, if I unbolt it and tap on it it'll blow and then die out, tested the power and it is good. Also my cranking battery tie down strap broke on the clip were they snap together. I replaced the horn with a ooga horn ($9.99 harbor freight) and replaced the battery strap with BPS battery/fuel tank strap ($10.99) and it is 100x's stronger due to having metal buckles instead of plastic. Ive put 60+ hours on this thing so im not really complaining.

 

You could have taken it back and they would fix all of that.  Of course, you will have more fun with the new horn.  I replaced my battery straps also, I couldn't get them tight.

 

One small problem I have is the front seat base clicks loudly when I lean back in it.  I mentioned this when I took it in for the fuel pump inspection.  They said I could wait until fall to take it in, so they don't have the boat tied up for 2-3 weeks now, and miss any time on the water.  My only other problem is I'm not in the boat enough .

 

2 hours ago, Bolar said:

 

You could have taken it back and they would fix all of that.  Of course, you will have more fun with the new horn.  I replaced my battery straps also, I couldn't get them tight.

 

One small problem I have is the front seat base clicks loudly when I lean back in it.  I mentioned this when I took it in for the fuel pump inspection.  They said I could wait until fall to take it in, so they don't have the boat tied up for 2-3 weeks now, and miss any time on the water.  My only other problem is I'm not in the boat enough .

 

Yeah I know I could have but I rather "upgrade" the parts so it wont happen again. I did think about getting a new stock horn from them to have as backup though. I had the same problem with the straps not getting very tight too, the new one will tighten up good though, I should have changed them ahead of time like you did.

It's odd because the price would be lower if the HP was wrong. I just made sure it wasn't April Fools Day.

The pull straps on the batteries are difficult to say the least to get tight but they also work there way lose. The ones I think you guys are talking about have more of a cam locking action like what comes on the boat for your transom straps,those are much better.

 

Any tips for cleaning the hull have only been out a hand full if times and I already have a nice water line on the side if my hull.The discoloration was there after the first run. I know jaime had a video about cleaning and care but I'm unsure if cleaning and protecting the hull was covered. I have been looking at shark hide protectant but I'm not sure about the cleaner. Seems like 303 protectant is like Frank's Red Hot.

15 hours ago, Mindspread said:

The pull straps on the batteries are difficult to say the least to get tight but they also work there way lose. The ones I think you guys are talking about have more of a cam locking action like what comes on the boat for your transom straps,those are much better.

 

Any tips for cleaning the hull have only been out a hand full if times and I already have a nice water line on the side if my hull.The discoloration was there after the first run. I know jaime had a video about cleaning and care but I'm unsure if cleaning and protecting the hull was covered. I have been looking at shark hide protectant but I'm not sure about the cleaner. Seems like 303 protectant is like Frank's Red Hot.

I use straight simple green on my boat every time I take it out the water. Just hose it off real good when your done just like any other cleaner. Never use purple power on aluminum though, it will pit bad. If you leave the water film on too long it won't come off with simple green also. Best to pull off to the side of the boat ramp and wipe it while it's still wet with a rag to get most off.

Anyone have issues putting on new transducer,seem's like holes on boat are to low.Putting a garmin striker 7sv on.Don't want to drill anymore holes in transom.guess i'll have to put a block on,also have to patch big hole on dash where they mounted old fish finder.Instructions don't say how far below bottom of boat transducer should be

I made a few new mods to my boat... New video ideo to come tomorrow.  

 

The biggest check is the Bimini top.  My wife and I entered into a catfish contest.  We didn't win, but just sitting for a fish to bite in 90+ degrees was nice under the Bimini top.  Although I still got a migraine from the heat, it was after we left the lake rather than during the fishing.  I will provide install instructions later

 

The install was easy. 

1 hour ago, The1Fist said:

Yeah, and with 100+ temps it's worth EVERY PENNY

 I installed mine yesterday and it is husband tested, wore approved.  We love it.  It was awesome today.  It cooled things down at least 10+ degrees.  Made it comfortable.  So comfortable, it was hard to standup and fish... Although before we put it up, we were standing up and fishing somewhat comfortable and very hot.   It was easy to install and only $145 on Amazon.

Steering wheel cap also came off while driving down interstate. Called BP and they ordered a new one. Also has anyone had problems with the flimsy rod holders?