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Brad P
Posted 3/21/2017 7:37 AM (#854284 - in reply to #853804)
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That is basically the boat I run.

A few fun ideas for you:
1.) For pure musky fishing, get some Plano 3700s. You can fit 4 or 5 in the rod locker compartment. Makes tackle box needs minimal for less clutter in the boat.

2.) The rear panels on the back casting deck are hollow. You can remove the front of the one on the port side. I ditched the stock rod straps and installed the Rod Saver vertical holders (they have a rubber attachment) and installed them horizontally. Then I used a 3M super adhesive spray and a piece of neoprene foam I ordered on line, which was attached to the transom. This results in rod storage that will easily store 5+ 9' musky rods. When I do family trips I've had as many at 12-13 rods stacked and stored in here. (I wouldn't put that many in there while fishing.)

tolle141
Posted 3/21/2017 8:19 AM (#854290 - in reply to #853804)
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It's a great rig. If it's in your price range and does what you want it to do, buy it.

There's a comment about using the plano's for storage. There's no other way. In 2 minutes I can swap my whole boat out from muskies to any other species.
ToddM
Posted 3/21/2017 8:43 AM (#854296 - in reply to #854290)
Subject: Re: Fish Hawk owners HELP





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Location: oswego, il
I put my plano boxes in the front compartments. You can also build a rear deck extension over the rear sear pedestals and have a ton of storage for boxes there.

I prefer puting rods in the rod box. I bring trolling and casting setups. Ni e to get whatever i am not using out of the way. Lights and telescoping rods go in the center rod locker.

Edited by ToddM 3/21/2017 8:49 AM
Kirby Budrow
Posted 3/21/2017 12:35 PM (#854337 - in reply to #854284)
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Location: Chisholm, MN
Brad P - 3/21/2017 7:37 AM

That is basically the boat I run.



2.) The rear panels on the back casting deck are hollow. You can remove the front of the one on the port side. I ditched the stock rod straps and installed the Rod Saver vertical holders (they have a rubber attachment) and installed them horizontally. Then I used a 3M super adhesive spray and a piece of neoprene foam I ordered on line, which was attached to the transom. This results in rod storage that will easily store 5+ 9' musky rods. When I do family trips I've had as many at 12-13 rods stacked and stored in here. (I wouldn't put that many in there while fishing.)



Interesting Brad. Could you post a picture of this? I'll have to look at my boat when I get home.

Edited by Kirby Budrow 3/21/2017 12:36 PM
Musky junkie
Posted 3/21/2017 3:40 PM (#854363 - in reply to #853804)
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I run the same rig but with a Yamaha 115 four stroke. Go for it. I don't think you will be disappointed.
T3clay
Posted 3/21/2017 7:37 PM (#854391 - in reply to #853804)
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My main concern is the trolling motor, not sure if its a 60inch, hard to tell in the pictures. And its 70lb thrust
Musky junkie
Posted 3/21/2017 8:45 PM (#854401 - in reply to #853804)
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The boat is equipped nicely. I doubt the trolling motor has the 54 in shaft. I have the 70 and it is great plenty for the boat. I have never thought I have needed anything more.
VMS
Posted 3/22/2017 8:03 AM (#854441 - in reply to #853804)
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Location: Elk River, Minnesota
Hiya,

Had a buddy of mine who owned a 1750 with a 115 four stroke on it just like the one you are looking at...it was a dog coming out of the hole... I worked with him on prop selection and nothing we tried could get that boat up and moving well. It did the job, but I felt the motor overall was way underpowered for the boat.

If memory serves me correctly, those were rated to 125 at one point and am not sure if that has changed.

Fishing out of the boat was nice, though...roomy and with a 70 pound thrust motor on the front, you should be fine. Get in really windy conditions and decent waves, though and a kicker to assist is not a bad idea if traveling into the wind...

Steve
Brad P
Posted 3/22/2017 9:09 AM (#854449 - in reply to #854337)
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Kirby Budrow - 3/21/2017 12:35 PM

Brad P - 3/21/2017 7:37 AM

That is basically the boat I run.



2.) The rear panels on the back casting deck are hollow. You can remove the front of the one on the port side. I ditched the stock rod straps and installed the Rod Saver vertical holders (they have a rubber attachment) and installed them horizontally. Then I used a 3M super adhesive spray and a piece of neoprene foam I ordered on line, which was attached to the transom. This results in rod storage that will easily store 5+ 9' musky rods. When I do family trips I've had as many at 12-13 rods stacked and stored in here. (I wouldn't put that many in there while fishing.)



Interesting Brad. Could you post a picture of this? I'll have to look at my boat when I get home.


I'll take a pic when boat comes back from the Marina. On newer models the panels are more flush to the sides and my idea will not work. I always hated how they extended out on my 2010 as I thought it was just wasted space. Then I came up with the rod storage idea and the space became a positive. The biggest boon is it keeps the rods out of harms way when there is a caster on the back platform.
Tparsons
Posted 3/30/2017 9:52 AM (#855425 - in reply to #853804)
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I have a 2015 1750 with 115 4 stroke. I have hit 42mph gps speed if i push it as hard as i can. Great boat for muskys as well as walleyes. I also did some modifying to the side rod locker to be able to fit 9ft rods.
ToddM
Posted 4/1/2017 7:32 PM (#855699 - in reply to #853804)
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Location: oswego, il
Interesting, i can get 6 of my 9ft salmon trolling rods in my rod locker no issues. Could probably fit more if they didnt have big trolling reels on them.

Edited by ToddM 4/1/2017 7:32 PM
T3clay
Posted 4/1/2017 9:53 PM (#855714 - in reply to #853804)
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I picked up the boat today. One weird thing is the on board charger runs off of the alternator and cannot be plugged into a wall outlet. Not super happy about that. I added a helix 7 with DI and GPS to the bow.

This boat has livewells everywhere. Although there is only one Live Well switch. Does anyone know if that's which will turn on all the live wells or if there's a way to only turn on one or two?



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tolle141
Posted 4/2/2017 11:49 AM (#855735 - in reply to #853804)
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Switch turns on all of them, but there should be plugs for the incoming stream for each livewell which effectively diverts all water to the other livewell.

I'd change up that bank charger situation, especially if you're a muskie angler.

Congrats!
4reukmuskies
Posted 4/2/2017 1:55 PM (#855749 - in reply to #853804)
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Tolle141 is correct, twist the nozzle closed for the livewell you do not want to use.
T3clay
Posted 4/2/2017 7:40 PM (#855766 - in reply to #853804)
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The onboard charger has to go. Im looking to upgrade from powerdrive to terrova as well. Thanks for the tips on the livewell
T3clay
Posted 4/2/2017 7:43 PM (#855768 - in reply to #853804)
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As far as storage im thinking of doing some in deck musky storage similar to this. Anyone done this or have any tips? Other ideas?


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RLSea
Posted 4/2/2017 7:55 PM (#855771 - in reply to #853804)
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Location: Northern Illinois
I wouldn't get rid of that charger. I would add an AC powered charger to your system. The alternator charger is great for keeping the TM batteries charged during a day's fishing.
ToddM
Posted 4/2/2017 9:44 PM (#855778 - in reply to #853804)
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Location: oswego, il
I keep life vests in the left side front storage and put my plano boxes on the right side. I can usually get 7, 8 if i finagle it right on the right side. I think if you do that you could be well served adding a rear deck extension for extra storage.
T3clay
Posted 4/3/2017 7:39 AM (#855795 - in reply to #853804)
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Theres a rear deck extensi9n in there already, although it doesnt have any storage. And i do think i will add an on board charger rather than replace the one thats in there. I found a terrova for $700 so i have a good upgrade on the trolling motor. I ordered the ram mount for the bow unit so just waiting for everything to show up so i can get to building. Would like to have the maiden voyage this weekend.
T3clay
Posted 4/5/2017 10:16 PM (#856080 - in reply to #853804)
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Another question for you fishhawk guys, im looking for storage ideas, where you keep what. Just trying to get everything organized.
ToddM
Posted 4/6/2017 7:26 AM (#856094 - in reply to #853804)
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Location: oswego, il
I put my rods in the side rod compartment. Left front storage i put life jackets and i can get a couple plano 3700 boxes in there too. Right front, plano boxes. Center rod compartment, a throwable (if it is rough on the big pind, it is out) lights and any shorter telescoping or spinning rods if applicable. Side livewell shut off, misc stuff and hand wipes. Small storage in front of driver, planer boards and spare reels. Right rear storage rod holders.
T3clay
Posted 4/7/2017 12:22 AM (#856236 - in reply to #853804)
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How about release tool storage?
ToddM
Posted 4/7/2017 5:50 AM (#856240 - in reply to #853804)
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Location: oswego, il
I keep my release tools in a plano box. There are also two spots on the boat with a sheath, font and back that hold needle nose pliers. I also keep a file in one of them. The person i bought the boat from installed them.
Brad P
Posted 4/7/2017 8:58 AM (#856250 - in reply to #856240)
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You should be able to upgrade that charger to one that will plug into the wall. I have a Minn Kota 3 bank and it works great. It is in the hatch under the driver side console. That is also where I store my life jackets. The guy above with the in compartment lure storage, that looks really slick. My only question is rust, those compartments in my boat are not 100% dry so I'd be worried about rust over the long term.

I use my rod locker for storage. Will store 5 3700s. I end up storing 3 and a bigger plano with 7 pounders in it. All my blades and rubber in one place. I also store the lights in there. I've repurposed my side compartment with the rod storage option mentioned above.

For release tools I keep them in a pedestal pal. (Note, I do not have any pedestals in my boat, I jsut use the box as a handy way to haul a few baits, plus tools, gloves, and other goodies. I like having fast access to those tools. You never know when a fish is going to hit the bag and need immediate attention.

The biggest storage grip I have is where to put the net. If more than two are fishing it ends up being musical chairs. By myself it is a no brainer though.
T3clay
Posted 4/7/2017 11:47 AM (#856260 - in reply to #853804)
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Thanks for all the help guys, as far as lures rusting i just plan on keeping the compartments open when the boats in the garage. That way they can air our after i get home
T3clay
Posted 4/8/2017 8:53 AM (#856327 - in reply to #853804)
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Got the boat purlt last night and boated my first fish on the new rig. However i continued to have issues with the Terrova foot pedal

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Seags
Posted 4/8/2017 10:28 PM (#856393 - in reply to #853804)
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Location: Wausau, WI.
Late to this inquiry. I run a 2003 1750-2002 Merc 115 2 banger. Merc stainless Lazer 22P. Fully geared up I run around 42 on GPS. T3, I like the graphics.
BradP.....could you shoot a picture of the port rear Panel removed for rod storage??
My only gripe with the boat is rod storage.....otherwise great musky platform.
T3clay
Posted 4/9/2017 6:21 PM (#856457 - in reply to #853804)
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On my first run i got 39 GPS top speed. I did t have too much time to mess around with it but one thing i did notice was i was able to get over 6000 RPMs.... i believe this is a 17p SS 3 blade prop
Seags
Posted 4/21/2017 10:57 PM (#859216 - in reply to #854284)
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Location: Wausau, WI.
Hi BradP,
Could you post or email a pic of the removed port side retrofit you did.
Thanks,
muskie_madness
Posted 6/5/2017 11:19 PM (#864067 - in reply to #853804)
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Have an 1850 Fishhawk with a 150 Optimax and SS Laser II prop runs 48-49 2 guys/ musky gear/gas. Solo I've been 53-54 with wind blowing right way and not much in it. 24v 70 V2 on it now and just gave up recently, replaced with new Terrova. Put some good gel batteries in and it should last you all day.
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