Bass Cat | CB_SabreFTD18 | Activity https://forumtesting.basscat.com/members/CB_SabreFTD18/activity/ Activity feed for CB_SabreFTD18. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 21:08:04 -0600 https://buddypress.org/?v=11.3.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 5a7ad3b168f13a99429643a3ee01bdfa CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic which prop on 23 bobcat in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/which-prop-on-23-bobcat/#post-718681 Sun, 27 Aug 2023 17:36:17 -0600 You have a ton of weight at the bow.  Engine is set too high on the plate if it’s digging the nose.  Shoot for it to run/feel level at WOT without any trim up. I’d drop it to 4” PTP which usually means 1/2” below “flush” on jackplate (“Flush” is usually ~ 3.5 PTP.)  Tinker up or down from 4” below pad unless you want to run a 15 1/4” diameter pro…Read more

]]> 0 5a7ad3b168f13a99429643a3ee01bdfa CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: You have a ton of weight at the bow.  Engine is set too […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/31620/ Sun, 27 Aug 2023 17:36:17 -0600 You have a ton of weight at the bow.  Engine is set too high on the plate if it’s digging the nose.  Shoot for it to run/feel level at WOT without any trim up. I’d drop it to 4” PTP which usually means 1/2” below “flush” on jackplate (“Flush” is usually ~ 3.5 PTP.)  Tinker up or down from 4” below pad unless you want to run a 15 1/4” diameter pro…Read more

]]> 0 39b8b78ba0eb42749f755cc8769fd1f8 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Jack Plate off level in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/jack-plate-off-level/#post-714946 Thu, 13 Jul 2023 11:42:44 -0600 I’ll ad to it.  Both Cats I’ve owned had/have  slightly “UN” square plates to the eye.   My current ‘18 Sabre looks closer to square than my ‘09 was.  With both, when I adjust plate up or down, I always squat down and lift/wiggle up holding cav plate on engine after I get the engine height I’m after.  It levels engine every time confirmed by placi…Read more

]]> 0 39b8b78ba0eb42749f755cc8769fd1f8 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: I’ll ad to it.  Both Cats I’ve owned had/have  sli […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/29847/ Thu, 13 Jul 2023 11:42:44 -0600 I’ll ad to it.  Both Cats I’ve owned had/have  slightly “UN” square plates to the eye.   My current ‘18 Sabre looks closer to square than my ‘09 was.  With both, when I adjust plate up or down, I always squat down and lift/wiggle up holding cav plate on engine after I get the engine height I’m after.  It levels engine every time confirmed by placi…Read more

]]> 0 7a2fd27a54cb2f4d830c7c93c4570243 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic sabre - Motor height in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/sabre-motor-height/#post-709232 Mon, 13 Feb 2023 15:36:12 -0600 I have a 2 stroke 175 on my Sabre. I run a 25 Tempest as my speed prop.  I like it at flush on the plate or 1/8” below flush.  Runs the chop nicely and handles well.  On my boat, that’s 3 1/2- 3 5/8 prop to pad.  Rooster tail is a tad under top of cowling  aired out at max trim. Imo, if you fish big lakes that get gnarly when the wind blows, f…Read more

]]> 0 7a2fd27a54cb2f4d830c7c93c4570243 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: I have a 2 stroke 175 on my Sabre. I run a 25 Tempest as my […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/27070/ Mon, 13 Feb 2023 15:36:12 -0600 I have a 2 stroke 175 on my Sabre. I run a 25 Tempest as my speed prop.  I like it at flush on the plate or 1/8” below flush.  Runs the chop nicely and handles well.  On my boat, that’s 3 1/2- 3 5/8 prop to pad.  Rooster tail is a tad under top of cowling  aired out at max trim. Imo, if you fish big lakes that get gnarly when the wind blows, f…Read more

]]> 0 cdb206b7039d771961e76c3181f18ccf CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Boat Fire Lithium Batteries in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/boat-fire-lithium-batteries/page/2/#post-708073 Wed, 30 Nov 2022 22:12:00 -0600 “2050” says it all for the mysterious poster on the cell phone.

]]> 0 cdb206b7039d771961e76c3181f18ccf CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: “2050” says it all for the mysterious poster on the cell phone. https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/26182/ Wed, 30 Nov 2022 22:12:00 -0600 “2050” says it all for the mysterious poster on the cell phone.

]]> 0 c9bc1e44341bb9f46a55e3fb30de55a6 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: I’d like one on my Sabre.  My buddy has a 82 lb thrust on hi […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/25434/ Mon, 26 Sep 2022 17:14:43 -0600 I’d like one on my Sabre.  My buddy has a 82 lb thrust on his Cougar.  No issues with it for 1.5 years so far. Spotlock works fine.  It’s the quietest TM I’ve ever had my foot on.  That prop it comes with is the best I’ve ever used to fish through hydrilla.

]]> 0 6e35a7c94075932724c02d5ff907d86b CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic motorguide pro tour in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/motorguide-pro-tour/#post-707292 Mon, 26 Sep 2022 17:14:42 -0600 I’d like one on my Sabre.  My buddy has a 82 lb thrust on his Cougar.  No issues with it for 1.5 years so far. Spotlock works fine.  It’s the quietest TM I’ve ever had my foot on.  That prop it comes with is the best I’ve ever used to fish through hydrilla.

]]> 0 7050a2166c2511011f6e39e448ffda7e CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Cougar lift in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/cougar-lift/#post-706412 Sat, 30 Jul 2022 12:40:36 -0600 Does the bow seems to be digging in that sloppy water?  If so, drop the engine.  Don’t be shy to try 1/8”-1/4” below flush on the plate for those type of conditions, and that’s with any prop you like. Prop likes vary from person to person.  Fury is usually the fastest on top end from my experience.  Tempest lifts good and runs soft.  Bravo shou…Read more

]]> 0 7050a2166c2511011f6e39e448ffda7e CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: Does the bow seems to be digging in that sloppy water?  If […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/24728/ Sat, 30 Jul 2022 12:40:36 -0600 Does the bow seems to be digging in that sloppy water?  If so, drop the engine.  Don’t be shy to try 1/8”-1/4” below flush on the plate for those type of conditions, and that’s with any prop you like. Prop likes vary from person to person.  Fury is usually the fastest on top end from my experience.  Tempest lifts good and runs soft.  Bravo shou…Read more

]]> 0 c90dce7ab672aab82f924f264b64896d CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Prop / pitch selection for new 175 proxs in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/prop-pitch-selection-for-new-175-proxs/#post-701766 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 14:34:30 -0600 Curious if anyone has tried a 24 Tempest on a new Sabre with 175 Merc 4 stroke?
It’s the best load carrying prop on my Sabre with 175 2 stroke.  It turns 6020 rpms Smartcraft with just me in it in the Summer to about 68.5 mph.  It’s 68.0 @ over 5900 rpms with me and a buddy (combined weight 440lbs).  This is with about 3/4 fuel and the motor…Read more

]]> 0 c90dce7ab672aab82f924f264b64896d CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: Curious if anyone has tried a 24 Tempest on a new Sabre with […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/20571/ Thu, 28 Oct 2021 14:34:30 -0600 Curious if anyone has tried a 24 Tempest on a new Sabre with 175 Merc 4 stroke?
It’s the best load carrying prop on my Sabre with 175 2 stroke.  It turns 6020 rpms Smartcraft with just me in it in the Summer to about 68.5 mph.  It’s 68.0 @ over 5900 rpms with me and a buddy (combined weight 440lbs).  This is with about 3/4 fuel and the motor…Read more

]]> 0 80169f1212af10bac7c05e6a529338f9 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Pantera II vs. Pantera Classic in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/pantera-ii-vs-pantera-classic-2/#post-699939 Sat, 24 Jul 2021 19:43:02 -0600 I don’t know about 2022, but I was quoted about $3000 less for the Classic with 3” tandem vs P2 with single axle 3 years ago with 200 2 stroke when I bought the Sabre my dealer had in stock.  The Classic was $44k+ and P2 $47K+.  This was stock everything with Fortrexx 80 on both to order with colors I wanted and no hotfoot.

Mercury also makes…Read more

]]> 0 80169f1212af10bac7c05e6a529338f9 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: I don’t know about 2022, but I was quoted about $3000 less f […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/18822/ Sat, 24 Jul 2021 19:43:02 -0600 I don’t know about 2022, but I was quoted about $3000 less for the Classic with 3” tandem vs P2 with single axle 3 years ago with 200 2 stroke when I bought the Sabre my dealer had in stock.  The Classic was $44k+ and P2 $47K+.  This was stock everything with Fortrexx 80 on both to order with colors I wanted and no hotfoot.

Mercury also makes…Read more

]]> 0 7a8fd12f7f64ad2b4005f05bd003b0e0 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Deluxe Tournament in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/deluxe-tournament/#post-699894 Thu, 22 Jul 2021 20:09:58 -0600 I’d settle for an on the water video performance ride and walk through.  I grew up as a kid back in the 70’s fishing out of a 15 1/2’ “snub nose” with stick steering, no decks, and a Center livewell/baitwell.  I was the designated “Choke Puller” from the rear seat with pedestal on the antique 35 hp Evinrude.   We caught enough fish on Conroe,…Read more

]]> 0 7a8fd12f7f64ad2b4005f05bd003b0e0 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: I’d settle for an on the water video performance ride and w […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/18786/ Thu, 22 Jul 2021 20:09:58 -0600 I’d settle for an on the water video performance ride and walk through.  I grew up as a kid back in the 70’s fishing out of a 15 1/2’ “snub nose” with stick steering, no decks, and a Center livewell/baitwell.  I was the designated “Choke Puller” from the rear seat with pedestal on the antique 35 hp Evinrude.   We caught enough fish on Conroe,…Read more

]]> 0 bf18095500698fad0278dc6992e4d06f CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Margay Rims in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/margay-rims/#post-698514 Mon, 17 May 2021 11:55:45 -0600 …and whistles on it with a G2 150.  I would guess you might be able to put 15” wheels with a shorter tire for fender clearance.  The one drawback I can think of is that if it works, you’d have to back your trailer in deeper at the launch.  I’ve got 15” wheels with 235/75/ 15 tires on my tandem axle Sabre.  It sits up high.  Most launches I h…Read more

]]> 0 bf18095500698fad0278dc6992e4d06f CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: ...and whistles on it with a G2 150.  I would guess you […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/17412/ Mon, 17 May 2021 11:55:45 -0600 …and whistles on it with a G2 150.  I would guess you might be able to put 15” wheels with a shorter tire for fender clearance.  The one drawback I can think of is that if it works, you’d have to back your trailer in deeper at the launch.  I’ve got 15” wheels with 235/75/ 15 tires on my tandem axle Sabre.  It sits up high.  Most launches I h…Read more

]]> 0 93e978f5e7892fdcb55986e2af571201 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Margay Rims in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/margay-rims/#post-698513 Mon, 17 May 2021 11:50:20 -0600 I remember a guy posting pics of his new Margay about 3 years ago with a tandem trailer and 15” wheels/tires.  I can’t recall if it was a 3” or 4” trailer.  He had all the bell

]]> 0 93e978f5e7892fdcb55986e2af571201 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: I remember a guy posting pics of his new Margay about 3 […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/17410/ Mon, 17 May 2021 11:50:20 -0600 I remember a guy posting pics of his new Margay about 3 years ago with a tandem trailer and 15” wheels/tires.  I can’t recall if it was a 3” or 4” trailer.  He had all the bell

]]> 0 81c6cbbaefd4df32e2a2d4ae3cf3c7ff CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic new basscat.com home page in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-basscat-com-home-page/#post-697529 Fri, 02 Apr 2021 17:10:46 -0600 Very nice!  Looks slick, quick, and efficient.  Awesome retro images too!

]]> 0 81c6cbbaefd4df32e2a2d4ae3cf3c7ff CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: Very nice!  Looks slick, quick, and efficient.  Awesome r […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/16541/ Fri, 02 Apr 2021 17:10:46 -0600 Very nice!  Looks slick, quick, and efficient.  Awesome retro images too!

]]> 0 26d20b44c39a513f2beb7af048b57183 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic New Pantera Classic in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-pantera-classic-4/#post-697143 Sun, 14 Mar 2021 13:01:48 -0600 I would guess that 175 Pro XS, propped correctly, might be capable of 64-65 solo with an average load on a Classic.  No issues with hole shot.  This is just my hunch. They make a “regular” 175 4 stroke too that’s probably priced slightly less.

The V6 200 might be close in price to the 175 XS, and I’ll guess it would allow turning of a taller pi…Read more

]]> 0 26d20b44c39a513f2beb7af048b57183 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: I would guess that 175 Pro XS, propped correctly, might be […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/16222/ Sun, 14 Mar 2021 13:01:48 -0600 I would guess that 175 Pro XS, propped correctly, might be capable of 64-65 solo with an average load on a Classic.  No issues with hole shot.  This is just my hunch. They make a “regular” 175 4 stroke too that’s probably priced slightly less.

The V6 200 might be close in price to the 175 XS, and I’ll guess it would allow turning of a taller pi…Read more

]]> 0 58428d9c6b7a5cfb8ada8940e758a045 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Tested 25 and 26 Fury in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/tested-25-and-26-fury/#post-696377 Fri, 12 Feb 2021 15:48:22 -0600 That sounds pretty good to me.  67 something is what I get with near a full tank and another person about my size.  That is plenty fast.  Man, I’d like to be cadillacing in a new Sabre with that 4 stroke.  Tough to part with my boat as it’s paid for and still like new.  Thanks for the info.

]]> 0 58428d9c6b7a5cfb8ada8940e758a045 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: That sounds pretty good to me.  67 something is what I get […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15543/ Fri, 12 Feb 2021 15:48:22 -0600 That sounds pretty good to me.  67 something is what I get with near a full tank and another person about my size.  That is plenty fast.  Man, I’d like to be cadillacing in a new Sabre with that 4 stroke.  Tough to part with my boat as it’s paid for and still like new.  Thanks for the info.

]]> 0 459e401514c3c19562db05831f0e62d4 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Tested 25 and 26 Fury in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/tested-25-and-26-fury/#post-696287 Mon, 08 Feb 2021 10:20:58 -0600 His boat had a 24 Trophy shipped with it? Any idea what rpms it turned?  Does he have a heavier Spotlock TM on it? Any idea on the driver’s experience level?   I’ve got a couple buddies I fish with, and neither can drive mine past 67.  Driver weight figures in too.

I know my boat is definitely weight sensitive.  I only keep about 10 lbs of tack…Read more

]]> 0 459e401514c3c19562db05831f0e62d4 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: His boat had a 24 Trophy shipped with it? Any idea what rpms […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15431/ Mon, 08 Feb 2021 10:20:58 -0600 His boat had a 24 Trophy shipped with it? Any idea what rpms it turned?  Does he have a heavier Spotlock TM on it? Any idea on the driver’s experience level?   I’ve got a couple buddies I fish with, and neither can drive mine past 67.  Driver weight figures in too.

I know my boat is definitely weight sensitive.  I only keep about 10 lbs of tack…Read more

]]> 0 c7b83c303daae76be7d22c7eb8f1443e CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Tested 25 and 26 Fury in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/tested-25-and-26-fury/#post-696283 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 19:47:11 -0600 Agreed.  Your motor really sings on your Sabre.  Mine scoots pretty well too.  If you know the Sabre 175 4 stroke owner, tell him you have a 24 Trophy to try.  That should give a good idea, and it’ll probably run nicely on that new 4 stroke.

]]> 0 c7b83c303daae76be7d22c7eb8f1443e CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: Agreed.  Your motor really sings on your Sabre.  Mine s […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15424/ Sun, 07 Feb 2021 19:47:11 -0600 Agreed.  Your motor really sings on your Sabre.  Mine scoots pretty well too.  If you know the Sabre 175 4 stroke owner, tell him you have a 24 Trophy to try.  That should give a good idea, and it’ll probably run nicely on that new 4 stroke.

]]> 0 8bc92fb1e55ba78aa47731db953b9069 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Tested 25 and 26 Fury in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/tested-25-and-26-fury/#post-696268 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 12:36:46 -0600 That’s a strong 150 4 stroke to get those rpms.  It’s impress how fast these Sabres run.

I agree with you on the Fury.  It’s the fastest I’ve ran on my 2 stroke 175 (24 Fury), but my least favorite in rougher water.  I will say that the rough water ride was a lot better if I dropped the Fury to 3 3/4 below pad.  The 25 Tempest has been my fav…Read more

]]> 0 8bc92fb1e55ba78aa47731db953b9069 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: That’s a strong 150 4 stroke to get those rpms.  It’s impr […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15400/ Sun, 07 Feb 2021 12:36:46 -0600 That’s a strong 150 4 stroke to get those rpms.  It’s impress how fast these Sabres run.

I agree with you on the Fury.  It’s the fastest I’ve ran on my 2 stroke 175 (24 Fury), but my least favorite in rougher water.  I will say that the rough water ride was a lot better if I dropped the Fury to 3 3/4 below pad.  The 25 Tempest has been my fav…Read more

]]> 0 5c40097a4efa50368713afebeac90121 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: That’s impressive!  Still have the 150 4 stroke on your Sab […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15392/ Sat, 06 Feb 2021 22:17:22 -0600 That’s impressive!  Still have the 150 4 stroke on your Sabre?  How did it ride in the chop compared to others?  Been wanting to try a 25 Fury on mine too.

]]> 0 fdabe2180b62d6125cd6c56356a80cb5 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Tested 25 and 26 Fury in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/tested-25-and-26-fury/#post-696263 Sat, 06 Feb 2021 22:17:21 -0600 That’s impressive!  Still have the 150 4 stroke on your Sabre?  How did it ride in the chop compared to others?  Been wanting to try a 25 Fury on mine too.

]]> 0 63ed0716350fdb4a7c49180c91d23f21 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Classic, prop, rpm, speed issues in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/classic-prop-rpm-speed-issues/#post-696102 Mon, 01 Feb 2021 13:22:49 -0600 Check the thread below about Barrijg and his numbers with a 23 Trophy on his new P2…”Propping a P2 with 200 Merc 4 stroke.”  He’s getting way up there in the rpms with good speed.  No idea if that’s a small barrel Trophy with exhaust ring or what plug configuration, but it might be worth trying.  Trophy props are known to give bow lift.  I t…Read more

]]> 0 63ed0716350fdb4a7c49180c91d23f21 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: Check the thread below about Barrijg and his numbers with a […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15255/ Mon, 01 Feb 2021 13:22:49 -0600 Check the thread below about Barrijg and his numbers with a 23 Trophy on his new P2…”Propping a P2 with 200 Merc 4 stroke.”  He’s getting way up there in the rpms with good speed.  No idea if that’s a small barrel Trophy with exhaust ring or what plug configuration, but it might be worth trying.  Trophy props are known to give bow lift.  I t…Read more

]]> 0 5e2a2105b09271ce2412ab0707f81c87 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: Mine sips fuel nicely.  Wide open & Trimmed out on calm […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14305/ Sun, 20 Dec 2020 13:46:18 -0600 Mine sips fuel nicely.  Wide open & Trimmed out on calm water, I made about a 78 mile round trip (some of that was fishing & idling in stumps) on Rayburn burning about 21 gallons last week.  Temps were chilly.   If I back off the throttle & cruise at 60-62, it’ll burn 1/2 of a full tank on that run.  It really shines on fuel economy in that 60-62…Read more

]]> 0 8733f06d9f38669994e960836a17ef29 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Dash mount help. in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/dash-mount-help/#post-695130 Sun, 20 Dec 2020 13:46:17 -0600 Mine sips fuel nicely.  Wide open & Trimmed out on calm water, I made about a 78 mile round trip (some of that was fishing & idling in stumps) on Rayburn burning about 21 gallons last week.  Temps were chilly.   If I back off the throttle & cruise at 60-62, it’ll burn 1/2 of a full tank on that run.  It really shines on fuel economy in that 60-62…Read more

]]> 0 2e83b0df7d9fea4d6d30fe095bbab303 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: Sounds good. Glad you found a solution.   I hear you on the […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14261/ Thu, 17 Dec 2020 14:42:07 -0600 Sounds good. Glad you found a solution.   I hear you on the symmetry thing.  I get weirded out if the dash gauges are crooked.

Which motor do you have on your 2020? What kind of speeds do you get fully loaded with all your gear?   I’ve got a 2 stroke 175 that I really like.  I’m debating on whether to spend the money for a few upgrades to get min…Read more

]]> 0 56e05fcf4bc2095778788612c1627d5e CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Dash mount help. in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/dash-mount-help/#post-695052 Thu, 17 Dec 2020 14:42:03 -0600 Sounds good. Glad you found a solution.   I hear you on the symmetry thing.  I get weirded out if the dash gauges are crooked.

Which motor do you have on your 2020? What kind of speeds do you get fully loaded with all your gear?   I’ve got a 2 stroke 175 that I really like.  I’m debating on whether to spend the money for a few upgrades to get min…Read more

]]> 0 ebf54072d3a990be1b7fbdd123d6e58d CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: Precision Mounts & Bassboat Technologies should have some […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14213/ Tue, 15 Dec 2020 12:47:59 -0600 Precision Mounts & Bassboat Technologies should have some good Mount ideas.  I’m kinda liking BCB’s Balzout mounted on the right side of their 2021 SP package.  I’ve always liked my graph off to the side a bit.  Not sure about clearance, but it looks like I could leave my 7” Helix in place if I so desired, then have a 9” or bigger mounted to t…Read more

]]> 0 375787f870a5f891d9f1d70892742e5e CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Dash mount help. in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/dash-mount-help/#post-694981 Tue, 15 Dec 2020 12:47:56 -0600 Precision Mounts & Bassboat Technologies should have some good Mount ideas.  I’m kinda liking BCB’s Balzout mounted on the right side of their 2021 SP package.  I’ve always liked my graph off to the side a bit.  Not sure about clearance, but it looks like I could leave my 7” Helix in place if I so desired, then have a 9” or bigger mounted to t…Read more

]]> 0 d223f28b7fccef7de82a56d966a793cc CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Margay Mercury Pro XS 115 Set Up in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/margay-mercury-pro-xs-115-set-up/#post-692220 Mon, 03 Aug 2020 11:54:03 -0600 I remember a Margay thread on the old chat board back in the day with a Merc 115 2 stroke.  1” below flush was his sweet spot, and he had a Laser prop (don’t recall the pitch).  I’ve seen (1) Margay in person, and he had a 2 stroke 115.  He looked like he was running every bit of mid 50’s.

FWIW, I had a cheapo brand boat in the 1990’s tha…Read more

]]> 0 d223f28b7fccef7de82a56d966a793cc CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: I remember a Margay thread on the old chat board back in the […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/12227/ Mon, 03 Aug 2020 11:54:03 -0600 I remember a Margay thread on the old chat board back in the day with a Merc 115 2 stroke.  1” below flush was his sweet spot, and he had a Laser prop (don’t recall the pitch).  I’ve seen (1) Margay in person, and he had a 2 stroke 115.  He looked like he was running every bit of mid 50’s.

FWIW, I had a cheapo brand boat in the 1990’s tha…Read more

]]> 0 56d8cda6101d2937dad69f8c8021668b CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: I’ve used that Dual Purpose 1000CCA battery from Autozone f […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/10602/ Thu, 21 May 2020 00:28:10 -0600 I’ve used that Dual Purpose 1000CCA battery from Autozone for about 10 years now.  It lasted 5 years in my last boat, and I replaced it with the same one only because I figured my luck would run out.  I put one in my Sabre when I bought it early 2018.  No issues thus far. I checked the level in it a month ago, and it looked perfect. It’s a Group…Read more

]]> 0 61c915dc48760ef993c88e2d14056198 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Cranking battery? in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/cranking-battery-3/#post-689986 Thu, 21 May 2020 00:28:09 -0600 I’ve used that Dual Purpose 1000CCA battery from Autozone for about 10 years now.  It lasted 5 years in my last boat, and I replaced it with the same one only because I figured my luck would run out.  I put one in my Sabre when I bought it early 2018.  No issues thus far. I checked the level in it a month ago, and it looked perfect. It’s a Group…Read more

]]> 0 a3d70966dd3a8680b5bada98b2e6d122 CB_SabreFTD18 replied to the topic Motor trimmed down problem in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/motor-trimmed-down-problem/#post-687353 Sat, 07 Mar 2020 17:25:18 -0600 Might take a second set of hands to pull it up.  Make sure the plastic pressure relief screw is turned counter clockwise (release pressure).  It will be tough by yourself to pull it up.  If you can get some help, it’s doable.  Raise it high enough to flip the motor lock down to brace it.  Then, you can fill up the trim cylinders with new fluid.…Read more

]]> 0 a3d70966dd3a8680b5bada98b2e6d122 CB_SabreFTD18 posted an update: Might take a second set of hands to pull it up.  Make sure […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/8884/ Sat, 07 Mar 2020 17:25:18 -0600 Might take a second set of hands to pull it up.  Make sure the plastic pressure relief screw is turned counter clockwise (release pressure).  It will be tough by yourself to pull it up.  If you can get some help, it’s doable.  Raise it high enough to flip the motor lock down to brace it.  Then, you can fill up the trim cylinders with new fluid.…Read more

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