Aluminum Tiller Fishing Boat Walk-Through | 1650 Lund Rebel

[@FishingThePNW]

Now we need more videos of Keys just smashing fish from this boat!

[@Wired2Fish]

Stay tuned, my dude-

[@citydogpack]

Man I wish I had that boat. Congrats! Can’t wait to watch your videos from that boat

[@Wired2Fish]

Keep an eye out! Thanks for watching-

[@schlueter67]

I have a 1993 Lund Pro V 1660 tiller. I dont have a trolling motor on the rear yet but I installed the new Ghost trolling motor at the bow. I run my boat on big water like Mille Lacs and also smaller bodies. The deep V keeps me dry. The small lakes that I like don't allow gas engines. The Ghost pushes me 5 mph when needed. I installed a recessed pan for the foot pedal which I recommend. The pan incorporates a cup holder and 3 slots for tools like pliers, forceps, and scissors. I run the ghost on 36v. I installed 3 AGM's and a 4 bank charger in the front storage compartments. I use a Lowrance at the bow and rear console because I like to touch a spot on the map screen and command the trolling motor to that spot with a simple touch. I'm installing the Active Target transducer before opener. I also like the Mega imaging of the Helix so I have an SI unit next to my lowrance at my rear console. I do all of my mapping with Navionics on my phone. Because I have 3 mapping systems I was able to compare. I use smartstrike on my bird to find new spots. I use the map on my lowrance to tell my trolling motor where to go. But I use the Navionics for all navigating on the water. This way I'm not wasting valuable screen space and I can keep SI and Active Images full screen.

[@douglasspickler4925]

You have yourself a very nice boat. You should be very proud of your purchase. You have done a excellent job on how you set the boat up and the accessories you have on it. A perfect fishing machine. Good fishing to all. Take care.

[@Wired2Fish]

Thank you, Douglas. I am quite proud. Love fishing outta this thing- Good fishing to you! Thanks again for watching and commenting. -McKeon

[@davidhenderson1738]

Super nice rig! Thanks for the video.

[@Wired2Fish]

Thank you! I've really been enjoying it. Appreciate you watching and commenting-

[@TeamJesusOutdoors]

Nothing beats a tiller for the ultimate in versatility! I run a pair of Crestliners, both are tillers, an 1850 Pro Tiller and a 14 Kodiak

[@Wired2Fish]

💪🏼 Awesome-

[@irod7]

Awesome 👏 I plan on picking one up thanks waiting on the kayak content to drop

[@Wired2Fish]

There will be more from the yak this year for sure!! And this rig! Thanks for watching-

[@benczarnecki9406]

Love the boat congratulations on a great purchase! I have an alumacraft escape 165 tiller that’s very similar to this and it is incredible! I can fish so many small lakes you could not get a bigger boat on to and the fish ability is still amazing, good luck this season 🎣

[@Wired2Fish]

Good luck to you, Ben!

[@LowBrowFishing]

I really like that boat. Sometimes you just gotta do you. It doesn't have to be the highest end water Ferrari, it just has to work for what you need it to do. Some people might call your boat 'unconventional', I would call it 'user friendly'. Shoot, my boat is a restored 1997 Bass Buggy pontoon with a few extras added in and she's exactly what I need.

[@Wired2Fish]

Exactly right, LowBrow Fishing. Thanks for watching- That Bass Buggy sounds like a fun time!

[@wiscowalleye7954]

Love that little boat. I miss my little 15ft tiller.

[@Wired2Fish]

Thanks for checking it out! Good boats for those gem lakes-

[@hammer9856]

Looks like one sweet ride... tight lines.

[@Wired2Fish]

Thanks Hammer, she’s a beaut.

[@Zach-K7FC]

Great video. Currently saving to transition from kayak to boat. The 16' tiller looks like a great option. I would like all the deck space the tiller offers.

[@batgele2796]

great video walk through, thanks for sharing. one note on the charger- from what i know about the 345pc line - they are not optimized for lithium batteries which require higher charging voltage and have different top and disconnect voltage. This charger will charge a lithium battery but it will not charge completely because it’s designed for agm/lead acid batteries which max out at a lower voltage when fully charged.

[@Wired2Fish]

Actually the latest models of precision chargers do have settings for lithium amperage. www.minnkotamotors.com/news/article/next-generation-precision-chargers-optimized-lithium-marine-batteries

[@batgele2796]

that’s the new line not what was in this boat (minnkota MK 345 PC) which only has options for agm, flooded or gel. the new line MK XX PCL does have the charge cycle for lithium.

[@batgele2796]

i’ve been trying to get a new 5-bank MK 550 PCL for that reason but they are on back order everywhere

[@tomstarcevich1147]

nice boat can't go wrong with a lund I've had my 1700 lund fisherman for 27 yrs still looks brand new and fishes great 🐟👍 the only thing I do is upgrade my electronics and trolling motor

[@Wired2Fish]

Exactly. Before I decided to buy new I was really looking for an early 2000s Explorer!

[@kenbrown5449]

Nice Lund and one of the very best product videos I've seen on this model. Looking forward to some fishing vids out of this craft. Good Luck!

[@lightningmusky5286]

Good boat for high gas prices! I have 1675 Alumacraft dominator and it’s perfect for what I do.

[@Wired2Fish]

Totally agree

[@andrewphoa2004]

"Little Garage"?... would like to see your idea of a big garage! Very nice boat!

[@Wired2Fish]

Haha! Where we were filming was somebody’s shop. Certainly not my garage!

[@pittsburghangler]

Beautiful boat.

[@Wired2Fish]

Thanks man- I'm pretty proud of it. -McKeon

[@TooLucky406]

Sweet setup man!.... but I think you went over the top with the cup holder! 😉

[@Wired2Fish]

Haha glad you caught the bit of sarcasm! ..but no really I depend on that thing.

[@haciendadad]

I am in the market for a boat, but I've been torn on which way to go. I know Lund is the best boat for my needs because I only fish lakes but these style of boats aren't as cool and the other styles, but after seeing your setup, I'm going to copy it exactly the way you set yours up. I wish you would have posted a list, or maybe in a future video? I wasn't sure of the exact models you were mentioning and some of the motors were a great idea, but I don't the brand, other than Minn Kota and I am not sure the brand and model of the tiller. Anyways, thanks for this video! I am envious on your setup.

[@ryandrew6119]

Love the setup! How many rods can you fit into the rod lockers?

[@gooost]

Wow. Love the boat and your passion!

[@vitonaidicius1978]

Nice setup ! Looking to go with a 60 hp tiller setup on my boat and was wondering when running at 3/4 throttle

[@scottstalker5114]

I read in the comments that your boat's electronics were professionally installed. Do you happen to know the brand and model of the console in the stern that houses the electronics?

[@terryhawes2024]

Great video! I just picked up a new 1775 pro guide, and have the same console as that. I'm wondering how you mounted the ram balls, and where you ran the wires to your units? I have a single helix 10, and I'm trying to figure if I need extra support under the tray, and where to make a hole for the wiring. Thanks!

[@Wired2Fish]

I had my boat professionally rigged for clean installation by Andy at Fish Lectronics in Nisswa/Pequot Lakes, MN. I have the two HELIX 10's mounted and the console supports them fine. The RAM ball bases just bolt into the console. You'll have to drill holes for the appropriate bolts. For the console, there are pre drilled ports underneath that lead to the battery compartment in the stern. Thanks for watching the video, Terry! Enjoy your boat!

[@terryhawes2024]

@@Wired2Fish thanks for the quick reply! Is it pretty sturdy with the weight of the two units? Thanks!

[@Wired2Fish]

Have not had any issues even running rough water.

[@antoniopedromolinari]

How fast does it go with this SS blade? Nice video!

[@TheDRAGONXREBORN]

When mounting the Helix units did you just drill through the top of the console and then run the power through the side wall and to the cranking battery? I just bought the same boat and am going to mount my own units but was not sure if getting water through the top would be a issue if drill through the top of the console.

[@Wired2Fish]

No issue there! Just bolt it to the top of the console with whatever bracket you choose.

[@TheDRAGONXREBORN]

@@Wired2Fish bought a ram mount. Did you have to punch a hole into the battery compartment?

[@vitonaidicius1978]

Beautiful setup ! I’m looking to run a 60 hp tiller on my boat and was wondering when running at 1/2 , 3/4 or full throttle , how is the steering ? Is it manageable , is there a lot of torque on the engine making the steering hard to handle ?

[@Wired2Fish]

Hey Vito. Steering depends on a few factors. First of all, there is a tension lever on this particular motor that will either lock the motor in place or make it very loose. I've found that if I find the sweet spot when trimming the motor it will also bite down hard and lock in place which makes for very controlled handling. So really you can make it as tight or loose as you want and I wouldn't say there is too much torque. Gets up on pad nice and easy and then off you go. Trim the motor according to how weighed down your boat is or what the wind and waves are doing.

[@vitonaidicius1978]

@@Wired2Fish Thanks for the reply , that is great to know ! Really appreciate it !

[@chriscarmody6353]

What size battery is that you are using for your trolling motor. I’m thinking about getting the same boat

[@Wired2Fish]

I use two 12v 54Ah Dakota lithium batteries for my 24v system. It’s nice cause they both fit in the one battery compartment up in the bow.

[@horaiyo]

@@Wired2Fish The two 54s power both the TM and the graphs? How many hours of run time do you get on that setup?

[@TheCraftyAngler777]

What's the difference between the rebel and the angler 1650?

[@Wired2Fish]

The Rebel is a bigger and heavier boat overall. The Rebel has wider storage on the gunnels, along with a wider beam. The Angler is a little smaller and lighter boat in general.

[@RichardMansfield-mo6gw]

Para un bote pequeño y es el mejor motor eléctrico que e tenido muy poderoso y ahorra mucha energía le doy un 10 de 10.

[@trustno1342]

Hello long time viewer first time commenter Kind of off subject from the above video but, Can you guys do a video about the pros/cons of a "hotfoot" vs traditional throttle control? I have ran boats rigged with both systems but it would be good to hear what the professionals have to say about the benefits of either system

[@schlueter67]

The hot foot is safer because it allows you to have 2 hands on the wheel.

[@BigRick2Trays]

What's your top speed?

[@basschaser9356]

Did you consider the renegade? That’s the boat I want to buy

[@Wired2Fish]

Yeah! I have fished out of that boat quite a bit. Had a lot of fun in it but wanted the versatility of a tiller.

[@Wired2Fish]

Hi Sunny, I'll let McKeon address your question from his vantage point (Ryan here), but we've run the Renegade at Wired2fish for several seasons, and it's an excellent boat. Tons of storage, stability, and a shallow draft for skinny water. We produced the most recent Lund Renegade walk-through video (they had a solid rework for this latest model): kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHjbZIdui9JjppY

[@johngeissel5021]

I purchased this model in june and to my surprise the storage compartments are not water tight. I am totlly disapointed with what i thought Lund had a great reputation. Not,looking for a better quality boat

[@midwestrailroader5793]

Have you ever used it in rivers? Looking for a versatile boat for both lakes and the Mississippi River

[@Wired2Fish]

Not the best for running sand bars and super shallow but I have certainly fished the Mississippi River with it.

[@midwestrailroader5793]

@@Wired2Fish appreciate the response! Just trying to figure out what to get into that I can use on the river and also go to lakes as well. So many options!

[@tonyhieunguyen350]

What size prop he running

[@Wired2Fish]

I believe that is a 13 pitch, 11 1/8?

[@tonyhieunguyen350]

@@Wired2Fish thank you

[@Mujib002]

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