The Ohio river is unforgiving and isn’t a great place to start boating. Lots of added dangers when flowing water is involved. Pontoon boats don’t drive or ride like normal boats, is what I’ve heard. I know I seen plenty of pontoon boats in the river, not sure how much HP you have to have to do it, but it has to be a fair amount. And with those you add price.
Sorry for the hard read, in between places right now and trying to be quick.
Compression check the motor, you can google the motor too see what the pressure should be.
Make sure there’s no soft spots in the floor...
Check the pontoons for deep scratches or cracks....
Check all the accessories too make sure they work, including the running lights.... Steering for any excessive slack in movement....
If batteries are 3 years or older get some price reduction for their replacement....
Check trailer lights and wiring...
Running gear and brakes , if installed...
Winch and strap for winching on the trailer, look for fraying on the strap....
Check the frame of the trailer for cracks or serious rust....
When in doubt, have a dealer check it out, money well spent....
Do you know of any good dealers that sell used? I am not really far from your area. For something like this, I don't mind spending a few dollars more to buy from a dealer.
OK. If anyone see any boats for sale let me know. The Wife is wanting a full size boat to take on the river and big lakes as a family. I don't think we will go for a pontoon. Looking for something that can seat at least 6 people and would be good for fishing and for tubing. Don't need something to do 80MPH though.
I am not in a big hurry as I don’t want to buy something just to buy something. I told the wife we will get something for sure by next spring.If you are not in a hurry I would say you will have your pick of the litter here in a couple months. All these people that bought boats, campers, motorcycles, etc during Covid will start selling them off before winter.
This time!We went and looked at some new boats today. Got a feeling that this is going to get really expensive for me. The one we like the most was a Lund 1875 Crossover XS. Fortunately I fought the urge to buy. LOL.
That's one of the boats I have my eyeball on. Really nice!We went and looked at some new boats today. Got a feeling that this is going to get really expensive for me. The one we like the most was a Lund 1875 Crossover XS. Fortunately I fought the urge to buy. LOL.
That's one of the boats I have my eyeball on. Really nice!
@cspot Did they say if it came with a trolling motor?
It did not come with any electronics or with any trolling motor. The dealer we went to said that there are so many options anymore that they don't order them that way, but then will add whatever you want. I believe they are already wired.
Exactly what I was thinking of getting on it. On the quote they gave me that is what I had them include. It was an 80. Is it worth getting the one that links to your fish finder?Look at the minnkota ultrex. Well worth the upgrade and price. Especially on an aluminum boat. That spot lock option is well worth the $$$$