Explorer 1800 SS

[MNUser]

Anybody have one of these boats? What can you tell me about it? I'm looking at getting one with a Yamaha F115......I really appreciate your thoughts.

Thanks!

[KellyB]

Posted same question a month or so ago on FTL's board and did not get much response. I haven't pulled the trigger yet but it's in the works. Just need to figure out how to get it in the garage! (This boat has a 95" beam!) Haven't decided on motor yet, everybody tells me to max it out or I'll be sorry. I believe it's rated for a 140hp. Was in a buddies Mr Pike 17 last week with the 135 OPTI and that thing gets out of the way in a hurry (topped out @ 55mph w/3 guys according to the gps)but I've heard bad things about the Mercs. For what it's worth my minds made up on the boat just the motor in question. Good Luck!

[MNUser]

Yea....I have decided to wait for awhile. I have a 2001 Explorer 1675 with a 90 HP Merc. I really like the 1675. It is a very stable boat and handles well. I was going to order a 1800 last week but the motor situation confuses me. I'm not sure if the F115 will be enough.....I know I don't want to buy a kicker too. I spoke with a guy who has the 1800 with a F115 and yet his only regret is not getting a bigger motor. The F115 pushes the boat at 42 accordingly to the GPS. It would be a very nice rig. I found that boat with the F115 and a Spartan trailer for 17,300........I'm waiting too see some of these on the water next summer and see what others have done.

Good luck!!!!

[ILSTECH]

i want one, too!!! just won't fit in garage. boo hoo.