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Title: Edited to (again): Boat Buy, 2019
Post by: h20hunter on January 27, 2019, 07:43:41 PM: Will be bringing home a Marlon 17 footer. I really like the layout and versatility of this boat. After selling my 18 foot North River last month I was looking for something different. This was one of their last 17s as they will only be making a 16 or 18. Decked out with nice seats, already rugged with a nice depth finder, power pot puller, wired and ready and cimes with electric scotty downriggers, lights and a swing away tongue trailer. Dealer came down another 1k from the advertised boat show price. I'll go see the bank tomorrow then pick it up next Monday.
Title: Re: Well, Puyallup Show was a good one this year!
Post by: WapitiTalk1 on January 27, 2019, 07:47:21 PM: Absolutely sweet boat H2O! Congrats.
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Post by: h20hunter on January 27, 2019, 07:50:01 PM: Thanks!

@Blacklab
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Post by: Timberstalker on January 27, 2019, 07:50:58 PM: Beauty!
Can’t wait to see what you put in that thing.
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Post by: Dan-o on January 27, 2019, 08:07:41 PM: Can I be your new best friend?
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Post by: h20hunter on January 27, 2019, 08:10:21 PM: Of course.
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Post by: Dan-o on January 27, 2019, 08:20:34 PM: Sweet!

Seriously, that is a great boat. you must be pumped.
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Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on January 27, 2019, 08:23:11 PM: Good looking machine! :tup:
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Post by: h20hunter on January 27, 2019, 08:23:33 PM: I am. Loved my North River but excited to change gears.
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Post by: Blacklab on January 27, 2019, 08:51:19 PM: Yeah that will get her done 🥃😉. Congrats. What size motor are you going with. I hope to pick mine up in Eugene Tuesday.
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Post by: h20hunter on January 27, 2019, 09:08:16 PM: It's got a 50 4stroke....its rated up to 70 but 50 is plenty.
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Post by: JWEBB on January 27, 2019, 10:28:15 PM: Nice! Looks like a winner!
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Post by: Russ McDonald on January 28, 2019, 03:57:39 AM: Nice! The least you could have done is coming by to say hi though. Sweet boat though.

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Post by: Skyvalhunter on January 28, 2019, 04:58:23 AM: So you thought the show was good for you based on the boat?
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Post by: Blacklab on January 28, 2019, 08:45:49 AM: Quote from: h20hunter on January 27, 2019, 09:08:16 PM
It's got a 50 4stroke....its rated up to 70 but 50 is plenty.

Definitely it will get you anywhere you want to go :tup: Scottie electrics are going to be my first big upgrade.
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Post by: Dhoey07 on January 28, 2019, 08:47:35 AM: Quote from: Dan-o on January 27, 2019, 08:07:41 PM
Can I be your new best friend?

You've seen his avi, right?? :yike:

:chuckle: :chuckle:
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Post by: h20hunter on January 28, 2019, 08:57:00 AM: Dan-o onboard comes with the increased odds of either a bfoot encounter or a spontaneous bobcat hunt.

I'm excited about the versatility, the power options and frankly a new style of boat overall.
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Post by: bearpaw on January 28, 2019, 08:59:52 AM: awesome looking boat congrats :tup:
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Post by: Alchase on January 28, 2019, 05:46:52 PM: Quote from: h20hunter on January 27, 2019, 08:23:33 PM
I am. Loved my North River but excited to change gears.

Beautiful boat!

What didn't you like about the North River?
Title: Re: Well, Puyallup Show was a good one this year!
Post by: h20hunter on January 28, 2019, 06:25:42 PM: Nothing. Great boat and served me very well. Just got the itch for something new. Had good equity so I put it out there. Bought new in 2005 for 32k, sold it December for 20k.
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Post by: Skillet on January 28, 2019, 06:46:31 PM: Well done, that will do.
:tup:
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Post by: Alchase on January 29, 2019, 06:19:00 PM: Nice!
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Post by: Dan-o on January 29, 2019, 06:35:08 PM: When are we going fishing, buddy?
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Post by: h20hunter on January 29, 2019, 06:53:23 PM: Soon as I get it picked up you are first on the list.
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Post by: kckrawler on January 29, 2019, 08:00:59 PM: Looks good man! Are you planning on taking it into the salt or sticking to the rivers?
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Post by: h20hunter on January 29, 2019, 08:08:44 PM: Salt, lakes, river. I just won't run as far nor will i screw with bad weather on the sound.
Title: Re: Well, Puyallup Show was a good one this year!
Post by: kckrawler on January 29, 2019, 08:09:54 PM: :tup: congrats
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Post by: Dan-o on January 29, 2019, 08:19:22 PM: Quote from: h20hunter on January 29, 2019, 06:53:23 PM
Soon as I get it picked up you are first on the list.

BOOM!
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Post by: h20hunter on February 08, 2019, 01:28:04 PM: @Dan-o Sorry my new BFF .......I unwound the deal. There were some issues with variences in purchase orders....motor went from a 19 to 18....just headaches I don't need. Shut 'er down.
Title: Re: Well, Puyallup Show was a good one this year!
Post by: Carl on February 09, 2019, 10:25:36 AM: HEY... wait a minute... power pot puller - what will the boys do? (besides bring us :brew:)
Title: Re: Well, Puyallup Show was a good one this year!
Post by: Dan-o on February 18, 2019, 01:45:45 AM: Quote from: h20hunter on February 08, 2019, 01:28:04 PM
@Dan-o Sorry my new BFF .......I unwound the deal. There were some issues with variences in purchase orders....motor went from a 19 to 18....just headaches I don't need. Shut 'er down.

Dang it, man!

@h20hunter

Nine days out of town and I come back to this?!?!?!?!!?!?

Say it aint so.

Seriously, sorry you didn't get the boat. I know you had to be excited.
Title: Re: Well, Puyallup Show was a good one this year!
Post by: Blacklab on February 22, 2019, 07:20:39 AM: Quote from: h20hunter on February 08, 2019, 01:28:04 PM
@Dan-o Sorry my new BFF .......I unwound the deal. There were some issues with variences in purchase orders....motor went from a 19 to 18....just headaches I don't need. Shut 'er down.

Oh man that's to bad :sry: Good thing you know where they sell other boats :chuckle: ;). Not being in a hurry is your friend. Gl with your new search :brew:
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Post by: h20hunter on February 23, 2019, 02:00:49 PM: @Dan-o

2019 RiverHawk Pro-V 18 - boats - by dealer - marine sale
https://seattle.craigslist.org/sno/bod/d/marysville-2019-riverhawk-pro-18/6825908042.html

Deposit made! See what tomorrow brings!
Title: Re: Well, Puyallup Show was a good one this year!
Post by: Blacklab on February 23, 2019, 02:57:43 PM: Nice! I really like that center console 👍
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Post by: h20hunter on February 23, 2019, 03:00:55 PM: The Spokane dealer sold their last 2017 identical set up for a grand more than cabelas is asking.
Title: Re: Edited to: Boat search, 2019
Post by: Dan-o on February 23, 2019, 04:17:37 PM: Oh, that is a sweet boat!

I see many dead fish in you future!
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Post by: h20hunter on February 23, 2019, 04:40:39 PM: Our future. Oooooouuuuur.
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Post by: Dan-o on February 23, 2019, 04:56:38 PM: Quote from: h20hunter on February 23, 2019, 04:40:39 PM
Our future. Oooooouuuuur.

I'm in!!

You know I'm in.
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Post by: Timberstalker on February 23, 2019, 09:51:06 PM: Damn nice boat. Good for you.
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Post by: HUNTINCOUPLE on February 23, 2019, 10:24:18 PM: It's all about wheeling and dealing. :tup: :IBCOOL:
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Post by: Dan-o on February 23, 2019, 10:53:28 PM: Quote from: HUNTINCOUPLE on February 23, 2019, 10:24:18 PM
It's all about wheeling and dealing. :tup: :IBCOOL:

It's all about having a BFF that wheels and deals!
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Post by: JWEBB on February 24, 2019, 01:15:11 AM: Sweet boat! Good for you!! Hopefully it doesn’t fall through like last one
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Post by: h20hunter on February 24, 2019, 12:20:20 PM: Nope. So far so good. Added an 8hp kicker, 2nd battery with switch, and a probably way nicer lowrance unit than i need. Let the week play out and bring it home Saturday.
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Post by: Widgeondeke on February 24, 2019, 02:53:38 PM: She looks nice :tup:
Good to see ya today 8)
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Post by: Dan-o on February 24, 2019, 03:11:57 PM: I'm really happy for me you.
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Post by: h20hunter on February 24, 2019, 03:12:42 PM: I made sure to add in a kicker so you would be more comfortable trolling for those kokes.
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Post by: Dan-o on February 24, 2019, 03:16:11 PM: Right on.
I've got a huge stash of koke gear from one of the auctions on here.
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Post by: Ghost Hunter on February 24, 2019, 04:02:03 PM: Speaking of auctions ;) :chuckle:
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Post by: Dan-o on February 24, 2019, 05:19:27 PM: Quote from: Ghost Hunter on February 24, 2019, 04:02:03 PM
Speaking of auctions ;) :chuckle:

:tup: on the tread jack. :-)

Back on topic: It really is great looking boat. I keep going back to the pic and trying to figure out why I don't have one.
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Post by: JWEBB on February 24, 2019, 08:42:17 PM: Quote from: h20hunter on February 24, 2019, 12:20:20 PM
Nope. So far so good. Added an 8hp kicker, 2nd battery with switch, and a probably way nicer lowrance unit than i need. Let the week play out and bring it home Saturday.

Right on! Gonna have many years of enjoyment from that beauty! And that’s a great deal
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Post by: h20hunter on March 16, 2019, 05:01:20 PM: @Dan-o
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Post by: h20hunter on March 16, 2019, 05:12:57 PM: I'll say Cabelas gets plenty of flack for overpriced or whatever but I'm 100% satisfied with my buy. If you are looking at anything similar they have a tiller drive model similar to mine. Price is below market value as they have broken their contract with RH and are now focused on Spartan, the house brand if you will if welded aluminum from Bass Pro/Cabelas. Everyone I dealt with from sales to finance to delivery was super easy to work with and very transparent.
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Post by: Timberstalker on March 16, 2019, 07:35:03 PM: Damn, what a beauty. Have fun.
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Post by: h20hunter on March 16, 2019, 07:52:28 PM: Ty, I'm pretty stoked to get out. Will start break in process on the motors tomorrow.

@Blacklab how's it going with your new ride?
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Post by: Mfowl on March 16, 2019, 08:35:05 PM: Congrats! Much better and more capable choice than the Marlon you were looking at. :tup:
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Post by: Crunchy on March 16, 2019, 09:41:02 PM: You picked it up at the right time. Should have it all broken in, and geared up for salmon season if you fish the salt.
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Post by: Dan-o on March 16, 2019, 10:09:48 PM: Quote from: h20hunter on March 16, 2019, 05:01:20 PM
@Dan-o

Holy Fish Killing Machine, Batman!!!!!!!!!

What a beaut!
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Post by: Blacklab on March 17, 2019, 05:42:13 PM: Quote from: h20hunter on March 16, 2019, 07:52:28 PM
Ty, I'm pretty stoked to get out. Will start break in process on the motors tomorrow.

@Blacklab how's it going with your new ride?

I haven’t sunk it yet 😉🥃. I just finished getting her all dressed up for the dance. Been out on it 3 times. First maiden voyage was Merwin going after kokes. Gave it about 4hrs. The wind was brutal 2-3’ white caps🤬🤬. Took it out on the big c Thursday and today. Weather was perfect! She moves and handles great. Need to finish the breakin hours still. After the next outing I should be good😉 Need to get that first fish 😉🥃
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Post by: Matth on March 18, 2019, 03:19:57 PM: Quote from: h20hunter on March 16, 2019, 05:01:20 PM
@Dan-o
I just got a quote for an 18 footer with a 70 horse Yamaha on it from a dealer out of Coose Bay, i almost fell out of my chair. I do believe there is some great value in these sleds.
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Post by: h20hunter on March 18, 2019, 04:20:52 PM: ive seen the same exact rig at an Oregon dealer that was asking 26k for boat, motor, trailer. Cabelas sold me at just over 18k. I was less than 26 with the kicker, lowrance, and tax out the door.
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Post by: MtnMuley on March 18, 2019, 04:54:37 PM: For what it's worth, the boat you ended up with is (all around) a lot "better" (all the way around.....did I mention that already?) than your purchase that fell through. :twocents: