CONTINUOUSWAVE

Old thread, but wanted to close it out. I bought the boat and it has been an amazing journey so far. The heavier 115hp motor is most likely the reason for the stern sitting low, as the only water I have found is some soggy plywood under the console (which has been cut out and filled in). Love this b...

Q1: How can the number of lines deployed for trolling when offshore from a MONTAUK 17 be increased? Q2: how can outriggers be made for a MONTAUK 17? [Moderator: I re-wrote these question to avoid asking for a survey of prior actions or knowledge held. Please to not ask questions which propose a surv...

Thanks for the replies. I’m pulling the trigger and buying it Monday. The waterline when empty is halfway up the transom drains and the boat sits level in the water. Transom drains and anchor locker drain look to be in good shape as well. Removed a screw to shove a metal hanger down into the foam an...

What is the waterline when the boat is empty of people at rest? I'll be able to take a look when picking up the boat, but for now don't have that info. I met the seller at the boat ramp and the boat wasn't in the water without at least one of us aboard. Before I take delivery I can have him back it...

I’ve done a lot of digging and searching on what to look for when buying an older [MONTAUK] 17, but want a little reassurance about what I saw on a sea trial. I read on the forum that the waterline going above the splash well drains means the hull foam may be waterlogged. On this boat it was above t...