I Bought ANOTHER NEGLECTED Bass Boat on Facebook marketplace!

[@TightlineTV]

HOW MUCH ⬇️

[@codywalker6530]

You paid 4500 for it

[@blvfishing]

5000

[@supacivify]

Id guess 8000, boat prices are nutz

[@SgtSlime365]

3000

[@cooperruberry6065]

7500

[@scottmarshall9655]

If you had low compression across all cylinders. Put some oil in cylinders and try it again rings may be stuck if it's been sitting along time. Most likely you're looking at a full rebuild though.

[@polarbears03]

Guessing listing for 6500 but took it home for 5750. Keep up the good work. Getting ready to take on a project or two like this with my brother-in-law.

[@muskybites505]

Love it! Should we start a group for those of us who spend way to much time on marketplace !?😂😂

[@TightlineTV]

🤣

[@eanderson921]

my guess for the boat is $6200. can’t want to see you bring this boat back to life! I loved the bass cat and am very excited to see another boat restoration series!!

[@uhoh71]

Her family pays for the wedding. You buy the boats, just saying

[@codycampbellfishing2007]

Just like it should be😂

[@stevenleath2540]

Facts ...brides parents pay for the wedding

[@MarkMayhew]

Great idea, crowdsourcing your Marketplace purchases 👍

[@flyhog8574]

Two things on the motor. If it’s sat for a while check the tell tale for blockage. That is usually the first issue. Regardless the impeller needs to be replaced if it’s sat for a couple of years. Based on my manuals compression should be around 90-110 on the optimax. Don’t be surprised if a good systems cleaning and new water pump kit doesn’t do wonders for that outboard. Also it’s best to test compression after your motor has ran for about 5-10 minutes so that it’s warm and everything (piston rings etc) is sealing well. Learned that the hard way and almost sold someone a rebuild when I was starting out. That boat as is in Arkansas goes for 8,500 all day long. So I’ll make that my guess even though you’re farther north.

[@kennethbotkin5779]

You’re gonna love that stratos. I drove 8 hours to pick up my stratos project. Have loved it since

[@jclisch66]

Keep doing this. Such an awesome series.

[@TinyBoatNation]

We got your back!

[@tharris4718]

Put Aquatraction or similar material on the floor in the cockpit area. You have experience replacing seats. I suggest doing a step box in the middle instead of a seat. As mentioned C&O marine is a great place for parts including windshield. Looking forward to watching the progress. As a Stratos owner you have a great rig

[@jeffbaker8883]

Run a stiff wire or weed wacker string up through the pee hose. Sometimes bees or bugs build nests in there and all you need to do is clear it out. Great looking rig. Good luck 👍

[@tranzformedyouthtn]

Yes definitely try this!!!

[@N2theBlue1]

Dirt daubers are a menace with this type of stuff

[@mitchelllenske6067]

Just a heads up I got a 225 merc abs those size motors don’t always pee water with muffs hooked up. They usually need more pressure so if you can just put the motor in the water I’d bet it would pee

[@chrisbruce7594]

Put in a new impeller in it then fix up a gallon jug of sefoam and gas mixture I would start with twice the amount if seafoam the is recommended per gallon and run it through the engine only after you replace the impeller and get it cycling water then just let it idle the gallon of mixture through it then check the compression again. It might just be sticky rings and the seafoam should free them up.. I've gotten 4 engines that were supposed to need rebuilt because of low compression and all 4 come up to 125-135 ans ran like new after a couple of gallon mixtures ran through them. Can't wait to see more about this boat.

[@zacakers7188]

If by chance you have to repower you should look into a partnership with Chris Carson marine and document their process in pulling your powerhead and having them rebuild and installing. I believe using them and doing labor yourself will save thousands of $$. I had to pull my powerhead and do some work last year and there was very little info on KZbin for that. It’s easier than I thought, and the added aspect of sending it out for repair and re-installing would be awesome for people who can do it but don’t know the process. Your other boat build was great and well documented. So I could see that being a big hit too. Since it runs, but low compression there’s a chance they could save it pretty cheap. Just my thoughts.

[@JB_Outdoors18]

The first thing to go is the speedometer if you hit a log (which happens a lot) or idle over a stump in shallow water, the hole in the motor that reads water speed gets clogged

[@michaeleads9294]

Good luck on the build all the best to ya.

[@rodfather_bass_fishing]

$4100. Love my Stratos... mine is affectionately known to many as "the ugliest boat on the water" and it is most of the time. However! I'm in the middle of a major overhaul that started off as carpet/seats/graph/trolling motor upgrade and has turned into new electronics, rebuilt carbs, new lower unit, new live well pumps/valves/hoses new bilge pumps, and a 4th 12V battery in one of the rear storage compartments that is dedicated to just the new Helix 15, the old Helix 7 which is now at the helm, and one of the two bilge pumps (I have dual 750 GPH pumps, each powered by a different battery for the obvious benefits in an emergency) Also, did I mention the carpet padding? Dude! It's more comfortable than my living room now! SOOO worth the extra money! Can't wait to see what you are able to do with this one!

[@ste-bow]

Custom Mold & Tint in Arkansas can make new windshields. They probably made the originals for it.

[@JaysElectronicTinkerShack]

its possible the engine has a decompression system for starting which will give u a low compression unles u tried testing with it running as it sounds pretty healthy

[@brianstraubmusic3994]

You're gonna love this boat Stratos are amazing rigs

[@mikethetoolman8776]

that boat will fly. i have a 70 evinrude TM off of my old stratos. great TM

[@andrewmcconico6745]

I’m going to say $6,500. It looks like a good rebuild. Can’t wait to watch your journey.

[@bkbartlett83]

C&O marine has tons of oem Stratos stuff. They’ll definitely have the windshields.

[@cpntexas_x]

I got a 2001 19 ft vip stealth and a high compression yamaha 150 vmax. Based on your list and what most say regarding Optimax rebuilding 3300 is a price I may bite on that boat in this condition considering I gave 5750 for mine and just added used electronics and 70lb minkota

[@vin059]

Another project...really like your videos.....I'm going to guess $5800.....good luck!!!

[@fossilcreekkennels1973]

when did you move back to OHIO last i seen you you were at Brads working with him

[@TightlineTV]

I quit and moved back in December

[@tonystange8603]

3350 is my guess. Nice lookin boat. You’ll have it up and running good as new real quick

[@busyblazin]

5500 ball parking. Hopefully close and can't wait to watch this series

[@kennethroth6757]

I've been looking at older bass boats then fix it up to my liking

[@timc8913]

My guess is $3,000. Stratos made some nice boats. Looking forward to the rebuild.

[@bigkat650]

$6000 The low compression was probably because it overheated due to not cycling water. Nice job on doing your work with the compression test!!

[@mikethetoolman8776]

c and o marine has parts still and great lakes skipper is also a great source.

[@weeks8381]

C&O Marine in TN is the go to for Stratos parts.

[@rodfather_bass_fishing]

C&O is a great source for parts/info for any Stratos. Have spent several $ with them and every penny has been worth it!

[@hunterwors590]

Pretty nice looking boat. Looking forward to this series. in Canada they probably would’ve sold it for 20k but I think it would be $6750

[@muskybites505]

Excellent choice in boats…you were already eyeing it when I suggested Stratos 😂

[@Butters62189]

you definitely should be doing this!!!!

[@QMore-fp7wn]

That’s a transducer wire. Worse case if the motor is shot, put the 150 from the BassCat on it until money allows an upgrade. With the right prop, it would get on step just not have a great top end.

[@GrantBurckhard]

With a running good compression motor and new seats plus a good detail that boat will sell $12-15k easy.

[@chugaaa]

I'll say $ 6,800. Can't wait to see this series...always a fan!

[@MTWasks]

I'm gonna go higher at $8250. Good hull, salvageable motor and the deck and gear will be quick work. Nice!

[@evankennedy8504]

$5500, I've been looking into a Stratos boat myself, they are awesome boats!

[@uhoh71]

Replace the water pump and go see if it'll run. Some of the larger outboards are low compression engines. Johnson and Evinrude had some that were 80 to 90 lbs when they left the factory. Don't know much about them big mercuries though.

[@TightlineTV]

From my research this 200 should be at like 130

[@natelewandowski7397]

unplug your ecm and compression test again. It's unlikely, but, possible that you have an air injector that is stuck.

[@ZackHaynie]

we found a 95' stratos with no sun fading and everything on it is original no scratches or anything motor runs well and got it for $5k

[@timroyall6513]

I guess 3500 bucks. Can't wait to watch you getting it all fixed!

[@joewinkler2168]

If your looking for an upgrade on trolling motor? I have a 112 lb. 36 volt minn kota Fortrex that I upgraded on new Garman. $300 and you ship it.

[@IdahoOrv]

Plan on making a guess on how much you paid. But it motor is not peeing...check the tube that shoots out the water they can and will get clogged. It's an easy fix (if thats what the problem is) and can bee one of the cheapest fixes there is...when you think it is something almost disastrous. Take off the tibe and find out if it's got obstruction. Done.

[@christopheryoung7762]

$3800 IS MY BID ON WHAT YOU PAID!! NEW SUB, CANT WAIT TO SEE YOU TRANSFORM THE BOAT.

[@donniebartlett9041]

My guess is $6,500. Looks good also. The only thing that sucks, is the motor.

[@jehin3259]

Nice boat, Looking forward for the next series of videos, I think you got it for $3,850.00,

[@danlaur7973]

Hope you got that boat cheap.....$7,000 is my guess

[@colem1015]

3500$$... check compression again with a different gauge..different brand gauges will show different readings.. id change the impeller out regardless being its sat for 2 years. Also clean out the water hoses on the heads, the pisser hose, very possible mud dobber have got up in there and blocked the flow of water. Pull the thermostats and check them as well.

[@MrFronky]

Yeah i have 135 hp optmax and you definitely need to have patience. Im still trying to figure out why mine is alarming. But depending on what you have to do with that id say 5850 i feel like thats low though.

[@ShreverBeaver]

The Price is Right has taught me to bid $1. $1, Bob.

[@ajherman]

Fuck yea! Stratos gang! Love my 219F

[@rodfather_bass_fishing]

I've got a 295 Pro Elite... and no plans to change that any time soon!

[@ajherman]

@rodfather_bass_fishing same with mine. Gramps bought it new in 1994, literally before I was even born. Thing still looks brand new and absolutely slaughters crappie, northern, and walleye.

[@beezyfishingoutdoors_2168]

My guess is $7500.... this boat has great potential 👌🏾

[@HardmanOutdoors]

Depending on how low the compression is it usually beast to rebuild the optimax.. especially if it has a lot.of hours

[@flyhog8574]

It may not be that low. If he’s going off of the specs for a Johnson the specs are quite a bit lower for an optimax than what is in spec compression on an OMC outboard. Mine is supposed to be around 115 my father in laws optimax is suppose to be between 90-100 based on my service manual guides. The biggest thing is do all the cylinders match within 10%

[@chrisshepherd1921]

@TightlineTV would like to know how you conducted the compression test? Test should be performed in the following manner. When performing compression tests, it's imperitive that the tests be done with: -A fully charged and PROPERLY RATED cranking battery -Engine warmed up to Operating Temperature -Kill switch OFF -All Spark Plugs Removed -Plug wires on Spark Tester (or grounded with jumper leads- an added precaution) -Throttle plate at the WOT Position -Water supplied to the engine while cranking! Insert compression tester into #1 spark plug opening, and crank the engine until the reading no longer rises. Record reading. DO NOT spin/crank for longer than 10 seconds at a time. Repeat above step for each cylinder. (credit for above - EuropeanAM from bassboat central) Compression specs: 90-110 psi, MAXIMUM variance of 15 psi between highest and lowest cylinders. My guess -- $6250

[@jkaas65]

Looks good. I would say $5200 with the issues with the motor. Looking forward to the future vids.

[@johnpopa4860]

$3000, what a prize it’s beautiful

[@im_smizzed]

The hull and front part of the boat look great but that low compression in the engine, id say probably $8200

[@bigdsfishingandoutdoors]

bro i have been watching you since almost day one, if you dont mind me asking, what do you do for work? I also have an old bass boat i am currently building/restoring and your videos are motivating me to start a series of my own!!

[@TightlineTV]

Thank you For supporting me! I try to make ends meet anyway I can. Right now I help a buddy at a car shop on the side and cross my fingers I get a KZbin check every month lol. Ramen noodle life style rn

[@SSMinnoJohnson]

I have a stratos myself and I can tell you they are some amazing boats to have very fast my guess on price would be $5800

[@ronniebaker3036]

How much for the basscat

[@Octopus13]

I'm gonna go with $4,500.00. Keep the good content coming brotha!

[@bobbywood8639]

3500 is my guess can't wait to see it finished

[@brianstraubmusic3994]

C&o marine in Tennessee for seats and parts for your old Stratos

[@aidenkjeldergaard5875]

Well judging by the fact the engine is pretty much gone. I would assume in the 6400 dollar range

[@jaibo1313]

3500.00 but galfriends behind closed door attitude, PRICELESS

[@backyardfishing1]

Going with 5000$ watched all bass cat videos looking forward to this

[@jeremykeast1404]

I'll say 4900 for the boat, can't wait to see what you do to it

[@firefightergib]

Check reed valves on compression before you get to deep

[@garydebolt3151]

I’m guessing 3200. Since you decided to use the wedding money I’m thinking it must have been pretty low. Love the boat though. I have an 89 stratos. 285 pro

[@nwohiooutdoors]

3500 can’t wait to see it finished💯🤙

[@joewinkler2168]

2 years of setting, dry cylinders might be better after you run a while. And water pump needs replaced. No biggies. $2,500.00 cost

[@edwardrendonfishing5728]

Location also season and cosmic will say $8,250.00

[@billm9324]

$6700 with the larger motor. Older Stratos boats have good bones

[@d.moutdoors4377]

I'm gonna guess 5500 don't know but it be a good build what's scary is the low compression part.

[@Matt.D81]

$4500 love watching your vids, from Australia 🇦🇺

[@TightlineTV]

👊🏻👊🏻 apreeciate you!

[@tnbassmaster]

4300! Awesome boat!

[@Dbars19]

instead of rusty old cars sitting in your front yard you have crusty boats. nice

[@davidwhite7162]

Worse case put the 150 from the bass cat on this one till you get that 200 dialed up

[@johnguerrero280]

Ha, same here!!

[@jefferyholland]

$7,500.00 I have a 2002 19 XL Pro Star. Great boat, all composite construction, no wood.

[@alabama_pinball]

$4,500. Looking forward to the build!

[@austinsmith319]

My guess $6,400.00. Cool looking boat.

[@rosecostanzo341]

Say whhhhattttt? Another boat? Dude moneypit You got a wedding to pay for in hooterville. Good project for you tho

[@JohnPatersonAu]

Lol - I have 3 boat projects at the moment. 😆

[@lakeguyisaac5284]

I’m gonna say you got a steal at $3000

[@OTClems]

excited for the new build! $6750?

[@Army_Outdoors_88N]

$5000. Here we go again. This is gonna be awesome

[@JoeJoe-pz9sw]

Id say hopefully no more then 6500$ replaced powerhead on my Yamaha 225 and it cost me 8500$😅

[@IdahoOrv]

$4000 cash should have been more but the low compression test saved you at least a grand. Maybe more.

[@RBPangling]

Correction. $5,250 Didn’t know motor had bad compression

[@mikemikolay6658]

$4750 is my guess looks good keep the videos up

[@jakesmith-x4q]

very nice, also in search for a boat. I'd say 6,500

[@leoplansky5431]

my guess is. $5000, you will be sticking a bunch of $ into it. Good luck

[@htfyrftr1]

Carrol at C&O Marine Can Get You anything you need for the boat,