Just purchased FIRST BCB boat, what now?

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May 17, 2012 at 1:39 pm #452445

toledoAngler
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so i just purchased my first BCB (2009 Puma FTD) and not real sure of the next step. I know i need to go and fill out the transferable hull warranty and I believe there is still a warranty on the Merc 250 pro XS but not sure how to transfer that or even extend it, if possible? Is there anything else i need to do? I would like to fish in the BCB tournaments so is there something i need to do so i can get updates on when and where these are held?Thanks for helping…ToledoAngler

May 17, 2012 at 2:06 pm #452446

Bass Cat Boats
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ToledoAngler,We Welcome to the Bass Cat Family!Here is a direct link to get started, this form will get the Warranty info in, and get you signed up as a Quest member qualifing you for all Quest events:http://basscatowners.yuku…er-Quest-Membership-FormHere is the Official Quest page listing all of the Owners sanctioned tournaments:http://basscatowners.yuku.com/forums/64/You will find the Rules/Guidelines at the top of this page, it also lists the auto sanctioned tournaments under section”T” towards the end of the document …http://basscatowners.yuku.com/topic/120 … IncentivesAs far as your Mercury warranty… you need to check that with your dealer, or, any authorized Mercury dealer can obtain those details, as well as any offerings for an extension to your current Warranty.Again we welcome you into the Bass Cat Family, use this wonderful Owners Boards to answer just about any question you might have as you make great memories in your new Puma FTD!BCB

May 17, 2012 at 8:43 pm #452447

clownshoes
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You need to-Buy a #2 square drive for all of the screws in the boat in case you decide to work on something.Watch the BCB videos on the home page from Crews and Short and Mccaghren and Butcher that may apply to your boat- livewells and such infoFigure out how the alarm worksLabel all of the pumps in the sump area so you know which is which.Would check all resevoirs in the boat- trailer tongue(under black cap that rotates off with flathead screwdriver, hydraulic plate, motor trim fluidPurchase a nut wrench for transom bolts and jack plate bolts to be checked regularly.Purchase sockets that fit battery trays and battery nuts(no wing nuts) and the screws.Get on BCB website and look at how boat is put together on a boat like yours.First time you trailer it check hub temps with your hand. In Texas right now they will be hot but you should be able to leave your hands on them.That should do it!C.O.D. Jr. III

May 17, 2012 at 10:19 pm #452448

1958
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Create a Boat folder in your Favorites of Internet Explorer and bookmark websites of manuals or things of interest so you can find them easy…like this one for your trailer brake actuator:http://www.ufpnet.com/Act…rs/tabid/54/Default.aspxor to see if your gas additive is best like this one:http://www.fuel-testers.c…_safe_with_e10_list.htmland visit the FAQ (lots of info in there) and bookmark things you want like this one on livewell operation:http://basscatowners.yuku…ted-for-the-newer-Familythen you can bookmark some good stuff like this:http://www.youtube.com/wa…;feature=player_embedded

May 17, 2012 at 11:47 pm #452449

BR400
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#2Post us some pictures!

May 18, 2012 at 1:17 am #452450

Chris Iliohan
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Also called a red robertson screw driver Curious as to why BCB uses this type of screw?

May 18, 2012 at 4:37 am #452451

Bass Cat Boats
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Give us a fishing report(assuming your name is for Toledo Bend)Congrats on the new cat

May 18, 2012 at 4:48 am #452452

Bass Cat Boats
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hookminthelips, They dont slip, no stripped #2 Phillips heads. Better quality in construction. We hate those rounded #2 screwdriver bits that make that ratcheting sound with the power driver when the bits worn out. Plus the center of a #3 Phillips fits a #2 square drive bit great. The screws are all custom made for BCB in stainless as they were not available as a shelf item when we went that way about 15 years ago. You can buy Simeon stainless now without having to have them specialty made. It just takes time for everyone to catch on. Its simple!

May 18, 2012 at 5:03 pm #452453

lasabre
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Plus one on the #2 square klein in the boat. I already had one as I am an electrician. Most all Breaker boxes use the square drive for the reason BCB just stated. Much better at getting that tight connection needed to prevent excess heat at terminations.

May 18, 2012 at 5:19 pm #452454

toledoAngler
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Thanks guys i appreciate the support and web-links!! i will post pics over the next couple of weeks. , Tx76, yes my login names represents Toledo Bend. I fish the bend AVIDLY and have stood in front of the same sign you are there at Toledo Tackle. Hope to be standing infront of that sign again soon. , ||
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