Bass Cat | Sparker | Activity https://forumtesting.basscat.com/members/Sparker/activity/ Activity feed for Sparker. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 21:08:04 -0600 https://buddypress.org/?v=11.3.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 5450ace6979b595178cb44044c439ff6 Sparker posted an update: There was only one size when I bought mine, and it works […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/26819/ Fri, 27 Jan 2023 13:53:47 -0600 There was only one size when I bought mine, and it works exactly as advertised.  It only works on a tandem axle trailer.  I’ve used mine a couple of times.  Get it.

]]> 0 266bbbded7ab1fe8eb15536fd2403e09 Sparker replied to the topic Trailer-Aid.... (ramp for changing flat tire on tandem) in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/trailer-aid-ramp-for-changing-flat-tire-on-tandem/#post-708813 Fri, 27 Jan 2023 13:53:44 -0600 There was only one size when I bought mine, and it works exactly as advertised.  It only works on a tandem axle trailer.  I’ve used mine a couple of times.  Get it.

]]> 0 f806f74be7ce5a8ec0b9ae3abd504c11 Sparker replied to the topic Set Up a Funding Page.? in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/set-up-a-funding-page/#post-706093 Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:33:07 -0600 I got my Active Target set up for about 1/3 of that so I could watch fish follow my lures and not bite them.  Well worth it.  At least now I know I’m around them when I’m not catching anything.  😁

]]> 0 f806f74be7ce5a8ec0b9ae3abd504c11 Sparker posted an update: I got my Active Target set up for about 1/3 of that so I […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/24467/ Wed, 13 Jul 2022 17:33:07 -0600 I got my Active Target set up for about 1/3 of that so I could watch fish follow my lures and not bite them.  Well worth it.  At least now I know I’m around them when I’m not catching anything.  😁

]]> 0 49fe91a40eb4bf59771db6e7f1bfa57c Sparker replied to the topic 2019 Puma FTD Trailer Trim in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2019-puma-ftd-trailer-trim/#post-704606 Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:32:32 -0600 I used DAP RapidFuse, it works very fast and holds well. I only held it in place for 10 seconds or so. If it comes loose you just glue it again. No special prep needed.

]]> 0 49fe91a40eb4bf59771db6e7f1bfa57c Sparker posted an update: I used DAP RapidFuse, it works very fast and holds well. I […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/23170/ Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:32:32 -0600 I used DAP RapidFuse, it works very fast and holds well. I only held it in place for 10 seconds or so. If it comes loose you just glue it again. No special prep needed.

]]> 0 48336bf38c2136a399de593d469b443a Sparker replied to the topic o i tournament in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/o-i-tournament-2/#post-703945 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 22:50:41 -0600

G-Rant:

Are the dates 21,22 and 23rd?

Register on the 21st, fish 22-23rd.

]]> 0 48336bf38c2136a399de593d469b443a Sparker posted an update: G-Rant: Are the dates 21,22 and 23rd? Register on the […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/22498/ Sun, 20 Mar 2022 22:50:41 -0600

G-Rant:

Are the dates 21,22 and 23rd?

Register on the 21st, fish 22-23rd.

]]> 0 fcfa7e069f9cfbd3075e058eed5077e0 Sparker replied to the topic 2022 OI format in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2022-oi-format/#post-701924 Wed, 03 Nov 2021 23:44:12 -0600 I believe Rick or someone mentioned Prairie Creek, same as last time on Beaver.

]]> 0 fcfa7e069f9cfbd3075e058eed5077e0 Sparker posted an update: I believe Rick or someone mentioned Prairie Creek, same as […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/20704/ Wed, 03 Nov 2021 23:44:12 -0600 I believe Rick or someone mentioned Prairie Creek, same as last time on Beaver.

]]> 0 f76a66a74e6b3e4c28500a8f32d517e2 Sparker replied to the topic Owners Invitational October 22 & 23, 2021 in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/owners-invitational-plan-2021/page/2/#post-701309 Fri, 01 Oct 2021 03:17:14 -0600 Yeah, it’s a regular tournament except we will measure the fish and submit on the app and put them in the livewell and bring them to the weigh in to possibly be measured by the staff. Measuring fish is confusing to me especially since I usually catch short fat ones. 😁

 

]]> 0 f76a66a74e6b3e4c28500a8f32d517e2 Sparker posted an update: Yeah, it's a regular tournament except we will measure the […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/20197/ Fri, 01 Oct 2021 03:17:14 -0600 Yeah, it’s a regular tournament except we will measure the fish and submit on the app and put them in the livewell and bring them to the weigh in to possibly be measured by the staff. Measuring fish is confusing to me especially since I usually catch short fat ones. 😁

 

]]> 0 c0d5da35fd6a3319b832a03fd856c999 Sparker replied to the topic Owners Invitational October 22 & 23, 2021 in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/owners-invitational-plan-2021/page/2/#post-701287 Wed, 29 Sep 2021 23:12:25 -0600 Second scenario. You should be good if you take off at the crack of dawn, it isn’t strictly necessary to arrive in the dark although I’ve done that a few times.

 

]]> 0 c0d5da35fd6a3319b832a03fd856c999 Sparker posted an update: Second scenario. You should be good if you take off at the […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/20180/ Wed, 29 Sep 2021 23:12:25 -0600 Second scenario. You should be good if you take off at the crack of dawn, it isn’t strictly necessary to arrive in the dark although I’ve done that a few times.

 

]]> 0 542fb230c6fe034d240e3ebfb99ea518 Sparker replied to the topic Owners Tournament in Texas in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/owners-tournament-in-texas/#post-700577 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 19:57:03 -0600 The Louisiana Boys look to be putting on the same informal tournament they did last year, it will be at Lake Fork Marina on October 9-10. Info will be posted at the Bass Cat Owners group on Facebook.

 

]]> 0 542fb230c6fe034d240e3ebfb99ea518 Sparker posted an update: The Louisiana Boys look to be putting on the same informal […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/19437/ Mon, 23 Aug 2021 19:57:03 -0600 The Louisiana Boys look to be putting on the same informal tournament they did last year, it will be at Lake Fork Marina on October 9-10. Info will be posted at the Bass Cat Owners group on Facebook.

 

]]> 0 b0b55ec781a1899ebb5636fd3fd18a48 Sparker replied to the topic Owners Invitational October 22 & 23, 2021 in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/owners-invitational-plan-2021/page/2/#post-700522 Fri, 20 Aug 2021 17:49:34 -0600 There is no off limits or designated practice days for the OI if that’s what you mean.

]]> 0 b0b55ec781a1899ebb5636fd3fd18a48 Sparker posted an update: There is no off limits or designated practice days for the […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/19393/ Fri, 20 Aug 2021 17:49:34 -0600 There is no off limits or designated practice days for the OI if that’s what you mean.

]]> 0 9e38967a72804c9cf77a97c8ef87c58a Sparker replied to the topic Bow Light Issue in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bow-light-issue/#post-700424 Sat, 14 Aug 2021 00:58:50 -0600 Or your front light switch is flipped down.

]]> 0 9e38967a72804c9cf77a97c8ef87c58a Sparker posted an update: Or your front light switch is flipped down. https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/19297/ Sat, 14 Aug 2021 00:58:50 -0600 Or your front light switch is flipped down.

]]> 0 2afae838028e65dfbef8c2096fb5cd3b Sparker replied to the topic Owners Invitational October 22 & 23, 2021 in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/owners-invitational-plan-2021/page/2/#post-699326 Fri, 25 Jun 2021 00:34:42 -0600 Most likely Lake Norfork Marina, used to be called Henderson Marina. Right across the big bridge coming from Mountain Home.

]]> 0 2afae838028e65dfbef8c2096fb5cd3b Sparker posted an update: Most likely Lake Norfork Marina, used to be called Henderson […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/18272/ Fri, 25 Jun 2021 00:34:42 -0600 Most likely Lake Norfork Marina, used to be called Henderson Marina. Right across the big bridge coming from Mountain Home.

]]> 0 8117fbe43786a20e73837c3b12f13617 Sparker posted an update: My Marinco plug had a twist lock, although it would work […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/13902/ Wed, 18 Nov 2020 17:19:43 -0600 My Marinco plug had a twist lock, although it would work without twisting, so if it doesn’t pull out try twisting counterclockwise to unlock it. Then wiggle it

A loose wire in the plug can get hot enough to melt the plastic, so you should take the plug apart and tighten the screws on the wires.

]]> 0 659c74fe1845d5e96c8602fd4be60c6f Sparker replied to the topic loose wire in trolling motor plug in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/loose-wire-in-trolling-motor-plug/#post-694677 Wed, 18 Nov 2020 17:19:40 -0600 My Marinco plug had a twist lock, although it would work without twisting, so if it doesn’t pull out try twisting counterclockwise to unlock it. Then wiggle it

A loose wire in the plug can get hot enough to melt the plastic, so you should take the plug apart and tighten the screws on the wires.

]]> 0 60eef95766310eef123ce3fbdbd263f5 Sparker posted an update: Panoptix Livescope. Duh. 😁 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/13857/ Sun, 15 Nov 2020 18:59:57 -0600 Panoptix Livescope. Duh. 😁

]]> 0 0cfbba225194dcfd8ff48b577501e7d8 Sparker replied to the topic My Eyra in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/my-eyra-2/#post-694611 Sun, 15 Nov 2020 18:59:53 -0600 Panoptix Livescope. Duh. 😁

]]> 0 6662cfa864a620198770d954754a07bf Sparker replied to the topic Can you make the Red Lights brighter on the touch pad? in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/can-you-make-the-red-lights-brighter-on-the-touch-pad/#post-694313 Sun, 25 Oct 2020 23:20:15 -0600 My understanding is there was a run of panels made that had dim lights.  The current ones are fine (Sept/Oct 2018 boat build.)  You can see them in the sun.  I think you would need to replace the panel.

]]> 0 6662cfa864a620198770d954754a07bf Sparker posted an update: My understanding is there was a run of panels made that had […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/13608/ Sun, 25 Oct 2020 23:20:15 -0600 My understanding is there was a run of panels made that had dim lights.  The current ones are fine (Sept/Oct 2018 boat build.)  You can see them in the sun.  I think you would need to replace the panel.

]]> 0 35279b74a7c62e9dd8513d18019c9f4e Sparker posted an update: I agree, go 45. I've got a 52 and it is jacked up high […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/12790/ Mon, 07 Sep 2020 22:40:05 -0600 I agree, go 45. I’ve got a 52 and it is jacked up high almost all the time, and still rarely comes out of the water. My next TM will be a 45. Probably a 47 actually. 😁

]]> 0 5efa3adfc0531b1691ab38fb94e4b163 Sparker replied to the topic Lynx -Trolling Motor Ultrex 45 or 52inch in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/lynx-trolling-motor-ultrex-45-or-52inch/#post-693086 Mon, 07 Sep 2020 22:40:02 -0600 I agree, go 45. I’ve got a 52 and it is jacked up high almost all the time, and still rarely comes out of the water. My next TM will be a 45. Probably a 47 actually. 😁

]]> 0 7dd63d6c5f0882c3c84013653738cb85 Sparker posted an update: You guys need to go into your (for Lowrance, Humminbird is […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/11049/ Mon, 08 Jun 2020 19:56:06 -0600 You guys need to go into your (for Lowrance, Humminbird is probably similar) SETTINGS, NETWORK, and enable (meaning click on the box or bubble) NMEA 0183 OUTPUT – sometimes it is one bubble to highlight, sometimes it is a list of SENTENCES, depending on the unit.

What happened is, the NMEA 0183 output is off by default, so installing a new unit…Read more

]]> 0 8d1ad3db22ef44cbf0ddaec62e406e5b Sparker replied to the topic Speedometer in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/speedometer-3/#post-690473 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 19:56:04 -0600 You guys need to go into your (for Lowrance, Humminbird is probably similar) SETTINGS, NETWORK, and enable (meaning click on the box or bubble) NMEA 0183 OUTPUT – sometimes it is one bubble to highlight, sometimes it is a list of SENTENCES, depending on the unit.

What happened is, the NMEA 0183 output is off by default, so installing a new unit…Read more

]]> 0 dd28600f203eb5206df3cccc0f41df60 Sparker posted an update: I had a PIII with a 200 VMAX, it came with a Yamaha 25M, I […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/5156/ Fri, 22 Nov 2019 19:33:01 -0600 I had a PIII with a 200 VMAX, it came with a Yamaha 25M, I put a 24 Fury (3 blade) on it and the hole shot was fast and it still ran up to 72.5.  The PIII/Yamaha seemed to run better at increased engine heights because the hull had so much lift.  I doubt if mine would have gotten out of the hole with a 27 and it only had three batteries and no p…Read more

]]> 0 2dce452956d8db7afae7fd321d238fe4 Sparker posted an update: Lynx 300 Pro XS, best prop I've ran is a 26 Bravo 1 XS, 4 […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/5147/ Fri, 22 Nov 2019 01:21:12 -0600 Lynx 300 Pro XS, best prop I’ve ran is a 26 Bravo 1 XS, 4 holes open, 4 holes large plugs. It needs venting, don’t know about Verado. Good hole shot, handling and lift. Not as fast as Fury 3 but makes the Lynx perform.

My experience with the Fury 4’s on my two stroke boiled down to this – the Bravo props are much better in all respects.

]]> 0 a1a136e5a5ae4af223e769658ff4d9c2 Sparker posted an update: Slate.. https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/4732/ Mon, 07 Oct 2019 02:28:26 -0600 Slate..678633

]]> 0 dedb7bbadf0d1fa04e472cb00125e35d Sparker posted an update: After running the Ultrex for a year, if the Ghost doesn't […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/4657/ Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:48:31 -0600 After running the Ultrex for a year, if the Ghost doesn’t rock, rattle, and roll when deployed, I’ll switch!

]]> 0 6dccbece2b0bf6c71a3906539519ec21 Sparker posted an update: Rayburn is close to me but I'd be up for the Ozarks too. https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/4511/ Sat, 14 Sep 2019 01:39:24 -0600 Rayburn is close to me but I’d be up for the Ozarks too.

]]> 0 ac494c6de431c1daa3b017e37d71d790 Sparker posted an update: Yeah, are we looking at a different lake now or trying to […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/4368/ Thu, 05 Sep 2019 14:21:06 -0600 Yeah, are we looking at a different lake now or trying to resolve Guntersville?

 

Inquiring minds are curious.  I just ordered $32,000 worth of big Alabama swimbaits and I need to know whether to cancel the order.  🙂

]]> 0 f6baab93e84c85782a8f710d75e3d806 Sparker posted an update: On my Cougar I left the tips of the short bunks just […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/3237/ Wed, 05 Jun 2019 18:21:41 -0600 On my Cougar I left the tips of the short bunks just sticking out, on my Lynx they are fully submerged.  You have to back it in deeper to get it off the trailer too.

]]> 0 3f8217bab5672552d90a470cf1d8c587 Sparker posted an update: There are no similarities between the Trophy and Fury 4 […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/3093/ Sat, 25 May 2019 01:59:14 -0600 There are no similarities between the Trophy and Fury 4 loading on the trailer. The Fury 4 will wind up if you give it enough throttle, unlike the Trophy, which bogs.

I prefer the Bravo props to the Fury 4, the Fury 4 has not been as fast for me. To say nothing of slinging blades.

]]> 0 38d24d965c34d989f45cf9e32a238159 Sparker posted an update: I think they are referring to the Transducer Shield and […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/2991/ Sat, 18 May 2019 19:03:31 -0600 I think they are referring to the Transducer Shield and Saver mount which is how just about everyone mounts a transducer to a jack plate.

]]> 0 a0d95e5333822792326e888470d11f8f Sparker posted an update: The Lynx sits taller on the trailer but about the same in […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/2494/ Sun, 07 Apr 2019 23:27:59 -0600 The Lynx sits taller on the trailer but about the same in the water as the Cougar, maybe even a tad lower. The 45 will probably be okay. My 52 is currently raised as high as it can be for fishing in shallow water.

If you’re wrong, it’s a simple fix to swap motors, that 45 will sell easily.

]]> 0 2adc24aa4e36b4fc4147c4c4e96f2d2e Sparker posted an update: Fury 3 so far for all around, although it handled well with […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/2254/ Tue, 26 Mar 2019 02:12:17 -0600 Fury 3 so far for all around, although it handled well with a Tempest and with a Bravo 1. Looking to try a 26 Bravo, the 28 I ran was very fast with good total lift but holeshot took a while. Lynx seems to run well with some stern lift.

I’ve thrown a blade with a Fury 4, plus the performance is mediocre compared to other props.

]]> 0 5a5ac5b42451df4337ac7942eefde95d Sparker posted an update: Two-day tournament, you will have to go to registration (you […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/2087/ Wed, 13 Mar 2019 17:51:08 -0600 Two-day tournament, you will have to go to registration (you are pre-registered/pre-paid but you still have to show up) on Wednesday or Thursday prior to get your boat numbers and schedule of flights, there will be an itinerary/brochure put out before the tournament telling you where to go and other things, a few people are renting houses, most…Read more

]]> 0 1591f9ab1970cf0d29a094f7595176b0 Sparker posted an update: I went from a Cougar FTD to a Lynx last fall. I've been […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/1595/ Sun, 17 Feb 2019 02:27:20 -0600 I went from a Cougar FTD to a Lynx last fall. I’ve been through a few shallow pockets with the Lynx over the winter and the only difference is accounting for the added width as you maneuver around stuff. If the Lynx drafts more it isn’t much more.

The Lynx also doesn’t get blown around as much in the wind. I’m extremely pleased with the way it…Read more

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