Aluminum Tiller Fishing Boat Walk-Through

Aluminum Tiller Fishing Boat Walk-Through | 1650 Lund Rebel

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2 жыл бұрын

Wired2fish’s McKeon Roberts loves fishing small and inaccessible waters from the shore or out of his kayak but recently purchased a boat to expand his fishing to new waters and different bites. After a year of fishing out of the setup, he provides a thorough and experienced-based walk-through review, covering down on the boat and key accessories and why he chose each product. *Full product listing below.
Affordability, small waters accessibility, and sized to fit into his garage directed Roberts toward a 16-foot aluminum fishing boat. While the featured 1650 Lund Angler comes in a single (SS) and full windshield (Sport) model, Roberts chose a tiller for maximum boat control and usable floor and storage space. Despite its modest size, the v-hull design mated with a 60hp FourStroke engine makes the boat plenty capable of running bigger waters.
Roberts put much of his budget toward boat control equipment and fish finders. He discusses how he uses transom and bow-mount trolling motors and his single shallow water anchor. Three Humminbird HELIX fish finders (networked) provide sonar and mapping capabilities typically found in bigger boats, making this setup an understated fish-catching machine.
With all these accessories comes the need for power. Roberts upgraded the boat to a 24v trolling motor configuration, which requires two 12-volt batteries rigged in parallel. He chose lithium-ion batteries for the space and weight savings; significantly less weight equates to more hull lift and better boat performance. A single group 27 lead-acid battery powers the rest.
Lastly, Roberts discusses some optimization accessories. A T-H Marine KVD Kong Electronics Mount provides a solid and rigid solution for the sizeable bow fish finder with the flexibility to raise it for enhanced visibility. And he upgraded his stock 3-blade aluminum prop to a 4-blade stainless steel model for faster hole shots, better bow lift, and overall boat control.
BOAT AND MOTOR
• BOAT - Lund 1650 Rebel XL Tiller, Gunmetal Grey: wired2.fish/1650RebelXL
• ENGINE - Mercury FourStroke 60hp Command Thrust Tiller: wired2.fish/MercuryFourStroke...
• PROP - Mercury Elite Series SpitFire X7 Propeller: wired2.fish/Merc-SpitFireX7
• TILLER HANDLE - Mercury Tiller Handle 40-115hp: wired2.fish/MercuryTillerHand...
BOAT CONTROL (TROLLING MOTORS AND SHALLOW WATER ANCHOR)
• BOW MOUNT TROLLING MOTOR - Minn Kota Ultrex 80/MSI/IP Trolling Motor w/i-Pilot Link Bluetooth - 24v-80LB: wired2.fish/Ultrex80-MSI-IP-RMP
• TRANSOM TROLLING MOTOR - Minn Kota Traxxis, 24v-70LB: wired2.fish/MinnKotaTraxxis70...
• SHALLOW WATER ANCHOR - Minn Kota Talon, 8-foot: wired2.fish/Talon8ft-RMP
FISH FINDERS
• ELECTRONICS - Humminbird HELIX 10 MEGA SI+ CHIRP GPS G4N: wired2.fish/HELIX10-SI-G4N-RMP
• MAPPING - LakeMaster Plus: wired2.fish/LakeMaster-JO
• MOUNT - T-H Marine KVD Kong Electronics Mount: wired2.fish/TH-KongMount
BATTERIES AND CHARGER
• BATTERIES - Dakota Lithium 12v-54Ah Deep Cycle: wired2.fish/Dakota12v54AhDeep...
• ONBOARD CHARGER - Minn Kota MK-345PC Precision On-Board Charger 3 Bank 15 Amps: wired2.fish/MK-345PC-Charger-RMP
OTHER GEAR
• HITCH - B&W Tow & Stow Adjustable Trailer Ball Mount: wired2.fish/BW-TowAndStowHitch
• SWEATSHIRT - Grundens Dillingham Tech Hoodie: wired2.fish/GrundensDillingha...
• WATCH - Garmin Instinct Solar: wired2.fish/GarminInstinctWatch
• CUP HOLDER - T-H Marine Folding Drink Holder: wired2.fish/T-H-FoldingCupHolder
• FIRST AID KIT - Angler Aid 53 Item First Aid Kit: wired2.fish/AnglerAidFirstAidKit
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Пікірлер: 70

@FishingThePNW 2 жыл бұрын

Now we need more videos of Keys just smashing fish from this boat!

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Stay tuned, my dude-

@kenbrown5449 2 жыл бұрын

Nice Lund and one of the very best product videos I've seen on this model. Looking forward to some fishing vids out of this craft. Good Luck!

@citydogpack 2 жыл бұрын

Man I wish I had that boat. Congrats! Can’t wait to watch your videos from that boat

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Keep an eye out! Thanks for watching-

@schlueter67 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 1993 Lund Pro V 1660 tiller. I dont have a trolling motor on the rear yet but I installed the new Ghost trolling motor at the bow. I run my boat on big water like Mille Lacs and also smaller bodies. The deep V keeps me dry. The small lakes that I like don't allow gas engines. The Ghost pushes me 5 mph when needed. I installed a recessed pan for the foot pedal which I recommend. The pan incorporates a cup holder and 3 slots for tools like pliers, forceps, and scissors. I run the ghost on 36v. I installed 3 AGM's and a 4 bank charger in the front storage compartments. I use a Lowrance at the bow and rear console because I like to touch a spot on the map screen and command the trolling motor to that spot with a simple touch. I'm installing the Active Target transducer before opener. I also like the Mega imaging of the Helix so I have an SI unit next to my lowrance at my rear console. I do all of my mapping with Navionics on my phone. Because I have 3 mapping systems I was able to compare. I use smartstrike on my bird to find new spots. I use the map on my lowrance to tell my trolling motor where to go. But I use the Navionics for all navigating on the water. This way I'm not wasting valuable screen space and I can keep SI and Active Images full screen.

@gooost 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Love the boat and your passion!

@benczarnecki9406 2 жыл бұрын

Love the boat congratulations on a great purchase! I have an alumacraft escape 165 tiller that’s very similar to this and it is incredible! I can fish so many small lakes you could not get a bigger boat on to and the fish ability is still amazing, good luck this season 🎣

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck to you, Ben!

@douglasspickler4925 2 жыл бұрын

You have yourself a very nice boat. You should be very proud of your purchase. You have done a excellent job on how you set the boat up and the accessories you have on it. A perfect fishing machine. Good fishing to all. Take care.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Douglas. I am quite proud. Love fishing outta this thing- Good fishing to you! Thanks again for watching and commenting. -McKeon

@irod7 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome 👏 I plan on picking one up thanks waiting on the kayak content to drop

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

There will be more from the yak this year for sure!! And this rig! Thanks for watching-

@TeamJesusOutdoors 2 жыл бұрын

Nothing beats a tiller for the ultimate in versatility! I run a pair of Crestliners, both are tillers, an 1850 Pro Tiller and a 14 Kodiak

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

💪🏼 Awesome-

@davidhenderson1738 2 жыл бұрын

Super nice rig! Thanks for the video.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I've really been enjoying it. Appreciate you watching and commenting-

@wiscowalleye7954 2 жыл бұрын

Love that little boat. I miss my little 15ft tiller.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking it out! Good boats for those gem lakes-

@hammer9856 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like one sweet ride... tight lines.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hammer, she’s a beaut.

@LowBrowFishing 2 жыл бұрын

I really like that boat. Sometimes you just gotta do you. It doesn't have to be the highest end water Ferrari, it just has to work for what you need it to do. Some people might call your boat 'unconventional', I would call it 'user friendly'. Shoot, my boat is a restored 1997 Bass Buggy pontoon with a few extras added in and she's exactly what I need.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly right, LowBrow Fishing. Thanks for watching- That Bass Buggy sounds like a fun time!

@pittsburghangler 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful boat.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks man- I'm pretty proud of it. -McKeon

@tomstarcevich1147 2 жыл бұрын

nice boat can't go wrong with a lund I've had my 1700 lund fisherman for 27 yrs still looks brand new and fishes great 🐟👍 the only thing I do is upgrade my electronics and trolling motor

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Exactly. Before I decided to buy new I was really looking for an early 2000s Explorer!

@batgele2796 2 жыл бұрын

great video walk through, thanks for sharing. one note on the charger- from what i know about the 345pc line - they are not optimized for lithium batteries which require higher charging voltage and have different top and disconnect voltage. This charger will charge a lithium battery but it will not charge completely because it’s designed for agm/lead acid batteries which max out at a lower voltage when fully charged.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Actually the latest models of precision chargers do have settings for lithium amperage. www.minnkotamotors.com/news/article/next-generation-precision-chargers-optimized-lithium-marine-batteries

@batgele2796 2 жыл бұрын

that’s the new line not what was in this boat (minnkota MK 345 PC) which only has options for agm, flooded or gel. the new line MK XX PCL does have the charge cycle for lithium.

@batgele2796 2 жыл бұрын

i’ve been trying to get a new 5-bank MK 550 PCL for that reason but they are on back order everywhere

@Zach-K7FC 7 ай бұрын

Great video. Currently saving to transition from kayak to boat. The 16' tiller looks like a great option. I would like all the deck space the tiller offers.

@vitonaidicius1978 2 жыл бұрын

Nice setup ! Looking to go with a 60 hp tiller setup on my boat and was wondering when running at 3/4 throttle

@lightningmusky5286 2 жыл бұрын

Good boat for high gas prices! I have 1675 Alumacraft dominator and it’s perfect for what I do.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Totally agree

@TooLucky406 2 жыл бұрын

Sweet setup man!.... but I think you went over the top with the cup holder! 😉

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Haha glad you caught the bit of sarcasm! ..but no really I depend on that thing.

@andrewphoa2004 Жыл бұрын

"Little Garage"?... would like to see your idea of a big garage! Very nice boat!

@Wired2Fish Жыл бұрын

Haha! Where we were filming was somebody’s shop. Certainly not my garage!

@ryandrew6119 7 ай бұрын

Love the setup! How many rods can you fit into the rod lockers?

@antoniopedromolinari Жыл бұрын

How fast does it go with this SS blade? Nice video!

@RichardMansfield-mo6gw 10 ай бұрын

Para un bote pequeño y es el mejor motor eléctrico que e tenido muy poderoso y ahorra mucha energía le doy un 10 de 10.

@terryhawes2024 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I just picked up a new 1775 pro guide, and have the same console as that. I'm wondering how you mounted the ram balls, and where you ran the wires to your units? I have a single helix 10, and I'm trying to figure if I need extra support under the tray, and where to make a hole for the wiring. Thanks!

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

I had my boat professionally rigged for clean installation by Andy at Fish Lectronics in Nisswa/Pequot Lakes, MN. I have the two HELIX 10's mounted and the console supports them fine. The RAM ball bases just bolt into the console. You'll have to drill holes for the appropriate bolts. For the console, there are pre drilled ports underneath that lead to the battery compartment in the stern. Thanks for watching the video, Terry! Enjoy your boat!

@terryhawes2024 2 жыл бұрын

@@Wired2Fish thanks for the quick reply! Is it pretty sturdy with the weight of the two units? Thanks!

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Have not had any issues even running rough water.

@TheDRAGONXREBORN 2 жыл бұрын

When mounting the Helix units did you just drill through the top of the console and then run the power through the side wall and to the cranking battery? I just bought the same boat and am going to mount my own units but was not sure if getting water through the top would be a issue if drill through the top of the console.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

No issue there! Just bolt it to the top of the console with whatever bracket you choose.

@TheDRAGONXREBORN 2 жыл бұрын

@@Wired2Fish bought a ram mount. Did you have to punch a hole into the battery compartment?

@vitonaidicius1978 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful setup ! I’m looking to run a 60 hp tiller on my boat and was wondering when running at 1/2 , 3/4 or full throttle , how is the steering ? Is it manageable , is there a lot of torque on the engine making the steering hard to handle ?

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Vito. Steering depends on a few factors. First of all, there is a tension lever on this particular motor that will either lock the motor in place or make it very loose. I've found that if I find the sweet spot when trimming the motor it will also bite down hard and lock in place which makes for very controlled handling. So really you can make it as tight or loose as you want and I wouldn't say there is too much torque. Gets up on pad nice and easy and then off you go. Trim the motor according to how weighed down your boat is or what the wind and waves are doing.

@vitonaidicius1978 2 жыл бұрын

@@Wired2Fish Thanks for the reply , that is great to know ! Really appreciate it !

@scottstalker5114 Жыл бұрын

I read in the comments that your boat's electronics were professionally installed. Do you happen to know the brand and model of the console in the stern that houses the electronics?

@chriscarmody6353 Жыл бұрын

What size battery is that you are using for your trolling motor. I’m thinking about getting the same boat

@Wired2Fish Жыл бұрын

I use two 12v 54Ah Dakota lithium batteries for my 24v system. It’s nice cause they both fit in the one battery compartment up in the bow.

@horaiyo 8 ай бұрын

@@Wired2Fish The two 54s power both the TM and the graphs? How many hours of run time do you get on that setup?

@trustno1342 2 жыл бұрын

Hello long time viewer first time commenter Kind of off subject from the above video but, Can you guys do a video about the pros/cons of a "hotfoot" vs traditional throttle control? I have ran boats rigged with both systems but it would be good to hear what the professionals have to say about the benefits of either system

@schlueter67 2 жыл бұрын

The hot foot is safer because it allows you to have 2 hands on the wheel.

@midwestrailroader5793 Жыл бұрын

Have you ever used it in rivers? Looking for a versatile boat for both lakes and the Mississippi River

@Wired2Fish Жыл бұрын

Not the best for running sand bars and super shallow but I have certainly fished the Mississippi River with it.

@midwestrailroader5793 Жыл бұрын

@@Wired2Fish appreciate the response! Just trying to figure out what to get into that I can use on the river and also go to lakes as well. So many options!

@basschaser9356 2 жыл бұрын

Did you consider the renegade? That’s the boat I want to buy

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Yeah! I have fished out of that boat quite a bit. Had a lot of fun in it but wanted the versatility of a tiller.

@Wired2Fish 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Sunny, I'll let McKeon address your question from his vantage point (Ryan here), but we've run the Renegade at Wired2fish for several seasons, and it's an excellent boat. Tons of storage, stability, and a shallow draft for skinny water. We produced the most recent Lund Renegade walk-through video (they had a solid rework for this latest model): kzfaq.info/get/bejne/hK2oZrdpu9OUoGg.html

@johngeissel5021 10 ай бұрын

I purchased this model in june and to my surprise the storage compartments are not water tight. I am totlly disapointed with what i thought Lund had a great reputation. Not,looking for a better quality boat