I just bought a 2016 TRX18 with a 150 merc. I have a tempest plus 21p with 4 1/2" prop to pad. Do I need a water psi gauge and if so where to put it on the dash??
I just bought a 2016 TRX18 with a 150 merc. I have a tempest plus 21p with 4 1/2" prop to pad. Do I need a water psi gauge and if so where to put it on the dash??
A water pressure gauge is always a good idea. You did not mention a jack plate but one will help with your set up.
You already have a good prop. I would raise engine to 3 1/2" below pad. Once you have a water pressure gauge start raising the engine 1/4" at a time until water pressure or speed drops then go back down 1/4". Of course keep an eye on your tach to not exceed your mfg. recommended RPMs.
Let us know how it goes.
Last edited by 1Holeshot; 12-15-2020 at 08:12 PM.
2020 Triton 18 TRX
Tournament Fishing Package
2020 Mercury 200 Pro XS V8 Serial # 2B588923
Minn Kota Ultrex 80# I Pilot Link
Hi Jacker EZ 6" Jack Plate
Bravo 1 FS 24 Pitch Prop
Humminbird Helix 7 SI GPS CHIRP G2 Bow
Humminbird Helix 7 CHIRP MEGA GPS DI G3 Console
Trick Step Boarding Steps
RMP Engine Support
Thanks for the advice. Im new at owning a boat but learning as i go! I have a 6" manual jack plate. Now I just need to figure out where to mount the gauge....
Maybe consider a mercury vessel view mobile? It’ll tell you water pressure and a lot more. I thought the 18TRX came with a water pressure gauge.
I believe you are correct. You are. Just checked a 2019 Triton Brochure and listed under Convenience and Comfort " Padded dash with Tachometer, Speedometer, Voltmeter, Fuel, Trim and Water Pressure Guage.Originally Posted by itsahog
2020 Triton 18 TRX
Tournament Fishing Package
2020 Mercury 200 Pro XS V8 Serial # 2B588923
Minn Kota Ultrex 80# I Pilot Link
Hi Jacker EZ 6" Jack Plate
Bravo 1 FS 24 Pitch Prop
Humminbird Helix 7 SI GPS CHIRP G2 Bow
Humminbird Helix 7 CHIRP MEGA GPS DI G3 Console
Trick Step Boarding Steps
RMP Engine Support
My 2015 came with a water pressure gauge.
1Holeshot gave you good advice on setup. Same way I have done it since the 80's.
Ill check into the mecury vessel mobile view, set it at 3 1/2" and go from there.
My 2017 did NOT come with h2o pressure gauge. Don't know why though.
2017 18trx, 200 proxs serial 2B401503
Just remember, with the Vessel View Mobile, you still need a sending unit to pick up water pressure - even with it.
Right.... what boat doesn’t come with one
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My 2017 18trx didn't come with one. I bought the vessel view mobile but I don't have the sending unit either.
2017 18trx, 200 proxs serial 2B401503
My 2018 TRX did not come with water pressure gauge.
I love my vessel view mobile! I have a 2013 150 PRO XS and plugged in the VVM and bought a phone holder. It's awesome!
Triton 18xs w/150 Pro XS
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