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Location: north central wisconsin | I have been dead set on getting a 618 T, though I am disturbed that this boat does not come with, or accept a rear deck/deck extension. My perfect layout is a tiller rig(will own nothing but), tiller extension with ample rear casting deck space, with easily accessed batteries, chargers etc. Small front deck(4.5' would be perfect) as I fish at the tip of the boat now, with side decks/storage, wide enough to stand on and at the same level as both front and back decks. I'd prefer the 618 console hull in a tiller. Being used to the size of an esox magnum tiller, will not allow me to reduce floor space. Front deck lure storage would be a plus(a very big plus), and side or floor lockers of 9' would be preffered.
I also require that my butt seat post hole be centered close to the bow. I need to be able to lean on it, and keep one foot up on the bow(placement of the deck seat mount has been one of my biggest gripes). Ranger might as well leave the deck seat right out or add another one, as it is too far away from the front and sides for me to ever use as is.
Decent interior lights are also a must, as is true dry storage, and a decent cooler. 60" livewell not needed here either, though rear bait well with timed recirc pump is a must.
The Tuffy you people are describing almost sounds inviting. I thought I'd never even look at one. Need to check out the new 1760 on the water. What does the side deck/gunnel system look like?
Edited by Reef Hawg 12/17/2005 3:51 PM
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