They're asking $1,900. Includes the trailer, Minn Kota hand-steer trolling motor, 1986 5hp Mariner rear motor. Thoughts on if it's worth that? Motor could be liable to go at any point but they say it was run in the water 5 times in the past year.
Hi there. I’m looking to buy this portable for $150 on marketplace but the transom looks like it need repair. Would I be an easy fix? I’m good with cars and have a bunch of tools but I don’t know anything about boats. Would you ever buy this?
He’s asking 1200 for 1448 semi v hull. Hull and trailer only. Everything titled. How is it?
After months of tweaking here she is boys. Powerpole, cmc power tilt trim, trolling motor with a 20 merc pushes it 26mph. Added transom pods and she rides nice and shallow. I’m 6’3 260lbs helped tremendously with the listing as this is the tracker v guide very tippy before
Hi all. This is my dad's old 1991 Lowe 1448 that I inherited when he passed several years ago. I've finally gotten myself together enough to get this old girl out on the water and was quickly reminded the thermonuclear nature of aluminum in the summer sun. I'm not doing anything too crazy in terms of upgrades, but I am putting some EVA decking over the benches for the sake of the bottoms of my dear passengers. I have my piece cut for up front and was just going to plop it over this area wholesale, but it occurred to me that there's probably a reason for what I assume is a plug. It's about 1.25" in diameter. My best guess is that it provides access to the underside of the bench which is presumably filled with some emergency buoyancy material. My dad never had a pedestal seat on this thing and it seems unlikely to me that it'd be built in like that.
Two questions if you're willing:
#1 - what is it
#2 - can I cover it
I don't have ready access to a hole saw//bit but I'm sure I can lay hands on one. Thanks for any help!
Planning on re-wiring my War Eagle Gladiator 750 to have a larger rocker switch panel in the rear pod. Would like some feedback as this is my first time doing this. Plan on having Switch 1 as Nav/Anchor; Switch 2 Auto Bilge; Switch 3 SeeLite Hole Boss and Duckbill Lights; Switch 4 Interior & Exterior LED lights; Switch 5 Lowrance HDS9 for navigation; Switch 6 Courtesy Lights. From battery to disconnect and panel I plan on using 8 AWG and panel to accessories 16 AWG. The panel has built in push breakers and I will swap the breakers according to the drawing. Biggest concern is the relay wiring for the bow lights.
2018 Lowe 1458 with 2018 9.9 Merc. Very excited to add FFS and a Bimini.
I posted here after an unfortunate incident broke my old Mercury 2 trolling motor. Guess I won’t be scaring off the fish anymore. That thing ran off spooky fish quicker than a livescope can in shallow water ice fishing.
I also posted a pic of how I put in my power panel/switches. I was torn between keeping it all upfront or having easy access to it from either seat. I choose to make easy access from either seat. Plus I’m usually up front and I have long legs so it’s not in my way. ;)
Came across this boat for $3500 and wanted to see if it’s a good buy. Seller has titles for both boat and trailer and it comes with a few extras. Downsides are motor isn’t currently running and it’s about 5hrs away from me. What do you all think?
Yo! I picked up a mod-v 1542 with a motor guide tour 82 for $400. The boat is a 1992 Alumacraft and the motor’s 20 years old. The motor works after getting cleaned up and the body’s going to the welder to fix a wrecked transom.
My question: is a 25hp 2-stroke too big for the boat? I want to go fast but I don’t want to roll the thing. It’ll be fishing and leisure. A 15hp and 25hp console-ready are about the same price around here. I’d like to set it up for stick-steer. Hit me with that motor knowledge, doods!
This 12 ft semi v hull boat used to have a 2.3hp Honda on it. Got this boat trailer and original motor for super cheap. Replaced it with a 8hp mercury. Used to only do 6mph now will do 20. Awesome. It has this transom board outside and an even worse shape plywood one inside. Both are barely bigger than the motor footprint itself. I’m going to replace them because they’re old and rotten. For an 8hp do I need to make a full width board for inside? Or will a small set of inner and outer boards like this suffice?
Hey yall, I bought this 1648 Jon boat a couple weeks ago for a pretty good price. It’s got a hole in the bow because some idiot towed it without a roller (it was me). What’s the best way to go about fixing it? Also, the previous owner cut out the transom support legs, should I Jerry rig a replacement, or should it be alright. I plan to redo the transom some time soon, because I think it needs it. I want to add a decent floor for standing and casting, but I want to add seating too. What would yall do if this boat was yours?
I bought this boat off of marketplace and was wondering if anyone knew how old it is. It says Walmart on the side but I can’t find anything online about it
Looking for some advice on covering my seats, floor, and eventual small casting platform on my 14ft jon boat. Trying to keep it very low cost as I would best describe the boat as a "beater" and I got it with a trailer and trolling motor for $400.
What is the more cost effective option while still being comfortable on the butt and feet. Or at least more comfortable than the aluminum of the boat.
Hey all, just joined here and haven’t looked if there’s a thread on this subject or not so sorry if this is a repeat topic.
Anyway, I’m turning my Tracker 1436 into a duck boat and getting to the point I’m ready for some primer. What are some budget friendly self-etching primer options?
The overwhelming results on google are endless so I just figured I’d ask for some input from people who have painted their boats.
I made a transom riser with some aluminum angle and leftover wood from other projects to get the cavitation plate more level with the bottom of the boat. Then I started thinking, what if I want to put a larger motor on there like a 9.9 will it hold up? If not I am open to ideas to improve it, or should I just get a real jack plate or transom riser?
Looking at picking up a jon boat so that I’m able to get out on small lakes and rivers around here to fish with my son. I’m interested in building it out over the winter with decking, platform, etc. I found this Lowe 1256 locally with a trailer and Johnson 9.9. What’s this generally worth?
Finally after 2 flips I think we found the perfect fit for the family? It’s been a journey but really happy- where I ended up- $1000 for a clean no leaks solid 2006 tracker super guide w a McClain trailer, absolutely love it. When I bought it the guy told me he added that arm and pad. But I thought that pad was supposed to go under the eye. Not sure if I should chop it off and reweld or just buy a bolt on. Or just leave it. Any input help! I feel like it’s not even touching the pad honestly and it does make it hard to load sometimes at steep ramps.
Just a reference for anyone that might be considering various options. I weigh 170 pounds, and with my four-year-old and seven-year-old and a cooler and gear we can get up on plane and hit 19 miles an hour with an 8hp mercury four stroke.