Bass Cat | Roostertail1964 | Activity https://forumtesting.basscat.com/members/Roostertail1964/activity/ Activity feed for Roostertail1964. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 21:08:04 -0600 https://buddypress.org/?v=11.3.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 935a2706c3dabc0715ec91cc7a2335a8 Roostertail1964 started the topic Running Lights in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/running-lights/ Sat, 22 Jul 2023 00:56:05 -0600 I have a 2023 Bass Cat Puma STS, and I’m having problems keeping the lights illuminated when starting the engine.After starting the outboard, the lights OCCASIONALLY go out. It does NOT cause any interruption of power to my graphs which are on the same battery, just the running lights. You can start the motor five times, and may only lose the l…Read more

]]> 0 14f783ed2420d2e6b5119bb1e4556b7b Roostertail1964 started the topic Lynx Trailable Cover in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/lynx-trailable-cover/ Sun, 05 Feb 2023 17:45:06 -0600 Does any fellow Bass Cat owner have a tarp that will fit a single console Lynx.  The boat has a 57” Garmin Force trolling motor. Thanks in advance…

]]> 0 88937219a877eded2159f06acb04e580 Roostertail1964 started the topic Lynx with “Trick Step” on trailer in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/lynx-with-trick-step-on-trailer/ Wed, 06 Apr 2022 20:06:00 -0600 I had major surgery over the off season and I am currently having a great deal of difficulty while trying to board the boat when loading or unloading when alone. Has anyone mounted a “Trick Step” on their Lynx’s trailer to facilitate safer boarding.

I currently have dual Garmin graphs mounted to the starboard side of center as well as a Garmi…Read more

]]> 0 b5f36a7fb7ade4df089f6319d5bde79a Roostertail1964 replied to the topic BassCat Trailer Electrical Problem in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/basscat-trailer-electrical-problem/#post-699051 Sat, 12 Jun 2021 19:31:56 -0600 Thanks for the feedback DLB68. I am just about crazy troubleshooting this problem. I took ALL the ground wires off and put new connectors and hardware. I’ve had the swing away tongue open several times as well.

 

]]> 0 b5f36a7fb7ade4df089f6319d5bde79a Roostertail1964 posted an update: Thanks for the feedback DLB68. I am just about crazy […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/17996/ Sat, 12 Jun 2021 19:31:56 -0600 Thanks for the feedback DLB68. I am just about crazy troubleshooting this problem. I took ALL the ground wires off and put new connectors and hardware. I’ve had the swing away tongue open several times as well.

 

]]> 0 616cd092e584630986d7de12f3fd7b54 Roostertail1964 replied to the topic BassCat Trailer Electrical Problem in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/basscat-trailer-electrical-problem/#post-698916 Sun, 06 Jun 2021 20:12:45 -0600 The only work that was done was I installed a Garmin Force trolling motor and I had to fold my trailer tongue to deploy the motor. I even checked the lights after reconnecting the tongue and everything functioned properly.

I physically removed the ground wire(s) from every point and wire brushed the rings and reinstalled throughout.

This…Read more

]]> 0 616cd092e584630986d7de12f3fd7b54 Roostertail1964 posted an update: The only work that was done was I installed a Garmin Force […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/17862/ Sun, 06 Jun 2021 20:12:45 -0600 The only work that was done was I installed a Garmin Force trolling motor and I had to fold my trailer tongue to deploy the motor. I even checked the lights after reconnecting the tongue and everything functioned properly.

I physically removed the ground wire(s) from every point and wire brushed the rings and reinstalled throughout.

This…Read more

]]> 0 6814facac147de9a765bf0de740be357 Roostertail1964 started the topic BassCat Trailer Electrical Problem in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/basscat-trailer-electrical-problem/ Sun, 06 Jun 2021 18:23:31 -0600 Has anyone out there ever experienced a problem with trailer lights with the following symptoms:

1) whenever you depress the brake pedal, the marker lights come on

2) whenever you turn on the turn signals the marker lights flash

3)if the lights are on and you turn the turn signal on, the tail light does NOT blink

The obvious indication would…Read more

]]> 0 3fe53510eaee1051099478bc47d28319 Roostertail1964 replied to the topic Sunbrella Tarp in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/sunbrella-tarp/#post-697233 Sat, 20 Mar 2021 05:10:03 -0600 Thanks Bass Cat for the reply. Does the “Marlen Top Notch” have to be purchased directly from Aurora Custom Canvas, or will it be available through Bass Cat?

 

]]> 0 3fe53510eaee1051099478bc47d28319 Roostertail1964 posted an update: Thanks Bass Cat for the reply. Does the “Marlen Top N […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/16312/ Sat, 20 Mar 2021 05:10:03 -0600 Thanks Bass Cat for the reply. Does the “Marlen Top Notch” have to be purchased directly from Aurora Custom Canvas, or will it be available through Bass Cat?

 

]]> 0 ff8c4fba0b4f430774e6074054204a69 Roostertail1964 started the topic Sunbrella Tarp in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/sunbrella-tarp/ Fri, 19 Mar 2021 19:09:59 -0600 I noticed that the Sunbrella cover is currently not being offered in the Bass Cat store as an option. Is this item no longer available?

]]> 0 0839ae4a4018271ef06ca1d1903fbafa Roostertail1964 posted an update: Thanks Ricochet 15. Pretty much as I expected. I will be […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/12909/ Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:38:21 -0600 Thanks Ricochet 15. Pretty much as I expected. I will be utilizing a large tote in the future for post oil change operation. Thanks for your feedback!

]]> 0 65a54d3e22566e65d6df86e66b185611 Roostertail1964 replied to the topic Running Mercury 250 ProXS Four Stroke With Garden Hose in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/running-mercury-250-proxs-four-stroke-with-garden-hose/#post-693321 Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:38:20 -0600 Thanks Ricochet 15. Pretty much as I expected. I will be utilizing a large tote in the future for post oil change operation. Thanks for your feedback!

]]> 0 c48fc324db80aab3fb1ad1fed9f69a9e Roostertail1964 started the topic Running Mercury 250 ProXS Four Stroke With Garden Hose in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/running-mercury-250-proxs-four-stroke-with-garden-hose/ Sun, 13 Sep 2020 21:23:28 -0600 I hooked up the muffs and garden hose to my Mercury 250 Pro XS Four Stroke today after performing the first oil change. I opened the water supply valve slightly and started the motor to look for oil leaks. There was no water flow coming out of the tell tale hole. I checked the positioning of the muffs as well as regulated the water flow and still…Read more

]]> 0 120f9c562fc983918ed105062a3c72e6 Roostertail1964 started the topic Bass Cat Safety Innovation in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bass-cat-safety-innovation/ Wed, 12 Aug 2020 01:49:14 -0600 I just fished a tournament this past Sun. which started in very heavy fog cover. It was a random draw for starting position and I drew position number twenty-four. I was in the middle of the pack among forty-nine boats. The launch featured all boats utilizing their navigation lights. At the weigh in several anglers approached me asking where I…Read more

]]> 0 9c200ad8ff41e1baee85b1652087df41 Roostertail1964 posted an update: Thanks BCB. At this point, not sure how things are tied […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/11700/ Fri, 10 Jul 2020 11:04:20 -0600 Thanks BCB. At this point, not sure how things are tied together, my only concern is the “wake light”. We are required to keep the navigational lights lit from sunset  until sunrise. The only exception is when anchored, the stern light MUST be illuminated but the bow light does not. I would strongly suggest a change so that the wake light can be t…Read more

]]> 0 49d60234b986b00d721009b0721f055f Roostertail1964 replied to the topic Lynx Wake Light in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/lynx-wake-light/#post-691572 Fri, 10 Jul 2020 11:04:18 -0600 Thanks BCB. At this point, not sure how things are tied together, my only concern is the “wake light”. We are required to keep the navigational lights lit from sunset  until sunrise. The only exception is when anchored, the stern light MUST be illuminated but the bow light does not. I would strongly suggest a change so that the wake light can be t…Read more

]]> 0 287ef8bfec77e40df910f75d3213463d Roostertail1964 started the topic Lynx Wake Light in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/lynx-wake-light/ Fri, 10 Jul 2020 00:07:12 -0600 Is there anyway to turn off the “wake light” on the Lynx and still have the navigational lights lit. It seems to pose a major distraction to the coangler when fishing after dark. It also acts as an attractant to insects around the stern of the boat. Any help will be greatly appreciated!

]]> 0 eeb0975dc0c7784f454734fd89daa239 Roostertail1964 posted an update: Thanks for the reply “Bigcatter”. I guess keep it sim […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/10932/ Tue, 02 Jun 2020 18:02:10 -0600 Thanks for the reply “Bigcatter”. I guess keep it simple. I was more concerned when my coangler had to step up on the deck and run the trolling motor.

]]> 0 a03cafbc0b48b637ea46a9ae62e50973 Roostertail1964 replied to the topic What Is Everyone Using For Minn Kota Ultrex Directional Illumination In The Dark in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/what-is-everyone-using-for-minn-kota-ultrex-directional-illumination-in-the-dark/#post-690359 Tue, 02 Jun 2020 18:02:08 -0600 Thanks for the reply “Bigcatter”. I guess keep it simple. I was more concerned when my coangler had to step up on the deck and run the trolling motor.

]]> 0 4846c9c43f4ee799937fea1649d5fdf6 Roostertail1964 started the topic Hole Shot Help in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/hole-shot-help-3/ Mon, 01 Jun 2020 00:09:31 -0600 I have a 2014 Eyra powered by a 2014 Mercury 250 ProXS with Torquemaster gearcase. I am currently running a 25P Fury with (3) extra PVS holes drilled by Mark Croxton. The boat currently has about thirty gallon of gas aboard along with very minimal tackle and two adults with an approximate combined weight of 400lbs. The boat is also equipped with…Read more

]]> 0 7bbbf194c16803b481febd77f19fd8b7 Roostertail1964 started the topic What Is Everyone Using For Minn Kota Ultrex Directional Illumination In The Dark in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/what-is-everyone-using-for-minn-kota-ultrex-directional-illumination-in-the-dark/ Sun, 31 May 2020 11:18:29 -0600 I am reaching out to my “creative” Bass Cat family wondering what people are using for Minn Kota Ultrex directional illumination in the dark? I love the trolling motor so far but I do a fair share of “night fishing” in the summer and Minn Kota provided no directional indicator for those of us that fish during the low light period.

 

I thought…Read more

]]> 0 696fcce1a6105cf7f399352250c7b0db Roostertail1964 posted an update: Bass Cat Boats, how many GPH is the replacement cartridge […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/8516/ Sun, 23 Feb 2020 02:21:16 -0600 Bass Cat Boats, how many GPH is the replacement cartridge for this pump? Thanks in advance for your reply.

]]> 0 fd184bbb5f25da2075a009e5f6747fbb Roostertail1964 replied to the topic Bass Cat Lynx “Pump-In” Pump Location in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bass-cat-lynx-pump-in-pump-location/#post-686703 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 02:21:15 -0600 Bass Cat Boats, how many GPH is the replacement cartridge for this pump? Thanks in advance for your reply.

]]> 0 eb8a7b54262e4acb3f94faac54e64e4d Roostertail1964 started the topic Bass Cat Lynx “Pump-In” Pump Location in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bass-cat-lynx-pump-in-pump-location/ Sat, 22 Feb 2020 20:40:30 -0600 I have what I hope to be an easy question. Where is the livewell “pump in” pump located in the bilge. I cannot seem to get the pump in pump to work. I have power at the A-10 key pad, all other functions work, except the pump in. Your help is greatly appreciated!

]]> 0 7d9865700278e7ba5254b9b76c1ff62d Roostertail1964 posted an update: Thanks BCB! https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/8265/ Tue, 18 Feb 2020 03:42:02 -0600 Thanks BCB!

]]> 0 bc13fc9d807055ccec938ca0590e82bd Roostertail1964 replied to the topic Small Windscreen Model Number in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/small-windscreen-model-number/#post-686402 Tue, 18 Feb 2020 03:42:01 -0600 Thanks BCB!

]]> 0 93e95db8c63da6670ff439eeca1ce25a Roostertail1964 started the topic Small Windscreen Model Number in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/small-windscreen-model-number/ Mon, 17 Feb 2020 16:50:57 -0600 I have to replace the “small” windscreen in my 2019 Lynx. What model number do I need to request? Thanks in advance for your help’

]]> 0 e75f421fb713bc0a61697fa08096cf15 Roostertail1964 started the topic Big Shout Out To Ross Motorsports in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/big-shout-out-to-ross-motorsports/ Wed, 05 Feb 2020 10:39:52 -0600 I would like to extend my gratitude to Ross Motorsports and Andrew Y’ Barbo in making my “Bass Cat” dream come true!

My dear friend Suzi and I left Pennsylvania on Sat., Feb. 1st, and drove over (21) hours to Ross Motorsports in Lufkin, Texas.  We are now driving home with a 2019 Lynx!

i worked with their Bass Cat “emeritus” Andrew Y’ Barbo.…Read more

]]> 0 937de9a33d6e23b6f31116e51ea977eb Roostertail1964 started the topic 2019 Lynx Propeller Option(s) in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2019-lynx-propeller-options/ Sat, 01 Feb 2020 00:21:12 -0600 Good Evening Bass Cat Friends. I am in the process of purchasing a 2019 Bass Cat Lynx with a Mercury 250 ProXS 4-Stroke. The boat comes with a Bob’s Hydraulic Jack Plate. The boat is currently equipped with 24P Fury 4-blade propeller. What other props should be considered?

]]> 0 d0bcf97048262595c8392819a6ae4284 Roostertail1964 posted an update: BassCat, if I understand your reply, the current spring […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/7813/ Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:07:41 -0600 BassCat, if I understand your reply, the current spring promotion(s) ONLY apply to 2020 models and NOT to a 2019 leftover. Am I correct? Sorry for any confusion that I may have caused!

]]> 0 529afdc47fd190f6044800a3781c0902 Roostertail1964 replied to the topic 2020 Spring Event in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2020-spring-event/#post-685333 Thu, 30 Jan 2020 00:07:34 -0600 BassCat, if I understand your reply, the current spring promotion(s) ONLY apply to 2020 models and NOT to a 2019 leftover. Am I correct? Sorry for any confusion that I may have caused!

]]> 0 a8e56f0d73a92db3478a912efc291683 Roostertail1964 started the topic 2020 Spring Event in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2020-spring-event/ Wed, 29 Jan 2020 17:38:44 -0600 I am in the process of purchasing a new 2019 Bass Cat Lynx. Do the special offers such as the (2) life jackets, extended Mercury warranty, or Tackle Warehouse gift certificate only apply to 2020 model year purchased within the designated time frame?

]]> 0 03ec08ff1c7ace8ebceee389b0ec8b8b Roostertail1964 posted an update: Thanks for the reply BassCat. The voltage sitting with NO […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/4932/ Fri, 25 Oct 2019 08:20:34 -0600 Thanks for the reply BassCat. The voltage

sitting with NO load measured 12.8 volts.

The charger when plugged in assessed the

battery (AGM) @ 25% charged. It took

almost (12) hours to get the battery to

fully charged. It only takes the charger (4)

hours to recover my lead acid batteries in

a similar state of charge.

 

It’s also my u…Read more

]]> 0 8ed631f7def3c56e9675b9803d0a245f Roostertail1964 posted an update: Good Afternoon Bass23, That seat would be the perfect match […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/3998/ Sat, 03 Aug 2019 19:14:21 -0600 Good Afternoon Bass23,

That seat would be the perfect match for my Eyra. How can we arrange payment?

]]> 0 d42e947c8c399cc9242d80c2b78eae85 Roostertail1964 posted an update: Just received boat from dealership. They replaced the […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/3945/ Tue, 30 Jul 2019 17:01:04 -0600 Just received boat from dealership. They replaced the “Tracker Valve”. Going to get it on the water tomorrow!

]]> 0 f01c261c7a4c0cb5a9b3e261cf7f80c3 Roostertail1964 posted an update: Harold, this is a functional option. You will need to call […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/3835/ Mon, 22 Jul 2019 18:48:46 -0600 Harold, this is a functional option. You will need to call Bass Cat as this information will not be shared in this context. Good Luck!

]]> 0 9bbe376717e547549fa759d9f7b043a1 Roostertail1964 posted an update: Thanks JEH in LA. My motor is in fact a 2-Strike ProXS. Your […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/3826/ Mon, 22 Jul 2019 04:24:56 -0600 Thanks JEH in LA. My motor is in fact a 2-Strike ProXS. Your suggestion as to what the problem could be is exactly what I thought could be the culprit. I had a problem two years ago that although different in nature, turned out to be the diaphragm in the Tracker Valve. I certainly don’t want to do my dealership any injustice as they did only w…Read more

]]> 0 5aecef5a989a866f4f23eabcd2886a4f Roostertail1964 posted an update: The General Tire Altimax is the series tire you’re looking f […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/3629/ Wed, 03 Jul 2019 22:06:46 -0600 The General Tire Altimax is the series tire you’re looking for. Have a safe and happy Fourth of July!

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