Gman Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 It's been a long anxious wait and when everyone was starting to hit the water this spring I thought I was really going to miss out - well it's been just the opposite! The weather and wind were nuts on the big water till about 2 weeks ago. Actually, if there was a year to have any boat or motor arrive late this year would be it I would believe! My boat arrived in early March, we’ve just been waiting on the newly redisgned 4.2L V6 Yamaha 300. This motor went on a serious diet over the winter and shed something like 248 pounds and now weighs in @ 558#, where it previously came in at 806#. It’s the lightest in it’s class. Headed up to DT Powersports last weekend with dad and saw'er sitting there, the newly re-designed 2010 Ranger 621, notice the deep V in the front of the hull, that's new for the '10 Ranger 621 this year and one of the reasons why I went with it. On top of the wide gunnels specifically designed to accommodate a modular track system such as Bert’s Custome Tackle accessories. Did what I needed to do and go the once over on everything then proudly trailered her home where she belongs, Milton This is one well set-up rig, perfectly balanced, dual torsion axles, with oil bath hubs and 4 disc brakes makes trailering a breeze Believe it or not even thou the complete set-up is almost double my previous set-up in weight I'm using 5L/100kms less in gas! Yeah sure there's few difference as 4 tires are easier to roll than the previous 2, no windshield and the whole unit actually tucks in below the truck drastically reducing wind resistance. Here she is parked at home attached to truck - A shot of her big ass end - The winch set-up, and convenient access step mounted to trailer for easy bow access, notice the trailer is essentially LINEX'd the with spray on "truck bedliner" - Here's some a bunch of interior shots, some of which just don't do it justice - The helm - if you ever have a chance to add in one of these trim swtiches, DO IT. Never had one before there now I can' leave without it! Down beside the helm, notice all the little creature comforts - Port console - The kicker pre-rig connection to main motor hydraulic steering. This has got to be the slickest, sickest set-ups I've seen made of stainless, top notch all the way. It's on all the time, no more damn bar to put on and remove which eventually calcifies and rusts or rattles and drives you nuts - The "dance floor" aka the trolling "workstation", all that is storage except for the horizontal area which is the livewell with Oxygenator system. I've already removed the 2 extra seats as well as the removable casting platform and stored them in the basement If you notice the rectangle in the floor of the last pic this is what it is, all 4 batters are placed in the center of the hull in efforts to balance out the boat, lower the center of gravity and make for smoother re-entry in to big water - just plain smart and frees up a load of storage space not to mention easy to access The master power switch is mounted in there as well as the the switch to turn on the bow mount. This is same idea has been used in the 620 for the past couple of years, just smart! The bow, all dry storage is sealed with a lip and a rubber gasket What we've got here is the large port and starboard storage spaces, the rod locker, live bait well on the starboard side and built in cooler on port side, all storage compartments contain white LED lights. Got'er wet saturday around noon and put 5 hours on'er already, topped out @ 57mph @ 5200rpm with hammer down running a 14 7/8" x 23 prop, gonna move down to a 14.5"x 21P to increase rpm's as I should be pushing 5900 as redline is 6000. I was really impressed with the solid once piece feel of the boat as well as the responsiveness of the hull; never though I could pull as tight of a 180 switch back going 40mph that I did That front keel just carves thru the water and makes it feel as if you’re on rails. Took the boat in to get chipguarded this Monday morn so should be bring'er home again Thursday or Friday night, then it'll be time to mount both the HDS 8's and get started on the mounting of the riggers. Main focus over the next week+ is going to be to get the boat rigged and "fish ready". I’ll keep you updated with pics and the rigging progresses. On a separate note, the knowledge and service I rec’d from Greg & his staff at DT Powersports was excellent. They know all the in’s and out’s of these specialized fishing machines and know how to walk you thru the process and keep you informed every step of the way. Cheers G. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bushart Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Sweet ride!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecmilley Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 I' ve dealt with dt for some parts for my ranger and my yammy sled great people. awesome boat the 6 series have been on my mind a while great all around boat. so need a fishing partner to help break it in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raf Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Congrats Gavin!! Really well designed/thought out. I'm still going to pick your brain about a few things.. if I can tear you away from your new baby. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCM Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Nice Boat! That'll be amazing for summer salmon on Lake O and fall eyes on Quinte. I bought a bass boat from Greg at DT Powersports and the service has been great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Nice rig there bud I am sure your gonna love the way it fishes, the Yammy does looked trimmed down the first 300`s looked like a volkswagen. I have found towing the same with my Stratos versus the Alumacraft the Stratos is far easier to launch and load and I get around 20-25% better fuel mileage with the tow vehicle. Enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danbouck Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Mmmmm, Boat Porn Very nice looking boat. Huge engine!! I know you'll definately be enjoying this season! Joey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbuck Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Now hurry up and get that puppy slimed up real good!! Beautiful rig, that's my dream boat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harrison Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 (edited) #1 multi-species boat IMO! She's A beaut... now get her slimy. Not sure about the truck tho.... Edited June 2, 2010 by Harrison Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mepps Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Nice one Gavin - that is one slick boat! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 WOW great boat it's a freaking 300...300 when I first started doing tourneys they had a 150 limit...they have come a long way Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anders Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Sweet ride...congrats! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grimace Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 That is my dream boat. Awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Very nice Gavin, I'm happy for you. I hope you have many great adventures with her. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RudeBuoy Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 (edited) Nice Tank Gav, she looks better than the one in the pics. Good to see you FINALLY got all the pieces together! No go get 'em. Edited June 2, 2010 by RudeBuoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Bob Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Are you giving us all rides.... Just two more words to add........ SWEET & JEALOUS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisK Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 That is a big bootie call on her fer sure. Nice boat !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnsled Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 (edited) That boat has some serious junk in the trunk that I don't mind looking at. Sweet ride! Edited June 3, 2010 by fishnsled Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Beauty boat, Gavin. When's the appointment to install the clear plastic carpet protection? Have a great time in her! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gbfisher Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Riggers....Where are the Friggin riggers?.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syn Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Sweet looking ride. Maybe we could trade boats for a day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corvette1 Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 awesome ride heard all good reviews on this boat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 Thats a very sweet looking ride Gavin.DROOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darsky Posted June 2, 2010 Report Share Posted June 2, 2010 awesome boat but a 15 hp kicker may have been a better choice. You will have to throttle it some in current. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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