Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: When does a boat become a custom model?

Posted by Whalerbob on 09/19/14 - 6:53 PM
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I bought a 1989 Montauk about 19 years ago, I'm the second owner with all original paperwork. At the time it was all original but I've made some updates / changes over time but not sure what pushes it into "custom" land, seems subjective. I appreciate those of you who keep everything "original" but I don't believe that's what we're talking about our what delineates between what's custom or not but tell me if I'm wrong.

I don't really care, I'll change my profile to "custom" if recommended but I'll always consider it a Montauk and I've never had anyone ask me "what kind of BW is that", it's a Montauk but I'll be the first to admit it's a "tricked out Montauk for sure.

NOT looking for an argument but what options / upgrades / changes push it over the line?

Replaced the metal fuel tanks with 12 gallon tempo's?
Added 6 hp kicker?
Replaced standard cooler with Yeti 105 Qt?
Replaced stern light with perko light on the console?
Added 9 rail mount rod holders plus one on the port transom?
Added Mills Bimini?
Raised RPS height using block method?
Added storage rack under RPS for plano boxes?
Added bow mounted electric motor?
Moved battery to the console?
Added custom swim platform?
Turned a 54 qt cooler into a bait bait well that sits on a platform on top of the transom sump area?
Non factory electronics?

I think that's it...

Edited by Whalerbob on 09/19/14 - 7:19 PM