Ranger RT178 Review

My review of the Ranger RT178. #bassfishing #rangerboats #bassboats

[@steveringeisen9231]

Heck of a job with the review. Just picked up a 2017 RT 178 and was able to pick up some items and really like the gas struts you added. thank you.

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

I appreciate it , great little boat and can't beat the price !

[@henrypauling6641]

What is the PN for the Gas Struts

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

I got them at Amazon, the hardware is a bit cheap, but you can grab new hardware at a local hardware store. I would not go more than 45lbs, I ended buying some more higher end ones for much more money and took them off because these were better fitted and closed / opened better in my opinion. PAMAGOO 10 inch Gas Strut(Qty 4) 45 lbs 200 N Per Prop, Gas Spring Shock with Screws and Accessories for Cabinet, Tool Box, Lid Stay, Door Stay, Lid Support, Light Equipment(Dark Gray)

[@steveswinnigan4418]

Great video the gas shock great idea I been looking at the 178c

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

Great boats, I love mine , still going strong !

[@fabfishing7422]

Those letters are awesome! I just bought a 2018 rt198 and soooo happy with it. Great video Brother!

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

Thanks, I love the way they turned out and saved a ton of money for those baits we always need!

[@R-Lee-]

What are the green arrows for in the thumbnail?

[@jrhink3391]

Enjoyed the video! I have a 2021 white RT178 w/75 hp. My first boat. I haven’t had the gas cap replaced yet. You are right, it takes forever to fill up. Would you say it’s make a big difference once it’s been replaced?

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

No it didn’t make a big difference for me, it’s a little better but not much!

[@glenedwards3038]

21 gallon

[@KarenMcTavish]

Thanks so much - are you still happy?

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

Yes I still have the boat and take it out almost every weekend. Been perfect for what do.

[@infusionprosjason]

Thanks for the review and ideas. Dad has a RT178 and I have been wanting to add struts and few things for him. For the front seat post, did you get one that screws in, or goes into the original seat post?

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

It screws into the original seat post. The struts are a really nice addition and have saved me a few rods for sure!

[@johnterry2040]

I just took the decals off my ranger vs 1682. I saw the same lettering and planed on ordering.

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

I like these much better than the OEM ones

[@Fishboy68]

Hello Chad,what length and # strut is on your big box on front deck i put on a 10" 33 lb and it closes way to fast.I also used a 10" 22.5 lb with same results.The 33lb helped a little do you think i need to go with higher # .Thanks again

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

I used 10” - 45lbs , I like the 45 lbs because it keeps it propped a little better for my liking.

[@Fishboy68]

@@reelpatriotsfishing6286 it doesnt slam down real fast

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

Mine doesn’t

[@Fishboy68]

@@reelpatriotsfishing6286 Thanks again Chad appreciate all the help!!

[@Fishboy68]

Nice review,how is the strut in the back mounted?

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

As your sitting in the boat looking at the back it’s mounted on the left side of the box, had to modify / cut the bracket a little bit , tried a few spots but my lines were in the way, left side was best

[@Fishboy68]

@@reelpatriotsfishing6286 thank you talking the battery compartment .Looks like there is no room to mount it .The lip on the lid takes up that little space that is there.

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

Yeah, that lip is tiny you have to modify the mount , I cut mine in half, and it’s not perfect. Send me an email at Chad.roberts80@gmail and I will send you a pic of it.

[@adamwatson8404]

Hey brother awesome boat and great review. Very nice set up. It looks like it fits nicely in your garage. I have a standard 2 car garage that's 19ft deep and the doors are 95 inches wide. What is the overall length and width on the trailer?

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

It's over 19 feet long , almost 22 , and 7'8" wide outside tire to outside tire.

[@adamwatson8404]

@@reelpatriotsfishing6286 thanks bro. The width would work but I would need go corner to corner or make sure the tongue folds and trim the motor down. To try and get closer to the length I need.

[@dmack1962]

Do you know if you can get touch up paint for the RT 178 Grey color like yours. I have a 2023 new 178 need a small area touched up

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

yes you can, I got mine directly from Ranger, it didn't match up perfectly though, when I had the gas line recall they Cabela's scratched the crap out of the back of the boat near the cap, I sprayed it and it never matched the way I wanted, on little scratches and nicks I spray it into the cap and take a qtip to apply.

[@enderst81]

I have a 2021 RT178 same problems but overall love the boat. There were 3 recalls right away and the fuel filling issue was supposed to be resolved with one. I still have the issue. btw, supposed to be a 21gal fuel tank. Filling up is the only real complaint I have. I'm going to look into a smaller tank because it looks like the hose from the filler to the tank dips down below the 90 on top of the tank.

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

Yeah I went through the recall and don’t think it made much of a difference , fueling up on the water is even worse ! Tight lines!

[@freewill51]

Stealthy looking boat. Most of the water is most likely coming in through the latches. Try sealing them better where they go into the lid. That is the problem I have on my triton.

[@johnnyhopkins8216]

Does your console have some up/down movement? I just bought a rt188c and the console has some movement.

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

No it does not, if it’s under warranty I’d go back to dealer and have them check it. I also think those consoles are a little different than the 178 . Good luck

[@johnnyhopkins8216]

@@reelpatriotsfishing6286 okay thanks. It's a new 2022 that I just picked up last week..

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

Yeah if you think it’s excessive best to get dealer to look at it, should be covered under warranty.

[@bull.dozier9271]

Whatchya smokin? My go to is a CAO flathead 660...im thinking you gotta nub maduro..just a bit too long, looks like a 55+ gauge...great vid BTW im looking at a RT188 right now

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

I usually smoke chillin moose or nub. Thanks for the support on the channel. These boats are very versatile and best bang for your buck.

[@canyonyeager3975]

Boat looks clean! We gotta go fishing again

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

Anytime buddy !!!

[@jjohnston6645]

Drill new seat holes for seat adjustment or add a sliding rail under seat and that will get some height also

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

That’s a great idea , thanks

[@matthall6015]

Do you have a link to the letters from Amazon?

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0942S9CXG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@mikebaker1044]

How does it ride in choppy water

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

It does great, sits between chop well. The shortness of the boat helps , I can run big lakes like Smith Mountain Lake without any issues

[@mikebaker1044]

@@reelpatriotsfishing6286thanks for the info

[@jjohnston6645]

Some of the water comes through the latches also

[@reelpatriotsfishing6286]

Yeah I’m going to seal those this year

[@kurtheidelbach]

Make a better trailer and better hull for higher HP