Road Trip

[mark482vs]

Son is going to look at Vexus boats in Arkon Ohio at Fishers Central so I am riding along. Place is giant tackle store. 3+ hrs, to look at all they have . Try utube for a tour youll wont believe it. He looking at 1880 with a etech on it.

[Pokie Pa]

Sounds like a fun trip. Be safe and enjoy.

[Pagregss]

Just an FYI, Hall's Marine in Williamsport has one. Much shorter ride.

https://www.hallsmarine.com/inventor...7756-10251292i

[Pokie Pa]

[QUOTE=Pagregss;10659691]Just an FYI, Hall's Marine in Williamsport has one. Much shorter ride.

OMG.... I didn't realize they were so pricey.

[Pagregss]

More than 10 grand more than what I paid for my RT188. I looked at it at the dealership and it is definitely a nice boat, but not $10K better.

[mark482vs]

he has been to Halls but wants a etech 135H My Ranger is at Halls right now, first exp. with them and they seem to be excellent to do business with

[sclark]

More than 10 grand more than what I paid for my RT188. I looked at it at the dealership and it is definitely a nice boat, but not $10K better.

if you actually take the time to match the "Build Mine" options between the two boat the numbers are just a few hundred dollars difference. . .


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Once you add the options not included in the Ranger RT188 basic build to match the Vexus AVX1880
1. RT188 - Stainless Steel Prop - $481.00 - (Included with the AVX1880)
2. Baystar hydraulic steering - $592.00 - (Included with the AVX1880)
3. Dual Pro 6X3 Battery Charger - $128.00 - (Included with the AVX1880)
4. Boarding Ladder - $190 - (Included with the AVX1880)
5. Trailer Brakes - $487.00 - (Included with the AVX1880)

6. Automatic Bilge $76.00 - (Included in the Victor Package)
7. Two batteries with Hold Downs $380.00 - (Included in the Victor Package)
8. Aluminum Spare $215.00 - (Included in the Victor Package)
9. Retractable Tie Downs $139.00 - (Included in the Victor Package)

then add in to each boat
10. Ultrex Trolling Motor
11. Humminbird Helix 7 at bow - (Flush Mounting in the AVX1880 vs gimbal mounted on the RT188)
12. Humminbird Helix 7 at console (flush mounted on both boats)
13. Mercury 115 ProXS 4 stroke Command Thrust

RT188 (18'4" / 92" ) - $34181.
AVX1880 - (18'10" / 95") $34941 - after reviewing the facts i think the avx1880 is a better buy. but in reality you should be comparing the RT188 to the Vexus AVX189 since they are both the old school traditional hull designs with the triangular front end

[OH_Ranger]

Might as well check out Vic's while your in the area. If you want any restaurant recommendations let me know.

[mark482vs]

Staying at a Hampton Inn on Arlington Dr. any close by resturnt suggestions? Wht is Vics?

[PAprocraft]

Great guys at Fisherman Central. I heard if you mention my name (Matt Becker) they will help you out

[OH_Ranger]

Staying at a Hampton Inn on Arlington Dr. any close by resturnt suggestions? Wht is Vics?

Vic's sports center. #1 Ranger dealer in sales.

Nauti Vine is wine and craft beer and some snack food. Lake front.

Tom and Chee is fast food grilled cheese.

Rose Villa is a good hole in the wall Italian.

Caston and Main for bar food.

[dartman]

Bought my 1980 at Halls.

[JoePA]

The 1880 with a 135HO is an amazing rig. Be sure to post some pics or just meet us at Beltsville when the ice is out so we can check it out in person!

[mark482vs]

update on road trip Fishermens Central WOW just WOW never saw somuch tackle in one place. Put any and all stores togetherwith their merch. times by 2 and then some. Have a big two dy sale in Feb they tell me you need to be in main prking lot two hours early then they start shuttle from near by lot. look at store tour on utube{ fishermens central, arkon ohio} it would pay 4 guys to split rooms and gas at 10% to 20% off everything. Son did order1880 Vexus with 135h.o. e-tech

[dartman]