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New bass boat I hope...fingers crossed!
SHRED wrote:
I put a refundable hold deposit on it and will test drive in a week from Saturday to see if I want it. It is a new 2005 Lowe 160W. I think the price is VERY good price at $11,999. It is a new boat, from a dealer, and all warranty's apply from purchase date. My research has found that most 16 footers of equal build and motor will run at least 14,999 to 16,999. It has the 50 hp E-Tec. What do you think? I am a bit excited I found this. PICS: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16004.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16003.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16002.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16001.jpg Looks like a very nice boat and a hell of a deal. The only thing I didn't see were the bunks supporting the transom. It's probably a simple adjustment but since there is so much weight there, you need to make sure it's supported. I would also get a transom saver bracket as added insurance. Enjoy! Dan |
New bass boat I hope...fingers crossed!
Dan wrote:
SHRED wrote: I put a refundable hold deposit on it and will test drive in a week from Saturday to see if I want it. It is a new 2005 Lowe 160W. I think the price is VERY good price at $11,999. It is a new boat, from a dealer, and all warranty's apply from purchase date. My research has found that most 16 footers of equal build and motor will run at least 14,999 to 16,999. It has the 50 hp E-Tec. What do you think? I am a bit excited I found this. PICS: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16004.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16003.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16002.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16001.jpg Looks like a very nice boat and a hell of a deal. The only thing I didn't see were the bunks supporting the transom. It's probably a simple adjustment but since there is so much weight there, you need to make sure it's supported. I would also get a transom saver bracket as added insurance. Enjoy! Dan Dan, I am new to boating. What are "bunks"? I know a transom saver goes from the trailer to the bottom of outboard to support the weight. |
New bass boat I hope...fingers crossed!
"SHRED" wrote in message SNIP I am new to boating. What are "bunks"? I know a transom saver goes from the trailer to the bottom of outboard to support the weight. Bunks are carpeted planks on the trailer, usually 2x4 or 2x6 pressure treated lumber. They are on the trailer and they're what the boat sits on. A boat's transom should have about an inch of bunk sticking out after it's properly snugged up against the bow stop. There is a lot of weight on the transom and when the boat is going down the road, that weight is constantly working on the stern of the boat. By having the bunks out beyond the stern of the boat, and having a transom saver, you're taking a lot of strain off the back end of the boat. If this isn't the case, usually it's a fairly simple matter to adjust the bow stop so that the boat's hull is fully supported. -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com |
New bass boat I hope...fingers crossed!
"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message ... "SHRED" wrote in message SNIP I am new to boating. What are "bunks"? I know a transom saver goes from the trailer to the bottom of outboard to support the weight. Bunks are carpeted planks on the trailer, usually 2x4 or 2x6 pressure treated lumber. They are on the trailer and they're what the boat sits on. A boat's transom should have about an inch of bunk sticking out after it's properly snugged up against the bow stop. There is a lot of weight on the transom and when the boat is going down the road, that weight is constantly working on the stern of the boat. By having the bunks out beyond the stern of the boat, and having a transom saver, you're taking a lot of strain off the back end of the boat. If this isn't the case, usually it's a fairly simple matter to adjust the bow stop so that the boat's hull is fully supported. -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com Hopefully not Pressure Treated on Shreds boat. Aluminum and copper do not go together. Make sure you do not drop pieces of copper wire into the bottom of the boat when adding electronics or drop pennies onto the floor. |
New bass boat I hope...fingers crossed!
Calif Bill wrote:
"Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers" wrote in message ... "SHRED" wrote in message SNIP I am new to boating. What are "bunks"? I know a transom saver goes from the trailer to the bottom of outboard to support the weight. Bunks are carpeted planks on the trailer, usually 2x4 or 2x6 pressure treated lumber. They are on the trailer and they're what the boat sits on. A boat's transom should have about an inch of bunk sticking out after it's properly snugged up against the bow stop. There is a lot of weight on the transom and when the boat is going down the road, that weight is constantly working on the stern of the boat. By having the bunks out beyond the stern of the boat, and having a transom saver, you're taking a lot of strain off the back end of the boat. If this isn't the case, usually it's a fairly simple matter to adjust the bow stop so that the boat's hull is fully supported. -- Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers http://www.outdoorfrontiers.com G & S Guide Service and Custom Rods http://www.herefishyfishy.com Hopefully not Pressure Treated on Shreds boat. Aluminum and copper do not go together. Make sure you do not drop pieces of copper wire into the bottom of the boat when adding electronics or drop pennies onto the floor. Thanks for that tip! |
New bass boat I hope...fingers crossed!
Steve @ OutdoorFrontiers wrote:
"SHRED" wrote in message SNIP I am new to boating. What are "bunks"? I know a transom saver goes from the trailer to the bottom of outboard to support the weight. Bunks are carpeted planks on the trailer, usually 2x4 or 2x6 pressure treated lumber. They are on the trailer and they're what the boat sits on. A boat's transom should have about an inch of bunk sticking out after it's properly snugged up against the bow stop. There is a lot of weight on the transom and when the boat is going down the road, that weight is constantly working on the stern of the boat. By having the bunks out beyond the stern of the boat, and having a transom saver, you're taking a lot of strain off the back end of the boat. If this isn't the case, usually it's a fairly simple matter to adjust the bow stop so that the boat's hull is fully supported. Thanks Steve! |
New bass boat I hope...fingers crossed!
SHRED wrote:
Dan wrote: SHRED wrote: I put a refundable hold deposit on it and will test drive in a week from Saturday to see if I want it. It is a new 2005 Lowe 160W. I think the price is VERY good price at $11,999. It is a new boat, from a dealer, and all warranty's apply from purchase date. My research has found that most 16 footers of equal build and motor will run at least 14,999 to 16,999. It has the 50 hp E-Tec. What do you think? I am a bit excited I found this. PICS: http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16004.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16003.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16002.jpg http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v4.../Lowe16001.jpg Looks like a very nice boat and a hell of a deal. The only thing I didn't see were the bunks supporting the transom. It's probably a simple adjustment but since there is so much weight there, you need to make sure it's supported. I would also get a transom saver bracket as added insurance. Enjoy! Dan Dan, I am new to boating. What are "bunks"? I know a transom saver goes from the trailer to the bottom of outboard to support the weight. Just like Steve said! Dan |
New bass boat I hope...fingers crossed!
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New bass boat I hope...fingers crossed!
John Kerr wrote:
(SHRED) I put a refundable hold deposit on it and will test drive in a week from Saturday to see if I want it. It is a new 2005 Lowe 160W. I think the price is VERY good price at $11,999. It is a new boat, from a dealer, and all warranty's apply from purchase date. My research has found that most 16 footers of equal build and motor will run at least 14,999 to 16,999. It has the 50 hp E-Tec. What do you think? I am a bit excited I found this. ====== Nice looking boat Ted! Enjoy it! I am planning a trip out that way some time this spring...maybe we can get together this time! John That would be fun. I should have the boat "decked out" by then. ted_shred at cox dot net |
New bass boat I hope...fingers crossed!
SHRED wrote:
John Kerr wrote: (SHRED) I put a refundable hold deposit on it and will test drive in a week from Saturday to see if I want it. It is a new 2005 Lowe 160W. I think the price is VERY good price at $11,999. It is a new boat, from a dealer, and all warranty's apply from purchase date. My research has found that most 16 footers of equal build and motor will run at least 14,999 to 16,999. It has the 50 hp E-Tec. What do you think? I am a bit excited I found this. ====== Nice looking boat Ted! Enjoy it! I am planning a trip out that way some time this spring...maybe we can get together this time! John That would be fun. I should have the boat "decked out" by then. ted_shred at cox dot net West Marine used to have a special discount for outfitting new boats. If you have a store in your area, give them a call. |
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