Carolina Skiff 162 JLS 1 Year Review

[@joebrooks6288]

Really enjoyed your one year review!! I have a JLS192 which I use mostly for Georgia lakes. Have been fighting balance issues and an now trying self-leveling trim tabs. Thanks for the great info.

[@ronanheffernan457]

Awesome video man! I got my 162 from waylen too! Planning on taking it to 9 mile on Monday because it’s going to be glass calm.

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

I am heading offshore Monday as well. Catch em up! Tight lines 🎣

[@ronanheffernan457]

@@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing what are you going to try to go for? I want to troll for kings but I don’t know if they’re still up here.

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

I am heading a bit further out targeting wahoo and Tuna. I might try a little bottom fishing as well.

[@ronanheffernan457]

@ in the 162?? How far out are you going?

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

No. I sold my 162 to my brother. I bought a bigger boat so I could reach out a little further. I also have some big plans for my channel that require a bigger boat. I have a walk through video showing the new boat on my channel.

[@StripedTurkey]

Awesome video and boat! I fished out of a Boston Whaler Montauk 17 for over 30 years and for the most part loved it. I fished the N.Y. south shore ocean inlets, Montauk near shore and the Long Island Sound and the boat never failed me but if I was to purchase a new boat yours would be the one I’d go with! Your boat is laid out perfectly for the striped bass fishing I did. Unfortunately retirement moved me to a land locked location and the ownership of a boat is in my past 😔. Thank you for the salt water fix your videos provide, and good luck with your CS Skiff going forward!

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thank you very much for watching and the kind comments. I pick my boat up from its annual service on Thursday, and weather permitting, I will post another fishing video soon🫰 Tight lines 🤙 🎣

[@leroymorris6036]

the float level is amazing, thank you...

[@Tradhunter]

Wow that’s a nice boat. Your my hero on boat detail. You have have Swiss Army knife of boats. Nice video 👍

[@prentissmac3307]

Hello!!! Beautiful boat!!!! Very informative video! May I ask where I get that flooring kit from? That added a NICE touch to the boat

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thank you, I had it measured and installed by Cast Away Customs. They should have a template since they did mine if you have the same boat. Maybe save you the cost of the measure and install. I added a link below to a before and after on my boat kzbin.info/www/bejne/h2rOh5tmfbqeirs Tight lines 🤙 🎣

[@brunocauin]

Great video man! I appreciate the review. Awesome little boat. Now I want one!

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thank you 👍

[@davido6880]

I enjoyed your reviews. I think after 6 months with using the freedom boat club vessels I prefer it over owning a boat. I’m not sure about maintenance, cleaning or replacing items especially the trailer. It also seems cheaper to use their boats. Just pick it up and drop it off.

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

That is an interesting take. I would like to cost it out. You may be on to something. I do like being able to go anytime and at the last minute, especially with my schedule

[@americanfilipino8847]

Holy crap, 20 miles?!? I have a JLS 178 and I'm terrified to go outside of the jetties at mayport. Granted I'm still young at boating, maybe 1 day I'll test the waters nearshore. For now, I'll stick to inshore fishing and bridges. 😁

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

100 % weather dependent. It was an unusually perfect weather day. It was literally a lake out there that day. That being said, the hull design lends itself to fair weather near shore fishing very well. Thanks for watching and your comments Tight lines 🤙 🎣

[@PhilipReinhart]

I've had my 192 20 miles out of crystal river, you have to pick your days to your experience level. But I will say. These boats are the cheapest boat that can fish the areas they can fish.

[@tombrown7577]

You still have it looking like new! I always had my boat looking like that too. Always gave it a good bath after every use and opened up all the hatches to air dry before putting it away. I did use marine wax on my gelcoat. I am wishing I would have kept my last boat after selling it 10 years ago. The price of new boats today is downright ridiculous. Even used boats that are 10 to 15 years old are selling more than what I paid for my last Ranger Ghost 168 with a 90 yamaha brand new!

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thanks Tom, I really appreciate that. It is my experience that it is far easier and cost-effective to keep things up from the start rather than play catch up later. That is especially true in a saltwater marine environment. I plan on keeping this boat for a very long time. Tight lines 🤙 🎣

[@joescit]

great video...i have been seeing a few youtubers drilling into their aft bottoms and draining water....do you have any concerns or info on that?...would like to know your viewpoint...tyhnx

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

I saw some of those videos as well. I don't recall seeing one with the JLS model. I have not had that issue so far 🤞. There are alot of Carolina Skiffs out there and many are used for commercial fishing, crabbing, etc. I don't forsee any issues but I will certainly keep an eye on it.

[@artat777]

That’s a great looking boat. I’m new to boating and I’ve been looking to get either a gheenoe or a CS as my first boat. I’ve been looking at used boats and I would probably buy a new Suzuki motor for it because I hear hands down they are probably the best way to go. What are your thoughts on getting my first boat.

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

I have been very happy with my Carolina Skiff. I have also been very impressed by the 90 hp Suzuki. It sips fuel. I can cruise at 27 mph in fair conditions and get 7+ mpg. Obviously less favorable conditions and faster speed can affect that number but overall even on bad days I can avg 5gph. A gheenoe would be a good choice as well. Especially in real skinny water. It really depends on what you want to do with the boat. I feel like the Carolina Skiff will be a more versatile boat. I have had it in 6" of water and 20 miles offshore. I hope I was able to help a little. Tight lines 🎣

[@moblack5883]

I enjoyed mine while I had it. Things I wished they changed : putting the fuel tank under the console so the boat rides even, wished it had more deck space, and also wider width. Overall its a nice boat and can get you where you want to go.

[@bassiclogic]

Great boat!

[@i.b.fishing4087]

Hey Shawn! Curious if you have any videos on your trolling motor install. I’m curious on how you mounted it to the bow and your battery set up/wiring. I own a 178jls and will be installing soon. Any help is greatly appreciated! Tight lines!

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Hi, I am sorry, I do not have any videos of the trolling motor install. I just sold my 162 JLS to my brother or I would go take some video for you. I am moving up to a 22' boat due to be finished by the end of the month. (That is why there hasn't been any recent video) I had the trolling motor on the 162 rigged at the dealership. It was mounted with a quick release mount. It plugged into the factory outlet at the bow. That ran back to Two batteries (24V system) located next to my starter battery in the center console. I know that isn't much but I hope it helps. Tight lines 🎣

[@lawrenceciaburri8029]

Boat looks great. I have a 2021 and I love it. I took all my Chrome off and sandblasted at all and powder coated it glossy black. Eliminate the problem with the hinges. I have a question where did you get your pedestal seat? Thank you enjoy your boat.

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Hi Lawrence, Thank you! 👍 I ordered the seat from the evil empire (Amazon) Wise 8WD112BP Series Pro Casting Deck Seat a.co/d/3ALRX5w and picked up the pedestal at Cabellas. Tight lines 🤙 🎣

[@rickfitzgerald550]

Just found ur review. I am looking at same boat. Was that the Vilano boat ramp? I live in st Augie to.

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Hi Rick, Yes sir, that was the Vilano boat ramp.

[@rickfitzgerald550]

@@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing

[@rickfitzgerald550]

Hey there again. I went today to Whelan and priced out the exact boat u got. My question for U. I am a noob to boating. Would u consider meeting me for a cup of coffee so I could chew ur ear off. Thx. @@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing

[@rickfitzgerald550]

Hey there. Got a question for U. I went today to Whelan and priced out the exact boat u have. I am a noob to boating. Would u consider meeting me for lunch or coffee so I could chew ur ear. Thx@@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Hi Rick, I would love to meet up and talk boats. My work schedule is very hectic until the end of the month. You notice there have been no new videos recently 🙁 We can meet sometime around the end of the month if that works for you.

[@rorycompton8138]

I may have missed it, but how is it in chop?

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Hi Rory, It handles chop very well especially for a 16' boat. I copied a few links to videos showing some examples. I hope this helps. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6C8mp2motWCh5I kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5uap2hvnM5go7c kzbin.info/www/bejne/p5PLgHarr8Z6aq8 Tight lines 🎣

[@zzzzzz1794]

Did you apply the ceramic coat yourself? If so, what brand did you use? It looks great. Especially after a year in the salt water.

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Yes, I will be posting a video soon showing start to finish how I care for my boat after a day on the water. Tight lines 🎣

[@AJay-xd4zc]

What is the name of the color of your seadek?

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Moca/Black Teak Pattern

[@AJay-xd4zc]

Thank you. It looks really good.

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thank you!

[@karussell58]

What pedestal and casting seat did you get and where did you get them. I have a JLS178 that I love and would like to add a casting seat like you did.

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

I purchased the pedestal from Gander Mountain and the seat from Amazon www.amazon.com/dp/B001AXKMBI?ref_=cm_sw_r_apan_dp_WEYNTV81SYSHN1XCS0D7 I used the swivel base from the original front sear and it bolts up perfectly. Tight lines 🤙 🎣

[@timmcquerry6068]

Do you find yourself "trimming the tabs" much in all around use? Im just wanderings if fixed tabs would be sufficient?

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

I prefer to be able to adjust my trim. It allows me to adjust for sea conditions and weight distribution. I also use my tabs to lean the hull away from a strong quartering or crosswind as it helps reduce the amount of wind spray into the boat.

[@timmcquerry6068]

Thanks for the insight 👍!

[@lawrenceciaburri8029]

Hello my friend from Saint Augustine that seat did you have to order the pedestal as well or did you just need to seat and that would bolt right up to the existing? Thank you very much.

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Just the seat and the pedestal. Took the swivel off the front seat and it bolted right up.

[@jwsullivan2]

I am looking at a 192 jls and this video was very helpful. But I can’t find an answer to my most important question, maybe you can help me!! Do these boats seriously draft 6inches??? I need something that does and can hold 4 guys. And I haven’t found anyone to confirm the draft that carolina skiff advertises. Let me know if that’s accurate, close, or complete malarky

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

My 162 JLS drafts approximately 6". The hull will go shallower than my lower unit without touching bottom. That being said, I that is just me in the boat and I have to idle carefully out to deeper water. My boat is aft heavy and squats noticeably if I am heavy handed on the throttle. I can't speake for the 192 as I haven't rode on one. I hope my experience is helpful. Tight lines 🤙 🎣

[@stevejang6584]

Wow~

[@lawrenceciaburri8029]

Hello I got a question I've done a lot of work to my Carolina Skiff 162 JLS as well as you've done the question I have what do you do with the rod holders along the gunnel. Because the cockpit is only 6 ft 5 in a 7ft rod will not even fit onto them rod holders. Reason why I'm asking this question because I was going to change them rod holders and put some modern ones up there. And I found out that the cockpit is only 66 and a half feet long so my 7ft rides will not work the question I'm asking you what do you use them for I'm taking them completely out and having all my gelcoat 24 screw holes gel coated and have it all flushed cuz I have I have no use for that if you can't put your rod holders in there what do you think Neff Carolina Skiff they didn't do the design on a lot of their boats excellent there's some flaws?

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

I use mine to store my net, gaffe, deck brush and my bottom/trolling rods (they are short enough to fit). You are right however, all of my other rods go in the vertical rod holders on the center console.

[@ojabog]

Find it weird that boat has max passenger weight is under 600lbs, but my kayak is 650lbs. How is that possible.

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

It's still a 16' boat with a liner, 2 bait wells, 3 batteries, trolling motor, 90hp motor, 20gal fuel tank etc. Not really apples to apples. Not sure how much passenger weight would be left if all that was added to a kayak.

[@wendellbirch8174]

Hello, I'm looking at a LS19. Do you guy's get water in the boat from the suppers drains ?

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

The 162 JLS drains to the bilge. I am unsure of how the 19LS is set up.

[@edott9371]

Don't lose a seat cushion on brake a hinge on a seat good luck in finding parts hope I don't back anything else Caroline dealers are no help

[@NorthFloridaSaltwaterFishing]

Thank you for your comment. Fortunately, I haven't had to source any dealer only parts up to now, so I can't speak to Carolina Skiff's service. The hinges on my 162 JLS are GemLux so they are readily available elsewhere. I replced my front pedestal with an aftermarket adjustable leaning seat. If my rear breaks, I have the old front as a backup. 🤞 Tight lines 🤙 🎣