Tin upgrade - RT188

[Pagregss]

After thinking about it for a while, I called the dealer and had them add the 3 bank charger to the order just to avoid the hassle of making a second charger fit.

Having an older boat all this time, I've grown accustomed to working on it, but one of the reasons for ordering a brand new boat was so I wouldn't spend so much time wrenching.

I forgot to mention that I also ordered my boat with the passenget console. I fish buddy tournaments and thought I'd be nice to my partner for those long early morning runs.

[tcesni]

After thinking about it for a while, I called the dealer and had them add the 3 bank charger to the order just to avoid the hassle of making a second charger fit.

Having an older boat all this time, I've grown accustomed to working on it, but one of the reasons for ordering a brand new boat was so I wouldn't spend so much time wrenching.

I forgot to mention that I also ordered my boat with the passenget console. I fish buddy tournaments and thought I'd be nice to my partner for those long early morning runs.

My wife certainly appreciates the extra console and the boat just looks better.

[TampaJim]

You will also like having the glove box for paperwork, cell phone, charger, etc.

[gatorglenn]

I for one really miss not having the duel console. The boat I have now is spoken for ( grandsons). In the future, my new boat will definitely be a dual console.

[TritonTRXV8]

The passenger console is really nice for when running they dont have to eat all the wind and they do look sharp and proportioned. I just dont like the narrow path to walk between when going from front to back. They do take up alot of space.

[Jraywheat]

My dealer supplied a fire extinguisher when I got my RT 178.....

[Sammiew]

Mounts out out of the way under the console and east access.

[Jeff Hahn]

The passenger console is really nice for when running they dont have to eat all the wind and they do look sharp and proportioned. I just dont like the narrow path to walk between when going from front to back. They do take up alot of space.

A friend has an RT188 that is a single console. A second console might be alright if the wife goes with you a lot. But, a dual console RT188 is NOT the best rig for two fat boys!

[Milkram]

Hi do u mind sending a pic of where u mounted it along with any instructions or things to look out for? Im afraid ill drill into something important like electronics or wiring. Thanks

[Troyman1514]

Awesome News ! Just purchased one myself. Was gonna order one and found one in stock at a good price....2017 Dark charcoal RT 188. 115 Mercury Pro XS 4 stroke. Having a few extra items installed : Hydraulic Steering, 4" set jack plate, 20" Laser ll 20" SS prop, boarding ladder, retractable tie downs, Mercury Vessel View, and a Minn Kota Ultrex 80lb. The TM was pricey, but I like to do a lot of crappie fishing as well in deeper waters where the pro pole won't help. Having them install a Helix 10si on console and a Helix 10di on the front. ( which I already had ). Pumped to at least get it home into the garage : )

[derwinh]

Bought my RT178 at Robbins last fall they were pretty good to deal with .Boat did not have a fire extinguisher and when I got home there was no charger in it cause I wanted to charge my batteries for the next day. It was suppose to have a 3 bank charger after about a month and half dozen phone calls and them misplacing it and losing it they sent me one. they said it was never shipped from the factory with one but the mount holes were there for it and i cant believe the mechanic did not catch it because they mounted the motor for me .so make sure everything you order is correct and on the boat before you pull out ,I was just so excited when I got it never checked the boat over that good. Other than that I really like that boat ,That is my maroon stratos down there I traded in i think they still have it.

[JLMitchell19]

Congrats on your new boat. It does have room for 3 batteries and a 3 bank charger. I bought mine used and it did have a fire extinguisher (still in the box,lol). I would expect the dealer to provide it and the throw cushion. They should include that as part of the dealer prep. Tight Lines!

[Obsessed]

Congrats on the new boat.

[n2ratfishin]

Congrats on ordering new boat! I have a DC and at 275 qualify for "full size" LOL. Unless both big guys are running for the front deck at the same time you'll not mind the walkway between the console. I'll take that for the extra glovebox and wind/rain protection. Mine is fairly loaded. After reading a bunch I should have ordered an Ultrex trolling motor. My digital 70 does great, just sounds like the Ultrex would be really nice to have.

[Pagregss]

Wow, thread back from the archives! I've had the boat for near a year now and can't be happier.

As for the question of extinguisher location, I mounted mine right below the driver seat, on the box the seats mount to. That way if I'm running the boat, I just reach between my legs to get at it. I've been checked a couple of times by the authorities and they seem to like how visible it is as well. Really speeds up boat checks so I can get back to fishing.

[jc1234]

I had to buy my own fire extinguisher. I ordered a 2 bank charger when I bought it and added a single bank charger later on.

[3dees]

I had dual consoles for a long time. now my son and grandson are grown up. bought my VT19 with single console. wow, so much more room. would never go back to duals. they do look nice though.