Hey Chris, just picked up our R200 this weekend. Added the 20 lb strut today on the head door. The 20 lb strut was definitely the correct choice, not to strong. A 10 lb strut would definitely have been to light for the door. That door has some good mass/ weight. Thanks again, Bob
Good tips. I have a '23 R180 with ttop and merc 150. Almost the same boat -2ft. I like a lot of your storage ideas. One indispensable item is the mesh trash bag. I clip it to the side of the cc. I also have a velcro neoprene fire extinguisher holder mounted on the ttop. Super secure. I am adding a trolling motor as well. Lile your channel
Sounds like your pretty happy with the boat overall. I'm considering an R20 much better price point than a contender or a Grady, and seem just as stable in rough sea's. Thanks for your run down. Not painful at all. BTW I will definitely add the jack plate per your recommendation. Great vid. T😎
Bill Mead Easy?? Those stickers where specially designed by NASA to increased the power of the Delta IV heavy Rockets. I had to go trough several layers of security under the cover of darkness to acquire these gems. 😂😂😂
Thanks for the quick reply. I'll make sure to use a sturdy backplate. One of my concerns was that with only a few inches of bow space to bolt the roller on, it's likely that you cannot use all the bolt holes. Was this ever an issue?
Hi , in this video , you have a sun shade at the bow attach to your t- top of your boat that you mentioned, can you share the make and size & where to pourchasse , tks Jean
Jean W. LeBlanc ... it’s a beach tent I got off amazon. Neso Tents Beach Tent with Sand Anchor, Portable Canopy Sunshade - 7' x 7' - Patented Reinforced Corners www.amazon.com/dp/B015LUM5C4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FTKVEbX3EFSPM I just used bungee to attach it to the T-top and added two rod holder in front for the poles. Inserted the poles upside down and drilled a hole in each flat plastic and added a carabiner to attach the two corners of of the tent. You can use the rod holders in the back and mount it the same way if need be. Let me know if you have any more questions.
What year is your Rabalo? I noticed you have a interior wall behind the gauges in the console. Mine doesn't have that. I am getting hydraulic fluid on everything in the head. Did you add that wall? I am trying to figure out what I can use to cover that area.
Thanks for sharing! I've learned a lot from your video, and I'll try a few of your ideas on my R200. I also have a flag on the T top. I tie the flag pole onto the rod holder using a ball bungee cord which makes it a little more secure under way.
Fish and RIB I just use wooden flag poles from Walmart. So just Incase they were to pop out they will float. Never had any issues with them though. Almost time for new flags though. Starting to get tattered.
You probably covered this in one of your videos, but can you tell me what the actual draft is with average load ? looking at using in some shallow water drift fishing and also in the Chesapeake Bay so we need something to do both shallow and deep water if possible. thanks
How did you attach the anchor roller? Does the bolt pattern fit from the locker door to the nose of the bow? I think there's only a few inches available.
… between bow tip and anchor locker door, used a bigger piece of starboard as a backing plate underneath to spread the load. With a trolling motor now, I don’t really have much use for an anchor anymore.
Ryan Machain ...thanks for the kudos. I’ll try and do a few more video on mods. I just installed a Trolling Motor last week. I didn’t record the install but I can probably to and over view of the install. It’s the Motor Guide Xi5 72” 105 lbs. The how to videos are definitely on my to do list. Keep watching and I’ll get to them 👍😁
How do you like Robalo so far? Any issues with the boat or the motor? I’m thinking about buying the same boat or the R202 EX. I have also looked Sportsman 2012 and NautiStar boats but I think I’m leaning more on Robalo. Have you looked other boats before you landed on R200?
Wow, what a great list of modification ideas! The R200 is my target boat once I retire from the Army later this year. I've had my heart set on this model for some time now, but these are some of the best after market ideas I've seen for this particular boat. I'm certain I will adopt many of them once I get my hands on a R200. In particular, I liked the anchor idea - any thoughts on putting a winch on it? or is the Trolling motor going to replace it? The center seat hatch is brilliant, might go with a Kayak hatch but good to know the space is there. Jack Plate: hadn't thought of that for a CC, but your reasoning is totally sound and think it'll make the list - any notable performance gains on the throttle with it? All of the storage spaces are brilliant too, head shelf, tool bar, under the helm seat etc. Thanks again for sharing. Really smart stuff there.
4everunner ... thanks, we’ve added a trolling motor since this video, here’s a link to all our mod’s. ruclips.net/p/PLcVcAh6NYMq0-QOi-UCuAU3VtiBq8Q196 Haven’t hardly touched the Anchor since we’ve had the trolling motor. As far as performance gains from the Jack, nothing noticeable others than being able to navigate shallower water and we put the motor up when the Trolling motor is pulling us in the current so the XI5 doesn’t have the drag of the Yamaha prop fighting it.
tim Wisniewski thanks, it seems to be working well, Amazon 👉 20 Inch 20 lbs Gas Prop Lift Spring Rod Strut Heavy Duty Tool Box Lid Top RV www.amazon.com/dp/B00Y3H2P0Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_IERPDbPJETVVB
Anybody know if R200 will fit in a garage, I've got a 3 car with 8' height clearance. Is it offered w/o post to set up with just bimini top or am I maxed out with the R180?
Great boat & terrific modifications! I am curious & would like to have seen how that engine bracket works to lift & lower the engine? Thanks............ 👍👍🐟🐟👍👍
flyfishthesurf1 ... glad we could help, here the exact strut we bought -> 20 Inch 20 lbs Gas Prop Lift Spring Rod Strut Heavy Duty Tool Box Lid Top RV www.amazon.com/dp/B00Y3H2P0Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FUuqFbPB5C789 Congrats on the new boat congrats 🍾🎉
4everunner ... maybe in the near future, but in the mean time here’s a quick tutorial. This is the shade we used 👉Neso Tents Beach Tent with Sand Anchor, Portable Canopy Sunshade - 7' x 7' - Patented Reinforced Corners www.amazon.com/dp/B015LUM5C4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VGoIEb9KHS2T8 All you have to do is add too new 30 degree rod holders facing 10:00 and 2:00 o’clock on your bow. The poles that come with the kit, you just turn them upside down and drill a whole in the end to add a carabiner. Stick the tent rods in the rod holders, attach the corners to the carabiners and use a couple bungees to connect the other corners to your T-top. Whaaalaaa 👍😁 easy peezee
@@jasonvelasquez6673 ... we’ve installed a trolling motor since this video, it’s a game changer, did a review, may want to give it a look 👍 ruclips.net/video/ClSkh77YM1I/видео.html
I love the idea of the gas strut on the door. I also have a R200 and will definitely be adding that to it. I see your strut 20" long, 20 pound strut is no longer available on Amazon. I know a 20" strut is the correct length, would you recommend going with a 10 pound strut if you had to make that choice again?
Robert Yanders ... I don’t think I would go 10lb, that door is heavy. Especially when you have it open an someone blows right by ya and the wake hits. 10lbs is still better than nothing. Ya have to remember that the closer the strut is to the fulcrum point the more effort is required.
Thanks, I'm good with your 20 lb recommendation. As long as you're not saying 20 pounds is too much, and not too much effort I'm good with it. Love your channel.
Robert Yanders ... I can’t believe a strut isn’t standard equipment, I’ve had the boat rock and that door comes swinging back hard. You could lose a finger easily. Thanks for the encouragement, we are always glad to hear your enjoying the channel.
What size Bruce anchor did you go with? You aren't kidding about the anchors that came with the Robalo! They are terrible! Also, what size hole did you cut in the lid and what did you use for the beauty ring? Thanks!
Sam Waldfogel ...11lb anchor, 8lb is probably fine too. The 11lb anchor was on sale on Amazon for $23. For the hole 🕳 I used a 4” deck hatch like this one 👇 SEAFLO 4" Boat Round Non Slip Inspection Hatch w/ Detachable Cover www.amazon.com/dp/B00MWQ32UA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pgNbEb9N783T7
Enjoyed your video. I'm looking to purchase my first boat. I'm a tall guy 6'7", what are your thoughts about this boat for me? I'm on the Eastern shore of MD. Looking for a Deep V, 21-23', center console. How many people can fish comfortably?
I’m 6’5”, you may bump your head in the T-top sometimes. That may be an issue on pretty much any boat for you. Four people is the Max I would ever take fishing on this boat. So far it’s been working very well for us. Trolling motor is definitely worth it. We have a Review video on the Xi5 we installed. It’s so much better than dropping anchor.
Thanks, the Chesapeake Bay can get rough. How does the boat handle in choppy water and offshore? How far offshore would you recommend taking it. I like the front facing head. Can’t believe other brands didn’t realize this value-added feature.
@@1waymergrand ... we have tons of videos going offshore, farthest out I’ve ever had it was about 25 miles. If you want to see a little chop and rough riding offshore. Check out our video that comes out tomorrow morning at 9:30am. The actual usable head is what pretty much sold us on the R200. No other boat this size has as much room in the head.
I used a triangular piece of 1/2” starboard under the bow deck to help distribute the load. Marinebaby Boat Bow Anchor Roller Stainless Steel Self Launching Bow Rollers Heavy Duty www.amazon.com/dp/B071R591VT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_J9DUDbRC0HPYD
Saw an anchor config like yours with the anchor held in place with tie wraps and began to wonder how much rattling noise this makes on days when the winds are swells are a little high. I haave a pic but could not upload
Nice little upgrades made a big difference. I would be lying if I said the sabiki pvc tubes didn't impress me the most 😆. 6 hooks in your hand sucks. They make sabiki rods also but thats another rod holder you'll lose. Nice job
Regarding the storage area you opened in the bow. How much larger could you make the opening if you had a custom made hatch? I know a place that will custom make hatches and I'd consider getting one made if the price is right... Thanks!!
Keith Whitney I’ll take a measurement next time I pick up the boat. You should be able to go from lip to lip of the dry storage lids, and the edge of the seat all the way until the bow backrest starts to curve.
@@SaltyStrikes Thank you sir, www.boatoutfitters.com/ makes custom doors that you can have made to order. They have powder coated aluminum frames and doors made from Acrylic or Starboard and mount from the inside lip so they are almost flush with the deck. Only problem with them is they can get expensive...
I have 2019 r202ex. Love your ideas. What is the dimension or site where you purchased the forward compartment storage door? The head door is a pain in the neck. We use bungy cords but like your idea. What is the length? Great job!
Ed Nowicki .. thank 🙏🏻, every little bit of extra storage helps. I put links to both the hatch and strut in the video description. Let me know how you like the mods when you get them done 👍✅
Thanks for the quick reply. I saw son=mething where you were installing a trolling mototr. Looked into it and found running the wires around the hull from the bow to the console area a challenge. Did you video your installation?
Ed Nowicki ... I didn’t video the install itself but I did show where I ran the wires in this video ruclips.net/video/ClSkh77YM1I/видео.html . You can make the holes bigger for easier access but with a stiff electrical snake it was pretty easy.
Ed Nowicki ... I have the onboard 12v to 36v charging system so it charging when ever the boat it running. I also have the 110v wall charger for throes days I run the trolling motor way more than the engine found on the same site at this combo kit. www.lithiumpros.com/product/lithium-pros-m3140-36ck-36v40ah-deep-cycle-lithium-ion-battery-kit/
Jorge Morales ... yes, we have a hand held one. Just keep in it in the battery switch box next to out PLB. We chose to go with the hand held because if the boat goes down we will still have a radio even if the range isn’t that great. If the 💩 really hits the fan is why we have the Locator Beacon.
Hi , like your stuff , just wondering what do you use for lighting at night : spot light & spreader etc... , P.S. I support brothers & sisters in Blue , Thanks Jean
... at night I try and have as little light on the boat as possible, everything reflects off the white deck and I can’t see out in the water. I used to have a hand held spot light. Now I just run Nav lights and turn the Simrad to night mode and keep the brightness way down.
Hey man, so sorry to message you again. About to pull the trigger here on a 2021 r202. More than it was 1 year ago. Now out the door is 56,000 with tax and etc... if you could do it again would you? I would plan on all the upgrades you did. Great work.
Richard Rogowski ... wow 😵😵🤑🤑, we only payed like $48,000 for our R200. It’s definitely been worth every penny and we get our money’s worth out off it. If you watch most of our other videos the proof is in the putting 😁👍. Trolling motor has been a game changer
Salty Strikes last message promise... on 11/19 - 48,000 out the door with a 7 year warranty. We decided to wait. Today, paid 56,500 out the door for a 2021 r202 with a 3 year warranty. I am going to do all your mods except seat. Maybe wait on that. Thanks for the video. Oh, if it wasn’t for this stupid virus , I would have waited till a boat show but we have a place on the water and no boat. Couldn’t wait any longer even if I did over pay a little.
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Great tips, I’m picking up my R202 on Wednesday and will certainly use your tips!
@@vazquezeliezer congrats, if you going fishing my first add on would be a trolling motor
Hey Chris, just picked up our R200 this weekend. Added the 20 lb strut today on the head door. The 20 lb strut was definitely the correct choice, not to strong. A 10 lb strut would definitely have been to light for the door. That door has some good mass/ weight.
Thanks again, Bob
... glad we could be of help, strut will definitely save some fingers from that door when a rogue wave comes by.
Good tips. I have a '23 R180 with ttop and merc 150. Almost the same boat -2ft. I like a lot of your storage ideas. One indispensable item is the mesh trash bag. I clip it to the side of the cc. I also have a velcro neoprene fire extinguisher holder mounted on the ttop. Super secure. I am adding a trolling motor as well. Lile your channel
You certainly got the R200 well equipped....You can never have enough stuff!!
Wes Lovelace thanks, I feel like I can never stop tinkering 😂😂
There you go, I was beginning to wonder,,
Nice boat and very innovative ideas, I might have to do some of them on my boat build,
Kenny Velez thanks for the push to get it done 👍😁, hope it helps others with there projects.
Sounds like your pretty happy with the boat overall. I'm considering an R20 much better price point than a contender or a Grady, and seem just as stable in rough sea's. Thanks for your run down. Not painful at all. BTW I will definitely add the jack plate per your recommendation. Great vid. T😎
... may want to check out our trolling motor video too, if you plan to fish it’s a game changer. ruclips.net/video/ClSkh77YM1I/видео.html
Thanks for making this video, great mods Robalo should incorporate some of them directly into their boats.
… I know right! Should be standard equipment
Who new it's that easy to increase HP?! Very nice..thanks for sharing.
Bill Mead Easy?? Those stickers where specially designed by NASA to increased the power of the Delta IV heavy Rockets. I had to go trough several layers of security under the cover of darkness to acquire these gems. 😂😂😂
Thanks for the quick reply. I'll make sure to use a sturdy backplate. One of my concerns was that with only a few inches of bow space to bolt the roller on, it's likely that you cannot use all the bolt holes. Was this ever an issue?
… I believe I only used the three back holes
What anchor roller did you use for your Bruce anchor. Love all the improvements you have made on your 20 ft.
@@donchittick5924 link is in description area 👍
Hi , in this video , you have a sun shade at the bow attach to your t- top of your boat that you mentioned, can you share the make and size & where to pourchasse ,
tks
Jean
Jean W. LeBlanc ... it’s a beach tent I got off amazon. Neso Tents Beach Tent with Sand Anchor, Portable Canopy Sunshade - 7' x 7' - Patented Reinforced Corners www.amazon.com/dp/B015LUM5C4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FTKVEbX3EFSPM
I just used bungee to attach it to the T-top and added two rod holder in front for the poles. Inserted the poles upside down and drilled a hole in each flat plastic and added a carabiner to attach the two corners of of the tent. You can use the rod holders in the back and mount it the same way if need be. Let me know if you have any more questions.
Nice video. What is the length from the water to the highest point of the gunnel? (or length from water line to top of the bow navigation light?)
… I don’t remember off the top of my head but probably get a better view in this video ruclips.net/video/1NQjzhaIJx0/видео.html
What year is your Rabalo? I noticed you have a interior wall behind the gauges in the console. Mine doesn't have that. I am getting hydraulic fluid on everything in the head. Did you add that wall? I am trying to figure out what I can use to cover that area.
2018 , it came with it, you can use a piece of starboard or PVC board.
Thanks for sharing! I've learned a lot from your video, and I'll try a few of your ideas on my R200. I also have a flag on the T top. I tie the flag pole onto the rod holder using a ball bungee cord which makes it a little more secure under way.
Fish and RIB I just use wooden flag poles from Walmart. So just Incase they were to pop out they will float. Never had any issues with them though. Almost time for new flags though. Starting to get tattered.
@@SaltyStrikes I bought my US flag from West Marine. It's been more than a year and still looking good.
You probably covered this in one of your videos, but can you tell me what the actual draft is with average load ? looking at using in some shallow water drift fishing and also in the Chesapeake Bay so we need something to do both shallow and deep water if possible. thanks
… 15-16” without the motor down, I like to keep it a least 2 ft deep.
Nice boat and video!
TheWolfePit thanks, hope it helps someone else with there own projects or purchases. 😁
Thanks for the review! Just ordered our 202 Robalo. Will be here on Nov. 12th. See ya around Ponce Inlet!
Congrats 👏👏👍, I think you’ll be very pleased
Nice boat and some great tips!
... thanks , we added a trolling motor and have a review on that as well. It’s in our playlist.
Does the anchor rope hit the new lights? Odd it doesn’t have its own cleat. I asked the dealer about it today.
... nope, never comes in contact with the lights, I installed a pop up cleat behind the anchor locker
How did you attach the anchor roller? Does the bolt pattern fit from the locker door to the nose of the bow? I think there's only a few inches available.
… between bow tip and anchor locker door, used a bigger piece of starboard as a backing plate underneath to spread the load. With a trolling motor now, I don’t really have much use for an anchor anymore.
I have a 2018 202, would love to see a how-to on some of those mods like the shelf and anchor!! Great vids!
Ryan Machain ...thanks for the kudos. I’ll try and do a few more video on mods. I just installed a Trolling Motor last week. I didn’t record the install but I can probably to and over view of the install. It’s the Motor Guide Xi5 72” 105 lbs. The how to videos are definitely on my to do list. Keep watching and I’ll get to them 👍😁
What is the draft and how shallow to you think you've been? Thanks!
Tom McLaughlin about 15”, that’s less than a foot and half and she’ll scoot around in anything over that just fine.
How do you like Robalo so far? Any issues with the boat or the motor? I’m thinking about buying the same boat or the R202 EX. I have also looked Sportsman 2012 and NautiStar boats but I think I’m leaning more on Robalo. Have you looked other boats before you landed on R200?
ruclips.net/video/ytTTXYQOACg/видео.html update review
you gave me alot of great ideas, thank you! I am thinking of buying this boat next week...2020
… did you ever get one?
Wow, what a great list of modification ideas! The R200 is my target boat once I retire from the Army later this year. I've had my heart set on this model for some time now, but these are some of the best after market ideas I've seen for this particular boat. I'm certain I will adopt many of them once I get my hands on a R200. In particular, I liked the anchor idea - any thoughts on putting a winch on it? or is the Trolling motor going to replace it? The center seat hatch is brilliant, might go with a Kayak hatch but good to know the space is there. Jack Plate: hadn't thought of that for a CC, but your reasoning is totally sound and think it'll make the list - any notable performance gains on the throttle with it? All of the storage spaces are brilliant too, head shelf, tool bar, under the helm seat etc. Thanks again for sharing. Really smart stuff there.
4everunner ... thanks, we’ve added a trolling motor since this video, here’s a link to all our mod’s. ruclips.net/p/PLcVcAh6NYMq0-QOi-UCuAU3VtiBq8Q196
Haven’t hardly touched the Anchor since we’ve had the trolling motor.
As far as performance gains from the Jack, nothing noticeable others than being able to navigate shallower water and we put the motor up when the Trolling motor is pulling us in the current so the XI5 doesn’t have the drag of the Yamaha prop fighting it.
What kind of hardware did you use to mount that gas strut in the head? Its hard to tell in the video if its bolted or like self tappered in
… bolts 👍, I would stay away from screws when it comes to fiberglass and moving parts.
Awesome video! Where did you get the strut for the console door?
tim Wisniewski thanks, it seems to be working well, Amazon 👉 20 Inch 20 lbs Gas Prop Lift Spring Rod Strut Heavy Duty Tool Box Lid Top RV www.amazon.com/dp/B00Y3H2P0Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_IERPDbPJETVVB
What adapters or brackets did you use to install the head gas strut? Please let me know. Thanks!
… just the ones that came with it. Pretty straight forward install.
@@SaltyStrikes Thanks. They must have changed up on Amazon. I clicked on the unit you have posted above, but is it just the strut.
Anybody know if R200 will fit in a garage, I've got a 3 car with 8' height clearance. Is it offered w/o post to set up with just bimini top or am I maxed out with the R180?
Great boat & terrific modifications! I am curious & would like to have seen how that engine bracket works to lift & lower the engine? Thanks............ 👍👍🐟🐟👍👍
Sapele Steve ..thanks, 👉ruclips.net/video/x7KIxfyfW8A/видео.html
Outstanding video! You definitely have your Sh!! together. Great flags!!
Where did you get the Porta potty from? Mine doesn't have one installed.
This is the one we have now amzn.to/3Qfksxh
Awesome ideas... Right on, fish on Dude!
What length gas strut did you use for the head door? My R200 isn't due for another month and I already have the extra hatch. Thanks for the ideas.
flyfishthesurf1 ... glad we could help, here the exact strut we bought -> 20 Inch 20 lbs Gas Prop Lift Spring Rod Strut Heavy Duty Tool Box Lid Top RV www.amazon.com/dp/B00Y3H2P0Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_FUuqFbPB5C789
Congrats on the new boat congrats 🍾🎉
@@SaltyStrikes Perfect, thank you. Stay safe.
Hi. Where did you get the bow shade
Thanks John
… pretty sure it was Amazon, it’s been so long I don’t remember the brand or anything.
What/ where did you purchase the ports potty for your boat. We have the same boat and want to add one!
Porta Potti Curve Portable Toilet... www.amazon.com/dp/B006WPQNB2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
It’s really nice compared to most camp style Porta’s.
Can you do a quick video on your forward sun shade ie a "How to"
4everunner ... maybe in the near future, but in the mean time here’s a quick tutorial.
This is the shade we used 👉Neso Tents Beach Tent with Sand Anchor, Portable Canopy Sunshade - 7' x 7' - Patented Reinforced Corners www.amazon.com/dp/B015LUM5C4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_VGoIEb9KHS2T8
All you have to do is add too new 30 degree rod holders facing 10:00 and 2:00 o’clock on your bow. The poles that come with the kit, you just turn them upside down and drill a whole in the end to add a carabiner. Stick the tent rods in the rod holders, attach the corners to the carabiners and use a couple bungees to connect the other corners to your T-top. Whaaalaaa 👍😁 easy peezee
Nicely done. Looking at the 202 exp.w a 150 on it...Do you feel under powered w the 150? What is top speed? Thx in advance
.... tops out about 42 mph at about 5,500rpm, so far it’s been plenty quick enough for us.
@@SaltyStrikes sounds good-thanks for the reply...
@@jasonvelasquez6673 ... we’ve installed a trolling motor since this video, it’s a game changer, did a review, may want to give it a look 👍 ruclips.net/video/ClSkh77YM1I/видео.html
@@SaltyStrikes nice install- just sub'd too. Cheers
I love the idea of the gas strut on the door. I also have a R200 and will definitely be adding that to it. I see your strut 20" long, 20 pound strut is no longer available on Amazon. I know a 20" strut is the correct length, would you recommend going with a 10 pound strut if you had to make that choice again?
Robert Yanders ... I don’t think I would go 10lb, that door is heavy. Especially when you have it open an someone blows right by ya and the wake hits. 10lbs is still better than nothing. Ya have to remember that the closer the strut is to the fulcrum point the more effort is required.
Thanks, I'm good with your 20 lb recommendation. As long as you're not saying 20 pounds is too much, and not too much effort I'm good with it.
Love your channel.
Robert Yanders ... I can’t believe a strut isn’t standard equipment, I’ve had the boat rock and that door comes swinging back hard. You could lose a finger easily.
Thanks for the encouragement, we are always glad to hear your enjoying the channel.
What size Bruce anchor did you go with? You aren't kidding about the anchors that came with the Robalo! They are terrible! Also, what size hole did you cut in the lid and what did you use for the beauty ring? Thanks!
Sam Waldfogel ...11lb anchor, 8lb is probably fine too. The 11lb anchor was on sale on Amazon for $23. For the hole 🕳 I used a 4” deck hatch like this one
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SEAFLO 4" Boat Round Non Slip Inspection Hatch w/ Detachable Cover www.amazon.com/dp/B00MWQ32UA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_pgNbEb9N783T7
Enjoyed your video. I'm looking to purchase my first boat. I'm a tall guy 6'7", what are your thoughts about this boat for me? I'm on the Eastern shore of MD. Looking for a Deep V, 21-23', center console. How many people can fish comfortably?
I’m 6’5”, you may bump your head in the T-top sometimes. That may be an issue on pretty much any boat for you. Four people is the Max I would ever take fishing on this boat. So far it’s been working very well for us. Trolling motor is definitely worth it. We have a Review video on the Xi5 we installed. It’s so much better than dropping anchor.
Thanks, the Chesapeake Bay can get rough. How does the boat handle in choppy water and offshore? How far offshore would you recommend taking it. I like the front facing head. Can’t believe other brands didn’t realize this value-added feature.
@@1waymergrand ... we have tons of videos going offshore, farthest out I’ve ever had it was about 25 miles. If you want to see a little chop and rough riding offshore. Check out our video that comes out tomorrow morning at 9:30am. The actual usable head is what pretty much sold us on the R200. No other boat this size has as much room in the head.
Which anchor roller did you mount on the bow and did you reinforce the deck? Thanks!
I used a triangular piece of 1/2” starboard under the bow deck to help distribute the load.
Marinebaby Boat Bow Anchor Roller Stainless Steel Self Launching Bow Rollers Heavy Duty www.amazon.com/dp/B071R591VT/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_J9DUDbRC0HPYD
Saw an anchor config like yours with the anchor held in place with tie wraps and began to wonder how much rattling noise this makes on days when the winds are swells are a little high. I haave a pic but could not upload
Ed Nowicki ... our chain doesn’t make any noise, maybe just a little bit going fast in heavy chop but otherwise it’s pretty silent. amzn.to/34N6mKG
Nice little upgrades made a big difference. I would be lying if I said the sabiki pvc tubes didn't impress me the most 😆. 6 hooks in your hand sucks.
They make sabiki rods also but thats another rod holder you'll lose. Nice job
... thanks, those sabiki’s can be a recipe for disaster for sure. Glad you found the info interesting 😁👍
Regarding the storage area you opened in the bow. How much larger could you make the opening if you had a custom made hatch? I know a place that will custom make hatches and I'd consider getting one made if the price is right... Thanks!!
Keith Whitney I’ll take a measurement next time I pick up the boat. You should be able to go from lip to lip of the dry storage lids, and the edge of the seat all the way until the bow backrest starts to curve.
@@SaltyStrikes Thank you sir, www.boatoutfitters.com/ makes custom doors that you can have made to order. They have powder coated aluminum frames and doors made from Acrylic or Starboard and mount from the inside lip so they are almost flush with the deck. Only problem with them is they can get expensive...
What size door did you install?
I have 2019 r202ex. Love your ideas. What is the dimension or site where you purchased the forward compartment storage door? The head door is a pain in the neck. We use bungy cords but like your idea. What is the length?
Great job!
Ed Nowicki .. thank 🙏🏻, every little bit of extra storage helps. I put links to both the hatch and strut in the video description. Let me know how you like the mods when you get them done 👍✅
Thanks for the quick reply. I saw son=mething where you were installing a trolling mototr. Looked into it and found running the wires around the hull from the bow to the console area a challenge. Did you video your installation?
Ed Nowicki ... I didn’t video the install itself but I did show where I ran the wires in this video ruclips.net/video/ClSkh77YM1I/видео.html . You can make the holes bigger for easier access but with a stiff electrical snake it was pretty easy.
@@SaltyStrikes Those 36VDC batteries are pricey! Hate to keep asking but what is the charger you are using?
Ed Nowicki ... I have the onboard 12v to 36v charging system so it charging when ever the boat it running. I also have the 110v wall charger for throes days I run the trolling motor way more than the engine found on the same site at this combo kit. www.lithiumpros.com/product/lithium-pros-m3140-36ck-36v40ah-deep-cycle-lithium-ion-battery-kit/
do you have a vhf radio if you do where you put it i’m getting my r200 in 2 days thanks
Jorge Morales ... yes, we have a hand held one. Just keep in it in the battery switch box next to out PLB. We chose to go with the hand held because if the boat goes down we will still have a radio even if the range isn’t that great. If the 💩 really hits the fan is why we have the Locator Beacon.
I use pool noodles and cut them in small sections and wrap my sabiki around them
Hi , like your stuff , just wondering what do you use for lighting at night : spot light & spreader etc... , P.S. I support brothers & sisters in Blue ,
Thanks
Jean
... at night I try and have as little light on the boat as possible, everything reflects off the white deck and I can’t see out in the water. I used to have a hand held spot light. Now I just run Nav lights and turn the Simrad to night mode and keep the brightness way down.
Hey man, so sorry to message you again. About to pull the trigger here on a 2021 r202. More than it was 1 year ago. Now out the door is 56,000 with tax and etc... if you could do it again would you? I would plan on all the upgrades you did. Great work.
Richard Rogowski ... wow 😵😵🤑🤑, we only payed like $48,000 for our R200. It’s definitely been worth every penny and we get our money’s worth out off it. If you watch most of our other videos the proof is in the putting 😁👍. Trolling motor has been a game changer
Salty Strikes last message promise... on 11/19 - 48,000 out the door with a 7 year warranty. We decided to wait. Today, paid 56,500 out the door for a 2021 r202 with a 3 year warranty. I am going to do all your mods except seat. Maybe wait on that. Thanks for the video. Oh, if it wasn’t for this stupid virus , I would have waited till a boat show but we have a place on the water and no boat. Couldn’t wait any longer even if I did over pay a little.
What is the storage length on the trailer? Can not seem to find that anywhere.
From trailer tongue to prop?
Yes, if it is a folding tongue or not as well please
@@jasonk8801 … boats not on the trailer at the moments but I’m pretty sure last time in measured was about 26’
@@SaltyStrikes If the boat is on the trailer how long is the whole package?
Is there a 5 gallon bucket storage?
Enjoyit2005 ... only if you make one or for go the porta potty and put one in the head. Plenty of room in there.
What does your boat run for top speed?
Cody Westfall .. not sure about top speed but the fastest I’ve ever had it was 42 mph, probably not much more than that.
The steering wheel mounted in the center of the console isn't ergonomic.
.. not sure Robalo’s thinking behind that, I believe it was for more head room in the Head.
I like a lot of what you did..But I dont have the balls to start cutting and drilling into a brand new 70,000 boat..LOL
… I didn’t just start cutting and drilling before investigating. Shoved a camera in some nook and crannies to get an idea first.
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Biden would be proud of ummm uhhh this video.