Jet sled boats
Have been wanting one for a few years. Thinking about one, but I'm not boat guy. I grew up with the owner of Rogue Marine, so I know Matt builds a quality sled. I know the name North River and it has ...
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Vinsil wrote:
Got my eye on this guy currently. Needs a kicker, full top and crab divet for my needs though....and that stuff adds up.
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That boat is what I have have minus the options.
Any longer top would severely restrict fishing. My top came with full side and rear skirts.
Looks like you will need an anchor or two. Also I see that the pump has the small reverse bucket. The small bucket make reverse nearly useless compared to the optional high thrust/reverse bucket combo.
The high thrust nozzle/bucket makes low speed maneuvering, docking etc. much easier. It also makes stopping and turning much quicker and allows you get on on step much quicker, which is important on rivers.
Another thing to look into is installing a sand trap. This stops any mud etc. from clogging your cooling system.
I paid $25k for my boat with the the kicker and options plus the larger 5.7(350) engine.
With a boat, you are never done spending money on upgrades. You will probably need one or more additional batteries, bow mounted remote controlled electric tolling motor etc.You will also want to get rid of the surge brakes on the trailer, especially if you travel in the mountains. I switched mine over to electric over hydraulic, which was a huge improvement, about $1500.
Compare this reverse bucket with the one in your picture.
This is the sand trap.
Electric over hydraulic brakes.
