That's not the true 179V. It's the fish & Ski model. Same hull but different layout. I ran a 179V with 150 Suzuki for many years. It was a very good performing boat. Like others have stated...
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That's not the true 179V. It's the fish & Ski model. Same hull but different layout. I ran a 179V with 150 Suzuki for many years. It was a very good performing boat. Like others have stated...
My 04 Tr-186 came with Lowrance x-52's in both the dash and bow.
The console is not molded as part of the top cap. It can be removed with a few bolts. There may also be some sealer or adhesive to deal with.
Check that it is not wired through an accessory switch on the dash.
Still have the 18x2 also. Keep one at the lake and one at home for the river. I still enjoy the x2. It’s been a great boat.
I have a Fortrex on a tr-186. Pedal fits fine. I believe the 18x2 tray is about the same size. I went from a MG to the Fortrex. I don't like the height of the mount and the button is on the wrong...
I added a talon and went to 36volt troller on my 186. I gained speed also. I had to raise my engine to regain holeshot but the added stern weight eliminated any chine walk. The chine walk...
Lakeview Resort
If you have any weight at all the motor has to come up. 2004 tr-186. 150xr6. 23”tempest+. I added a 4th battery and talon at the same time and my boat performs better. I don’t have measurement as far...
You have to get the jack plate. You have the right prop. 6" plate and you'll see 60 when you get those rpm's closer to 5600.
Not positive, but I believe brakes are not required in Illinois for boat trailers under 3000 lbs gross weight.
Xtratuf Boots
You'll want a 6" plate for the 186. Not sure about the cable length requirement. Makes the pp/talon installation much easier also.
Awful good yesterday!
I have a tr-186 xr6 rig also. I added a 4th battery for 36volt troller at the same time I added an 8' Talon. I'm still running the 23" Tempest+. I haven't measured shaft height but I have raised...
I think your thinking about Fyre lake in Sherrard but I agree with you.
The usual spring spots have been pounded to death but are producing well. Backwater ponds are clear to stained with temps usually about the same as the air. Main river is still running a little...
James Dill or Jack Uxa
IHSA tournament on 13 on Friday, could be a little crowded.
:thumb up2: There are not enough good things to say about John and his service!
23" Tempest+ 3 large plugs.
I'd bet the extra battery and Talon probably add 100-125lbs. My boat definitely sits lower in the back. With livewells full and 1/2gas or more my holeshot is slower but not bad by any means. My...
I only have a 150 on my 186 and added a 36volt and Talon at the same time. I have not felt any appreciable loss of performance. I have had to raise the engine but it has removed all chine walk. ...
I'm not entirely sure if the hull is the same but I have an 08 18x2. Storage, ride & fishability are excellent. Fishes much larger than an 18ft. Make sure you have a jackplate or you'll have h2o...
Thanks for the help. It's the tank in the boat, not on the motor. The o-ring on the cap seems very hard so I may not have seated the cap perfectly. I also had the tank very full. I'm just going to...