Tracker 2018 Heritage/2019 Classic edition boat

[Bisk1tSnGraV]

Anyone have an issue with the side bunk nuts breaking off if the boat hits it when idling in to load on the trailer?  I had my left one do that over the weekend.  Front of the boat hit the right one … bounced to the left one heard a pop and the front of the boat ended up on the fender.

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Is everyone getting emails from Tracker with the following? I called, but all representatives were busy. It will be great to start getting email statuses!

 

We are pleased to announce that you now can track the status of your boat as it’s scheduled, built and shipped. To do so, just call our Customer Service team at 855.580.0755 and provide your Name, Dealership Name/Location and Date of Purchase. Our team will provide you the most up-to-date information on the status of your boat.

In addition, we’ll email you updates on when your boat is scheduled for production, when it’s completed and when it’s shipped to your dealer. At that point, your dealer will notify you when it’s ready for pickup.

[Mindspread]

I got this email as well that's going to be a busy number for a couple days lol

[APC]

Did I hear some Heritage owners say earlier they were able to obtain a Minn Kota rebate from their purchase? I have my order documentation it doesn't specifically mention the Minn Kota trolling motor just wondering if other owners were able to use that form for the rebate or what documentation had to be used.

[SeriousBlack]

garmin transponder

 

 

[APC]

5 hours ago, SeriousBlack said:

Exactly how I'm wanting to set mine up... been working on the deck extension not had time to look for another Fish finder and frankly was a little overwhelmed when I started to check on what to put on the dash.. do a lot of night fishing need a GPS for sure and a unit to track my travel lines... (Cherokee Lake, TN)     Very Clean set up SB...

[slonezp]

1 hour ago, Bisk1tSnGraV said:

Anyone have an issue with the side bunk nuts breaking off if the boat hits it when idling in to load on the trailer?  I had my left one do that over the weekend.  Front of the boat hit the right one … bounced to the left one heard a pop and the front of the boat ended up on the fender.

Is that teflon tape or metal threads?

[APC]

3 minutes ago, SeriousBlack said:

transponders

 

 

Did you use the same bracket?

[slonezp]

7 minutes ago, APC said:

Did I hear some Heritage owners say earlier they were able to obtain a Minn Kota rebate from their purchase? I have my order documentation it doesn't specifically mention the Minn Kota trolling motor just wondering if other owners were able to use that form for the rebate or what documentation had to be used.

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[SeriousBlack]

2 minutes ago, APC said:

Did you use the same bracket?

I'm not sure. I had the dealer install it.

[SeriousBlack]

1 hour ago, APC said:

Exactly how I'm wanting to set mine up... been working on the deck extension not had time to look for another Fish finder and frankly was a little overwhelmed when I started to check on what to put on the dash.. do a lot of night fishing need a GPS for sure and a unit to track my travel lines... (Cherokee Lake, TN)     Very Clean set up SB...

Thanks, I'm very pleased with this setup so far without actually using it yet. Just the way I wanted it.

 

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[APC]

17 minutes ago, slonezp said:

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I sent my bill of sale in but since it did not display the Minn Kota trolling motor my claim was denied, although it was a package deal. Guess I can call maybe get a better result.  Thanks 

[slonezp]

4 minutes ago, APC said:

I sent my bill of sale in but since it did not display the Minn Kota trolling motor my claim was denied, although it was a package deal. Guess I can call maybe get a better result.  Thanks 

Demand your Tracker dealer provide you with all the relevant info needed to get the rebate.

[MCGZAC]

On 3/31/2018 at 8:40 PM, Bolar said:

 

I don't know so I'm asking...wouldn't it be more beneficial to have the bigger finder at the bow where you are fishing and driving the trolling motor? 

 

 

I’m wanting the gps and sidescan while at the wheel, both for navigational purposes and to locate fish before dropping the trolling motor in the water. I have plans to upgrade the bow unit and network the units in the future, but that will have to wait. I understand your logic when it comes having the largest screen in the location where I’ll be spending the most time (front casting deck). Attempting to get the best of both worlds for now.

[Quick44]

Shafab2.......hard to know what is going on .... I was told a week ago mine would deliver in Sept....then out of the blue I decided to call back after talking to my salesperson who was optimistic for end of April to mid May.....I called once again after speaking to him and Tracker said it was built March 21 and would ship to dealer in one to two weeks. There is no figuring....your date can change like mine....hope so....wish you well.

 

[Zigkx]

Quick44, when did you place your order?

[conceptmachine]

seems like they pull build dates out of a hat. mine is sceduled for end of June build.  I ordered Feb 23rd.  if I wanted I could  cancel and get one a couple hundred miles south and haul it home, but I'll wait.

[Zigkx]

I placed mine February 18th and was told July. 

[jaimeastin]

On 3/31/2018 at 7:37 PM, ratman said:

I sometimes get a squeal when throttling down from cruising speed,only happens sometimes has done it since beginning and have had it out 7 times now.

I've get the same squeal!  Happened 2-3 times. Made me cautious

5 hours ago, SeriousBlack said:

Thanks, I'm very pleased with this setup so far without actually using it yet. Just the way I wanted it.

 

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Looks like what I am using.  I like mine so far in the same config.  It has really hoped us find coves to fish on lakes I have never fished before.  The fishing finder works well.  I have a Garmin upfront and the lowrance on the rear deck.  It works out perfectly!  I can getting information form anywhere on the boat.    

 

Very clean setup... I am jeleous that itooks so pretty in your garage and I have mine, lol!  Mine is on the driveway ready to go fishing in the morning.  Taking a comp day.  Will take my puppy and fish all day, hopefully till night fall.  

[jaimeastin]

4 hours ago, MCGZAC said:

I’m wanting the gps and sidescan while at the wheel, both for navigational purposes and to locate fish before dropping the trolling motor in the water. I have plans to upgrade the bow unit and network the units in the future, but that will have to wait. I understand your logic when it comes having the largest screen in the location where I’ll be spending the most time (front casting deck). Attempting to get the best of both worlds for now.

That's me... Find the location first.  Having a fish finder in the bow is novelty... You will fish more than wanting to mess with that thing.  Get the best for your console so you know where to go  and how to get home....

 

I have console and now networked to share marking and such.  I use the on ont he bow and stern for quick glances, but it's the console that got me to the spot and the one I used to cruise the steam for full detail.

 

Gooduck!

5 hours ago, APC said:

I sent my bill of sale in but since it did not display the Minn Kota trolling motor my claim was denied, although it was a package deal. Guess I can call maybe get a better result.  Thanks 

Mine lists my trolling motor...  Maybe they are denying the claim because it is a package deal rather than add on.  It is not like it is a secret. I still need to submit min, but I am sure now it will.be denied as well.

[Fishing Rhino]

Regarding the squeal.  Does the motor have a supercharger or turbocharger?  They can squeal or whine as you back off the throttle.  I think it's the turbocharger that produces a whine while it's coasting or spooling down.  

[conceptmachine]

12 hours ago, slonezp said:

Is that teflon tape or metal threads?

it looks like plastic.  hmmm

[Quick44]

I ordered my  boat on February 27th.  Order according to tracker was placed March 1.  Its hard to believe anything that is told as it changes sooooooo much.  Tracker told me two days ago that my boat was built on March 21.  That it is ready  to ship and will usually reach the dealer in one to two weeks.  That being said I should receive it this Wednesday as that will be two weeks from completion date.  I saw one at the dealership yesterday figuring it could be mine.  Small privately owned dealer.  It was not.....The owner checked on its progress for me and said it was scheduled  to ship out on April 11 and was scheduled to be here 4 days later.  So go figure........no information given is consistent.  I just hope that what is given by both that I will receive it in April.  This would be far better than the original September date tracker gave me two weeks ago.   I will keep you posted and let you know when it arrives.

[ratman]

15 hours ago, Bisk1tSnGraV said:

Anyone have an issue with the side bunk nuts breaking off if the boat hits it when idling in to load on the trailer?  I had my left one do that over the weekend.  Front of the boat hit the right one … bounced to the left one heard a pop and the front of the boat ended up on the fender.

Im pretty sure they are nyloc nuts.I load mine by hand, most boat ramps around here dont allow power loading.

2 hours ago, Fishing Rhino said:

Regarding the squeal.  Does the motor have a supercharger or turbocharger?  They can squeal or whine as you back off the throttle.  I think it's the turbocharger that produces a whine while it's coasting or spooling down.  

My thoughts are the squeal has to do with the prop design,the in/out play.If you pull throttle back really slow it does not do it.

[Bolar]

So in my quest to find new places to launch from, I noticed the marine forecast for Lake Michigan had wave heights of less than a foot yesterday.  Most people go pale when talk to them about going to Lake Michigan, but I knew I was going to try it when I bought the boat.  It was fun, but it is a small boat and there is a lot of rocking and rolling even with what looks like no waves out there.  This is a good time to see if you get sea sick easily.  Zooming along at full speed can be taxing, you do tend to jump the small waves and get hull slap.  I found it easier to cruse half throttle or less.  I didn't do any fishing, but it was fun to get out there and explore.  The lake water temperature was 37 .

 

I spent a coupe of hours on the big water, then came back and fished a couple nice tributaries for the lake.  Caught a couple small bass.  I'll be back .