https://forumtesting.basscat.com/members/schodackbassman/activity/ Activity feed for schodackbassman. Fri, 29 Dec 2023 21:08:04 -0600 https://buddypress.org/?v=11.3.1 en-US 30 hourly 2 d9dbbbe102fda3d68b745bd3ff9c6799 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/33030/ Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:58:24 -0600 I haven’t in a long time but thanks for letting me know.  BCB refers to BBC sometimes so I’m sure it’s fine.

]]> 0 566b1199175b8709d5cfefb9e940de07 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bezel-for-merc-four-strokes/#post-720892 Thu, 28 Dec 2023 00:58:23 -0600 I haven’t in a long time but thanks for letting me know.  BCB refers to BBC sometimes so I’m sure it’s fine.

]]> 0 63e3ca4743f07c78cbd70ab87d099d16 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bezel-for-merc-four-strokes/ Tue, 26 Dec 2023 21:25:31 -0600 Anyone done this yet?  Got my recall notice today and watched the video regarding installation.  It appears the bezel is chrome which I am wondering how it looks when after installation.  Think black would have been more appealing.  Not sure why I or anyone would put fingers in the air vents while motors running but apparently enough have to war…Read more

]]> 0 3833d51c876906f94b921d76a1c9eef0 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/32999/ Sun, 24 Dec 2023 23:37:22 -0600 I’ve never owned the Vault hubs or do I want to, but if I remember the complaints about them on here correctly the issue was the system developed leaks that let oil out and water in, not the oil itself.  A better oil isn’t going to address that problem I wouldn’t think.  If I remember right, folks liked the system when it didn’t leak.   I’m su…Read more

]]> 0 53b478cf85bd9ca67005f6713dc69a5d https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2023-pantera-trailer-hub/#post-720867 Sun, 24 Dec 2023 23:37:21 -0600 I’ve never owned the Vault hubs or do I want to, but if I remember the complaints about them on here correctly the issue was the system developed leaks that let oil out and water in, not the oil itself.  A better oil isn’t going to address that problem I wouldn’t think.  If I remember right, folks liked the system when it didn’t leak.   I’m su…Read more

]]> 0 6e58cf9ac8f3ae97e1b73d4c9520a30e https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/32979/ Fri, 22 Dec 2023 02:40:33 -0600 I was just about to ask where this was this year.  Merry Christmas all and happy New Year.

]]> 0 e592cdddd46d5f48fd3c05f7b7dd8a3e https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/ike-saves-christmas-2/#post-720851 Fri, 22 Dec 2023 02:40:32 -0600 I was just about to ask where this was this year.  Merry Christmas all and happy New Year.

]]> 0 3b7cffb5f36fd791d9a4847b56b49d2e https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/32945/ Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:49:32 -0600 Old school – That’s there to hold buoy markers some of us old folks still use on occasion.  With spot lock, FF electronics, 360 etc. probably not many folks use them anymore.  I like to sometimes but the tournament guys seem to think when you put one out it’s an invitation to come fish beside you so weekend use is pretty much out.  At least on Ch…Read more

]]> 0 23d5ab5ac05b2847ec3bdedbcd79dd0c https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/bungi-cord-by-troll-motor/#post-720821 Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:49:31 -0600 Old school – That’s there to hold buoy markers some of us old folks still use on occasion.  With spot lock, FF electronics, 360 etc. probably not many folks use them anymore.  I like to sometimes but the tournament guys seem to think when you put one out it’s an invitation to come fish beside you so weekend use is pretty much out.  At least on Ch…Read more

]]> 0 a3c7de30eecfe8db6b0c70eb1f03149a https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/32924/ Fri, 15 Dec 2023 02:46:30 -0600 Best to call or email Parts at BCB email address.

]]> 0 b837b97aba4163e2770c0db460a6f20d https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/no-reply-from-basscat/#post-720786 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 02:46:23 -0600 Best to call or email Parts at BCB email address.

]]> 0 2236ddf7c51fd7ce78da1843999fa41d https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/32922/ Fri, 15 Dec 2023 02:44:55 -0600 2023 trailer, grease.  They got away from the Vault Hubs with oil a few years ago because of problems.  What specifically is the issue?  A new trailer like yours isn’t going to need grease added.  BCB recommends NOT using grease fitting on Buddy system to add grease.  Normally grease is good for at least five years.  If the hubs do need servi…Read more

]]> 0 7db3662bb8395abab0efc39b39d3224e https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2023-pantera-trailer-hub/#post-720785 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 02:44:54 -0600 2023 trailer, grease.  They got away from the Vault Hubs with oil a few years ago because of problems.  What specifically is the issue?  A new trailer like yours isn’t going to need grease added.  BCB recommends NOT using grease fitting on Buddy system to add grease.  Normally grease is good for at least five years.  If the hubs do need servi…Read more

]]> 0 04ab3e7949794037e2226b4538e2c5e0 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/32831/ Thu, 30 Nov 2023 01:35:12 -0600 I had an 07 Classic and it had the tilt steering (for better or worse, the knuckle attachment tends to get play in it over the years so you end up with play in the wheel).  Mine had a tab on bottom to adjust tilt.

]]> 0 5582395f840dd01729b4543352ab6e22 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/08-pantera-classic-steering-wheel-tilt/#post-720635 Thu, 30 Nov 2023 01:35:11 -0600 I had an 07 Classic and it had the tilt steering (for better or worse, the knuckle attachment tends to get play in it over the years so you end up with play in the wheel).  Mine had a tab on bottom to adjust tilt.

]]> 0 8c45faf7d004ff991793be4cf36b4acb https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/32606/ Sat, 21 Oct 2023 16:02:39 -0600 I’ve got a 24P Fury 3 blade new in the unopened box I bought for a spare because I haven’t been able to locate a new or near new 23P Fury 3 blade.  If I can find one I’d sell mine.  I’m located upstate NY.

]]> 0 2726368e299dd8c1010242d7a4d5a7c1 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/25p-fury-trade/#post-720216 Sat, 21 Oct 2023 16:02:38 -0600 I’ve got a 24P Fury 3 blade new in the unopened box I bought for a spare because I haven’t been able to locate a new or near new 23P Fury 3 blade.  If I can find one I’d sell mine.  I’m located upstate NY.

]]> 0 d73b4de120babb468a7ca5a34f009f67 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/32204/ Tue, 26 Sep 2023 01:49:42 -0600 A little feathering never hurt anything.  If you only have  a touch of blowout and your speed seams right for the weight your are carrying I’d work with it the way it is.  I will say the old Classic hull loves a Fury 3 blade.  I owned a Classic with 200 2 stroke (2007) for 11 years, great boat.

]]> 0 32bc5e6f79d60291553520c2b2593e74 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2008-classic-2023-200proxs-setup/#post-719548 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 01:49:41 -0600 A little feathering never hurt anything.  If you only have  a touch of blowout and your speed seams right for the weight your are carrying I’d work with it the way it is.  I will say the old Classic hull loves a Fury 3 blade.  I owned a Classic with 200 2 stroke (2007) for 11 years, great boat.

]]> 0 0b4cc2574b1583e73ec1aba48dbe23a5 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/07-classic-advice/#post-719547 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 01:38:08 -0600 I owned an 07 Classic like that for 11 years.  Same motor and pitch (but a Fury 3 blade), even the same color scheme!  NOBODY beat me out of the hole and few could stay with me.  But I didn’t have shallow anchors and had a 24V TM system.  Those Talons are ridiculously heavy for a Puma much less a Classic which is extremely sensitive to weight cha…Read more

]]> 0 0b4cc2574b1583e73ec1aba48dbe23a5 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/32202/ Tue, 26 Sep 2023 01:38:08 -0600 I owned an 07 Classic like that for 11 years.  Same motor and pitch (but a Fury 3 blade), even the same color scheme!  NOBODY beat me out of the hole and few could stay with me.  But I didn’t have shallow anchors and had a 24V TM system.  Those Talons are ridiculously heavy for a Puma much less a Classic which is extremely sensitive to weight cha…Read more

]]> 0 16e536a2a90a2b9fc35f46425947a517 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/31572/ Sat, 26 Aug 2023 01:06:56 -0600 I put the Trick Step on my 2020 Caracal three years ago and love them as do some friends who bought them after trying mine.  Call or email the owner, he’s great to speak with and he can let you know if he’s built them for the Puma STS.  If he has,  he’ll have all the into he’ll need to build them.  Friend and I installed mine in like a half hou…Read more

]]> 0 c568d242e6c148ab526a8e6a139be923 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/opinions-on-trick-step-and-drotto-self-latching-system-on-2024-bascat-puma-sts/#post-718637 Sat, 26 Aug 2023 01:06:54 -0600 I put the Trick Step on my 2020 Caracal three years ago and love them as do some friends who bought them after trying mine.  Call or email the owner, he’s great to speak with and he can let you know if he’s built them for the Puma STS.  If he has,  he’ll have all the into he’ll need to build them.  Friend and I installed mine in like a half hou…Read more

]]> 0 24b6e0a2ffd708f8b6667e616e92beff https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/net-for-puma-sts/#post-717253 Sun, 06 Aug 2023 01:11:38 -0600 Is that the same for the Caracal (not STS)?

]]> 0 24b6e0a2ffd708f8b6667e616e92beff https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/31037/ Sun, 06 Aug 2023 01:11:38 -0600 Is that the same for the Caracal (not STS)?

]]> 0 1cf685780ef598a21e991d0f7c5fe101 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/net-for-puma-sts/#post-717138 Fri, 04 Aug 2023 01:16:27 -0600 Love your handle.  Does that go back to a very old animated sitcom from our youth?  Was a funny and quirky program.  Don’t think many will remember where “notchomama” originally came from.

]]> 0 1cf685780ef598a21e991d0f7c5fe101 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/30979/ Fri, 04 Aug 2023 01:16:27 -0600 Love your handle.  Does that go back to a very old animated sitcom from our youth?  Was a funny and quirky program.  Don’t think many will remember where “notchomama” originally came from.

]]> 0 7fa25433b8d95d7c85dbb8074df0e183 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/30892/ Sat, 29 Jul 2023 19:27:13 -0600 Rick commented on another medium and said the Caracal is not discontinued but in the future will only be sold as SP package.  You won’t be able to just or boat and trailer.  Will still be a premium model but with better electronics and so on.  It appears that soon the only models that will have the rod locker left middle or center will be the Ca…Read more

]]> 0 f26eb4d90f52cf76b7cc7cd72d87e467 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/what-happened-to-the-lynx/#post-716906 Sat, 29 Jul 2023 19:27:12 -0600 Rick commented on another medium and said the Caracal is not discontinued but in the future will only be sold as SP package.  You won’t be able to just or boat and trailer.  Will still be a premium model but with better electronics and so on.  It appears that soon the only models that will have the rod locker left middle or center will be the Ca…Read more

]]> 0 173d6b9d85cb855833b1e6262879dba4 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/29762/ Fri, 07 Jul 2023 18:52:54 -0600 You may want to check eBay.  Last I looked a couple months ago there were places that had Fury’s.  I’ve been looking for a 23P 3 Fury for my 2020 Caracal and they had them but were running like $850 to 1K.  I have a 24P Fury 3 new in an unopened box for a back up to the 24P that came on boat if I can find a new 23.

]]> 0 b7e7b94328b0226b284199399289a537 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/erya-prop-size/#post-714675 Fri, 07 Jul 2023 18:52:53 -0600 You may want to check eBay.  Last I looked a couple months ago there were places that had Fury’s.  I’ve been looking for a 23P 3 Fury for my 2020 Caracal and they had them but were running like $850 to 1K.  I have a 24P Fury 3 new in an unopened box for a back up to the 24P that came on boat if I can find a new 23.

]]> 0 d6ad8081652c73ec2fcebfdc5efb4973 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/cleaning-electronics-screen/#post-714059 Sun, 25 Jun 2023 23:58:29 -0600 Yup, been using plain white cheap hair conditioner since I read it on the Owners forum (two versions before this one) over a decade ago.  I think I still am using the same bottle!  Leaves a clear picture though it doesn’t remove real tough water spots.

]]> 0 d6ad8081652c73ec2fcebfdc5efb4973 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/29592/ Sun, 25 Jun 2023 23:58:29 -0600 Yup, been using plain white cheap hair conditioner since I read it on the Owners forum (two versions before this one) over a decade ago.  I think I still am using the same bottle!  Leaves a clear picture though it doesn’t remove real tough water spots.

]]> 0 308b0845dafb8fa17f07c354a667e4ea https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/29466/ Sun, 18 Jun 2023 01:32:47 -0600 The Classic went through a major redesign when it came back out in I think 2018.  So there is the older Classic (I had a 2007 before buying a Caracal two years ago) that shares a hull design with the PII or the newer Classic.  What years models are you looking at?

]]> 0 7192bab39f23f051e998d360e024687c https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/pantera-classic-vs-other-panteras/#post-713645 Sun, 18 Jun 2023 01:32:46 -0600 The Classic went through a major redesign when it came back out in I think 2018.  So there is the older Classic (I had a 2007 before buying a Caracal two years ago) that shares a hull design with the PII or the newer Classic.  What years models are you looking at?

]]> 0 4cacbb89db6c91d23dd073e96f3b8e05 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/easy-steps-thoughts/#post-712760 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 01:27:52 -0600 I don’t think you’d have any problems but worth a call to owner of Trickstep regarding weight capacity.  Owner/operator.  I emailed with him a few times before I bought them and communication was great.  The website should discuss weight also and has installation video too.  It’s easier with a second pair of hands.

]]> 0 4cacbb89db6c91d23dd073e96f3b8e05 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/29226/ Thu, 01 Jun 2023 01:27:52 -0600 I don’t think you’d have any problems but worth a call to owner of Trickstep regarding weight capacity.  Owner/operator.  I emailed with him a few times before I bought them and communication was great.  The website should discuss weight also and has installation video too.  It’s easier with a second pair of hands.

]]> 0 9c4e2af6f5b54a3b761830135a18b44f https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/my-first-bass-cat-3/#post-712757 Thu, 01 Jun 2023 01:16:33 -0600 Wow, your first Cat is a rocket ship!  Beautiful boat and welcome to the family.

]]> 0 9c4e2af6f5b54a3b761830135a18b44f https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/29224/ Thu, 01 Jun 2023 01:16:33 -0600 Wow, your first Cat is a rocket ship!  Beautiful boat and welcome to the family.

]]> 0 ddc0534695716f6123f0a5c973d39038 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/easy-steps-thoughts/#post-712153 Wed, 10 May 2023 23:12:16 -0600 I bought the Trick Steps couple years ago and love them.  My buddy like them and bought them too.  Well made, easy to install and you can still use the swing away tongue on trailer.  BTW I have a 2020 Caracal and stepping into the side of bow much easier than climbing over nose especially with any larger electronics installed.

]]> 0 ddc0534695716f6123f0a5c973d39038 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/28899/ Wed, 10 May 2023 23:12:16 -0600 I bought the Trick Steps couple years ago and love them.  My buddy like them and bought them too.  Well made, easy to install and you can still use the swing away tongue on trailer.  BTW I have a 2020 Caracal and stepping into the side of bow much easier than climbing over nose especially with any larger electronics installed.

]]> 0 d84c0b0e1c5ea1413f0a7c31aefcbcfe https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-2023-caracal-net-storage-question/#post-711858 Sun, 07 May 2023 11:23:39 -0600

I remembered!  (Thanks to a remind####er I put on my calendar?). https://photos.app.goo.gl/MYXd6rso27yiuYHeA

]]> 0 d84c0b0e1c5ea1413f0a7c31aefcbcfe https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/28809/ Sun, 07 May 2023 11:23:39 -0600

I remembered!  (Thanks to a remind####er I put on my calendar?). https://photos.app.goo.gl/MYXd6rso27yiuYHeA

]]> 0 6042673b30585287c8cfe651612f6538 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/new-2023-caracal-net-storage-question/#post-711669 Thu, 04 May 2023 01:31:11 -0600 I just saw your request.  Boat is at camp but I’ll be up this weekend.  I’ll try to remember to take a picture but I’m putting the handle between the port seat and locker intended for co anglers rods.   Net is flat against that wall area.

]]> 0 6042673b30585287c8cfe651612f6538 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/28734/ Thu, 04 May 2023 01:31:11 -0600 I just saw your request.  Boat is at camp but I’ll be up this weekend.  I’ll try to remember to take a picture but I’m putting the handle between the port seat and locker intended for co anglers rods.   Net is flat against that wall area.

]]> 0 9162850c9b7328a616ecf80d6c9d6cc0 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/2018-bass-cat-lynx-812-249-5848-cell-phone/#post-711377 Sat, 29 Apr 2023 18:49:11 -0600 That is my dream color scheme.  Beautiful boat.

]]> 0 9162850c9b7328a616ecf80d6c9d6cc0 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/28611/ Sat, 29 Apr 2023 18:49:11 -0600 That is my dream color scheme.  Beautiful boat.

]]> 0 f9dbe9db15ed0e5a597691aea3812f63 https://basscat.com/forum/groups/basscatowner/fury-4-vs-fury-3/#post-711375 Sat, 29 Apr 2023 18:44:48 -0600 Following.  I have same  year Caracal/motor with PP/Ultrex and basic electronics.  How much weight on the bow is part of the equation.  Mine came with the 24 P 3 blade too and from reading different feed back from other owners it seems the 23P 3 blade is a good choice.  I’ve been looking at them hoping to trade my brand new Fury 24P 3 blade I have…Read more

]]> 0 f9dbe9db15ed0e5a597691aea3812f63 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/28609/ Sat, 29 Apr 2023 18:44:48 -0600 Following.  I have same  year Caracal/motor with PP/Ultrex and basic electronics.  How much weight on the bow is part of the equation.  Mine came with the 24 P 3 blade too and from reading different feed back from other owners it seems the 23P 3 blade is a good choice.  I’ve been looking at them hoping to trade my brand new Fury 24P 3 blade I have…Read more

]]> 0 cadf78e081441ed755f3869fde49e4f3 https://forumtesting.basscat.com/activity/p/28522/ Thu, 27 Apr 2023 02:19:02 -0600 I have the basic net with telescoping handle.  After a lot of experimenting I’ve found just putting vertical against the outside of the  co’s little rod locker with handle out just enough the back the bungy designed for co’s rods catches the handle.  Simple and easy access.  It works for me anyway.

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