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Re: How old is your boat? [Re: RTM] #13912297 03/05/21 08:11 PM
Joined: Aug 2018 Posts: 587 TX S Slicefixer Pro Angler
Slicefixer Pro Angler S Joined: Aug 2018 Posts: 587 TX	Originally Posted by RTM 2003 Skeeter ZX 200 Helix 10s, 360, Talons. Man, she's a beaut! Gj

Moritz Chevrolet - 9101 Camp Bowie W Blvd, Fort Worth, TX - Monte Coon (817) 696-2003

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912300 03/05/21 08:14 PM
Joined: Aug 2018 Posts: 587 TX S Slicefixer Pro Angler
Slicefixer Pro Angler S Joined: Aug 2018 Posts: 587 TX	2003 Fisher Pro-Hawk 180 Completely renovated in '20 ( still ongoing) 75hp Merc (but on the hunt for a 115 😉) 24v Ultrex, etc Last edited by Slicefixer; 03/05/21 08:40 PM. Gj

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912307 03/05/21 08:18 PM
Joined: Aug 2003 Posts: 8,112 Alba, Texas R Ranger1 TFF Celebrity
Ranger1 TFF Celebrity R Joined: Aug 2003 Posts: 8,112 Alba, Texas	04 Cougar

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912315 03/05/21 08:21 PM
Joined: Jun 2013 Posts: 311 Rusk, America R Ranger 188 Angler
Ranger 188 Angler R Joined: Jun 2013 Posts: 311 Rusk, America	First point: As long as it’s 100% composite (most since 2000) and has a reliable motor I think an older boat is great, should last a long time. Easy to update TM and electronics to keep up with the times. Second point: With global warming, oh sorry we don’t call it that anymore especially after the latest polar vortex , with climate change and the world ending in 10-12 years who wants to waste money on a new boat. Third point: Is anybody working to develop an all electric outboard motor? Just saying.

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912323 03/05/21 08:28 PM
Joined: May 2008 Posts: 1,768 Harker Heights G greenen Extreme Angler
greenen Extreme Angler G Joined: May 2008 Posts: 1,768 Harker Heights	2009 Triton 18XS bought in 2011 and paid for in 2 years. Still fits fine for me although I'd love a couple more feet of length for other fishermen in the boat.

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912344 03/05/21 08:53 PM
Joined: Jul 2020 Posts: 42 R RaptorRunner Outdoorsman
RaptorRunner Outdoorsman R Joined: Jul 2020 Posts: 42	Had a 1997 Cobra I kept for 12 years. Sold it and ordered a Z521 Ranger in summer 2012 so going on nine years. I do have the itch for a new rig though. Last edited by RaptorRunner; 03/05/21 08:53 PM.

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912348 03/05/21 08:58 PM
Joined: May 2017 Posts: 572 K Kodyjoe Pro Angler
Kodyjoe Pro Angler K Joined: May 2017 Posts: 572	2000 Cobra 201d 225 Mercury 225 efi. Bought new for 25000. Still looks new. Original everything still on boat , same carpet. Wouldnt trade if i could. Have had people wanting to buy it few times but not for sale

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912366 03/05/21 09:16 PM
Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,766 Keller, Texas T TxDanFishMan Extreme Angler
TxDanFishMan Extreme Angler T Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 1,766 Keller, Texas	1987 Nitro with a Yamaha ProV 150, still running (knock on wood), Taking it out next weekend for the first time in 2021, hope it still gets me there and back. Last edited by TxDanFishMan; 03/07/21 04:54 PM. Slide right, coming in .... Fish On!

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Ranger 188] #13912367 03/05/21 09:16 PM
Joined: Mar 2020 Posts: 531 1 1956Zebco Pro Angler
1956Zebco Pro Angler 1 Joined: Mar 2020 Posts: 531	Originally Posted by Ranger 188 First point: As long as it’s 100% composite (most since 2000) and has a reliable motor I think an older boat is great, should last a long time. Easy to update TM and electronics to keep up with the times. Second point: With global warming, oh sorry we don’t call it that anymore especially after the latest polar vortex , with climate change and the world ending in 10-12 years who wants to waste money on a new boat. Third point: Is anybody working to develop an all electric outboard motor? Just saying. They've developed the electric main motor - but cord storage is a problem. Big Bass Deep Diving Spinner: https://youtu.be/nSH_KKAiuB4 Zebco 33 O-Ring Replacement (all years): https://youtu.be/NEU56UGzxXo Big Bass Toothpick Trick: https://youtu.be/QC0emZqU36M Crappie Tip: https://youtu.be/27AuG3CEpOs Zebco 33 Restore & Lube: https://youtu.be/_4BTSEVcbQ4 More: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPSsiJFU2JVh-dfIn1jfZDg/

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912385 03/05/21 09:34 PM
Joined: Jul 2016 Posts: 308 Shady Shores DBGSIG Angler
DBGSIG Angler Joined: Jul 2016 Posts: 308 Shady Shores	2007 Charger 496tf

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912389 03/05/21 09:36 PM
Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 2,073 Joshua, TX S SoonerDG Extreme Angler
SoonerDG Extreme Angler S Joined: Feb 2002 Posts: 2,073 Joshua, TX	Currently fishing out of a 94 Ranger 364v with a 2008 Etec 150. Just upgraded all the electronics, added Ultrex, Livescope and added hydraulic steering. My only wishes are that it had a full casting deck (i can always add that), that it was a bit longer and had better tackle storage. The last is the only real reason i would consider upgrading. It runs about 60 which is plenty for me. Last edited by SoonerDG; 03/05/21 09:37 PM. "Life is a matter of luck and the odds of success are in no way enhanced by extreme caution." - Erich Topp, German U-boat Commander, 1943. When in doubt, set the hook.

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912437 03/05/21 10:23 PM
Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,364 T TPACK Extreme Angler
TPACK Extreme Angler T Joined: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,364	I bough this "Deck Boat" new in 1995(26 years) . I replaced all of the bearings this week for the first time. I have had to replace the stator and that is all as far as repairs go.

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912450 03/05/21 10:36 PM
Joined: Jan 2019 Posts: 110 Richmond, TX J JILAS Outdoorsman
JILAS Outdoorsman J Joined: Jan 2019 Posts: 110 Richmond, TX	1980 Ebbtide Dyna-Trak 166SS; 1980 Mercury ELPT 140HP. We moved 3 times so built 3 car 25'+ deep garages for boat with each move. Before each move, my wife asked if we could built a house for wife & 4 kids at same time building garages. I replied "SURE" which explains why we have been married ~42 years and counting. I still have same boat and SAME wife!! Boat runs great and in great condition!! People ask if I will get new boat and I reply "I will have to get new wife before new boat!!!" [i][/i][u][/u]

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912476 03/05/21 10:51 PM
Joined: Oct 2009 Posts: 10,818 Inola, Oklahoma rj74955 TFF Guru
rj74955 TFF Guru Joined: Oct 2009 Posts: 10,818 Inola, Oklahoma	I'll put a new motor on it one of these days, it only has about 2000 hours on it.

Re: How old is your boat? [Re: Cmack] #13912485 03/05/21 10:55 PM
Joined: May 2008 Posts: 10,257 Magnolia, Texas R Rayzor TFF Guru
Rayzor TFF Guru R Joined: May 2008 Posts: 10,257 Magnolia, Texas	I am not the original owner but my boat is 20 years old. The previous owner replaced the original trailer. This one is a 2006. Other than some lower units, I have only had to rebuild the fuel pump. I have put a new trolling motor, windshields, a few helm instruments, Am/FM/satellite radio, steering helm and GPS/Fish finders on it. I put the power pole on it. Attached Files Last edited by Rayzor; 03/05/21 10:56 PM. Be safe, Rayzor 2001 Triton Tx-21/225 Mercury EFI

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