Some lesson learned since owning several aluminum boats. The paint always bubbles and peels at places where the hull has been drilled thru or a protrusion on the hull. Coastal Craft seems to be the only aluminum boat MFG to get paint to stick to aluminum otherwise I would opt for a vinyl stripe on the hull or nothing at all. If you get barnacles sticking to the bottom of an aluminum hull the bottom was not properly prepped. The bottom must be lightly sanded, completely cleaned and wiped down with lacquer thinner. 2 coats of etching primer, 1 undercoat of antifouling paint of a contrasting color of the final color, followed by two coats of the final color. When you see the contrasting color its time to repaint. It cost me a small fortune but was worth it. Check the quality of the wiring job by the manufacture of the boat you are buying. Is it neat and tidy or a mangled mess. A good indication of a wiring job is to just look under the helm. Did they use automotive type wiring and connectors or tinned copper wire and heat shrink connectors. Cheap wiring and connectors will fail at the worst time.
I like your boat .my best friend who recently passed had a unit like this one. Once we got the way we liked to fish we would like a fireman as far as getting set up the only thing I can say about the hole deal is remember to test those knots.we had a monster king on that gave us the slip because of a faulty knot .nice choice and hope to fish near you soon.
Enjoyed the video. Thank you. I have a suggestion that I think might improve the viewing experience. Add another camera that would give you the option of editing in a wide angle view of the entire back of the boat. Similar to the setup that king slew uses. I seem to recall seeing you in one of Kings videos. This is just a suggestion. I’m not being critical of your past videos. I’ve enjoyed watching every one of them. I own a 21 foot boulton and fish primarily the Umpqua and Coos. I guess it is a sickness, when I’m not fishing I’m watching fishing videos. Lol
I want to move to Newport, I was worried the entire place would be liberals. Glad to see that ain't the case. I love the boat too! Where did you buy it? Is there a boat dealer in Newport?
So far the liberals have kept their mouths shut and I have had good comments from the locals . I unfortunately live in Portland where they just put up with me (so far) I bought the boat in Vancouver Washington at Pacific boatland
@@richstiefel oh that's good to hear, and thanks for the dealer. I tried wearing a MAGA hat in Portland once, didn't end up good. Glad the people there are more moderate. Not in your face about your politics. Thx for listening, and have a good day.
Still like your video, even 3 years later. Love the boat and very smart on that awsome aluminum trailor!! Just exactly the way I would have it!!!
Thanks for posting this walk thru. Love your videos.
Some lesson learned since owning several aluminum boats. The paint always bubbles and peels at places where the hull has been drilled thru or a protrusion on the hull. Coastal Craft seems to be the only aluminum boat MFG to get paint to stick to aluminum otherwise I would opt for a vinyl stripe on the hull or nothing at all.
If you get barnacles sticking to the bottom of an aluminum hull the bottom was not properly prepped. The bottom must be lightly sanded, completely cleaned and wiped down with lacquer thinner. 2 coats of etching primer, 1 undercoat of antifouling paint of a contrasting color of the final color, followed by two coats of the final color. When you see the contrasting color its time to repaint. It cost me a small fortune but was worth it.
Check the quality of the wiring job by the manufacture of the boat you are buying. Is it neat and tidy or a mangled mess. A good indication of a wiring job is to just look under the helm. Did they use automotive type wiring and connectors or tinned copper wire and heat shrink connectors. Cheap wiring and connectors will fail at the worst time.
Some great information thanks for sharing 🙂
thanks for your video , great boat !
I like your boat .my best friend who recently passed had a unit like this one. Once we got the way we liked to fish we would like a fireman as far as getting set up the only thing I can say about the hole deal is remember to test those knots.we had a monster king on that gave us the slip because of a faulty knot .nice choice and hope to fish near you soon.
Yeah for sure! definitely say hi if you are in the area!
Beauty Vessel brother!!
have u ever thought of putting on zink plates on the back end two of them .the thing is rotting away..
Hey Trumper. What is your opinion on that heater? Does it really defog the windows good? Thanks
I haven't had any problems on this boat with fogging but the heater helps with moisture and just a little extra warmth
I love the fact that you REALLY USE (just short of abuse) that boat like a serious tool/toy. Respect on the mess!
Thanks, If you got it use it!!
Nice...I've seen your boat on one of Slews vids....Love it...Planning on spending time in Newport in July.....Hope to see you.....
Sounds great usually there on Mondays and Tuesdays
What’s that life vest set up? Make model? Thanks.
Md2016
Mustang
On sale fisherman's Marine $109
Enjoyed the video. Thank you. I have a suggestion that I think might improve the viewing experience. Add another camera that would give you the option of editing in a wide angle view of the entire back of the boat. Similar to the setup that king slew uses. I seem to recall seeing you in one of Kings videos. This is just a suggestion. I’m not being critical of your past videos. I’ve enjoyed watching every one of them. I own a 21 foot boulton and fish primarily the Umpqua and Coos. I guess it is a sickness, when I’m not fishing I’m watching fishing videos. Lol
Thanks, I am always open to suggestions and I am looking to improve this is a new learning experience for me
I want to move to Newport, I was worried the entire place would be liberals. Glad to see that ain't the case. I love the boat too! Where did you buy it? Is there a boat dealer in Newport?
So far the liberals have kept their mouths shut and I have had good comments from the locals . I unfortunately live in Portland where they just put up with me (so far)
I bought the boat in Vancouver Washington at Pacific boatland
@@richstiefel oh that's good to hear, and thanks for the dealer. I tried wearing a MAGA hat in Portland once, didn't end up good. Glad the people there are more moderate. Not in your face about your politics. Thx for listening, and have a good day.
Thats a serius fine rig you got there.
Thank you I've been extremely happy with it
this boat you can use for net fishing ring net
links have been added to this video that are good products that work well and that I recommend
How much did this boat cost you?
150k plus
You should change the boat name to collusion 😆
That's a good idea Biden Russian collusion!
Always not enough for a gear for fishing..lol
How can anyone believe what you are saying about the boat as you're obviously blind to things that don't suit your narrative.