Any guys (or gals) on here have a RiverPro ?
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RiverPro boats ???
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December 1, 2016 at 12:40 pm #1654030
I have one in my dreams every night.
My long time dream came true a couple of weeks ago.
I hope there are other owners on here to ask with question and such.December 1, 2016 at 8:27 pm #1654100Well congratulations!That’s a pretty awesome rig you got. Im sure someone on here has one.any pictures?
December 2, 2016 at 6:25 am #1654121A bass guy on the upper upper Mississippi or St Croix?
Posting a picture is just like adding an attachment to an email.
Just click on the box that says Choose file and select the photo you like. If you want to add more then one, the click on ADD ANOTHER FILE…ATTACHMENTS:
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Add another filedtroInactiveJordanPosts: 1501December 2, 2016 at 7:08 am #1654122What engine? I don’t own an RP, but I’ve spent hundreds of hours in a few of them. The 175hp sportjet had several issues that once rectified made it a much better motor. A few of the issues: Cooling lines were not designed well and had 90 degree turns which caused sand/silt to clog up the passages which causes overheating. The internal roller bearings on the engine are made with plastic cages, be very careful if you overheat it, those cages will melt causing engine failure. The steering cable on some RP’s are routed near the engine exhaust and can melt. Just a few things to consider. Overall they are great boats, but the Sportjet is quirky for sure and these boats demand quite a bit more of maintenance to keep them in top condition. I would also suggest upgrading to a stainless impeller. Especially if fishing silty rivers such as the mn or lower miss.
December 2, 2016 at 10:09 am #1654166If you know Bob Bowman from the site, he has one. I think his has a 200 hp Merc engine too. He can also give you great advise on Loans. He works for Wings Financial Credit Union in the Twin Cities.
December 2, 2016 at 12:28 pm #1654199Tried to put up pics but it doesn’t seem to work with my phone.
I fish the St Croix north of St Croix
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