Tracker 2018 Heritage/2019 Classic edition boat

[Bolar]

4 hours ago, michael_vu said:

There is a hollow vinyl feeling plastic tube that runs from under the console to the back of the boat. No connections on either end. Any idea what it’s for?

It's my understanding that it's for a speedometer.

 

 

3 hours ago, ratman said:

Looks like 2019 model is $2000 more,for stuff I dont want.Do not like fishfinders.

 

I saw that yesterday, the Bass Tracker Classic they are calling it.  Waiting to see the exact specs.

 

 

[ratman]

Just noticed on jaimes new video that there seems to be an aluminum plate between top bolts on transom.Dont remember mine having that.

[Bolar]

Ha, Tracker still doesn't have the '19 Heritage listed on their web  site, and on their Facebook page they show a glimpse of the boat, then you can sign up for more info.  Jamieastin has the jump on them.  Nice .

 

For me, I'm ahead with the '18 model.  I don't fish anyplace that is big enough I need two gas tanks.  Time wise, I'm always on my trolling motor.  Those fish finders won't help me anymore than what I have.  The lakes I fish are too shallow to see any fish below me.  Something with side scan would be what I'm looking for.  I got my spare for around $100, not that big of a deal and a lot cheaper than what BPS/Tracker wants  . 

 

The stainless prop on the other hand is nice.  My aluminum prop looks a little worse for wear.  It had a rough rookie season.  I'm glad Tracker is still building the Heritage.  We should have no problem getting parts during our warranty period.  It will be interesting to see how well they sell with the price increase .

 

[Happybeerbuzz]

So, I was one of the last to order my 40th Anniversary Tracker so I didn't get it until October.  As I recall, when I went to pick it up the dealer took me through the final walk through.  During the walk through of the 40HP Mercury, they made the recommendation about a special first service they offer for new motors after so many hours.  I feel like it was after 20 hours of operation at a cost of about $300ish, but don't quote me on that.  Did anyone else get this recommendation?  If so, did anyone follow through with it?  Thoughts?  

[ratman]

1 hour ago, Happybeerbuzz said:

So, I was one of the last to order my 40th Anniversary Tracker so I didn't get it until October.  As I recall, when I went to pick it up the dealer took me through the final walk through.  During the walk through of the 40HP Mercury, they made the recommendation about a special first service they offer for new motors after so many hours.  I feel like it was after 20 hours of operation at a cost of about $300ish, but don't quote me on that.  Did anyone else get this recommendation?  If so, did anyone follow through with it?  Thoughts?  

You are supposed to change the engine oil and lower unit fluid after first 20 hours.Every 100 hours after that.Had mine done first time,around $200 I think.Started doing it myself,way cheaper,easy,and does not void warranty.

[ratman]

Look's like bass tracker classic is pretty much same boat with gray carpet and seats,and 50hp for $10,995.Different graphics of course,black and red I think.Cool boat but 50hp only gets you 3mph faster.

[Big Rick]

You'll be surprised how long it takes to actually get 20 motor hours on a boat. 

[Happybeerbuzz]

19 minutes ago, Big Rick said:

You'll be surprised how long it takes to actually get 20 motor hours on a boat. 

On average, I am estimating that I have run the outboard between 1-1.5 hours per outing.  Given the size of my lakes, I could see adding another hour to that total eventually when I start exploring my lakes further, but the urge to start fishing tends to take control.  I have yet to use more than half the six gallon tank on an outing. 

[ratman]

16 minutes ago, Happybeerbuzz said:

On average, I am estimating that I have run the outboard between 1-1.5 hours per outing.  Given the size of my lakes, I could see adding another hour to that total eventually when I start exploring my lakes further, but the urge to start fishing tends to take control.  I have yet to use more than half the six gallon tank on an outing. 

You can get cheap little hour meter on amazon,easy to install and mine has worked great so far.Just took boat out for 50th trip yesterday and have about 70 hours on engine.Caught three on a DT6 yellow perch.

[slonezp]

On 12/13/2018 at 4:35 PM, Big Rick said:

You'll be surprised how long it takes to actually get 20 motor hours on a boat. 

Takes about 20 hours

[Big Rick]

10 hours ago, slonezp said:

Takes about 20 hours

Maybe I should have dumbed down my statement to a lower level of education to make sure you understood my point. So, here goes.  Try to read it carefully so you'll fully understand. 

 

You'll be surprised how long it takes to actually accumulate 20 engine hours on an outboard. You don't run the engine nearly as long as it seems. 

 

Hope that clarifies, slonezp.  ?

[slonezp]

26 minutes ago, Big Rick said:

Maybe I should have dumbed down my statement to a lower level of education to make sure you understood my point. So, here goes.  Try to read it carefully so you'll fully understand. 

 

You'll be surprised how long it takes to actually accumulate 20 engine hours on an outboard. You don't run the engine nearly as long as it seems. 

 

Hope that clarifies, slonezp.  ?

I run it just the right amount.?

[Big Rick]

1 minute ago, slonezp said:

I run it just the right amount.?

Ha! You da man..  Anyone can deliver a punch. It takes a man to take a punch and come right back. well done

[slonezp]

5 hours ago, Big Rick said:

Ha! You da man..  Anyone can deliver a punch. It takes a man to take a punch and come right back. well done

That punch missed me like a fart in a windstorm. I do 60-80 hours annually from ice out to ice up.

[SeriousBlack]

It's going to be a long winter...

[michael_vu]

Installed the recessed foot pedal. Took it out this weekend. No complaints at all. 

[Bolar]

12 hours ago, michael_vu said:

Installed the recessed foot pedal. Took it out this weekend. No complaints at all. 

 

Pics?

 

[michael_vu]

13 hours ago, Bolar said:

 

Pics?

 

It’ll have to wait until I get to a computer. The pics on my phone are too big. 

[michael_vu]

From the looks of it, I need to take off the deck to install a new trolling motor. Is this correct?

[Bolar]

1 hour ago, michael_vu said:

From the looks of it, I need to take off the deck to install a new trolling motor. Is this correct?

 

Just the front plate that has the plug for the trolling motor. 

[ratman]

New bass tracker classic is same exact boat with different rims,grey instead of brown,and a 50hp.Personally I don't like all the white on graphics.Does not say anything about free cover or gift card?

[Bolar]

4 hours ago, ratman said:

New bass tracker classic is same exact boat with different rims,grey instead of brown,and a 50hp.Personally I don't like all the white on graphics.Does not say anything about free cover or gift card?

 

I saw that.   I'll keep my Heritage for now. 

 

[ratman]

First noticed when I was watching jaimes video that there is now an aluminum plate for top 2 bolts on transom.Was looking at the gallery of pics on the bass tracker classic site and it has same plate.Just thinking they realized it needed beefed up or something.I guess Ill have to make one for mine then.Just wondering if anyone else has noticed this.Not on facebook so I can't share it with those guys.

[Bolar]

11 hours ago, ratman said:

First noticed when I was watching jaimes video that there is now an aluminum plate for top 2 bolts on transom.Was looking at the gallery of pics on the bass tracker classic site and it has same plate.Just thinking they realized it needed beefed up or something.I guess Ill have to make one for mine then.Just wondering if anyone else has noticed this.Not on facebook so I can't share it with those guys.

 

I just found that.  Interesting, my transom still looks good.  You could always contact Tracker and see what they say. 

 

[slonezp]

17 hours ago, ratman said:

First noticed when I was watching jaimes video that there is now an aluminum plate for top 2 bolts on transom.Was looking at the gallery of pics on the bass tracker classic site and it has same plate.Just thinking they realized it needed beefed up or something.I guess Ill have to make one for mine then.Just wondering if anyone else has noticed this.Not on facebook so I can't share it with those guys.

Probably less about beefing it up and more about displacing the force