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- Mon Aug 29, 2016 9:38 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Montauk 170 Refresh
- Replies: 22
- Views: 15134
Re: Montauk 170 Refresh
Don't know about it but I do know the price will go up as it always does with a re-designed model and it also will be "better?" but that is to be seen. Wait for the new one to come out and get a discount on the new 2016 which is a great boat by itself.
- Mon Aug 29, 2016 9:35 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Fishing with Tom W. and Kate
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4572
Re: Fishing with Tom W. and Kate
Looks like you guys had fun and it's great to have a guest/crew that can clean a fish.
- Fri Aug 26, 2016 9:43 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Outrage 18/19 Mooring Cover
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3109
Re: Outrage 18/19 Mooring Cover
Couldn't you use the external tow eyes on the transom instead of the internal ones and together with the bow eye you could circumvent having to have holes in your standard mooring cover.
- Fri Aug 26, 2016 9:36 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 11 TENDER Appraisal
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3069
Re: 11 TENDER Appraisal
Will
You have a big boat and it probably isn't your first boat, therefore you know the saying 'an old boat is only worth what somebody will give you for it'.
Tenders are not as sought after as an older 13' or 15' whalers and therefore the demand rules.
Good luck in seller her.
You have a big boat and it probably isn't your first boat, therefore you know the saying 'an old boat is only worth what somebody will give you for it'.
Tenders are not as sought after as an older 13' or 15' whalers and therefore the demand rules.
Good luck in seller her.
- Fri Aug 26, 2016 9:29 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: PFD When Underway
- Replies: 18
- Views: 12411
Re: PFD When Underway
I do vessel exams and sometimes we are at a ramp offering our services to check boats and possibly help educate people. I'm happy that 95% of the boat owners asked that have us do an exam know that they are probably up to par and want to know what might be wrong so they can take action correcting it...
- Fri Aug 26, 2016 8:46 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Seasmanship and Navigation Rules
- Replies: 21
- Views: 13069
Re: Seasmanship and Navigation Rules
I love choice #4 too and Jim i bet you those two larger motor vessels didn't have a MC registration number, more likely a IL or WI number as I see that almost every weekend here on Lame Michigan coming into or out of one of the harbor entrances. Having an Admiral on board I never have the right of w...
- Fri Aug 05, 2016 4:16 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Bittersweet - Selling & Buying
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5150
Re: Bittersweet - Selling & Buying
From one great boat to another. Congrats. Like Porthole said been there done that and now even got rid of the 32ft sailboat so all is left are nice trailerable, 14ft Achilles and 15' Whaler. No regrets as we now can see more by driving to different areas instead of always being in the same surroundi...
- Thu Aug 04, 2016 10:42 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Small Drone Tracks Boat Thieves
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3210
Re: 14 yr-old uses drone to track boat thieves
Thanks. Great story. And hooray for modern technology.
- Thu Aug 04, 2016 10:32 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: The 15-footer
- Replies: 16
- Views: 11387
Re: The 15-footer
SJP2 you received a lot of comments regarding the 15 but you mentioned a 150 are you looking at a clasic 15 or the more modern 150? I have a 150 CC and we love the boat and yes it has a lot more room than the classic 15 SS. As for stability I (270 lbs) can easily stand on the aft corner (SB or Port ...
- Thu Aug 04, 2016 9:54 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2016 Montauk 150 Owner in Jacksonville
- Replies: 30
- Views: 21112
Re: 2016 Montauk 150 Owner in Jacksonville
I can't believe you Floridians complaining bout the weather. yes 100 and high humidity is not that great but hey you're surrounded by water when on the boat and therefore can jump in and cool off. He the water here in Michigan just hit finally 75 deg.F after many hot days, pretty soon it will drop d...
- Wed Jul 27, 2016 12:21 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Fuel Burn of Mercury 90; Wood Restoration; Cooler Size; Modifications
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4300
Re: Cooler Size; Wood Restoration
I believe it is a 72-quart cooler.
For restoring wood there are many options and opinions. Search on Youtube where a company by the name of Jamestown Distributors (marine equipment suppliers) has great instructional videos.
For restoring wood there are many options and opinions. Search on Youtube where a company by the name of Jamestown Distributors (marine equipment suppliers) has great instructional videos.
- Wed Jul 27, 2016 12:13 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2016 Montauk 150 Owner in Jacksonville
- Replies: 30
- Views: 21112
Re: 2016 Montauk 150 Owner in Jacksonville
Fernando My 2008 Montauk 150 came with the "fishing" package which consisted out of Console-mounted rod holders (4) a Cooler (36 qt) with cushion seat and console mounted backrest and 2 Tackle drawers it does not include the bait fishing well. The bait well is another option that is not in...
- Thu Jul 21, 2016 4:04 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 15-foot Models
- Replies: 21
- Views: 13514
Re: 15-foot Models
DUTCH'--post a picture of the reversible pilot seat on your 15-foot hull. I do not recall seeing a 15-foot hull with a center console AND a reversible pilot seat. The height of the reversible pilot seat would seem to be much too tall for a 15-foot hull. One of the agonies of the 15-foot hull is it ...
- Thu Jul 21, 2016 3:17 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2016 Montauk 150 Owner in Jacksonville
- Replies: 30
- Views: 21112
Re: 2016 Montauk 150 Owner in Jacksonville
Greg I'm jealous as you are in such a great boating area with always something different to see and do. Enjoy that 150. Ferdinando from 190 to 150 will be a shock why not go to the Montauk 170 or an older Montauk 17 and still be able to garage it and handle it by yourself. Don't get me wrong I love ...
- Thu Jul 21, 2016 3:07 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 13-footer Re-power with 40-HP
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5677
Re: 13-footer Re-power with 40-HP
I know you asked for the information on [engines from] three manufacturers, but I heard the Suzuki 30-HP (160-lbs) does great on the 13-footer, is inexpensive, and comes complete with controls. You might want to look at [the Suzuki 30-HP], too.
- Tue Jul 19, 2016 3:58 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2016 Montauk 150 Owner in Jacksonville
- Replies: 30
- Views: 21112
Re: 2016 Montauk 150 Owner in Jacksonville
Even though a lot of people think our Montauks 150 are small they are great little boats especially for what you plan to do. I fish quite often with even 3 people and it still works. Two people is perfect. After the run in let me know your performance especially with the Smart gauge(s) installed. I ...
- Tue Jul 19, 2016 3:50 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 190 OUTRAGE
- Replies: 15
- Views: 10883
Re: 190 OUTRAGE
Blackfin thanks for the update and again welcome to the Boston Whaler family. I you tried another 19' boat as to riding comfort. it is hard to compare to a 32' boat as the Titanic would be smoother than the 32' You know that the bigger the boat and the heavier her displacement the smoother she sails...
- Wed Jul 13, 2016 2:19 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 15-foot Models
- Replies: 21
- Views: 13514
Re: 15-foot Models
When I bought my whaler Jim's page here was a great resource to compare the options: http://continuouswave.com/whaler/reference/15/models.html I am biased as have 1977 sport 15- Have ridden in the CC version a bunch too. To answer your question my quick thoughts on the 3 options (will include CC as...
- Fri Jul 08, 2016 2:03 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Whaler for Lake Ontario
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3501
Re: Whaler for Lake Ontario
Where you want to boat I recommend at least a 15' and yes your car will tow it.
- Fri Jul 08, 2016 1:55 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Boston Whaler and Rolls Royce
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2950
Re: Boston Whaler and Rolls Royce
hear, hear
- Fri Jul 08, 2016 1:53 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Towing with a Subaru Outback
- Replies: 15
- Views: 17657
Re: Towing with a Subaru Outback
I pulled my 2008 Montauk 150 with a 2009 Nissan Rogue (4-cyl 2.5l CVT AWD) and had no problems stopping it was a little slow getting up to highway speed but I don't see a problem using your 6-cyl Outback. We just bought a XV Crosstrek and for short <15 miles distances would not hesitate to pull my 1...
- Fri Jul 08, 2016 1:38 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 15-foot Models
- Replies: 21
- Views: 13514
Re: 15-foot Models
You must ask yourself,"'what will I be using it for?"
You mention Sport and Super-Sport, but what about a Center Console? I love my Center Console 15; it is much more comfortable to get around in than a Sport or Super Sport.
Good luck in your search.
You mention Sport and Super-Sport, but what about a Center Console? I love my Center Console 15; it is much more comfortable to get around in than a Sport or Super Sport.
Good luck in your search.
- Wed Jun 15, 2016 3:31 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Change of Seasons
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4073
Re: Change of Seasons
We did the same last Saturday June 11th. Put her in at South Haven municipal marina. No fee for launching and parking as it was free fishing weekend. It was supposed to be a 90-degree-F day, but when we got onto Lake Michigan the wind across the water made it actually feel cold/ Surface temp of the ...
- Fri Jun 10, 2016 3:07 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2003 Dauntless New Owner
- Replies: 21
- Views: 15660
Re: New to boating. General advice.
Re your question about the 115 HP Mercury engine: tell us a little more as to what specific model. A dealer can do a computer check or diagnostic for $100, giving you a printout of total running hours and at which speeds. This is nice to know and enables you to determine what to do for your engine p...
- Thu Jun 09, 2016 4:09 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 150 MONTAUK: 60-HP with Four-blade Propeller
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2965
150 MONTAUK: 60-HP with Four-blade Propeller
I finally got a four-blade propeller and did some un-scientific comparison on my 2008 Montauk 150 with Mercury 60-HP Bigfoot weighing in at about 1,275 lbs, and a Vengeance three-blade Stainless propeller. I used a stopwatch and GPS. [For these unscientific comparison tests, the boat had] 13-gallons...
- Wed Jun 08, 2016 3:43 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: New to boating; interested in used Whaler
- Replies: 12
- Views: 7886
Re: New to boating; interested in used Whaler
I would recommend 21-footer any Boston Whaler series. For better and calm weather and very near shore a 17-footer like Montauk would suffice you. Good luck in your search.
- Tue May 10, 2016 9:11 am
- Forum: TRIPS and RENDEZVOUS
- Topic: Door County, Wisconsin Rendezvous - August 2016
- Replies: 33
- Views: 52032
Re: Door County, Wisconsin Rendezvous - August 2016
Jim nice little video. It is of course in a 15' boat a lot lighter than the new 15 footer and he seems to be alone. That video shows a typical Lake Michigan chop and I'm well aware of it, but I wouldn't see my boat bounce that much. (hey I have a 190lbs crew up front (who likes the roller coaster ri...
- Thu May 05, 2016 1:09 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: OLIN 12 gauge flare gun fix
- Replies: 6
- Views: 6988
Re: OLIN 12 gauge flare gun fix
oldslowandugly I received my electronic SOS LED light a week or so ago too and yes it is great not having to replace pyro's every 3 years, but then what do you do 10 miles out on a sunny day in an emergency? The Sirrus Signal distress light would be worthless(during the day). The little red/orange f...
- Thu May 05, 2016 12:30 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Replacement Key for Console Door Locks - 1989 Montauk
- Replies: 8
- Views: 6867
Re: Replacement Key for Console Door Locks - 1989 Montauk
Last but not least replace the latch. I was able to replace the OEM non-lockable latch on my newer 2008 console door with a keyed one. I believe it was a SouthCo Model M1-41-8 but I don't have the info in front of me and can't get it until next week. But if interested email me and I'll get you the i...
- Wed Apr 27, 2016 10:23 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: The way it all started
- Replies: 2
- Views: 2770
Re: The way it all started
Yea the 50's and 60's where a great time for me as well. Living on Curacao we had tropical water all around us. My Dad was an avid sailor and taught me how to sail and before long I was sailing little wooden dinghies by myself and with my buddies. A good friend of my dad had a nice twin inboard crui...
- Mon Apr 18, 2016 1:44 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Clean and Polish Non-skid Deck
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6808
Re: Clean and Polish Non-skid Deck
Prior to applying the "Sure Step" product, did you follow the two-step cleaning process which the manufacturer indicates is necessary, using their recommended products? Thanks. JRP Yes you are right I did and yes I didn't have to buy the cleaning products as I already had them from workin...
- Fri Apr 15, 2016 12:16 pm
- Forum: TRIPS and RENDEZVOUS
- Topic: Door County, Wisconsin Rendezvous - August 2016
- Replies: 33
- Views: 52032
Re: Door County, Wisconsin Rendezvous - August 2016
Kevin Yea that's what I thought I'll be bogging you guys down, unless you're not in a hurry. When I run up and down the lower West coast of MI here I run in the mid twenties but that is SH to Saugatuck or SH to St.Joe or Saugatuck to Holland all short hops and normally in the typical 1-3 ft eastern ...
- Fri Apr 15, 2016 11:35 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 6 or 8 foot Bimini length for 13 Whaler
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3961
Re: 6 or 8 foot Bimini length for 13 Whaler
Tom Most manufacturers give a max speed there bimini is good for and most likely for your 13 that will be over the max speed your boat can run at therefore it wouldn't make a difference as to size and height of the installment. Go with the best sun protection at the height you want. I can run my 15 ...
- Fri Apr 15, 2016 10:57 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Bob Dougherty's passing
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6840
Re: Bob Dougherty's passing
Thanks Binkster that was a nice newspaper article.
- Thu Apr 07, 2016 9:44 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Why was the boat I bought so dirty?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 7848
Re: Why was the boat I bought so dirty?
If the boat got swamped and any petroleum product was around in the boat or in the water, it will be on top of the water, and, when the water is removed and drained, these petroleum or oil products will adhere to any surface, including all the dirt that comes with it. Duane's Krud Kutter or a dish s...
- Wed Mar 23, 2016 3:55 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Restoring Gel Coat with PERMANON
- Replies: 11
- Views: 7790
Re: Restoring Gel Coat with PERMANON
Gerry take a look at what https://www.auroramarine.com/store/boat-scrub.html has to offer I did a 32ft completely oxidized sailboat with it and it brought back the luster. Look at their other products for cleaning and shining. I'll bet you you get as good or better result for half the price or less ...
- Wed Mar 23, 2016 3:26 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Clean and Polish Non-skid Deck
- Replies: 7
- Views: 6808
Re: Clean and Polish Non-skid Deck
Last year, I used with great success Sure Step; it shines, stays non-skid, and easily washes off dirt.
- Wed Mar 23, 2016 3:23 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Life Jackets Attachments
- Replies: 34
- Views: 21455
Re: Life Jackets Attachments
My inflatable PFD is rated at 36 pounds. My radio and PLB are on 1 foot tethers. That must be a pain having those dangle around during regular boating, and could be literally a pain in the neck when they wrap around in the water. I, too, always have a sailor rigging knife in my pocket connected to ...
- Fri Mar 11, 2016 3:56 pm
- Forum: TRIPS and RENDEZVOUS
- Topic: Door County, Wisconsin Rendezvous - August 2016
- Replies: 33
- Views: 52032
Re: Door County, Wisconsin Rendezvous - August 2016
What speed will you be running from Frankfort? If it is 2 feet or less and several boats are going I wouldn't mind giving it a go in my small one but low 20ties (mph) is a good cruising speed for me and probably to slow for your bigger boats.
- Tue Mar 08, 2016 10:24 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Taking Better Boat Pictures
- Replies: 13
- Views: 9567
Re: Taking Pictures of your Boat
Great picture Jeff
- Tue Mar 08, 2016 10:11 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 1998 MONTAUK 17 Steers Hard at Speed
- Replies: 20
- Views: 12676
Re: 1998 MONTAUK 17 Steers Hard at Speed
From what roguewave is telling us, [the cause of the hard steering] is not the steering linkage. [The cause of the hard steering] it seems to be the trim tab under the anti-ventilation plate that needs adjustment--if roguewave's engine has one, as it might have come off. See item "G" in sk...
- Tue Mar 08, 2016 9:56 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Navigation Rules: Right of way
- Replies: 43
- Views: 23505
Re: Navigation Rules: Right of way
In every serious marine incident where the USCG will be performing an investigation, if two or more vessels are involved, a percentage of fault will be found with all the vessels involved when the investigation has concluded. Right. And [unclear--perhaps means the finding of fault or cause for a co...
- Tue Mar 08, 2016 9:14 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Is a classic Montauk a good fit for me?
- Replies: 17
- Views: 11624
Re: Is a classic Montauk a good fit for me?
I have a CENTER CONSOLE 15. I would not take it 20 miles in the ocean--unsinkable or not, as porthole and Jeff said. For your parameters, I would skip the 15--although I often fish with three adults without a problem and had fun fishing with four adults in my center console--and look for 17-feet and...
- Wed Mar 02, 2016 3:52 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 170 MONTAUK Re-power with 115-HP Mercury Command Thrust
- Replies: 24
- Views: 18085
Re: 170 MONTAUK Re-power with 115-HP Mercury Command Thrust
To all
I did find out that the current nomenclature for Command Thrust (larger more torque capable gear case) is what Mercury used to call Big Foot.
I did find out that the current nomenclature for Command Thrust (larger more torque capable gear case) is what Mercury used to call Big Foot.
- Wed Mar 02, 2016 2:17 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: c.1960 Whaler Restoration
- Replies: 52
- Views: 29901
Re: c.1960 Whaler Restoration
If you paint the bottom of your boat with top side paint and you leave it more than 2 days in the lake, there is a good chance the paint will form small bubbles on the bottom of the boat . Just speaking from experience. dg22 what kind(brand) was your Top-Side paint? I speak from experience too. May...
- Tue Mar 01, 2016 2:10 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 1998 MONTAUK 17 Steers Hard at Speed
- Replies: 20
- Views: 12676
Re: 1998 MONTAUK 17 Steers Hard at Speed
Your steering setup is probably worn out. Current steering systems are "No Feed Back" (NFB) which means there is no difference between idle and WOT. You can let go of the steering wheel and she'll keep course. It might behoove you to replace your almost 20-year-old steering with the new NF...
- Fri Feb 26, 2016 10:04 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Re-finishing Mahogany
- Replies: 16
- Views: 14411
Re: Re-finishing Mahogany
Good luck and post the results
- Fri Feb 26, 2016 9:43 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Navigation Rules: Right of way
- Replies: 43
- Views: 23505
Re: Navigation Rules: Right of way
Hoosier wrote:Jim, You couldn't have used the license anyway, Whaler doesn't make a 50 ton boat... ;-)
YEA BUT A SIX PACK IS NICE TO HAVE TO RUN A WHALER OR ANY PLEASURE BOAT.
- Wed Feb 24, 2016 2:54 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: c.1960 Whaler Restoration
- Replies: 52
- Views: 29901
Re: c.1960 Whaler Restoration
Yes, if you are not going to be leaving the boat in the water for an extended period of time you should be good. I think top side marine paint will begin to bubble after 1 or 2 days of sitting in the water. I used bottom paint because my boats sits at the dock for the entire summer. It was a big jo...
- Wed Feb 24, 2016 2:20 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Re-finishing Mahogany
- Replies: 16
- Views: 14411
Re: Re-finishing Mahogany
BlueSmoke I don't agree with not re-finishing the "good" side as goldstem said. Yes you don't have to go to the bare wood but at transition from bad to good you must sand more aggressively and wet sand the "good" side and when getting to the final coat of the "bad" side...