Hydraulic jack plate?

[TNReb]

I'm eyeing a new boat - possibly a 521L. Several of the ones I've found in stock do not have hydraulic jack plates.

I'm curious if anyone feels handicapped by not having one?

I love having mine on my BassCat - it makes a big difference in how I can get the boat on plane with various loads and it makes a difference in how it drives at the top speed. I'm wondering if it'd be as noticeable on the 521L since it's not a 78-80mph boat anyway.

Obviously I could add one - just trying to decide if I should.

[MarKimBassTeam2021]

Definitely, " Add it "

[rangered]

After having one on my z520 I would not be without one. They are
especially handy in shallow water.

[TNReb]

After having one on my z520 I would not be without one. They are
especially handy in shallow water.

Good point. I don’t fish that shallow very often, but can think of a few times when I’m glad I had it. Sounds like a no-brained.

[Cmart334]

Get it !! I really debated on getting one on my new 520r . I’ve had many bass boats and never had one. I wouldn’t own one without it now.

[Bassmaster2003]

Down here in South Louisiana, our average depth in canals and bayous are 4-6 feet...sometimes shallower. I'd never own another boat without one!

[davethebuilder]

Not to steal the thread but I'm thinking of adding one. It doesn't seem like it would be to hard, has any body done it before

[1ranger487vs]

Done several. Need a way to lift engine and the rest is straight forward. Get 4 more 1/2” bolts before you start

[R491V]

Well worth it!