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  1. 05-31-2020, 12:45 AM #1
    mark4493
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    1997 Champion 186 DC questions

    I am looking at buying a 186 dc from a coworker. The boat is very clean and has a Mariner 175 on it. I had a couple questions from you guys. What kind of speed can I expect? Overall thoughts of the boat? I have not owned a dual console yet. If I wanted to, can the second console be removed? Or is it molded/glassed in?Any information on this boat is appreciated.
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    #2 05-31-2020, 01:00 AM
    I have a 1997 186 with a 175 Fast Strike, Fully loaded w/2 people I can get 55.......alone, light and in good conditiosn 60 to 62ish (4 blade prop) Could probably tweak it and get a little more
    Fantastic boat, very dry running Hull, handles awesome. Narrow beam good in tight spots, rocks of stumps easy.
    Lots of front storage, Carries a ton of rods. Back deck storage is lacking. Fishes 2 people fine.....3 is a bit crowded.
    Mines a single console but I believe the second console would be glassed in (could be wrong on that)
    If the motor checks out I would highly recommend this rig. Love mine!
    Great place to ask questions, Champion people here very very helpful
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    #3 05-31-2020, 09:53 AM
    That boat with that motor setup correctly will run 65+ pretty easy.
    I really like the 186, it's quick, handles like a corvette and outrides other 20' boats.
    The console cannot be removed, sorry.
    It's a 23 year old boat, so proper inspection will be necessary.
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    #4 05-31-2020, 02:28 PM
    I had a 96 186 single console...loved my boat except it was tippy with 2 people fishing on one side. I upgraded to a wide body and my back thanks me every time I go fishing. Rear storage sucked too.
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    #5 06-01-2020, 03:49 AM
    I have a 98 with 150 efi. Get 55-60 with no problem. Like Pat said, handles like a Corvette. Good in big water also. I am 6'4", 240lbs and have no problems with consoles
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    #6 06-01-2020, 07:47 AM
    I loved my 186. It was a 1997 and had a 175 merc. By myself I could hit 66 mph. Had the prop worked which did wonders for this boat. Just sold it last October to buy this 190
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    #7 06-05-2020, 08:55 PM
    Thanks for the replies. He still uses the boat and plans to sell it in the fall. I was curious about the console, but you never know. I might like it. It will be an upgrade from what I am using right now.
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