https://forumtesting.basscat.com/members/jackandted/activity/ Activity feed for jackandted. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 21:08:04 -0600 https://buddypress.org/?v=11.3.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 5b45944464e91151e336b348a3b069d4 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/boat-wrx-osage-beach-missouri/#post-719849 Fri, 06 Oct 2023 19:44:01 -0600 I hear that they are re-opening next week at the old location off of the 65 bypass in Springfield.  Basically reorganizing.  dumping Caymas

]]> 0 5b45944464e91151e336b348a3b069d4 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/32349/ Fri, 06 Oct 2023 19:44:01 -0600 I hear that they are re-opening next week at the old location off of the 65 bypass in Springfield.  Basically reorganizing.  dumping Caymas

]]> 0 537cd2a0dc69078a19a51a259f02e34b https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/carpet-step-box-wanted/ Tue, 26 Sep 2023 16:12:58 -0600 Hi, does anyone have a carpeted step box , the large one Puma or Cougar size,  Preferably in Ash carpet color.  Joe Riley 913-530-1085.  Thanks in advance.

]]> 0 e898f70a069f6e3dd4808646c8515e7d https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/high-water-trailer-fenders/#post-712405 Mon, 22 May 2023 14:30:50 -0600 Talked to Jared at Bass Cat and he consulted with the trailer manager and they came to the conclusion that the arms were set at 30 degrees for 18 inch wheels and since I have 15 inch thus the increased fender height.  The arms should be set at 20 degrees.

]]> 0 e898f70a069f6e3dd4808646c8515e7d https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/29108/ Mon, 22 May 2023 14:30:50 -0600 Talked to Jared at Bass Cat and he consulted with the trailer manager and they came to the conclusion that the arms were set at 30 degrees for 18 inch wheels and since I have 15 inch thus the increased fender height.  The arms should be set at 20 degrees.

]]> 0 5f64ac4e41b159ca5c0540f953646730 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/high-water-trailer-fenders/ Sun, 14 May 2023 17:08:16 -0600 Hi,  My fender clearance on my 23 Cougar trailer is really high.  From the tires to the bottom of the fender is 5 3/4 inches and that is loaded with fuel tackle etc.  I have checked other new 23 trailers and they all are much lower and the struts that attach the frame to the wheel are more parelall to the ground.  Dealer is not sure what the iss…Read more

]]> 0 706f55b2f96d6e95ecf9c6d153dad4b4 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/fury-24p-vs-fury-25p/#post-711875 Sun, 07 May 2023 15:58:34 -0600 Hi Joe,  I have the same boat and also had a 19 model.  The 25 Fury will outperform the Tempest.  I have run the 25 Fury and gets about 6k rpm’s and the 24 Fury about 6200 rpm’s.  If you have a hydraulic Jackplate and can move the motor up for the holeshot the 25 will get you top speed.  If you have a manual and run 4 batteries, poles etc. I woul…Read more

]]> 0 706f55b2f96d6e95ecf9c6d153dad4b4 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/28812/ Sun, 07 May 2023 15:58:34 -0600 Hi Joe,  I have the same boat and also had a 19 model.  The 25 Fury will outperform the Tempest.  I have run the 25 Fury and gets about 6k rpm’s and the 24 Fury about 6200 rpm’s.  If you have a hydraulic Jackplate and can move the motor up for the holeshot the 25 will get you top speed.  If you have a manual and run 4 batteries, poles etc. I woul…Read more

]]> 0 5a50e7647ab74b18df64dd888fd971e1 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bass-cat-owners-invitational-2/ Sat, 04 Mar 2023 18:16:31 -0600 HI, wanting to fish the Owners tournament this year for the first time.  Looking to find info on that, location etc, prizes, anything, entry form.  Can not find it anywhere.  Probably looking on the wrong places on this site.  Where do yo find this?  Thanks in advance.

]]> 0 9a8d6c0ffe215bada2673d67f585b0a7 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/26892/ Tue, 31 Jan 2023 18:14:31 -0600 REDUCED FOR A SALE

]]> 0 233727ef04f5d5bd38ecba329563cde5 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/mo-2022-cougar-hybrid-merc-300-pro-xs/#post-708876 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 18:14:30 -0600 REDUCED FOR A SALE

]]> 0 4583f898375fea6ee1d09d84630dfeaa https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/prop-recommendation/#post-708623 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 16:48:18 -0600 Hi,  I used to run a 25 on my Cougars but have gone to the 24 as I have added poles and  the extra weight of tha AGM battery and larger troller and graphs to catch the wind. Better out of the hole and only a bit slower on the top end.  I used to change from summer to winter but now just run the 24 all the time.

]]> 0 4583f898375fea6ee1d09d84630dfeaa https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/26687/ Wed, 18 Jan 2023 16:48:18 -0600 Hi,  I used to run a 25 on my Cougars but have gone to the 24 as I have added poles and  the extra weight of tha AGM battery and larger troller and graphs to catch the wind. Better out of the hole and only a bit slower on the top end.  I used to change from summer to winter but now just run the 24 all the time.

]]> 0 dc23aa78f364141f66700e6cf962b50c https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/mo-2013-puma-ftd-for-sale/#post-708594 Mon, 16 Jan 2023 18:23:32 -0600 Very Sharp!!

]]> 0 dc23aa78f364141f66700e6cf962b50c https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/26657/ Mon, 16 Jan 2023 18:23:32 -0600 Very Sharp!!

]]> 0 e66680b173ae23f8edc51ac71362ae5e https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/mo-2022-cougar-hybrid-merc-300-pro-xs/#post-708545 Thu, 12 Jan 2023 22:45:34 -0600 Thanks Mike,  Pics are not the best but looks really nice when sunny. I really like the Sapphire color, really pops.  Best riding of the 20″ Cats for me.

]]> 0 e66680b173ae23f8edc51ac71362ae5e https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/26614/ Thu, 12 Jan 2023 22:45:34 -0600 Thanks Mike,  Pics are not the best but looks really nice when sunny. I really like the Sapphire color, really pops.  Best riding of the 20″ Cats for me.

]]> 0 520ced885e967f4d908902a2ce3c2345 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/mo-2022-cougar-hybrid-merc-300-pro-xs/ Mon, 26 Dec 2022 17:45:53 -0600 Have an a new 2022 Cougar 203 Hybrid powered by a Merc 300 Pro XS and a Minn Kota Ultrex  36 volt troller.  This one has only 15 hours on it, not fully broken in, and carries a warranty until June 2027!!  I have had several Bass Cats Eyra, Puma, and Cougar and this is the best riding and best handling of Bass Cats 20′ boats.  It carves corners and…Read more

]]> 0 31f0b0924e2edf0c5aaae432c76196d1 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/cougar-ftd-bow-rise/#post-708156 Fri, 09 Dec 2022 17:05:42 -0600 Hi,  What prop are you running.  I assume you are at a 25 or 24 Fury.  The 24 with 1 hole plugged is my setup.  If you have a manual jackplate as I do do you can raise the motor a bit, 1/4 to 3/8 and it will help on hole shot.  Adding tackle to front storage will help as stated above probably helps the most if you have not run it fully load…Read more

]]> 0 31f0b0924e2edf0c5aaae432c76196d1 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/26278/ Fri, 09 Dec 2022 17:05:42 -0600 Hi,  What prop are you running.  I assume you are at a 25 or 24 Fury.  The 24 with 1 hole plugged is my setup.  If you have a manual jackplate as I do do you can raise the motor a bit, 1/4 to 3/8 and it will help on hole shot.  Adding tackle to front storage will help as stated above probably helps the most if you have not run it fully load…Read more

]]> 0 7ed9fa4a6283cb7d1d42a399f493f063 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/basscat-cougar/#post-706951 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 20:25:26 -0600 I have had many Cats, Puma [older hull], Eyra, and Cougar.  Currently running the Cougar/Champion hybrid.  As stated above i think the Cougar series is the best overall handling boat , as well as fish ability and high speed control. The ride is solid as a rock with absolutely no shudder on heavy hits especially at Lake of the Ozarks. The dryest b…Read more

]]> 0 7ed9fa4a6283cb7d1d42a399f493f063 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/25188/ Wed, 31 Aug 2022 20:25:26 -0600 I have had many Cats, Puma [older hull], Eyra, and Cougar.  Currently running the Cougar/Champion hybrid.  As stated above i think the Cougar series is the best overall handling boat , as well as fish ability and high speed control. The ride is solid as a rock with absolutely no shudder on heavy hits especially at Lake of the Ozarks. The dryest b…Read more

]]> 0 9e323be11bc7a5638e6c0764ec15bda4 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2020-cougar-questions/#post-705964 Thu, 07 Jul 2022 16:07:30 -0600 That hull is great. No changes for several years and have had that model Cougar and it is really solid.  Warranty should be discussed with the seller.  typically has a 3 year warranty but many have added 2 extra so 5 years.  Seller should know.  This is a big deal and you can buy extra warranty from Mercury as long as the original warranty [3 yea…Read more

]]> 0 9e323be11bc7a5638e6c0764ec15bda4 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/24362/ Thu, 07 Jul 2022 16:07:30 -0600 That hull is great. No changes for several years and have had that model Cougar and it is really solid.  Warranty should be discussed with the seller.  typically has a 3 year warranty but many have added 2 extra so 5 years.  Seller should know.  This is a big deal and you can buy extra warranty from Mercury as long as the original warranty [3 yea…Read more

]]> 0 df109b2e5fb2a65cdd10225e94d62863 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2-years-in-the-hybrid/#post-705789 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 20:12:22 -0600 Just put on the 24 and it is much better out of the hole and running about 77 top in.  I will adjust the jack plate but it is pretty close.  This is the best prop for the hybrid with a 3oo .    Typically does the hole shot get better as you raise the jack plate or lower it.   Thoughts….

]]> 0 df109b2e5fb2a65cdd10225e94d62863 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/24231/ Mon, 27 Jun 2022 20:12:22 -0600 Just put on the 24 and it is much better out of the hole and running about 77 top in.  I will adjust the jack plate but it is pretty close.  This is the best prop for the hybrid with a 3oo .    Typically does the hole shot get better as you raise the jack plate or lower it.   Thoughts….

]]> 0 815a7892f2b1cfee502d6706e928b1ff https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/best-prop-for-2022-cougar-ftd-w-250-proxs/#post-705687 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 18:27:27 -0600 Hi what battery setup are you running 3 or 4 and do you have poles.  I have always found that trim is realitive to conditions so best i can describe to you is bump the trim slightly as you get to high speed.  You will know when you over trim and just bump it down a bit and you should be solid.   Joe Riley

]]> 0 815a7892f2b1cfee502d6706e928b1ff https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/24153/ Mon, 20 Jun 2022 18:27:27 -0600 Hi what battery setup are you running 3 or 4 and do you have poles.  I have always found that trim is realitive to conditions so best i can describe to you is bump the trim slightly as you get to high speed.  You will know when you over trim and just bump it down a bit and you should be solid.   Joe Riley

]]> 0 89e39ce8bfa524f1952ed87a9920949a https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2-years-in-the-hybrid/#post-705686 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 18:24:34 -0600 Hi,  No jack plate see above.  going to try a 24 as the 25 does not work with a load on this hull.  Just coming from the standard Cougar I thought a 300 would be perfect for this application but alas not so much.  I will keep you posted.  Thanks

]]> 0 89e39ce8bfa524f1952ed87a9920949a https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/24151/ Mon, 20 Jun 2022 18:24:34 -0600 Hi,  No jack plate see above.  going to try a 24 as the 25 does not work with a load on this hull.  Just coming from the standard Cougar I thought a 300 would be perfect for this application but alas not so much.  I will keep you posted.  Thanks

]]> 0 f10bb062199737d28ce83ed14eb5a488 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/24p-fury-3/#post-705607 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 16:09:49 -0600 Hi, Interested in the prop.  Does it have any nicks ,scratches etc.  Thanks   Joe Riley

]]> 0 f10bb062199737d28ce83ed14eb5a488 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/24092/ Fri, 17 Jun 2022 16:09:49 -0600 Hi, Interested in the prop.  Does it have any nicks ,scratches etc.  Thanks   Joe Riley

]]> 0 19e39871df11ade6e0218dfcf33cffc6 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/wtt-25p-fury-14-5-for-a-24p-fury-14-5/ Wed, 08 Jun 2022 17:27:49 -0600 I have a ne 25 Fury on my new boat and it need a 24, so looking to trade for a new or almost new 24.   Thanks in advance.  Joe Riley  913-530-1085

]]> 0 63c72df5ed187d71001a162c74130d1d https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/23904/ Wed, 08 Jun 2022 17:15:41 -0600 Hi Matt,  I just got my 2022 Cougar Hybrid.  and having prop setting issues.  Have a 25 Fury and 300 Mercury on it and with a light load no problem but not great, but with a heavy load 2 guys full of gas and live wells full, a real struggle to get up.  Maybe 7 -8 seconds to break over!!  Jack Plate was set flush as all Cats come out but rais…Read more

]]> 0 f74e8fa1dbb5d0eabcf73c337f8ec58b https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2-years-in-the-hybrid/#post-705413 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 17:15:40 -0600 Hi Matt,  I just got my 2022 Cougar Hybrid.  and having prop setting issues.  Have a 25 Fury and 300 Mercury on it and with a light load no problem but not great, but with a heavy load 2 guys full of gas and live wells full, a real struggle to get up.  Maybe 7 -8 seconds to break over!!  Jack Plate was set flush as all Cats come out but rais…Read more

]]> 0 767d709a407c1b1d7f4d601de946b07e https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/24p-fury-3-blade/#post-705377 Tue, 07 Jun 2022 19:03:58 -0600 Hi Can you send me some pictures.  How old is the prop.  Thanks Joe Riley

]]> 0 767d709a407c1b1d7f4d601de946b07e https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/23886/ Tue, 07 Jun 2022 19:03:58 -0600 Hi Can you send me some pictures.  How old is the prop.  Thanks Joe Riley

]]> 0 13bb4adecefdfc0887262442cd8c9caa https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/mo-2021-cougar-ftd-ex-low-hours11/ Fri, 15 Apr 2022 16:56:15 -0600 Boat has just had its 20 service for the breakin period.  25 pitch Fury,Motorguide Tour Pro 36 volt, Hummingbird Helix 12 DI @ bow, Mega Imaging 360 @bow, Hummingbird Helix 10 SI @ console, Ram Mount, AGM cranking battery, Aluminum battery trays, 8′ Power Poles w/remote, Hot Foot w/slider, Pro Trim, water pressure gauge, ethernet cable,…Read more

]]> 0 691de706fce50a0bc2d114b2a11fa47b https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/iso-puma-or-cougar-2019-and-newer/#post-703796 Fri, 11 Mar 2022 19:01:11 -0600 Very Nice!!!!

]]> 0 691de706fce50a0bc2d114b2a11fa47b https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/22356/ Fri, 11 Mar 2022 19:01:11 -0600 Very Nice!!!!

]]> 0 c2488e30af96678a89d36216f85cc56d https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/iso-puma-or-cougar-2019-and-newer/#post-703754 Wed, 09 Mar 2022 18:09:25 -0600 Hi,,  Interesting my new one is the Cougar Hybrid  Ha.  Seems we had the same thought maybe a bit better ride at L. O.  I went with a 300 tho.  Like to see your pics and thoughts when you get it out on the ride.  Were you a champion guy like me.  Joe Riley

]]> 0 c2488e30af96678a89d36216f85cc56d https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/22309/ Wed, 09 Mar 2022 18:09:25 -0600 Hi,,  Interesting my new one is the Cougar Hybrid  Ha.  Seems we had the same thought maybe a bit better ride at L. O.  I went with a 300 tho.  Like to see your pics and thoughts when you get it out on the ride.  Were you a champion guy like me.  Joe Riley

]]> 0 3e622cab8d584e1b7aa4c34a4e041ce1 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/iso-puma-or-cougar-2019-and-newer/#post-703726 Tue, 08 Mar 2022 21:14:50 -0600 Chuck   already ordered last Sept and hopefully starting production April 11.

]]> 0 3e622cab8d584e1b7aa4c34a4e041ce1 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/22269/ Tue, 08 Mar 2022 21:14:50 -0600 Chuck   already ordered last Sept and hopefully starting production April 11.

]]> 0 76ca587dea7c79b850c8ab706f4951e6 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/iso-puma-or-cougar-2019-and-newer/#post-703700 Mon, 07 Mar 2022 03:21:50 -0600 Hi I will have a 21 Cougar FTD coming on probably in April,  I want to trade probably first week or to in May.

]]> 0 76ca587dea7c79b850c8ab706f4951e6 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/22230/ Mon, 07 Mar 2022 03:21:50 -0600 Hi I will have a 21 Cougar FTD coming on probably in April,  I want to trade probably first week or to in May.

]]> 0 0fa28aeb26c40b0a753ed39def1f8d14 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/performance-2021-cougar/ Thu, 21 Oct 2021 15:18:57 -0600 Update on my 2021 Cougar FTD with 250 Pro XS.   Running 4 batteries , Motorguide tour pro, and 12 ” graph up front, poles.  Setup 3/8″ above flush on the jackplate, 25′ Fury prop, 30 gallons fuel, moderate tackle, one fisherman 225# and a schnauzer, livewells full.  Water temp was 71 degrees and consistently on several runs 78.9 and stable. Hol…Read more

]]> 0 b7102d313b5acb80ef500bb0ad1da2e0 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-boat-order/#post-701115 Mon, 20 Sep 2021 20:00:51 -0600 Hi,  anyone out there running a 300XS on a newer model Cougar of Puma?  Any performance figures would be helpful to silvercougar  thanks in advance.  Joe Riley

]]> 0 b7102d313b5acb80ef500bb0ad1da2e0 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/19971/ Mon, 20 Sep 2021 20:00:51 -0600 Hi,  anyone out there running a 300XS on a newer model Cougar of Puma?  Any performance figures would be helpful to silvercougar  thanks in advance.  Joe Riley

]]> 0 4201067b1ce30b241674cc637b5d871c https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-boat-order/#post-701038 Fri, 17 Sep 2021 15:41:52 -0600 Yep that’s moving!  I am running on my 21 Cougar top in about 81.  Comparable with your boat loads.  A Merc 300 should compete with that.  Not sure about the pricing but might be comparable, just a thought.    good luck with your purchase.  Joe Riley

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