Our wives love to fish! CC already had an older Ranger bass boat but she needed a larger platform. She upgraded to a used Champion 198 this Winter and has been working on DIY projects to dial it in all Spring. When she got the boat it was stripped, leaving room to rig it any way her heart desired. Come along as she gives a full tour, showing every detail of how she chose to rig this boat. From the Ultrex 112 trolling motor to brand new electronics and accessories throughout, she did it right!
Buying a bass boat can be a very stressful time. For the angler buying a new boat, you’re faced with the anxiety of selecting from a handful of electronics options, color schemes, engine sizes, etc. For the angler purchasing a used boat, you’re faced with fears of reliability and hidden damage. For both groups, it can be an incredible experience if you have a little confidence about what you’re looking for. If you’re considering a used boat purchase, this video will tell you everything you need to look for before committing to buy: https://youtu.be/cZtbnWpl4uI
After making a purchase the next step is to dial the boat in so you feel like its your own. This may involve big purchases like a new motor, shallow water anchors, or seats. It could also just be as simple as a few stickers that make it feel personal. When CC purchased her boat it was stripped. There was no trolling motor, electronics, batteries, charger, etc… She had a blank slate to work with and over the course of a few months we were able to buy and install all the parts and pieces to make it her own.
Below are a list of the parts and equipment that were upgraded. We’ll follow the course of the video so we’ll begin in the stern and work our way to the bow.
Transom…
Steering- Hydraulic Steer Stops: https://bit.ly/2Sc5Ikg
Motor Support- Motor Stiks: Source From T-H Marine
Plug- Flow Rite Remote Drain Plug: http://bit.ly/2jkZqjS
Anchors- Minn Kota 8′ Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Brackets- Minn Kota Tilt Brackets: https://bit.ly/2VJ8O1c
Battery Compartment…
Batteries- Group 31 100 Amp Hour: Source Locally
Switch- Battery Disconnect Switch: Source Locally
Battery Charger- Minn Kota Precision 4-Bank: http://bit.ly/2vcrbjA
Console…
Electronics- Humminbird Helix 12 CHIRP G3: https://bit.ly/2w7u3jx
Electronics Mount- BalzOut 6″: http://bit.ly/2HnxLtu
New Rocker Switches: Source From New Wire Marine
Throttle- Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Bow…
Motor- Minn Kota Ultrex MEGA DI 112 (52″ Shaft): http://bit.ly/2RqrT4v
Wiring Sleeve- T-H Marine Troll Jacket: http://bit.ly/2xBxoVf
Electronics- Humminbird Helix 12 CHIRP G3: https://bit.ly/2w7u3jx
Electronics Mount- Kong Wave Tamer: http://bit.ly/2wsJVbA
Foot Switch- Talon Remote Foot Control: http://bit.ly/2O7zWUE
Rod Straps- Boat Buckle Deck Mount System: https://bit.ly/3aC7bYf
Underneath…
Megaware Keel Guard: http://bit.ly/2N5p36m
Want to watch another tour? Here is the full tour of Matt and Tim’s boats after their restorations where completed: https://youtu.be/KE2HVAr4lRM
NEW Tactical Bassin Apparel…
TacticalBassin Reaper Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2TwBWs7
TacticalBassin Shadow Hoodie: http://bit.ly/2FVD9Rs
TacticalBassin Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/2TvFMBD
TacticalBassin Hooded Sun Shirt: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
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What we wear…
Sun Mask: http://bit.ly/2JcA8xi
Sun Shirt w/ Hood: http://bit.ly/38cVi9G
Light Fishing Pants: http://bit.ly/2foDx10
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Equipment We Recommend…
Minn Kota Ultrex Trolling Motor: http://bit.ly/2vFQypW
Humminbird Solix 15 Electronics: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej
Minn Kota Talons: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP
Hot Foot Throttle Control: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO
Loc-R-Bar Boat Security: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP
Favorite Storage Box: http://bit.ly/2fvjcFB
Favorite Pliers: http://bit.ly/2tfxFvw
Favorite Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0
Favorite Wire Cutters: http://bit.ly/2soB34k
Favorite life jacket: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP
Favorite sunglasses: http://bit.ly/2glE3eN
Hero8 Camera: http://bit.ly/37hVTX4
ElectroSamson Scale: http://bit.ly/2f7QgQ9
Frabill Net: http://bit.ly/2FNdnQr
Lure Retriever: http://bit.ly/2TLTJc6
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