Super User Redlinerobert Posted June 27, 2016 Author Super User Posted June 27, 2016 26.5 Pitch Bravo 1 XS according to the powers that be at Mercury Racing. Quote
Super User J Francho Posted June 28, 2016 Super User Posted June 28, 2016 The new Pro Max might have a fitment for that beast! Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted June 28, 2016 Author Super User Posted June 28, 2016 Spoke to a rep at Mercury Racing regarding break in procedure and a propeller. They were very helpful. Based on the hull and the motor the suggestion was the 26.5, so I'm going to start there and see how it runs. Right now I'm still trying to figure out getting the boat to CA. Hopefully it will be on a truck in the next couple days out to me. I won't be able to pick up the boat until sometime next week. It's going to the dealership to make sure all is in order. Realistically I won't be able to get it out on the water for a couple weeks. I have a busy work schedule for the next several days. After a break in on our big lake then a trip to 'Lake X" will be first stop. I've not been there in several years, even thought I've been paying my membership dues for the last 5 without a single visit. Looking forward to getting back on the water! 2 Quote
Super User fishnkamp Posted June 28, 2016 Super User Posted June 28, 2016 Are you feeling like the kid in a candy store yet? Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted June 28, 2016 Author Super User Posted June 28, 2016 18 minutes ago, fishnkamp said: Are you feeling like the kid in a candy store yet? 3 Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted July 12, 2016 Author Super User Posted July 12, 2016 Boat is shrink wrapped and on a trailer on it's way to CA. Should be here Friday. Won't be able to pick her up until the following Wednesday from my Ranger dealer. 5 Quote
Super User WRB Posted July 13, 2016 Super User Posted July 13, 2016 On June 24, 2016 at 7:51 PM, Redlinerobert said: Trophy Plus 27 is rated for motors up to 225, I'm running the 300 3.2 stroker. On June 26, 2016 at 11:22 AM, Redlinerobert said: Well I think I've found a company to haul my boat. Hope to have it by next weekend. Contact Phil's Props in Redding. Tom 1 Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted July 19, 2016 Author Super User Posted July 19, 2016 Boat made it safe to my local Ranger dealer Saturday. It's going to need a good detail job. the shrink wrap rubbed on certain areas and left marks. Not too big of a deal, but a hassle none the less. I'm sure it would have been much worse had the boat not been covered. Ordered new windscreens and headrests for the cockpit seats. They were damaged the most. The cowling will need to be buffed out as well. All in all very happy to have the boat. It's been a few years since I sold the last one, so looking forward to getting back on the water. Probably won't be able to pick it up until sometime next week. Busy week of work for me and they're quite busy at the Ranger shop. Also ordered the TH Marine alarm and a pair of JL Audio marine 6.5 speakers to replace the stock units. 2 Quote
Super User tcbass Posted August 24, 2016 Super User Posted August 24, 2016 On June 24, 2016 at 9:29 PM, J Francho said: Trophy Plus 27. Have Croxton make it nice for you. Cup it and plug it! What does 'cut and plug it' mean? Quote
Super User J Francho Posted August 24, 2016 Super User Posted August 24, 2016 Cupped means just that - custom work to cup the fins of the prop. Often you plug the exhaust vents on a performance prop for better hole shot. Quote
Super User tcbass Posted August 24, 2016 Super User Posted August 24, 2016 39 minutes ago, J Francho said: Cupped means just that - custom work to cup the fins of the prop. Often you plug the exhaust vents on a performance prop for better hole shot. Thx. Quote
Super User K_Mac Posted August 30, 2016 Super User Posted August 30, 2016 Hey Redline! Just curious about the new boat. I hope it is exactly what you were looking for. Give us an update! Quote
Super User tcbass Posted August 30, 2016 Super User Posted August 30, 2016 On 7/19/2016 at 0:13 PM, Redlinerobert said: Boat made it safe to my local Ranger dealer Saturday. It's going to need a good detail job. the shrink wrap rubbed on certain areas and left marks. Not too big of a deal, but a hassle none the less. I'm sure it would have been much worse had the boat not been covered. Ordered new windscreens and headrests for the cockpit seats. They were damaged the most. The cowling will need to be buffed out as well. All in all very happy to have the boat. It's been a few years since I sold the last one, so looking forward to getting back on the water. Probably won't be able to pick it up until sometime next week. Busy week of work for me and they're quite busy at the Ranger shop. Also ordered the TH Marine alarm and a pair of JL Audio marine 6.5 speakers to replace the stock units. Is the dealer paying for all the damage from delivery? Quote
Super User Redlinerobert Posted September 1, 2016 Author Super User Posted September 1, 2016 Well, took a drive out to the dealer today. She's just about ready to be picked up from all of the work that was done. Still waiting on a lower cowling that's on back order, and looks like DMV has finally sorted out the paperwork. Apparently, buying a boat from a dealer in LA and registering in CA can be a little time consuming. All in all, I'll be picking up the boat in a couple weeks. Just the same, I've been so busy that it just would have sat in my barn for this time anyway. Looking forward to filling her up with tackle and going out on the maiden fishing trip! 6 Quote
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