New To Me 150 Sport Boston Whaler

[joseph28]

I don't think you have a 1999 170 Montauk as the first model year of the 170 was 2002. Could it be a Montauk 17, the classic hull?

There are two ways to properly fill holes, and one cheat way; I used all three. For anything small (3/8" or less) below the waterline, I only use Marine Tex, which is an epoxy putty. For anything larger, epoxy resin is the best choice. Once dry, you can grind it down slightly then apply gelcoat if you wish, then sand 80-200-1200, polish and wax. Marine Tex is a pretty good match for Whaler white though. Topsides, if I have to create a fastening surface and have nothing under the deck to hold the fasteners, I'll create a larger cavity below the deck to adhere to the foam, fill with epoxy resin, then drill pilot holes and use only stainless sheet metal screws.

For non critical holes above the waterline that have no chance of allowing water intrusion into the core, especially if I'm feeling lazy, I'll sometimes do a temporary fix with 3M 4200 which is a polyurethane sealant. I have several of those that will get replaced with epoxy resin and gelcoat later. After about 30 holes, I got burned out filling them and wanted to get on the water for awhile. For any fasteners, like for the trolling motor which I had to lag into the foredeck, I always coat them with 4200. I rarely use 5200 which is permanent; 4200 is removable.

NEVER, EVER, use silicone for anything on a boat! The previous owners did, and it took me nearly a month to remove it. There's only one chemical that works, and it's expensive and needs repeated applications. Silicone is miserable stuff, and not a proper sealant for marine use.

I could write an entire thread on the iPilot, and I'm still learning it. One of the reasons I have always preferred a pontoon over a boat when feasible is the ability to hold your position while casting to a target. The iPilot is just as good with the anchor feature which, with the push of a button, tells your motor to use the built in GPS and hold the boat in position. It is perfect for bass fishing or hovering over structure or an underground spring. You can also tell the motor to follow a course, and it will allow for wind drift while doing that, and correct. The wireless remote allows you to control the motor from anywhere in the boat. It's so worth the cost, one of the most helpful accessories I've ever had. I would call it essential for our type of fishing. Because of that motor, I'll use the skiff more than the pontoon now. I love the simplicity of the pontoon, but love having tunes, beer, food, gear, rods, room to laze out for a break or a swim, and the ability to scoot when I want to.

you maybe right about the 17 thats what the decals say and the engine that was on it was a 1999 evinrude but we put a 2012 90hp on it the boat is at my dads so next time i am over there i will take pictures. thank you

[JAWallace]

I know I had a difficult time finding my Whaler...I almost bought a 17 Montauk I located in San Jose, asking price $8000 but it was pretty beat up so I passed. When the 150 Montauk was introduced it was the perfect fit for my needs. Small enough to fit in my garage during the winter snows, able to get into the skinny water for fishing, excellent stability and plenty of power for the big water with the 60 4S Merc. The only fault I've found is on deck storage, it's somewhat limited. But for a fly fishing skiff it's hard to beat!

Your 150 Montauk has more usable room than my 170 Montauk--same with my 150 Sport. I think that is largely because of the ridiculously large CC Whaler drops in the 170. Whaler has really done a job with the 150 Montauk--but as to storage--ya! Still a Whaler!

[Bill Kiene semi-retired]

Fishing from a boat opens up an entire new world to fly fishers.

If you need any advise on purchasing a boat be sure to post your questions here as we have a large group on members who have had lots of boats.

I have owned and fished in many different size boats and have a good idea about their uses.

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[JAWallace]

Fishing from a boat opens up an entire new world to fly fishers.

If you need any advise on purchasing a boat be sure to post your questions here as we have a large group on members who have had lots of boats.

I have owned and fished in many different size boats and have a good idea about their uses.

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I think the only differences between us are 1) you've never bought a boat from me, as I have from you (or a least one of your cast offs), and 2) I think I may keep mine a little longer. I'm on #17, how about you, Bill? Or have you lost track?

[JAWallace]

you maybe right about the 17 thats what the decals say and the engine that was on it was a 1999 evinrude but we put a 2012 90hp on it the boat is at my dads so next time i am over there i will take pictures. thank you

The 170 only came with Mercs. I believe you could still get a 2 stroke that year but I'm not certain. Most were shipped with a 90 HP 4S Merc. As to decals, I would not depend on those. A friend added a "1" to his 60 HP Merc decal on his 150 Super Sport, simply for conversation sake. I've also seen several "Whalers" that aren't Whalers on CL, but anyone can buy a decal. Best to look at the pink slip, reg, or better, the Coast Guard plate, to authenticate.

[joseph28]

The 170 only came with Mercs. I believe you could still get a 2 stroke that year but I'm not certain. Most were shipped with a 90 HP 4S Merc. As to decals, I would not depend on those. A friend added a "1" to his 60 HP Merc decal on his 150 Super Sport, simply for conversation sake. I've also seen several "Whalers" that aren't Whalers on CL, but anyone can buy a decal. Best to look at the pink slip, reg, or better, the Coast Guard plate, to authenticate.

yes i will for sure, we bought it in 2010 out of oakland and it came with the evinrude 70hp 4stroke

[JAWallace]

yes i will for sure, we bought it in 2010 out of oakland and it came with the evinrude 70hp 4stroke

100% chance that was a repower, not factory original. Based on that, I'm 99% sure it's a pre-2002 classic Montauk hull. I imagine a 90 4S pushes that along well--it was rated for a 100hp 2S.

[joseph28]

100% chance that was a repower, not factory original. Based on that, I'm 99% sure it's a pre-2002 classic Montauk hull. I imagine a 90 4S pushes that along well--it was rated for a 100hp 2S.

yes it is rated for a 100hp but we couldnt find a new hp and we gained about 5-10 mph switching from a 70 to a 90

[JAWallace]

yes it is rated for a 100hp but we couldnt find a new hp and we gained about 5-10 mph switching from a 70 to a 90

There's your answer. The pre-2002 Montauk 17s were rated for 100 HP, based on the weight of a 2S. The 2002 and later 170 Montauks ware rated for 90 HP, 4S. If your classic M 17 is not stern heavy, you have a great set up.

[joseph28]

There's your answer. The pre-2002 Montauk 17s were rated for 100 HP, based on the weight of a 2S. The 2002 and later 170 Montauks ware rated for 90 HP, 4S. If your classic M 17 is not stern heavy, you have a great set up.

no its not to stern heavy since our new evinrude 2stroke only weights about 350lbs