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It has been a week since user BW16.4Dauntless created this thread. He has not logged into the forum since the initial posting. I hope he is reading the cogent advice being offered. Some acknowledgement from him would be appropriate.

GoldenDaze

I owned a 2003 160 Dauntless for 21 years, and I also would not recommend a T-top, though I've seen it done. The width of the deck on either side of the console is fairly narrow to begin with, and restricting it further would be inconvenient ...

ASIDE: thank you so much for cleaning up my "stream of conscience" post and getting to the facts. Is that done by AI or do you do that manually? I try to edit posts to make them a bit more organized as best as I can. My background is from being a technical writer, publications manager, as...

... it as a baitwell ]. I was asking for clarification because I had looked at several assembly drawings available from Boston Whaler for a 1999 160 DAUNTLESS, but I did not see any provision in the hull or cockpit for a live well. And, as I suspected, having the BAITWELL in the REVERSIBLE PILOT ...

kkbward1@cocmast.net

I was hoping for around $20,000, so I guess I am not far off. I got a great deal from the original owner with the stock 1998 Mercury 50-HP. That engine pushed great, but the carburetors were a nightmare and were constantly plugged. Yes, the re-power was expensive. I was, in fact, thinking about keep...

Here's a somewhat comparable boat, a larger, newer, and considerably different hull style 2000 DAUNTLESS 16, but it has an older two-stroke-power-cycle carburetor 60-HP Mercury engine. This boat is on the East Coast and in Maine, probably both "price inflated" ...

Jefecinco

We owned a 1999 Dauntless 16 for approximately ten years and loved the boat. The 16 was powered by a 1999 Evinrude 115HP two stroke FICHT engine. The boat was bought with a bimini top installed. I agree with everything jimh wrote ...

... very comprehensive searching and quite useful results. I asked GROK this question: What would be a typical selling price for a 1998 Boston Whaler DAUNTLESS 15 boat with a very new Yamaha F75 engine on an E-Z LOADER trailer, with all in very good to like-new condition, in Colorado or other western ...

Give me advice and comments on my plan to add a T-Top to my 2000 DAUNTLESS 16. Here are ten reasons I recommend against your plan to add a T-Top to your 2000 DAUNTLESS 16: ⋅ 16-foot boats are generally not candidates for a T-Top due to the their ...

BW16.4Dauntless

Give me advice and comments on my plan to add a T-Top to my 2000 DAUNTLESS 16. [Moderator's note: this post has been moved to the REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS forum for discussion from the INTRODUCTION TO THE FORUM SOFTWARE forum. The INTRODUCTION TO THE FORUM ...

kkbward1@cocmast.net

Q1: Based on my description below, what is a reasonable selling price for a 1998 DAUNTLESS 15 in Colorado? DAUNTLESS_15.jpg I am the second owner. The boat condition is generally "really good." The boat has only been in saltwater once or twice, and has ...

Cool Hand Hodge

Q3: Where is the live well that you are asking about located on your 1999 160 DAUNTLESS? It is under the capt seat [and was] factory installed. I think I have figured out [the method that water is supposed to drain from the live well under the helm seat]: the ...

Q3: Where is the live well that you are asking about located on your 1999 160 DAUNTLESS?

Cool Hand Hodge

... actually reflect what the original inquiry was really asking for information about: how to stop the water in the baitwell in the RPS on a 1999 160 DAUNTLESS from just immediately draining out and if there were supposed to be a plug.] Q1: how is water [supposed to drain] from the [baitwell in the ...

Jefecinco

We sold our Dauntless 16 to make room for a 190 Montauk. The differences in launching and retrieving were considerable. The 190 has a lot more windage so it is far more affected by side winds and that takes a little adjustment. ...

fno

... especially in less than ideal water conditions. FWIW, I would only consider either boat with the maximum allowed horsepower. My first boat was a Dauntless 160 with a 90 HP four stroke engine. Max allowed was 115 HP but the lesser HP put the boat at a better price point. It was OK but needed help ...

A good test to perform before buying a new remote control cable would be to disconnect the shift lever cable at the engine from the engine lever that actually operates the gear shift mechanism. Then compare the effort needed to operate the remote controls with the engine disconnected to the effort n...

Jefecinco

Those horizontal rod holders from SEASUCKER like a good compromise between space and utility. Our previously owned Dauntless 16 had hinged rod holders in the gunwales for horizontal rod storage. When angling with two persons they were useful, otherwise they hindered fore-and-aft movement.

mnguyen82

Q1: what is the correct length for the engine remote control SHIFT cable on a [unspecified model year] DAUNTLESS 15?

To shift the 2001 SUZUKI DF70 engine on my DAUNTLESS 15 is really hard.

plumwhaler

As noted, advise please on the external hull drain plug for the bottom of the transom outside of hull

It's threaded. Im guessing it was brass. Thanks

Crochiere

Q1: what causes an increase in engine idle speed when in neutral gear in my 2000 Mercury [unspecified horsepower] FOURSTROKE engine when the engine temperature increases from a cold start to normal engine temperature?

The engine is on a DAUNTLESS 14.

kladd

... the filter anyway, and re-installed it; no change. Third, I ran a 3/8-inch-ID fuel hose from a 5-gallon tank sitting on the cockpit deck of the Dauntless straight into the white under-cowling in-line fuel filter input. Now the engine runs and does not throw CHK ENG right away. In fact it seemingly ...

Ricby 51

Q1: what are the dimension of the gel-coated stern seat backrest or "lid" shown in Figure 1 below for a 2005 DAUNTLESS 220? 220DauntlessLidDwg.jpg BACKSTORY When I bought a (used) 2005 Dauntless 220, the stern seat back and cover were broken. I still have the cushion. I ...

Dante

Q1: what set-up to continuously charge a boat battery is best? ASIDE. [My 2004 220 DAUNtlESS 22 has] a slow leak and so the sump pump runs regularly while docked. The batteries are sealed lead-acid deep-cycle types in good shape. The standard wiring allows bilge ...

GorgeWhaler

... the help this group provides. Maybe someone has an answer for this one. The livewell water pick-up through-hull fitting seal failed on my 2002 180 Dauntless, and I did not know that they needed to be inspected. After launching the boat in 2025 the sump pump was coming on every 20 minutes. The seal ...

croooowe

... our chances of finding something in better shape: I want to look at newer boats, with the idea that we will add wood trim to a newer 1990 Outrage, Dauntless, or even just a newer Montauk to give her the look she is after. But now she is concerned with offending sensibilities and potentially devaluing ...

M SPEC

In terms of what element of a boat is likely to be damaged, bow railings should be near the top of the list. Artisans who work with stainless steel tubing for boats include boat canvas makers. Perhaps a local canvas shop could give you a lead to someone who knows how to bend and weld stainless stee...

M SPEC

Martin Marine Design of Hardeeville, South Carolina, is a fabricator which has enjoyed a stellar reputation among owners of classic Boston Whalers, myself included. His website appears to be non-functional at this time, but is archived by the Internet Archive Wayback Machine . It might be worth a p...

Today the state with probably the most boat builders and marine oriented allied tradesmen is Florida. In terms of what element of a boat is likely to be damaged, bow railings should be near the top of the list. Artisans who work with stainless steel tubing for boats include boat canvas makers. Perha...

Tom Hemphill

Martin Marine Design of Hardeeville, South Carolina, is a fabricator which has enjoyed a stellar reputation among owners of classic Boston Whalers, myself included. His website appears to be non-functional at this time, but is archived by the Internet Archive Wayback Machine . It might be worth a ph...

M SPEC

Ultimately I expect the only source for a replacement railing will be a fabricator. That could be a good thing if you plan to mount a trolling motor to the bow. A railing fabricated to your specifications can be designed to facilitate the mounting and operation of a trolling motor from the helm. Th...

Jefecinco

Ultimately I expect the only source for a replacement railing will be a fabricator. That could be a good thing if you plan to mount a trolling motor to the bow. A railing fabricated to your specifications can be designed to facilitate the mounting and operation of a trolling motor from the helm.

M SPEC

Wanted-to-buy: a 160 DAUNTLESS in nice condition. I am located in the Charleston, South Carolina area, but willing to travel for a boat.

CONTACT: nursejoe13@gmail.com

M SPEC

Thanks—a long shot indeed.

Find out who was the OEM vendor for the railing. I doubt that Boston Whaler actually fabricated the railing themselves. The OEM vendor might still have the template from 25-years ago and possibly could make a new railing—but I think that is a longshot.

M SPEC

Q1: where can a replacement bow railing be obtained for a 2000 160 DAUNTLESS? BACKSTORY I live in the Charleston, South Carolina area. I need a bow railing for a 2000 Dauntless 160. Boston Whaler no longer stocks them. I am unable to find any aftermarket ...

ggode

Boat has been SOLD

Exoset

UPDATE
The more I am reading, the more I find out that the SUPER SPORT 15 might be the best choice. A MISCHIEF 15 would be ideal but I might have more luck looking for gold on the beach.

A 13 Dauntless might be a good one as well.

ggode

[Gave model designation as a 1995 DAUNTLESS 15]

Jefecinco

[Used deductive reason to guess the model length; seller eventually gave the model length.]

ggode

For Sale: a 1995 DAUNTLESS [later clarified to be a 15-footer] with 2007 Yamaha F60 on a 2022 Load-Rite trailer for $13,000 in Columbus, Ohio. CONTACT: Gunnar at 571-299-9585 or ggode at hotmail dot com The boat is in good condition. ...

ThePetrel

I discussed previously that I contacted Boston Whaler and previous owners for drawings to bow-mount a trolling motor on a 2001 Dauntless. I wound up cutting the rail to do it. This forum and its moderators are terrific, and users were very helpful. Thank you! They stated that only the ...

garydfleming

It turns out that the fuel sending unit is under the live well. Good news is that the live well comes out easily, no screws, just lift it up and there is the access hole.

Jefecinco

It is not difficult to change the fuel tank sending unit of a Dauntless 16. Before removing the console remove everything under the console. That may well provide the necessary access and the items in the console will need to be removed even after the console ...

mediocrecaptain

... 130 SPORT the same as the hull of a 1960 13-footer? [Give me information about] the ride characteristics of different 13-foot models. I know the DAUNTLESS [13] was heavier, and I am guessing the DAUNTLESS 13 probably has a smoother ride [than some other unspecified 13-foot models]. ASIDE I plan ...

garydfleming

Thanks, I do have the live well. I think the access hole is under the console. I just want to make sure that this access hole is for the fuel sending unit before I remove the console.

GoldenDaze

On my 2003 160 Dauntless there was an access port for the fuel level sender inside the helm seat. It was very easy to access, unless perhaps you have the optional livewell in the seat.

Re Figure 1: how were you able to deduce the previous owner was an angler? When you take possession of the boat and test multiple propellers and record the test conditions, the engine speeds, the boat speeds, and the fuel economy, you can start a new thread about the boat’s performance in the PERFOR...

Masbama

I had a 1999 Dauntless 18 for ten years. Great boat.

I’m not sure but I don’t think the size of the previous owner determines the type of propeller for that boat.

garydfleming

I need the access to replace the fuel sending unit.

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