Looking to buy 1800 Tyee

[sigpilocal]

Hey there, mostly a lurker till this point, but looking to get some input.

After comparing models, costs and options I think I have settled on an 1800 Tyee. I'm curious if anyone here has this set up with either a 150 4S or the 175 L4 Verado. Trying to decide if the performance/digital throttle is worth the upcharge.

Any feedback/opinions appreciated.

[Scott C]

I cant speak about the 1800 tyee, but I love the digital throttle on my verado.

[sigpilocal]

Thanks for the feedback Scott, I'm a techy and think I would be disappointed if I didn't have the digital throttle. Glad to hear you enjoy it.

[BCTyee]

I have one with the Verado. Bought new this spring. Digital throttle...I like it I guess. Pretty touchy and took a little getting used to. Was warned about it by the dealer. Have to be careful that when in gear the lightest brush against it will change your speed rapidly! Eliminates having to pop it in gear to avoid grinding. And I have learned to brace my throttle hand against the gunnel to keep waves from causing accidental speed changes. Not sure if this was what you were asking.

[cornwood611]

I have a 2015 1800 w/150 merc 4s. No complaints from me on power level, can do 47-48gps loaded with 3 adults.

The only complaint I have withe the set up is w/ the vengeance prop I get porpusing when I trim up any amount and less than 5000 rpm. It makes it difficult to get the bow up when working through choppy water

[sigpilocal]

Originally Posted by BCTyee

I have one with the Verado. Bought new this spring. Digital throttle...I like it I guess. Pretty touchy and took a little getting used to. Was warned about it by the dealer. Have to be careful that when in gear the lightest brush against it will change your speed rapidly! Eliminates having to pop it in gear to avoid grinding. And I have learned to brace my throttle hand against the gunnel to keep waves from causing accidental speed changes. Not sure if this was what you were asking.

That's something I would have never thought about, thanks for bringing it up!

[brycer]

Originally Posted by BCTyee

I have one with the Verado. Bought new this spring. Digital throttle...I like it I guess. Pretty touchy and took a little getting used to. Was warned about it by the dealer. Have to be careful that when in gear the lightest brush against it will change your speed rapidly! Eliminates having to pop it in gear to avoid grinding. And I have learned to brace my throttle hand against the gunnel to keep waves from causing accidental speed changes. Not sure if this was what you were asking.

There is a tension adjust in them so you don't have such a light throttle push if so desired.
http://www.veradoclub.com/index.php?topic=7269.0

[BCTyee]

Good tip. Thanks. If I were on the rough stuff all the time, I would consider tightening it up some. As it is, I got used to it pretty quick and I think most other people will too. For the OP, as far as speed on the Verado, I am getting 52 with the stock aluminum prop. Didn't see much change with more people in it, just a longer hole shot.