Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos

Posted by ShorLine on 06/28/16 - 10:26 AM

I just purchased a lovely 2008 Montauk 190 that came from the factory with the fishing package and set up with the trolling motor wiring in the bow. Bow Rail was deleted. I have ordered a Bow Rail to add to the boat as I prefer the look and don't intend to fish.

Would appreciate info on best practices for determining rail location for placement accuracy. Also need input on how to drill the holes - what drill bit(s) do you use to drill pilot hole? Other installation info greatly appreciated!

Thanks, Cynthia

Posted by Phil T on 06/28/16 - 12:19 PM

You should contact Boston Whaler Customer Support.

877-294-5645

For the price of the bow rail, they should be more than willing to help with installation instructions.

The only diagram that shows any detail is here:
http://www.bostonwhaler.com/boat_grap...4904PM.pdf

FWIW Here is the start page for all the parts/assembly diagrams for your model.
http://www.bostonwhaler.com/page.aspx.../page.aspx

Posted by ShorLine on 08/02/16 - 6:21 PM

Just wanted to update everyone on the rail installation for my 2008 Montauk 190. When the rail arrived from Boston Whaler, the 6 plates did not sit level on the surface of the boat. I called Whaler and quite frankly did not get much help. After pondering how to properly mark it and get the install perfect, I decided to deliver the boat to Twin Cities Marine as I had purchased the rail through Sue Lodel, Parts Dept. Manager.

Cannot say enough good things about how the installation was completed yesterday! It's perfect and the staff did a great job of measuring and positioning the rail. Since the boat has the trolling motor package, the bow light was on a short removable pole and I also elected to switch this out to the standard light for a more traditional look. They even had this in stock!

Excellent experience with the Service Department and both Sue and Chris in the front office - if you're looking to work on your boat, or need parts I highly recommend calling Sue!

And now I excitedly await the delivery of my full custom mooring cover in Captain's Navy in about 10 days!

Phone: (920) 793-2715 (M-F 9-5pm CST)