Bass Cat | Surge489 | Activity https://forumtesting.basscat.com/members/Surge489/activity/ Activity feed for Surge489. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 21:08:04 -0600 https://buddypress.org/?v=11.3.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 0d547942e39108ab2197742178d84eda Surge489 replied to the topic Dealer Issues in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/dealer-issues/page/2/#post-700269 Fri, 06 Aug 2021 01:14:30 -0600 If you buy a bass boat and don’t expect to have to invest some time in fixing stuff, you are an idiot.

The seat wear aside, this kind of stuff is hilarious. It amazes me that BCB and other companies even respond to stuff like this. I don’t see how they do it.

 

 

]]> 0 0d547942e39108ab2197742178d84eda Surge489 posted an update: If you buy a bass boat and don’t expect to have to invest s […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/19150/ Fri, 06 Aug 2021 01:14:30 -0600 If you buy a bass boat and don’t expect to have to invest some time in fixing stuff, you are an idiot.

The seat wear aside, this kind of stuff is hilarious. It amazes me that BCB and other companies even respond to stuff like this. I don’t see how they do it.

 

 

]]> 0 9f1f91f5b11f807fd0233a5181076508 Surge489 replied to the topic Lynx Issue With Hole Shot in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/lynx-issue-getting-on-plane/#post-698538 Tue, 18 May 2021 14:24:58 -0600 No it actually doesn’t cavitate and I think that may be part of the problem.  It just plows forward and the rpms never take off.  I can make it cavitate with the jack plate raised up very high, and then it will take off an crest over.  Makes sense my pitch is too high and prop is gripping too much.

]]> 0 9f1f91f5b11f807fd0233a5181076508 Surge489 posted an update: No it actually doesn't cavitate and I think that may be part […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/17454/ Tue, 18 May 2021 14:24:58 -0600 No it actually doesn’t cavitate and I think that may be part of the problem.  It just plows forward and the rpms never take off.  I can make it cavitate with the jack plate raised up very high, and then it will take off an crest over.  Makes sense my pitch is too high and prop is gripping too much.

]]> 0 f7e43d1df56dfa2d63aca3835017acba Surge489 replied to the topic Lynx Issue With Hole Shot in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/lynx-issue-getting-on-plane/#post-698529 Tue, 18 May 2021 01:36:22 -0600 I’ll do that. I’ll let you guys know how it pans out. I’ve heard a lot of good things about Ronnie.

]]> 0 f7e43d1df56dfa2d63aca3835017acba Surge489 posted an update: I’ll do that. I’ll let you guys know how it pans out. I’v […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/17441/ Tue, 18 May 2021 01:36:22 -0600 I’ll do that. I’ll let you guys know how it pans out. I’ve heard a lot of good things about Ronnie.

]]> 0 07c53854bb5d498d5b3310d9a0eee83c Surge489 replied to the topic Lynx Issue With Hole Shot in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/lynx-issue-getting-on-plane/#post-698517 Mon, 17 May 2021 13:21:16 -0600 I wanted the Fury 4 23 but was unable to locate one.  I believe the issue is prop related though, makes sense.  I think I’ll just switch back to the 23P 3 blade until I can locate a 23P 4 blade or have my reworked.

]]> 0 07c53854bb5d498d5b3310d9a0eee83c Surge489 posted an update: I wanted the Fury 4 23 but was unable to locate one.  I […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/17418/ Mon, 17 May 2021 13:21:16 -0600 I wanted the Fury 4 23 but was unable to locate one.  I believe the issue is prop related though, makes sense.  I think I’ll just switch back to the 23P 3 blade until I can locate a 23P 4 blade or have my reworked.

]]> 0 e05503851489626148be4d2a27054f5e Surge489 started the topic Lynx Issue With Hole Shot in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/lynx-issue-getting-on-plane/ Sun, 16 May 2021 23:19:06 -0600 I’m running a Merc 4/s 250 with 24P Fury 4. I switched to the fury 4 from a 23 Fury 3 a few months back. Over the weekend and under a full load (gas tanks full, 2 people, livewells full) I wasn’t able to get on plane without raising hydraulic plate up about all the way then lowering after creating over. I’m trying to figure out if the prop pitch…Read more

]]> 0 4109df7ba9418da14afb12ab13e1164e Surge489 replied to the topic Fantasy in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/fantasy-3/#post-696330 Tue, 09 Feb 2021 21:23:53 -0600 If you search for Bass Cat Owners it’ll pop up.

]]> 0 4109df7ba9418da14afb12ab13e1164e Surge489 posted an update: If you search for Bass Cat Owners it'll pop up. https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15484/ Tue, 09 Feb 2021 21:23:53 -0600 If you search for Bass Cat Owners it’ll pop up.

]]> 0 5b2fdfc21083a263451bac7e5c2c5e39 Surge489 replied to the topic Bass Cat Lynx - dealing with wakes in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bass-cat-lynx-dealing-with-wakes/page/2/#post-696327 Tue, 09 Feb 2021 19:09:07 -0600 I picked up a 24 Fury 4, gonna hopefully test drive soon.  Just curious, should I start with any of the PVS holes plugged or what are most guys seeing with this?

]]> 0 5b2fdfc21083a263451bac7e5c2c5e39 Surge489 posted an update: I picked up a 24 Fury 4, gonna hopefully test drive soon.  […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15478/ Tue, 09 Feb 2021 19:09:07 -0600 I picked up a 24 Fury 4, gonna hopefully test drive soon.  Just curious, should I start with any of the PVS holes plugged or what are most guys seeing with this?

]]> 0 2262257c3f82cbe730b5b1fe5f3e4b0a Surge489 replied to the topic Prowler Wheel Cap in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/prowler-wheel-cap/#post-696278 Sun, 07 Feb 2021 16:22:03 -0600 Very good. Thanks.

]]> 0 2262257c3f82cbe730b5b1fe5f3e4b0a Surge489 posted an update: Very good. Thanks. https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15416/ Sun, 07 Feb 2021 16:22:03 -0600 Very good. Thanks.

]]> 0 7bb413a6ce0c4798abc00fd7c4d7ceee Surge489 started the topic Prowler Wheel Cap in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/prowler-wheel-cap/ Sat, 06 Feb 2021 17:05:29 -0600 Just curious, I tried to find this by searching but with no luck.  Is there a way to inspect bearings without removing the wheels?  It looks like there may or may not be a removable cap on the plastic portion of wheel center (with BCB logo).  I’m just wondering for future reference.  I understand the BCB stance on not using grease gun, etc, I’m…Read more

]]> 0 c22ce13155f8c2492f62c6ec820e31e2 Surge489 replied to the topic XR 84 Release Bracket in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/xr-84-release-bracket/#post-696259 Sat, 06 Feb 2021 16:58:16 -0600 Update – spoke to Dexter yesterday. They are sending me complete actuator assembly under warranty.  My understanding is that they’ve made some recent design changes to the XR-84.  The guy looked at photos I sent regarding the master cylinder and rollers and I think it’s an issue they’ve seen before.

That being said, if you have to call Dexter c…Read more

]]> 0 c22ce13155f8c2492f62c6ec820e31e2 Surge489 posted an update: Update - spoke to Dexter yesterday. They are sending me […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15388/ Sat, 06 Feb 2021 16:58:16 -0600 Update – spoke to Dexter yesterday. They are sending me complete actuator assembly under warranty.  My understanding is that they’ve made some recent design changes to the XR-84.  The guy looked at photos I sent regarding the master cylinder and rollers and I think it’s an issue they’ve seen before.

That being said, if you have to call Dexter c…Read more

]]> 0 f8144e86c3e12c0aebe1963cec702c98 Surge489 replied to the topic New Trolling Motor Install? in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-trolling-motor-install/#post-696119 Mon, 01 Feb 2021 17:23:48 -0600 I’ve used vise grips for that sort of thing. Make sure your kids aren’t around for the expletives sure to follow.

]]> 0 f8144e86c3e12c0aebe1963cec702c98 Surge489 posted an update: I’ve used vise grips for that sort of thing. Make sure y […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15270/ Mon, 01 Feb 2021 17:23:48 -0600 I’ve used vise grips for that sort of thing. Make sure your kids aren’t around for the expletives sure to follow.

]]> 0 ea74621ac4550b89f5c4caf4fe08e8c6 Surge489 replied to the topic New Trolling Motor Install? in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-trolling-motor-install/#post-696103 Mon, 01 Feb 2021 14:04:48 -0600 I’ve superglued the washer and nut together, then the washer sits on top of wrench with nut attached. This helps you get the nut lined up on the bolt as well because washer is a guide. It’ll probably break loose once you tighten.

]]> 0 ea74621ac4550b89f5c4caf4fe08e8c6 Surge489 posted an update: I’ve superglued the washer and nut together, then the w […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15257/ Mon, 01 Feb 2021 14:04:48 -0600 I’ve superglued the washer and nut together, then the washer sits on top of wrench with nut attached. This helps you get the nut lined up on the bolt as well because washer is a guide. It’ll probably break loose once you tighten.

]]> 0 98da39a188c81ba2f0102b1990140aaf Surge489 posted an update: I’ll let you guys know how the warranty process goes. I d […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15229/ Sun, 31 Jan 2021 23:50:56 -0600 I’ll let you guys know how the warranty process goes. I don’t mind as much as long as they stand behind their products. As you mentioned, I’m not sure what the other options (if any) are.

I suppose what really surprised me was that I was literally not able to locate anyone within their tech department that knew enough about it to fix it. I email…Read more

]]> 0 b11a03d08522be72b854b58174cefd89 Surge489 replied to the topic XR 84 Release Bracket in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/xr-84-release-bracket/#post-696085 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 23:50:54 -0600 I’ll let you guys know how the warranty process goes. I don’t mind as much as long as they stand behind their products. As you mentioned, I’m not sure what the other options (if any) are.

I suppose what really surprised me was that I was literally not able to locate anyone within their tech department that knew enough about it to fix it. I email…Read more

]]> 0 109d621fdd7e140cd11ca8d4fdda2ae5 Surge489 replied to the topic XR 84 Release Bracket in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/xr-84-release-bracket/#post-696072 Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:08:13 -0600 Update, after about 8 hours of screwing with this thing, I nearly have it. The bracket and spring are pretty simple other than getting to them and the lack of any drawings or information on how they go together. Not only was the spring and release latch loose, there were cracked rollers in master cylinder, broken plastic sleeves, etc. Just a very…Read more

]]> 0 109d621fdd7e140cd11ca8d4fdda2ae5 Surge489 posted an update: Update, after about 8 hours of screwing with this thing, I […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15212/ Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:08:13 -0600 Update, after about 8 hours of screwing with this thing, I nearly have it. The bracket and spring are pretty simple other than getting to them and the lack of any drawings or information on how they go together. Not only was the spring and release latch loose, there were cracked rollers in master cylinder, broken plastic sleeves, etc. Just a very…Read more

]]> 0 935f9f0da851f41940d062050f873cf8 Surge489 started the topic XR 84 Release Bracket in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/xr-84-release-bracket/ Fri, 29 Jan 2021 21:49:29 -0600 I was bleeding my trailer brakes the other night, and low and behold when I got started I pushed on the release bracket and the whole thing came out. This is part 34378 from UFP. I’ve spent literally two hours trying to get this and the spring (part 32546) re-assembled with no luck. I’ve called USP/Dexter and spoke to 3 people, none of which cou…Read more

]]> 0 92c5c3618c46e1cc6e482c51422283ce Surge489 posted an update: So if I was looking for a bravo I’d be better off to go w […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/15111/ Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:44:52 -0600 So if I was looking for a bravo I’d be better off to go with something like a 25 or a 24?

]]> 0 378a029a8468319b4719a01652f3deaa Surge489 replied to the topic Bass Cat Lynx - dealing with wakes in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bass-cat-lynx-dealing-with-wakes/#post-695939 Tue, 26 Jan 2021 22:44:49 -0600 So if I was looking for a bravo I’d be better off to go with something like a 25 or a 24?

]]> 0 0068399dcab69fd83b3c1733cfa9a941 Surge489 replied to the topic Bass Cat Lynx - dealing with wakes in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bass-cat-lynx-dealing-with-wakes/#post-695802 Thu, 21 Jan 2021 14:35:35 -0600

Triton03Vance:

I switched from the 3 blade 24 fury that came on my lynx to a 4 blade 24 fury and the boat performs  better all across the board..i lost maybe 2 to 3mph on top end by going to the 4 blade, but the overall gains far outweigh the top end decrease. 300 merc pro xs 4s with dual power poles, manual jackplate set flush on the top of…

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]]> 0 0068399dcab69fd83b3c1733cfa9a941 Surge489 posted an update: Triton03Vance: I switched from the 3 blade 24 fury that […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14952/ Thu, 21 Jan 2021 14:35:35 -0600

Triton03Vance:

I switched from the 3 blade 24 fury that came on my lynx to a 4 blade 24 fury and the boat performs  better all across the board..i lost maybe 2 to 3mph on top end by going to the 4 blade, but the overall gains far outweigh the top end decrease. 300 merc pro xs 4s with dual power poles, manual jackplate set flush on the top of…

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]]> 0 277eabdf4fdb9d68c240723f6fb609c4 Surge489 posted an update: Bass Cat Boats: If performance is not a concern on top […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14940/ Thu, 21 Jan 2021 02:31:54 -0600

Bass Cat Boats:

If performance is not a concern on top end, then the Four Blade Fury might fit you.

What pitch would you suggest on the 4-blade fury? I may give one a whirl just to see where it gets me.

]]> 0 331a11b47eb5c6903909adbd07af3957 Surge489 replied to the topic Bass Cat Lynx - dealing with wakes in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bass-cat-lynx-dealing-with-wakes/#post-695796 Thu, 21 Jan 2021 02:31:51 -0600

Bass Cat Boats:

If performance is not a concern on top end, then the Four Blade Fury might fit you.

What pitch would you suggest on the 4-blade fury? I may give one a whirl just to see where it gets me.

]]> 0 2aff7ca2fcd3b642443ea090bfd4fd48 Surge489 replied to the topic Bass Cat Lynx - dealing with wakes in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bass-cat-lynx-dealing-with-wakes/#post-695777 Wed, 20 Jan 2021 14:51:03 -0600 I’m running the 23 Fury right now. I also have a 23 Tempest that I’ve not tried. I’d considered moving to a 4-blade since I don’t mind as much whether I’m going 73 vs 78 or whatever.

]]> 0 2aff7ca2fcd3b642443ea090bfd4fd48 Surge489 posted an update: I’m running the 23 Fury right now. I also have a 23 T […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/14920/ Wed, 20 Jan 2021 14:51:03 -0600 I’m running the 23 Fury right now. I also have a 23 Tempest that I’ve not tried. I’d considered moving to a 4-blade since I don’t mind as much whether I’m going 73 vs 78 or whatever.

]]> 0 661b7c2608c2e88edf7a27742626971c Surge489 started the topic Bass Cat Lynx - dealing with wakes in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bass-cat-lynx-dealing-with-wakes/ Wed, 20 Jan 2021 02:59:05 -0600 I have a 2020 Lynx with 250 ProXS and Atlas jackplate. I love nearly everything about the boat. The only issue I’ve had thus far is dealing with irregular or parallel wakes going into turns (like what you’d have with several boats running same direction). I’ve read a few posts about this issue but not really figured out how best to deal with it.…Read more

]]> 0 cbf8596ca8c705e6b3cae2457419459c Surge489 started the topic 2020 Trailer Brake Noise in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2020-trailer-brake-noise/ Wed, 16 Dec 2020 23:29:40 -0600 I’ve got a 2020 Lynx trailer that I’m hearing some sort of issue with. I have the XR 84 surge brake. It’s a rubbing sound when brakes are applied but seems to be getting worse. I checked brake fluid in the actuator and it was slightly low so I topped off. Still getting a lot of rubbing when coming to a stop. I initially thought it was somet…Read more

]]> 0 d9b502b282dbafd1f756fe4cf6fc7313 Surge489 replied to the topic New Cat Owner / Prop Question in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-cat-owner-prop-question/#post-692926 Sun, 30 Aug 2020 05:30:14 -0600

Bass Cat Boats:

We suggest a 23 Fury and we feel almost everyone is running too tall a pitch on the new four stroke engines.

Interesting. So would that be a 23 fury and maybe a 24 tempest? Or just stick with the fury series?

]]> 0 d9b502b282dbafd1f756fe4cf6fc7313 Surge489 posted an update: Bass Cat Boats: We suggest a 23 Fury and we feel almost […] https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/12647/ Sun, 30 Aug 2020 05:30:14 -0600

Bass Cat Boats:

We suggest a 23 Fury and we feel almost everyone is running too tall a pitch on the new four stroke engines.

Interesting. So would that be a 23 fury and maybe a 24 tempest? Or just stick with the fury series?

]]> 0 4e2d0ad4e2e33eafdb574eada598be0f Surge489 started the topic New Cat Owner / Prop Question in the forum Bass Cat Boats https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-cat-owner-prop-question/ Sat, 29 Aug 2020 16:15:06 -0600 Greetings,

 

I’m awaiting picking up a new to me 2020 Lynx with a Merc 250 ProXs.  Kinda like a decades long dream come true to get a boat like this.

One of the things I’m trying to figure out is a backup prop to compliment the 24 Fury3 that will come with the boat.  I’ve attempted to locate a 24 Tempest based on a few recommendations but I’m h…Read more

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