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JBSTX · Posted: Thu Sep 06, 2007 8:09 pm Post subject: 2001 Fishmaster Boat

Hi, I was wondering if this is a good deal for a 2001 Fishmaster ??

Any comments on the 2002 Mercury 125 ?? 2 stroke.

2001 Fishmaster, Travis Edition, 19', center console, 2002 Mercury 125hp motor, front trolling motor, new GPS, new marine radio, new color fish finder, 2001 Magnum galvanized aluminum trailer. $11k OBO

the troutman · Flour Bluffian in training Joined: 07 Mar 2006 Posts: 316

I would take the OBO literally, 11K sounds a bit high given the very generic nature of those boats. Something under 10K sounds better!
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ironmanstan · Posted: Fri Sep 07, 2007 7:03 am Post subject:

not a good deal for for a 7 yr old rig....i'd take the 11,000 and put it on a new boat or if fancy was'nt a problem id be scooting around in a brand new aluminum rig, functional and economical. Always be shy of used motors especially outboards.
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the troutman · Flour Bluffian in training Joined: 07 Mar 2006 Posts: 316

People tend to think their used boats are worth far more than they really are. You put 7 years on an outboard, even if cared for properly, chanes are you will have some issues. My preference would be find a used boat and trailer in good shape and re-power it with new ponies. There are alot better boats than Fishmasters on the market for better deals.
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Fishbrains · Posted: Fri Sep 07, 2007 9:07 am Post subject:

One of my fishing buddies bought a 19' fishmaster at the austin boat show in 05' for 11k/ Why pay that much for a used boat when you can get darn near the same deal for new?

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TTTH · Posted: Fri Sep 07, 2007 10:08 am Post subject:

Stay away from the WETMASTER!
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Gib · Posted: Fri Sep 07, 2007 11:05 am Post subject: used motors

One of the best boats I ever had was a 1973 Whaler with a 1973 Evinrude that I purchased in late 90's.

Old boat - yes
Old motor - yes
Good price - yes

Only problem I ever had with motor was actually tilt motor having an internal leak and not being able to find parts. I would have to replace entire tilt system or deal with it. I dealt with it for 2 or 3 years meaning motor would not remain in complete "up" position; it would very slowly descend.

I had the boat for approximately 5 years or so and then sold it for $400.00 less than I paid for it, but I removed trolling motor, kicker motor, ice chests, life jackets, etc.

Why say all this? If you can afford the new motor, go for it, but do not compromise boat quality for new motor as only then you will have a new motor tearing up a lowsy boat.

When buying boat and motor, I request a compression and fire check. I ask for all service records. If person selling boat is not willing to pay for compression and fire check on motor, keep walking.

Upon purchase, completely change all oils, plugs, etc. You now have fire and compression checked, and you start on familiar ground.

Hang in there for a boat purchase. Good deals come around, but you have to be patient.

"Knock on wood" but I have never had any motor problems. I have not even changed propellar in water pump after initial fix-up.

Good luck!!

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Gib · Posted: Fri Sep 07, 2007 3:39 pm Post subject: old mercury

Tyler,

My grandfather is partial to Mercury. They can be very cantakerous.

Good luck on that one.

I know one thing for sure as I guess is true with all motors, especially Mercury. RUN the fuel out of them after each use. Gas has tendency to gel and throw a piston. Seen it happen many times over.

Fish0157 · Flour Bluffian in training Joined: 08 Mar 2006 Posts: 278

if size dont matter why not get u a used BW 17' and repower with a zuki 4stroke, or a blue wave 16' v bay?