SIMPLE Boat And Trailer Maintenance You Can Do! (SAVE TIME AND MONEY)

Boats and trailers are very simple to work on! You can do this! Today we're doing everything from changing the oil on a Yamaha SHO 250 Outboard motor, to inspecting lower unit seals, trailer bearings and seals, electronics updates, and general boat/trailer maintenance.

Stop paying someone else to do these easy jobs! Working on boats ins't as difficult as you may think, and it saves a ton of time and money. Sure, big jobs require mechanics and specialized tools, but you can avoid a lot of those issues by regularly following these simple tips.

Below you'll find links to the specialized tools we used to do this work. Many of the tools need to be sourced locally, but the specialty tools are available at Tackle Warehouse. If you enjoyed this style of video, let us know, and we'll be sure to do more!

TOOLS AVAILABLE AT TACKLE WAREHOUSE...

•Rite Hite Prop Wrench: https://bit.ly/4cnhUVK

•TH Marine Prop Master Propeller Stop: https://bit.ly/2P1N64L

MOTOR ACCESSORIES AT TACKLE WAREHOUSE...

•DD26 Mean Hydraulic Steering Locks: https://bit.ly/3WMAfWe

•DD26 Mean Yamaha Motor Mount: https://bit.ly/36kx6qN

•Atwood Fuel Primer Ball (For Older Motors): https://bit.ly/3YJASCG

YAMAHA MOTOR AND OIL CHANGE PARTS (DIRECT FROM YAMAHA)...

•Yamaha VMAX SHO Outboard: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0

•Yamaha Engine Oil, Lube, Maintenance: https://bit.ly/4cqHSaX

OIL EXTRACTION PUMP...

•12V Oil Extractor Pump: Source Locally (Typically $20–$30)

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Matt's New Boat! Full Tour + Tackle, Electronics, and Storage Tips!

Come take a look inside Matt's brand new boat! Let's look under the locker lids at how he stores his tackle and what he's really fishing with! We know people are curious about the new Skeeter so today Matt is giving a full tour of the boat, a breakdown of why he picked the Skeeter FXR21, and the mindset behind how he lays out a boat for proper boat handling and tackle organization.

We're so excited about this new boat! From the brand new Yamaha SHO outboard, to the Dakota Lithiums with giant capacities, this boat is built to handle everything we can throw at it! After decades of fishing out of every kind of used boat imaginable, this is the first new bass boat he's designed from the ground up. As Matt opens up his new boat and explains his layout, pay close attention to the tackle that he carries on board the bass boat and how he organizes it to create a stabile driving and fishing platform. From boat balance to bait management, there is a lot to consider when loading your boat!

Below you'll find links to everything Matt discussed in the video. From a break down of the Electronics, to the key tackle storage solutions, its all there. All the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item.

THE BOAT...

•2022 Skeeter FXR21: https://bit.ly/43GvGQh

••This Link Goes To The Skeeter Boats Website••

•Yamama SHO 250 Outboard: https://bit.ly/3xolFv0

••This Links Goes To The Yamaha Outboards Website••

THE ELECTRONICS...

•Humminbird Apex 13: https://bit.ly/3pdaK1q

TROLLING MOTOR AND ACCESSORIES...

•Minn Kota Ultrex Quest Mega DI/SI Trolling Motor: https://bit.ly/41RErpY

•Humminbird Mega Live Target Lock With Tranducer: https://bit.ly/3uWwTmE

•Humminbird 360 Mega Imaging: https://bit.ly/3oUt7oO

•Minn Kota Precision 5 Bank Charger: https://bit.ly/3ynIqMQ

•Minn Kota 10' Raptors: https://bit.ly/3iMUrEJ

•Megaware 8' Keel Guard: http://bit.ly/2N5p36m

BATTERIES...

•Dakota Lithium Trolling Motor Batteries: https://bit.ly/3PMIlLV

Preferred Trolling Motor Size: 12V 100AH

CUSTOM MOUNTS, WIRING, AND RIGGING...

•Hennessey Outdoor Electronics Website: https://bit.ly/3kX87kA

••This link goes directly to the Hennessey Website••

Hennessey Component List...

•HOE Harness (Bow and Single Console)

•HOE Triple Slide Mount

•HOE Solix/Apex Gimble Bracket HD

•HOE Solix/Apex Aluminum Knobs

•HOE Trolling Motor Punch Pad

•HOE JackPlate Transducer Mount

BASS BOAT HARD BAIT/HOOK STORAGE...

•Plano Edge 3700 Deep: https://bit.ly/3dbdbby

•Plano Edge 3700 Thin: https://bit.ly/2VX5eAL

•Plano Edge Line Box: https://bit.ly/3TXTdJq

•Buzbe Fast Flatz Half Large (Spinnerbaits): https://bit.ly/3Tu2yac

SOFT BAIT STORAGE...

•Buzbe Quick Qubes (Soft Baits): https://bit.ly/3TnKHl7

Sizes: Medium, Medium Deep, Large, Large Deep

•Buzbe Quick Qube Breeze: https://bit.ly/43ILiTG

Sizes: Medium Deep, Large Deep

•SPRO Mesh Camo Bag: https://bit.ly/3gZvpDN

Size: Large

ROD SLEEVES...

•The Rod Glove XL (A–Rigs): http://bit.ly/2GFOT9R

•The Rod Glove Dips: https://bit.ly/3yPQfLI

TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES...

•Rapala Mag Spring Pliers: https://bit.ly/3xJFwTu

•Rapala Elite Scissors: https://bit.ly/35KSp3O

•Rapala Precision Line Scissors: https://bit.ly/3ZWEe36

•TT Executive Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0

•Flow Rite Remote Drain Plug: https://bit.ly/32JEuoA

•Loc-R-Bar Alarm System: https://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

•Peregrine 250 Screen Cleaner: https://bit.ly/2wJgRP1

TACTICALBASSIN LURE DESIGNS (AND APPAREL)

We have a variety of custom lure designs and apparel available! Everything from Swimbaits and crankbaits, to hats and hoodies! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Lure Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

New Boat For 2021!! Aluminum Jet Boat!

Let's go exploring! This aluminum boat has been Matt's dream for 3 years! While fast bass boats and advanced technologies are important parts of bass fishing, there is something to be said for a basic aluminum that can run in skinny water, away from the crowds. Come along as Matt shows his new (used) aluminum boat and talks about where TacticalBassin is headed in 2021!

The boat is a War Eagle 1754 With a Yamaha 4 Stroke 70 HP motor. Its going to allow Matt and Tim to explore backwaters, ponds, rivers, and creeks, that could never be explored with the bass boat or even the kayak. They will be able to venture into new areas, reach untouched fish (hopefully) and take you along on all kinds of adventures! Matt is keeping the boat very simple. He's installing a depth finder and a trolling motor so the guys can fish comfortably, but that will be the extent of the technology. 

When its time for advanced videos, the guys will be in their bass boats. When its time to just go fishing and have a good time, they'll be in the aluminum, and when its time to pick apart places that can't be reached by either one, they'll be in the kayaks. 

Below you'll find links to the handful of upgrades Matt is making to the boat, along with some of his favorite tools and equipment that he put into the boat for safety and reliability. All of the links go directly to Tackle Warehouse where you can see detailed photos and descriptions of each item. 

Depth Finder... 

-Humminbird Helix 7 G3: http://bit.ly/2SoFl8a

Trolling Motor... 

-Minn Kota Ultrex 80 lb: http://bit.ly/2NPTY6c

Life Jackets... 

-Mustang Survival Elite Inflatable PFD: http://bit.ly/2odXXIP

Tools... 

-Rapala Long Reach Pliers: https://bit.ly/2MpUBEr

-Gerber Neat Freak Braid Scissors: https://bit.ly/2JyvFJI

-Texas Tackle Split Ring Pliers: http://bit.ly/2fT4Qw0

Want TacticalBassin Apparel?  

We have a variety of apparel items and custom lure designs available! Everything from hats, to hoodies, to crankbaits! Its all available direct through Tackle Warehouse with fast shipping. See it here... 

TacticalBassin Apparel and Designs: http://bit.ly/38YpPIz

Bass Boat Restoration Complete: Full build with rigging, Rewire, Repower, and Electronics Tour!

The used boat restoration is complete! After nearly 2 years of upgrading wiring, parts, electronics, and motors, both of the Champion 210 Elite bass boat restoration projects are done! Come along for a full boat tour of Tim's and Matt's finished projects as they show you what is possible if you decide to buy a used boat instead of a new boat.

The project began nearly 2 years ago when Tim decided he wanted a larger boat. Shortly thereafter Matt's boat was lost in a crash and he too was searching for a new option. Each chose a used boat instead of jumping into the new boat market. With the high cost of new bass boats the duo looked toward one of the greatest rough water hulls of all time, the Champion 210 Elite. The boats were discontinued around 2008 but the anglers realized that if they could find a pair of boats in great shape that the money they'd saved would allow them to build two truly incredible fishing machines, complete with every part and component they'd ever wanted.

The boat Tim located was in near factory condition. Matt's was beautiful outside but needed a bit more work inside. Both boats were about to get a makeover that would make them near unrecognizable to the previous owners! The anglers started from the ground up and filled both boats with state of the art equipment from the money they had saved on the purchase price. Since these projects were done at the same time the anglers researched together and built two virtually identical boats with the best components they could find. Undertaking a project off this size is a commitment but is worth the effort and saves a lot of money over buying new boats. In case this is something you're considering doing or you liked one of the items we installed on our boats, here is the list of upgraded equipment on the boats.

At The Bow...

Trolling Motor- Ultrex 112 MEGA DI I-Pilot: http://bit.ly/2RqrT4v

Trolling Motor Sleeve- Troll Jacket: http://bit.ly/2xBxoVf

Electronics- Humminbird Solix 15 CHIRP G2: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej

Electronics Mount- T-H Marine Wave Tamer: http://bit.ly/2wsJVbA

Electronics- Hydrowave H2 KVD Feeding Stimulator: http://bit.ly/2rcbebU

Electronics- Humminbird 360 Imaging: http://bit.ly/2K8jPl4

Security- Loc-R-Bar: http://bit.ly/2CMF1NP

Talon Wireless Foot Switch: http://bit.ly/2O7zWUE

At The Console...

Hot Foot Throttle: http://bit.ly/2ob4kgO

Main Unit- Humminbird Solix 15 G2: http://bit.ly/2Hazsej

Side Unit- Humminbird Solix 12 G2: http://bit.ly/2AE2YDB

Main Mount- Bass Boat Technologies: Direct From Manufacturer

Side Mount- BalzOut Mount w/ 6" arm: http://bit.ly/2HnxLtu

At The Stern...

Anchors- Talon 15' Shallow Water Anchors: http://bit.ly/2F0QBSP

Jack Plate- Atlas Hydraulic 12": http://bit.ly/2QpkCkS

Remote Drain Plug System: http://bit.ly/2jkZqjS

Battery Charger- Minn Kota Precision: http://bit.ly/2vcrbjA

Additional Equipment…

Battery- Odyssey PC 2150M

Power Switch- Perko Battery Disconnect

Motor- 2018 Yamaha VMAX SHO 250