Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos

Posted by hammerton on 03/14/09 - 10:33 AM

I just upgraded from a 1983 Supersport 13 to a 1999 Dauntless 16. I have a couple questions.

How does the RPS live-well feature work? I can find no pump to get the water in or out, and I don't have the manual. Can any one tell me how that works?

Second, It did not come with a Bimini Top. When I use the "select your boat" feature on websites they keep suggesting a 46" top. However, when I measure, it seems like I'd need a 60" in order to preserve the ability to walk around in the boat. I'd be grateful if any one has opinions/experiences to share.

Finally, do you really need to take the center console and pilot seat off to run a new transducer cable to the stern?

Thanks

jim

Edited by Tom W Clark on 04/02/09 - 7:29 AM

Posted by ioptfm on 03/14/09 - 6:16 PM

You will be wise to go by a Boston Whaler dealer to see if you can see what size top you prefer. You might also find what you want by looking around mariners in your area.

Posted by Whaler_14 on 03/19/09 - 8:03 AM

I just finished a similar task of routing a transducer cable from the console to the stern on my 99' Dauntless 14, which is similar to your 16. Under the console toward the stern there should be a plastic fitting with a tube that runs all the way to the stern with access to the other end from the bilge access in the splashwell. The engine control lines also utilize this tube. You'll want to feed the transducer cable from stern to console. A metal fish tape run from the console to the stern then attaching the transducer cable to the end and pulling through is the best way to go. Also running a piece of rope along with the cable will allow ease of running additional cables in the future.