Bass Cat | Basscatdreams | Activity https://forumtesting.basscat.com/members/Basscatdreams/activity/ Activity feed for Basscatdreams. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 21:08:04 -0600 https://buddypress.org/?v=11.3.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 6fb6f0d5d44c3354ae5737abb85b3bb3 Basscatdreams posted an update: I can second S&S marine.  Jeremy is a stand up guy https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/20489/ Tue, 19 Oct 2021 04:39:15 -0600 I can second S&S marine.  Jeremy is a stand up guy

]]> 0 1be9627841a9d84012be56e76c30fc3d Basscatdreams replied to the topic New or Used Eyra Model in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-or-used-eyra-model/#post-701626 Tue, 19 Oct 2021 04:39:14 -0600 I can second S&S marine.  Jeremy is a stand up guy

]]> 0 d462d539acdf91a425d3b39a59fb9ec4 Basscatdreams replied to the topic New 2020 Eyra is a Beast!!! in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-2020-eyra-is-a-beast/page/2/#post-701507 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 23:12:01 -0600 For those interested, this is her currently.

 

]]> 0 d462d539acdf91a425d3b39a59fb9ec4 Basscatdreams posted an update: For those interested, this is her currently.   https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/20380/ Mon, 11 Oct 2021 23:12:01 -0600 For those interested, this is her currently.

 

]]> 0 ea2e4b2286ff7771dfd081d9464b00ec Basscatdreams replied to the topic New 2020 Eyra is a Beast!!! in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-2020-eyra-is-a-beast/page/2/#post-701504 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 22:48:22 -0600 Long overdue update.

Switched to a 24P 3 blade Fury last August.  She ran 78 with tournament load and jumped  out of the hole. Zero plugs.  This year, same conditions, same prop, same configuration in the boat, she is a dog on the hole shot, especially with full wells.  Probably 10 to 12 seconds with wells full.  Really struggling. Water temp…Read more

]]> 0 ea2e4b2286ff7771dfd081d9464b00ec Basscatdreams posted an update: Long overdue update. Switched to a 24P 3 blade Fury last […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/20376/ Mon, 11 Oct 2021 22:48:22 -0600 Long overdue update.

Switched to a 24P 3 blade Fury last August.  She ran 78 with tournament load and jumped  out of the hole. Zero plugs.  This year, same conditions, same prop, same configuration in the boat, she is a dog on the hole shot, especially with full wells.  Probably 10 to 12 seconds with wells full.  Really struggling. Water temp…Read more

]]> 0 5f44746949e025395d243e6b04f95638 Basscatdreams posted an update: Awesome.  Thanks. https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14387/ Thu, 24 Dec 2020 12:56:58 -0600 Awesome.  Thanks.

]]> 0 e261a2070f8baca0580e55ef64e25c42 Basscatdreams replied to the topic BassCat DLX ..Who has One .. Or Two in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/basscat-dlx-who-has-one-or-two/#post-695188 Thu, 24 Dec 2020 12:56:55 -0600 Awesome.  Thanks.

]]> 0 aaee5cb34a737293b0a4379584f107d3 Basscatdreams posted an update: Thank you. And yes, the cable on the 2006 was cut.  […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14385/ Thu, 24 Dec 2020 12:50:44 -0600 Thank you. And yes, the cable on the 2006 was cut.  Although, no one has told me to push the release before trailering nor have I seen a warning sticker or plate on my 2020.

]]> 0 852323f0245cf5c6a3b81fe7ea046a83 Basscatdreams replied to the topic 2020 Trailer Brake Noise in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2020-trailer-brake-noise/#post-695187 Thu, 24 Dec 2020 12:50:43 -0600 Thank you. And yes, the cable on the 2006 was cut.  Although, no one has told me to push the release before trailering nor have I seen a warning sticker or plate on my 2020.

]]> 0 f5901a1b2ad1ff1d1f6cfd72a44d24da Basscatdreams started the topic Ultrex issue in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/ultrex-issue/ Tue, 22 Dec 2020 07:18:51 -0600 Question….  I know the Ultrex had some issues with the pedal sticking, especially after a rain early on.  I am pretty sure I have the Ultrex with the upgraded steering board, but I notice that when the pedal gets wet, it sticks and won’t go right.  I have to lift my foot completely, then tap on the heel slightly to turn it left, then it wo…Read more

]]> 0 54c47b20ad470c5eeb9468efca01e2f0 Basscatdreams replied to the topic Questions about resin upgrade on p2 in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/questions-about-resin-upgrade-on-p2/#post-695158 Tue, 22 Dec 2020 07:13:15 -0600 Do the Eyra, Puma, Cougar, and Jag get the upgraded as a standard item or is it an option?

]]> 0 54c47b20ad470c5eeb9468efca01e2f0 Basscatdreams posted an update: Do the Eyra, Puma, Cougar, and Jag get the upgraded as a […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14344/ Tue, 22 Dec 2020 07:13:15 -0600 Do the Eyra, Puma, Cougar, and Jag get the upgraded as a standard item or is it an option?

]]> 0 cb63572a250ba11097d3cf17c263949e Basscatdreams replied to the topic Protection for boat while hauling in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/protection-for-boat-while-hauling/#post-695157 Tue, 22 Dec 2020 07:08:12 -0600 I have a dually. Anyone using the wide dually mud flaps?  Do they work as good as rock tamers?   I like the looks of the dually flaps better than the tamers

]]> 0 cb63572a250ba11097d3cf17c263949e Basscatdreams posted an update: I have a dually. Anyone using the wide dually mud flaps?  […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14342/ Tue, 22 Dec 2020 07:08:12 -0600 I have a dually. Anyone using the wide dually mud flaps?  Do they work as good as rock tamers?   I like the looks of the dually flaps better than the tamers

]]> 0 2f0948e6be48408240ad9cbd023664e0 Basscatdreams posted an update: Never heard of a DLX.  What is it? https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14340/ Tue, 22 Dec 2020 07:03:26 -0600 Never heard of a DLX.  What is it?

]]> 0 86113c93d2e3f8db662ef9bfd6f7b97b Basscatdreams replied to the topic BassCat DLX ..Who has One .. Or Two in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/basscat-dlx-who-has-one-or-two/#post-695156 Tue, 22 Dec 2020 07:03:25 -0600 Never heard of a DLX.  What is it?

]]> 0 27594709c0748fbb7c76c3106ca72746 Basscatdreams posted an update: I've used Biobor EB for over 5 years with no issues.   I d […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14338/ Tue, 22 Dec 2020 07:01:01 -0600 I’ve used Biobor EB for over 5 years with no issues.   I did a lot of research on fuel stabilizers and Biobor EB was the best.  Just add more for long-term storage.   Will last 2 years if you use the recommended amount for long-term storage.

So far this year, I’ve only used Biobor, nothing else since I was told by several BASS pros that they don’…Read more

]]> 0 13a792f517efdafbcce2ebec81a436d2 Basscatdreams replied to the topic Question on gas additives in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/question-on-gas-additives/#post-695155 Tue, 22 Dec 2020 07:01:00 -0600 I’ve used Biobor EB for over 5 years with no issues.   I did a lot of research on fuel stabilizers and Biobor EB was the best.  Just add more for long-term storage.   Will last 2 years if you use the recommended amount for long-term storage.

So far this year, I’ve only used Biobor, nothing else since I was told by several BASS pros that they don’…Read more

]]> 0 010d4b78a4435c440be4af4df8c7c009 Basscatdreams posted an update: The Eyra is pretty tall IMO. Haven't been in the other boats […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14336/ Tue, 22 Dec 2020 06:45:25 -0600 The Eyra is pretty tall IMO. Haven’t been in the other boats much so I can’t compare.  I’m 50 and towards the end of the day, it is a UMPH going up…lol

]]> 0 8a44710bf402ced68c25875bd4e760d2 Basscatdreams replied to the topic Step height Caracal Puma/Cougar Eyra in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/step-height-caracal-puma-cougar-eyra/#post-695154 Tue, 22 Dec 2020 06:45:22 -0600 The Eyra is pretty tall IMO. Haven’t been in the other boats much so I can’t compare.  I’m 50 and towards the end of the day, it is a UMPH going up…lol

]]> 0 270118be6a3cdd55aa6912d2ffdb5aec Basscatdreams posted an update: If that E Brake cable is pulled, how do you reset it?  I've […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14329/ Tue, 22 Dec 2020 06:34:36 -0600 If that E Brake cable is pulled, how do you reset it?  I’ve never had an E brake cable.  It was cut on my 06 trailer when I bought the boat

]]> 0 01e43d9e4bfc533d9d798e223ec1d377 Basscatdreams replied to the topic 2020 Trailer Brake Noise in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2020-trailer-brake-noise/#post-695150 Tue, 22 Dec 2020 06:34:32 -0600 If that E Brake cable is pulled, how do you reset it?  I’ve never had an E brake cable.  It was cut on my 06 trailer when I bought the boat

]]> 0 fbfef67483cca5b658ce0c2f01e8b97a Basscatdreams posted an update: The dealer put this prop on it.  He ordered it as his demo […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/8686/ Sun, 01 Mar 2020 04:41:49 -0600 The dealer put this prop on it.  He ordered it as his demo boat but I bought it before he could really use it.  All he had the chance to do was break the motor in.

I don’t know anything about props to be honest.  I’ve owned one evenrude intruder and two yamaha motors prior to this merc.  All my previous props were manufacture props with no holes.

]]> 0 6e773a9e181ec6f5ce99a35b2f613d49 Basscatdreams replied to the topic New 2020 Eyra is a Beast!!! in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-2020-eyra-is-a-beast/#post-687089 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 04:41:47 -0600 The dealer put this prop on it.  He ordered it as his demo boat but I bought it before he could really use it.  All he had the chance to do was break the motor in.

I don’t know anything about props to be honest.  I’ve owned one evenrude intruder and two yamaha motors prior to this merc.  All my previous props were manufacture props with no holes.

]]> 0 d3a215e97c22acba7411ad64e6f1d887 Basscatdreams replied to the topic New 2020 Eyra is a Beast!!! in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-2020-eyra-is-a-beast/#post-686733 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 21:48:40 -0600 686730

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]]> 0 24fe49dc567e0105289f16bd46c98b59 Basscatdreams posted an update: I know you'll love her.  And you'll never own anything but […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/8531/ Sun, 23 Feb 2020 05:49:15 -0600 I know you’ll love her.  And you’ll never own anything but a Cat after this…lol. I’ll miss her, but I know she is in good hands and I’m sure nyvEyra will console me…lol

 

Can’t wait to see pics and hear all about your first trip out.

 

One thing I forgot to mention, you need spacers that go on those bolts for the flipping deck.  They fit b…Read more

]]> 0 c52c036bfe736700b87ea4835081ee04 Basscatdreams replied to the topic My first bass cat! in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/my-first-bass-cat-2/#post-686713 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 05:49:14 -0600 I know you’ll love her.  And you’ll never own anything but a Cat after this…lol. I’ll miss her, but I know she is in good hands and I’m sure my Eyra will console me…lol

 

Can’t wait to see pics and hear all about your first trip out.

 

One thing I forgot to mention, you need spacers that go on those bolts for the flipping deck.  They fit b…Read more

]]> 0 f6a01d2f19c4513cb715f1d8f584559a Basscatdreams posted an update: As for the prop, I it is either a Bavo I 26P or a Fury I […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/8529/ Sun, 23 Feb 2020 05:40:13 -0600 As for the prop, I it is either a Bavo I 26P or a Fury I 26P. I keep forgetting to check.

 

I get my buy one, get one free power poles installed next week. I upgraded to the blue, and added the foot pedals.  I just got the Tournament Saver Pro in the mail and the 36V Ultrex with the I-pilot link just came in as well.  I’ll add another GPS puck w…Read more

]]> 0 0883d6770d34938117a5750dfdf4bc04 Basscatdreams replied to the topic New 2020 Eyra is a Beast!!! in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-2020-eyra-is-a-beast/#post-686712 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 05:40:11 -0600 As for the prop, I it is either a Bavo I 26P or a Fury I 26P. I keep forgetting to check.

 

I get my buy one, get one free power poles installed next week. I upgraded to the blue, and added the foot pedals.  I just got the Tournament Saver Pro in the mail and the 36V Ultrex with the I-pilot link just came in as well.  I’ll add another GPS puck w…Read more

]]> 0 7426d48a35d5a8e243451c4e8b0c72dd Basscatdreams posted an update: He is a good guy and I know he is biting at the bit to get […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/8527/ Sun, 23 Feb 2020 05:32:31 -0600 He is a good guy and I know he is biting at the bit to get her out.  Kinda cold in Canada still…lol.

 

I’ve tried to answer all I can and will continue to do so.  I made a ton of changes and upgrades to that 06, so I know her like the back of my hand.

 

He definitely is going to fit right in with the Cat family.   He is meticulous with eve…Read more

]]> 0 90fba1fbc2069c995c550e0529be5666 Basscatdreams replied to the topic New 2020 Eyra is a Beast!!! in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-2020-eyra-is-a-beast/#post-686711 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 05:32:29 -0600 He is a good guy and I know he is biting at the bit to get her out.  Kinda cold in Canada still…lol.

 

I’ve tried to answer all I can and will continue to do so.  I made a ton of changes and upgrades to that 06, so I know her like the back of my hand.

 

He definitely is going to fit right in with the Cat family.   He is meticulous with eve…Read more

]]> 0 53733e59630939f31bd796d1ee6ccafa Basscatdreams posted an update: I fell in love with this one and bought it.....   https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/8525/ Sun, 23 Feb 2020 05:26:00 -0600 I fell in love with this one and bought it…..

 
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]]> 0 20155d0eea3d81238b704d80680520ce Basscatdreams replied to the topic Help choosing colors in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/help-choosing-colors/#post-686709 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 05:25:58 -0600 I fell in love with this one and bought it…..

 
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]]> 0 6de6851a551821b9dd039913910ea8c0 Basscatdreams posted an update: She is gorgeous,  especially in the sun.   I am […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/8365/ Fri, 21 Feb 2020 00:06:39 -0600 She is gorgeous,  especially in the sun.

 

I am experimenting with a 4 blade right now for better rough water handling.  She comes up pretty fast with full tanks.  Haven’t filled the wells with water yet nor do I have my power poles installed.  I’m trying to get used to the flat ride since this 4 blade lifts the rear a lot.  My classic rode more…Read more

]]> 0 5ee28f4b8de6be62230c7bcedab7ffe3 Basscatdreams replied to the topic New 2020 Eyra is a Beast!!! in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-2020-eyra-is-a-beast/#post-686514 Fri, 21 Feb 2020 00:06:38 -0600 She is gorgeous,  especially in the sun.

 

I am experimenting with a 4 blade right now for better rough water handling.  She comes up pretty fast with full tanks.  Haven’t filled the wells with water yet nor do I have my power poles installed.  I’m trying to get used to the flat ride since this 4 blade lifts the rear a lot.  My classic rode more…Read more

]]> 0 fe1c19babf81cf00a135347a5066630d Basscatdreams posted an update: @Chris Coupel, thanks for that detailed write up.  I broke […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/8363/ Thu, 20 Feb 2020 23:56:48 -0600 @Chris Coupel, thanks for that detailed write up.  I broke my back in Iraq and was leaning towards the Lynx and Caracal until I spoke to John Crews about his love of the Eyra.  The responsiveness of this hull is amazing.  I came out of an 06 Classic so I can’t speak for the other hulls.  All I know is, with the Eyra, I have no fear of tackling big…Read more

]]> 0 00190de0c554877b544d3977999db1e3 Basscatdreams replied to the topic Best Ride in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/best-ride-2/page/2/#post-686513 Thu, 20 Feb 2020 23:56:47 -0600 @Chris Coupel, thanks for that detailed write up.  I broke my back in Iraq and was leaning towards the Lynx and Caracal until I spoke to John Crews about his love of the Eyra.  The responsiveness of this hull is amazing.  I came out of an 06 Classic so I can’t speak for the other hulls.  All I know is, with the Eyra, I have no fear of tackling big…Read more

]]> 0 c2489c97a412df26bfd20272175c3577 Basscatdreams posted an update: Thanks. I just ordered one.  I had cranking battery issues […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/8304/ Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:39:33 -0600 Thanks. I just ordered one.  I had cranking battery issues last year.  Sucks

]]> 0 1ee2943efc796ada8da6cf921d96868e Basscatdreams replied to the topic Tournament Saver Pro in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/tournament-saver-pro-3/#post-686451 Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:39:30 -0600 Thanks. I just ordered one.  I had cranking battery issues last year.  Sucks

]]> 0 70cd172e9fc71c8fb566bf197c303944 Basscatdreams started the topic Tournament Saver Pro in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/tournament-saver-pro-3/ Tue, 18 Feb 2020 03:49:15 -0600 Anyone heard of this or installed it?  This seems easier than jumper cables or a jumper switch like on other premium boats?

 

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]]> 0 a8f782d1aeeabc0ede11d13552c6439a Basscatdreams started the topic New 2020 Eyra is a Beast!!! in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-2020-eyra-is-a-beast/ Tue, 18 Feb 2020 03:39:26 -0600 Sold my 06 Pantera Classic to a great guy up in Canada.  This is his first Cat and he is as excited as I was when I bought it 5 years ago.  I’ll let him introduce himself if he decides to.

 

Meanwhile, thanks to the advice i received from John Crews, I chose a 2020 Eyra with the 250 Pro XS.  This is my first Mercury motor.  My first one was a 1…Read more

]]> 0 2b79c33ed3cffc7a3a0800ae02d9740a Basscatdreams posted an update: Bump https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/4329/ Tue, 03 Sep 2019 15:49:51 -0600 Bump

]]> 0 72e1408228587b3bbafc3af5bbf8073a Basscatdreams started the topic KY - SOLD. 2006 Pantera Classic DC / 2005 Yamaha VMax in the forum Bass Cats For Sale https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/ky-2006-pantera-classic-dc-2005-yamaha-vmax/ Wed, 28 Aug 2019 01:20:17 -0600 Wanting to buy a newer 20 foot cat so I am selling my 2006 Classic DC.  It has the removable console and a 2005 Yamaha 200 VMax.  Motor is the original one from the factory and has approximately 375 hours.

2019 Additions:  Atlas Hydraulic Jackplate, Tilt Steering helm, Helix 9 SI/DI G2N at Console, 2 series 27 TM batteries, NOCO Genius GEN 3 30…Read more

]]> 0 be46fd3d8d1adedbc3414e77c5d05d37 Basscatdreams posted an update: Yes, that is the plate I am looking for.  I know Largemouth […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/2126/ Fri, 15 Mar 2019 18:31:15 -0600 Yes, that is the plate I am looking for.  I know Largemouth Lou made them a while back.  But i read somewhere that he doesn’t now.  I suppose it will mean taking the boat to a metal shop to have it made….

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