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[QUOTE]cmartin - 2/7/2011  1:31 PM

I've been running a 1990 680T for 9 years and I love it.  Mine is rigged with a 50 Honda four-stroke and I get around 30 mph with a full tank and four batteries.  I've got a built-in but removable gas tank that holds about 10 gallons.  (I would recommend trying to get a 14 gallon take if possible).  Very solid boat - a true workhorse.  I am the third owner and I still get comments from clients thinking the boat is only a couple years old...!  I can guide 3 people casting for muskie if everyone is experienced.  The boat is perfect for fishing NE WI lakes and drifts around 6 inches or so which is great for being able to sneak into tight spots.  Also kind of cool - for the hardcore muskie angler - the baitwell can be very easily turned into a tackle box which can save you a lot of space.  Ranger has always provided me with the very best customer service and replacement parts are easy to get for the model.    Downside is the rod locker can only hold a 7'3" rod and storage could be better.  It is a great boat.  I wish I could have a little more power (like a 90 hp!!! :) for winding conditions trying to get on plane with 3 clients plus me but she gets the job done.

Hope that helps.

Chas Martin
http://www.muskymastery.com[/QUOTE]

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I've been running a 1990 680T for 9 years and I love it. Mine is rigged with a 50 Honda four-stroke and I get around 30 mph with a full tank and four batteries. I've got a built-in but removable gas tank that holds about 10 gallons. (I would recommend trying to get a 14 gallon take if possible). Very solid boat - a true workhorse. I am the third owner and I still get comments from clients thinking the boat is only a couple years old...! I can guide 3 people casting for muskie if everyone is experienced. The boat is perfect for fishing NE WI lakes and drifts around 6 inches or so which is great for being able to sneak into tight spots. Also kind of cool - for the hardcore muskie angler - the baitwell can be very easily turned into a tackle box which can save you a lot of space. Ranger has always provided me with the very best customer service and replacement parts are easy to get for the model. Downside is the rod locker can only hold a 7'3" rod and storage could be better. It is a great boat. I wish I could have a little more power (like a 90 hp!!!

for winding conditions trying to get on plane with 3 clients plus me but she gets the job done.

Hope that helps.

Chas Martin
http://www.muskymastery.com