Cougar FTD

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April 6, 2010 at 10:17 pm #264407

kent7351
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If you are in the market for an awesome looking, loaded to the hilt, all the bells and whistles Cougar FTD?? You better call John at Martys Marine. They have an awesome looking one ready to be picked up. I nicknamed it the “stealth”. Check it out on their web site and youll understand why!! (www.martysmarine.com) then hollar at John. When them guys tell you a boat is in good shape and its in great condition, BANK on it.

April 6, 2010 at 10:50 pm #264408

billius
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I feel comfortable in anything over 4 feet. I have taken off in 3 feet of water with no problems. I might be able to take off in less than that but I dont see any reason to try it.

April 6, 2010 at 10:55 pm #264409

Cougarftd
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3 feet easily…could probably do less

April 7, 2010 at 12:35 am #264410

bass cat 4 ever
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5 foot take off 3 foot

April 7, 2010 at 4:39 am #264411

CajunAg
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Depends on how thick the weeds are. I am comfortable running in at least 6-7 feet of clear water between hull bottom and tops of weeds and headed deeper. I normally dont hit it until the boat is an about 4 ft of water with no weeds underneath or in front. Ill still go just a little, back out of it, stop, reverse and back flush any hydrilla or other weeds, then go ahead and punch it. I have an 89 Pantera with an Evinrude 150, if that matters or helps any.Your Signature …

April 7, 2010 at 3:11 pm #264412

jigging
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Kent it depends on the amount of fuel Im holding or if my live wells are full but I have got it up in 2 with a light load I just bring my jack-plate up high trim down and hammer it (probably why my prop needs a little TLC) but here in South Louisiana we stay in shallow water. With a tournament load gas and live wells full 3 is about right for me. Also I am running a 27R 3 blade prop I need a 4 blade it should help a little more. Good Luck

April 7, 2010 at 10:50 pm #264413

Scott Dominick
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5 and 5…….too many stumps around here.

April 8, 2010 at 12:14 am #264414

Gun Runner
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I live in S. Louisiana and fish alot of very shallow water . Ive got on pad numerous times in 2 ft of water with no probs , the prop wont be perfect forever , but nobodys in S Louisiana that fishes alot is !!!!!!!! It does matter how many ppl are in the boat , livewells , and fuel , but I can get up in 2 ft of water with no problems !!!!!!

April 8, 2010 at 12:53 am #264415

clownshoes
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Before you take off turn the wheel away from the heaviest seat(whos bigger you or your partner?) Get a good hold of steering wheel.Rapidly apply the acclerator after putting in gear.Turn wheel to the quickly as you get up- i.e., point that sucker where you intend to go.2-3 feet deep no problem in a mercury and up in a very short distance….My Evinrude..2-3 feet deep again but I need a 100 yardsBut dont worry I catch up in speed! Practice this in open water first Last edited by clownshoes on April 8th, 2010, 12:59 am, edited 1 time in total.C.O.D. Jr. III

April 8, 2010 at 2:38 am #264416

HOMan
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Dude, did you get your Update done? If not dude you gotta get her in, it does make a difference, also What prop are you running? My guys with the 26p Fury are Hittin the limiter at 82ish on the GPS, he did pick up power down low, but also on top, Denny said its pullin so hard at 6000 he may try a 27 fury, and his is the 2010 1/2 FULLY updated, with the 2008 Style heads and all refinements. Also, BRP has some major tricks up its sleeve for the SHO, dont worry buddy youll be one of the 1st to know……Keepin the H.O. Alive…..Brannon

January 30, 2012 at 1:59 pm #390914

Terry Battisti
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Its about time 200 cleaned that thing! Looks awesome Bob! Just in time for some LM fish, eh? :-)Terry Battisti

January 30, 2012 at 3:54 pm #390918

greeneboat
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Looks great, Bob! I saw you on the water on Saturday running through Gumlog Creek. I went looking for you but couldnt find you. I hope you did well!Andy GreeneGreene Boat & MotorAndy Greene Greene Boat & Motor 828-286-2290 http://www.greeneboats.com

January 30, 2012 at 4:45 pm #390920

BR400
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You probably didnt go far enough back.

January 30, 2012 at 6:16 pm #390923

f33730349
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What ramp at Hartwell………Looks like Poplar Springs ? I have launched there a few times, but dont get to fish that lake very often. Lanier is much closer for me.Great looking Cougar !

January 30, 2012 at 6:54 pm #390925

BR400
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Yes. It is Poplar Springs.
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