Advice on Ranger 1850 LS build

[Bri]

I am purchasing a Ranger 1850 LS. I would appreciate advice of other owners so I equip it correctly. Thank you for your thoughts and ideas.

2014 1850 LS
Mist option
Family fun pack
-ski tow
-front deck pad
-Stand up top. ( gray)
-boat buckle tie downs (attached to trailer)
-raptor wheel upgrade
Boat cover-
Keel protector
*Light package
*Tilt Hydraulic steering
*44” Rear handrails
*Engine hood cover
*Rear deck pad.
*Hydraulic seat (driver only)
*3 bank charger
*Bike seat. bow
*Remote drain plug
Hummingbird 788 HD at console
Hummingbird 858 bow
Ethernet cable.65.00

Windshield connector side and back

[AsylumPoint]

Replied to your PM

[DD73]

On my 1860 I got the auto bilge, very much worth it in my opinion. Also got the compartment/livewell package, that's just ok. I could have gotten by without it, but don't do a ton of night fishing. One option I would do if I could do it again is the ranger (full) ladder on the back.

[AsylumPoint]

Yeah got compartment light package also on the 1850ls. Disappointed to find it only lights the two storage areas in the rear. Does not have any lighting for the floor rod storage and bow storage

[PitchinJigs]

Maybe add the Center Rod Box Tube Insert for more rod storage in the floor.

[Not Retired Yet]

Sounds like you have a great set up coming your way.

I put the trailer parking brake on my 2050 and really like it. I still block the wheels on hills, but it really works well to keep the trailer from rolling around.

Added after the boat got to the dealer front rails. I was able to position them farther to the front were they worked best with rod holders for me.

Ditto on the center rod box tubes, but we only fish and do not need the ski storage.

[bob1]

What trolling motor did you go with? Kicker?

[TJL009]

what motor? If merc, get the smartcraft guage(s) or mercmonitor.

[James Morris]

I'd take a close look at the remote drain plug - I'm not a big fan after seeing the assembly on my friend's 2014 620. The seal doesn't seem tight and he could open his from the outside with a pinky fingernail.

He replaced his with a conventional drain plug setup before ever launching the boat.

[bleppek]

Originally Posted by AsylumPoint

Yeah got compartment light package also on the 1850ls. Disappointed to find it only lights the two storage areas in the rear. Does not have any lighting for the floor rod storage and bow storage

I ordered both light packages available in my 2014ls and I have LED lighting in the rod storage locker, bow port side storage locker, glove box, tackle tray holder under glove box, large live well, one light below each stern fold down seat, and lights by the driver and passenger leg area. I'm not sure about the under stern seat storage area on mine. I would have to take a look to confirm. I'm also not sure what lights, if any, Ranger includes if you don't order either of these.