livemusic Posted January 26, 2018 Author Posted January 26, 2018 5 hours ago, DINK WHISPERER said: Power poles, GPS an EFI and a Chevy pulling it and I'm golden! Why EFI? What is so good about it? (I don't know, lol. Is it more reliable or what? I assume you mean electronic fuel ignition.) 4 hours ago, jbuchanan said: After having a MG spot lock trolling motor on my last boat.... This will be a must. I will compromise on other upgrades to have this. Next boat first big upgrade will be the new MK Ultrex cable with spot lock. The ability to quickly hold location in deep water is awesome. Esp if your fishing solo and have to leave trolling motor for a few. Why Ultrex with cable? Why do you prefer cable? I am in need of a new troll motor on my present boat. I can make do but my old motor is sloppy. And not powerful enough. Quote
DINK WHISPERER Posted January 26, 2018 Posted January 26, 2018 @livemusic They're bullet proof imo. Easy to work on and tweak for performance. I've had many and never a single issue. Quote
Super User ChrisD46 Posted January 26, 2018 Super User Posted January 26, 2018 On 1/21/2018 at 9:12 AM, livemusic said: War Eagle 860 and Catfish models by Excel brand and Express brand. The War Eagle 860, at least a Honda 90, but wondering if I could put a 100hp or 115hp on it or whatever Honda has. These are aluminum boats. I am open to anything and I guess it doesn't have to be aluminum. The aluminum bass boats are getting nice !!! The Xpress , G3 , Crestliner , Ranger and Tracker aluminum boats running a 115 hp engine loaded can be had for les than $30K while a fiberglass boat loaded is now north of $75K !! ... Just yesterday talking to tournament buds they cited FLW and Elite guys who run loaded out aluminum boats now citing no issues with demanding use. Quote
Super User Ratherbfishing Posted January 26, 2018 Super User Posted January 26, 2018 I'm surprised no one has mentioned a cup holder yet. Oh, and a first mate who looks like Heidi Klum. 1 Quote
jbuchanan Posted January 26, 2018 Posted January 26, 2018 @livemusic The cable trolling motor will give exact response time rather than a lag the electric cable paddles give. While fishing banks or around tight areas, I like the comfort when I push the pedal the trolling motor goes the direction I want it to instantly. Quote
Super User Fishing Rhino Posted January 27, 2018 Super User Posted January 27, 2018 Big enough to handle my gear with room to spare, and provide easy access to regularly used baits, foul weather gear, and the first aid kit. Something that is stable and doesn't feel like it wants to tip over when a beefy buddy or I make sudden movements. The fastest I've seen on my GPS was 62.8 mph. I rarely push it past 45 mph, so I'm good with the outboard. The only options on the boat are, trailer brakes, retractable tie downs, and a custom cover. In six years, I haven't wanted more. That must mean I own my dream boat. Quote
Super User WRB Posted January 27, 2018 Super User Posted January 27, 2018 18' bass you don't need a dual axial trailer. Tom Quote
crypt Posted January 27, 2018 Posted January 27, 2018 good stable platform, when running or fishing.good storage.............oh yeah has magic powers to put me on fish anytime. that is my dream rig.....LOL..... Quote
Super User Way2slow Posted January 28, 2018 Super User Posted January 28, 2018 Any dream boat of mine, the very first thing on the list about all others, a clear title in my filing cabinet. If I had to make boat and insurance payments, I couldn't afford to use it. 1 Quote
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