Barry Willis Posted February 10 Report Posted February 10 Has anyone heard of, seen or owned an amphicat? My dad and I almost bought on when they first came out but thought we would wait until the bugs were ironed out if there were any. We didn't buy one after all but at least they sent me this badge, crest or what ever it's called. Still like new. Here's an interesting article . Computer is acting up so so I had to take a picture of the monitor and a not so good pic of a 35mm pic which is crystal clear on photo paper of my boys having fun with my first Argo, late 1980s.
TJQ Posted February 10 Report Posted February 10 Never seen an amphicat... but i have seen my share of ARGOs 1
Barry Willis Posted February 10 Author Report Posted February 10 I think my dad discovered them in mechanics illustrated. That Argo sure looks nice.
Fisherman Posted February 11 Report Posted February 11 The old ARGO's were a far cry from the newer ones. I remembered having to change roll pins on the axles and when the newer splined drive shaft ones came out, oh joy. But you still have to do due diligence and make sure everything is oiled/greased and adjusted. Newer fuel injected motors are much better too. 1
Bernie Posted February 12 Report Posted February 12 Had a ride in one as a kid, probably in the late 1960’s. The dealer was trying to promote a sale to my father. We drove it into a pond and out again, my first thought was how rough it was to ride in but also thought it was a really cool machine. Nothing else like it back then. 1
Big Cliff Posted February 12 Report Posted February 12 (edited) My son and I bought new 650s in 2021, we have had several wonderful experiences with them. It has sure made life easier for me, I can just hop in it and go fishing. No heavy motors to lift, no need to flip boats or haul gear. My son is a marine mechanic, I supply the materials, he supplies the labour so the machines are always in top shape and ready to go. Edited February 13 by Big Cliff 2 1
Terry Posted February 14 Report Posted February 14 (edited) 4 hours ago, icefisherman said: Casual dating at its finest – join the leading platform for relaxed and fun encounters! Why would you post that Edited February 15 by Terry Deleted link
Barry Willis Posted February 15 Author Report Posted February 15 (edited) Terry, if you are referring to me I did not post it, It was posted by someone calling themselves icefisherman, you put this on a post of mine in reference to Amphicat and Argos...... Edited February 15 by Barry Willis
Terry Posted February 15 Report Posted February 15 I quoted and reported the post and admin deleted his post but my reply is still there so with his removed it is now confusing
Barry Willis Posted February 15 Author Report Posted February 15 Yes it is very much confusing. I'm still trying to come to terms why your post came up on mine in regards to Amphicats and Argos thinking I posted such a thing.
Terry Posted February 15 Report Posted February 15 Because the guy posted right above my post in your amphicat posts , so i quoted and reply in the thread that the guy posted in
Fang Posted February 15 Report Posted February 15 Google Terra Jet too, other than not 100% sure they are fully amphibious like argo's, it was the most fun I ever had with my pants on!!!! 1
Barry Willis Posted February 15 Author Report Posted February 15 Very cool unit, amphibious to and up to 30 mph. I especially like that they have a steering wheel. Thanks Fang.
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