Thank You very much Jim, I certainly appreciate the kind words. Best of Luck to you next season as well and hope you enjoy your New Rig !

Thanks for your Service. Grandfather was in the Merchant Marine. Boiler Man, in WW2. Said only difference from being in the Navy was “ M. M. Didn’t have guns. So they couldn’t shoot back. At his funeral, the C. G. Color guard showed up. My grandma started crying and thought my grandpa would have been so honored. He had bad vision and couldn’t enlist. Always felt like a step child in the MM. again, thanks for your service.

@@timpitera7067 yes thanks for the reminder and AJ thank you for your service!!

You're Welcome Steve and Thank You for your kind words and support. I really appreciate it. Good Luck with your decision & impending purchase.

Thanks for the support - I appreciate it.

Thanks for the support - I appreciate it.

Thanks for the support ~ I appreciate it.

Thank you and best of luck with your pending purchase

Thanks Scott ~

That's a great feature especially for long cranking & swimbait sticks

Thanks Brett. I appreciate the support. Good Luck with your Pro-V Bass adventure . . .

Thank you for your service ~ I retired in 2007 and It all went by Way Too Fast. I loved every minute of it and would do it all again if they would let me. My wife is also USCG Retired. Stay Safe.

@@AjLynn45thParallelFishing I joined in 2004, so we served a few years together! Thanks for your service also and enjoy your retirement!

Thanks - you know you're gonna love it then even more than now - if that's even possible. Spoiler alert - my New V-8 Pro XS is Ordered - expected in Oct - check back I'm sure there will be something posted here once it's rigged & ready. Jack plate's going on as well.

Can’t wait hear how it performs on your boat if possible can I add you to my fb my name is Joe

Looking forward to it myself Joe - Thanks for the support. I'll be keeping this & my fb content separate.

Thanks for the feed back John ~ We rarely use the seats and especially the back ones. So I've not run into this one. Thanks again

Thank you - Got this one at Maple Bay Marine in Brutus, MI -- Great Dealership ! Ask for Tim or Dustin. Tell them Andy from Gaylord set you - they'll take good care of you Good Luck. www.maplebaymarine.com/

Thank you for the kinds words and the support. I appreciate it. I use AGM maintenance free batteries (Optima Blue tops 31M) so the rod locker does not need to be open. During the initial wiring & rig out of the boat, I had the dealer wire & install the connection plug for the Dual Pro Charger in the bulkhead drivers side next to the fuse box. It's right where I need it to facilitate easy access of the extension cord to charge it.

Aj Lynn thanks bud, when are you hitting Mexico next?

@@franktan4235 You're welcome ~ if everything goes according to plan, Big Fish Jeff & I will be casting for those Lake Baccarac Beasts the second week of Oct - 41 Days & a Wake Up ! Can't Freaking Wait . . . .

Thanks Dick, I appreciate it. IMO the consoles on this 2016 Pro-V Bass work exactly as designed & advertised. The latest Pro-V Bass models have an updated design which is different from my particular rig. Can't speak as to how they perform as I've never been in one. You can see this one in action here ~ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gpufa82ht6q2XYU.html and here ~ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oL90pLWcm83MqXk.html Better yet - get to a dealer & take a ride in one . . .

Thanks Chris ~ Yes I have & do use the sports trak to hold rod holders and I use it inside the compartments to hang accessory bags for tools. The Optional console although very solid & secure, amazingly it is Very Easy to remove / re-install - One bolt - by hand. I am a proponent of having the HP rating carried on the plate for any boat - It ensures that one can get the vessels best performance - anything else will offer some reduction of that - can not say what the 150 will provide - I know it will have to work harder than the 200 does to get close to the same performance. btw - if you're buying new - hold out for the new V-8 XS - it's a 4 stroke and by all accounts a Very Sweet Motor. Good Luck. btw if you haven't seen my first review - here it is kzfaq.info/get/bejne/htJ9hK9ltJfZYKc.html I talk a little about the sports trak near the end of that clip

Thanks for your insights, very helpful with the console and also Trak system. I will look into the motors once I have decided for the right boat. So far I am stuck between the Pro-V Bass 1875 and the new brand Vexus with its model 1880. Do you have any opinion on that head to head comparision?

The Pro-V Bass is built on the IPS2 Hull - it's deep (25 inch transom), durable, capable & most importantly - Proven. The Vexus is an aluminum hull with a glass top - new design and not proven. Not knocking it - just a fact. Also the Vexus runs a much shallower hull - wouldn't work for me as I would not run that on bigger water. So I can't compare the two - in my mind they are very different boats. IMO There's nothing on the market right now that compares to the Pro-V bass

Aj LynnGood Looking Boat and a great review. FYI, the Venus is an Aluminum Hull.

@@billyraleigh2911 I had it backward. Fix it. Thank You

Congrats on the new rig ~ ! I have the external GPS Puck ~ it provides a "heading" line / marker that constantly lets me know the boats heading - even when the boat is stationary - very helpful when target casting to non-visible structure seen in front of the boat on the 360 - ESPECIALLY at Night ! I'll never not have one. I added a pic to my reply on your FB post - I positioned it out of the way in front/just in board of the Port Console.

@@AjLynn45thParallelFishing Thanks. I got a similar reply from the Pro-V Bass Facebook group regarding the heading feature for the 360. Do you think the external antenna is still a big advantage without a 360?

@@johndeluca1614 That was Me ! Yes - it's something you're going to want - Get one - Compared to what that rig is costing you - it's chump change

@@AjLynn45thParallelFishing Thanks. I'm fine with spending the $200, just want to get the boat electronics set up optimally.

@@johndeluca1614 I know I was just having a little fun. Being able to use the bow of your rig to help direct your presentations to unseen targets with a high degree of accuracy, is very beneficial.

Thank You. Maple Bay Marine, Brutus, MI. Still service my rig there - Great Folks. www.maplebaymarine.com/

Thanks Randy - I fish alone and there's plenty of room for a ton of rods. No need to cram them in or damage any. Good Luck with your up grade.

Aj Lynn hey Aj what is your top end speed.

My rig with gear & gas - WOT is usually 56 - 58 mph

The Pro-V Bass boat is an all aluminum build meaning totally WOOD FREE CONSTRUCTION. The consoles are fiberglass. (and pretty sweet.)

Thanks Tim ~ On this (2016) model, There is an access plate front of the trolling motor pedal to allow for rigging.

@@AjLynn45thParallelFishing I see the panel, however I’m just not sure how it lifts up. Thanks

@@timpitera7067 It's screwed in place. Go to a dealer and check it out.

Thanks ~ I appreciate the support. I suppose it will happen eventually. Just not anytime soon.

Thank you ~ I am only really familiar with the model I am running. Not certain what the Muskie rig offers differently

Aj Lynn I think is has lure hangers and a different sticker 😂😂. How do you find that boat in 3’ plus waves?

@@detecthistory5271 The 25 inch transom and deep hull are definitely beneficial in bigger water. Running this rig as well as any 18 ft boat, in rough water all comes down to the operator. If you've done it, you know exactly what I mean . . . . . .

Aj Lynn I know exactly. Thanks for the replies!

@@detecthistory5271 You're welcome & good luck with your future purchase !

Thanks ~ My tow vehicle is a 2018 GMC Sierra Denali - it has a 6.2L 420 hp engine and the max trailering package. It's rated to tow up to 12,500lbs. The 1875 Pro-V bass boat, motor & trailer plus a full tank of boat gas and all my gear (4 ea 31M Optima batteries, 112 Fortrex, the 4 Bank Dual Pro on board charging system, twin Talons all the fishing tackle) probably weighs in the neighborhood of 4,200lbs give or take. (I've not actually weighed it - that's a guesstimate) The GMC tows and more importantly stops, this load with confidence. While I have no practical experience towing with a Toyota Tacoma - according to Toyota the base 2017 model has a 2.7-liter 4-cylinder engine is able to deliver 159 horsepower and 180 lb-ft torque and can tow up to 3,500 pounds. The available 3.5-liter V6 powertrain, on the other hand, is capable of producing 278 horsepower and 265 lb-ft torque. I'd recommend buying a bigger truck or a smaller boat.

I concur with everything that Mr. Aj said. Make sure your know the exact specs of your truck because, as already stated, not all Tacomas are equal in ratings and the exact weight of the boat/trailer your towing. It's also important to take into consideration the weight and length of your tow vehicle in terms of stability while towing, especially on a open highway. Longer trucks have more stability while towing. Based on the weight of Mr. Ajs boat, you could possibly get away with it on your Tacoma if you have a V6 with the appropriate towing package and a weight distributing hitch, but as already stated, getting going is easy, stopping the load is another story. Upgrading your tow vehicle to a half-ton with a V8 and appropriate towing package would make your day a lot easier. If your were to upgrade, I'd say anything 09 or newer should suffice, but the older you go, the more important it is to know the exact towings specs and package of the truck you're buying because with all manufacturers, even within the same model, different packages have different capabilities, which can not only get you in trouble physically but also legally if you're pulled over and found to be over the specific GCWR of your vehicle.

@@marcusyoung2870 That sounds a little more comforting to my ears. I have a full size Toyota Tacoma, it's a double cab and the longest bed you can get in a Tacoma. I check the Toyota website and according to them the truck is able to tow up to 6800 lb.

I have no information on any of that ~

Do It Alan ~ !

@@AjLynn45thParallelFishing I just picked one up.. best boat I've ever owned.

@@incognito7018 That is Awesome ~ ! Congrats on the New Rig !!!!!!!!!!

Aj Lynn thanks, I didn’t see in the review do you have a hydraulic jack plate on yours?

@@incognito7018 At this point I did not - but when I re-powered Sept 2018 I aded a 6 " Manual Sea Star Jack Plate - It's been very good. Improved handling nicely, may or may not have improved top end. If it did, it's only slightly. I talk about it here . . kzfaq.info/get/bejne/irVyaZCdqdDJkWQ.html

Thank you for the support, I certainly appreciate it. I am on the water now but will reply here later today.

When deciding which rig best suits your needs, there's several things to consider. But before I answer, I need to know a few details to offer accurate & useful info. What is your own boating experience level ? Do you own a rig now and if so what is it and how long have you been running it ? Do you fish alone most of the time or with a another angler or two ? Do you have any storage concerns or limitations ? Also what is you're tow vehicle ?

@@AjLynn45thParallelFishing I owned an 18 foot, 30 hp Gruman, which I sold some 15 years ago, so I would say, pretty novice. I have not been in one since, raising a family and such, college, but the end is near. I have been bank fishing for the past year, re-building my tackle, and now saving money for a boat. Like you, I will be alone most of the time, occasionally two. At the moment, I would be towing with my 4-Runner, which claims is rated to tow 5K lbs. I am surprised it is not rated for more. I have pretty much decided to go with the bench seats, as they offer much more storage than the XS. I cannot see needing any more than that, and I don't think another boat offers more storage than Lund in the 19-21' range. Thanks again in advance. Lund should put you on the payroll.

@@MarkAegerter OK - Got it. My advice - 1875. Done. Without going too deep into it all, the 1875 will do what you want & need without being 'too much'. Easy to launch & recover solo and a Blast to Fish. Good Luck and don't hesitate to ask whatever . . .

Sorry, can't be selling this one just yet. Beside, I just got the newest motor and it's barely broke in. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/irVyaZCdqdDJkWQ.html Hit me up again in 2023 or so. I might be ready then.

Nope. The 1875 Pro-V Bass boat is the perfect size for me. Safe on the biggest waters I fish. Plenty of storage space and I fish alone mostly so the 1875 is just right to launch and recover myself; with or without a dock. Good Luck with your decision and impending purchase.

Thank you.

No - spearing waves is operator error. This is the way I run my rig . . . kzfaq.info/get/bejne/oL90pLWcm83MqXk.html

No Sir ~

Certainly. The trolling motor batteries are in the space under the rods in the rod locker. I really prefer them in this location as it puts the weight low and in the center of the hull. I run 3 Group 31M Optima Blue Top batteries and a Dual Pro Quad battery charger which is also in the rod locker

NO CLUE what you are referring to. "Your new Talon come out of the box with the hardware you'll need to install it directly to the transom of your boat" From the installation manual ~ minnkotamotors.johnsonoutdoors.com/sites/johnsonoutdoors-store/files/assets/misc/MI/M/MIN_productmanual_Talon-BT-Install/MIN_productmanual_Talon-BT-Install.pdf

@@AjLynn45thParallelFishing Yes, no problem for just the Talon, It is the tilt bracket that comes with the warning. " Requires use of a Talon Adapter Bracket - not intended for use with Talon direct-mounted to hull of boat." It is included in all sales descriptions and in the install manual. I think the issue is clearance for the release clip, as the unit is tilted back towards the hull. If mounted all the way to the top of the transom, it would clear, by going over the top. If mounted down a couple inches, that release clip would not have enough clearance and hit the back of the boat...if I understand the operation correctly. Must be able to...you have tilt brackets on yours.

Do you have anything between the tilt bracket and the transom?

@@TW14137 When the 6 inch spacer is added - there is no clearance problem for the tilt - my units work as intended and have been for 5 years. Good Luck

@@AjLynn45thParallelFishing That answers the original question, they aren't mounted direct to the transom, you need the 6" spacer. In your vids it appears they are mounted direct, as camera is always straight on, no side view. Thanks for your time

Can't fish 4 comfortably out of the 1875 but I've seen some video of the 4 guys fishing musky nicely in the 2075. And the XS is much better for family fun than the bench seat version - Good Luck.

thanks...looks like the 2075 XS with the Merc 225!!!

SWEEEEEET !!

Aj Lynn thanks for your videos. Helped me with my decision !!!

You're certainly Welcome - you are going to be Very Happy !

Each hull material may have their pros & cons. The best choice might depend on a buyer's needs. This rig fills all of mine.

Thanks Nick. Yes I most certainly do still have this boat. I fish alone 95% of the time so launching & recovering the bigger rig solo could be a concern. Additionally I'm pretty sure the 2075 would not fit in my garage without leaving the GMC Denali outside. And that's not happening. Good Luck with any future purchase

@@AjLynn45thParallelFishing PS loved the RED SOX hat in your video. How does a Michigan guy get Red Sox gear? I am a northeast guy, Red Sox fan all my life. So I never miss the Red B on a hat.

@@nawinchester I grew up in just outside of Boston. Been a Huge Boston sports fan my whole life. My wife & I are both retired US Coast Guard. Settled up north - it's The Best.

Congeats on your new rig ! Yes. Single axle seems completely sufficient IMO. Definitely easy to maneuver by vehicle and especially by hand if thats part of your deal. It is for me. Maintenance cost is also half.

The 112 lb 36 volt Fortrex is on a 62 inch shaft ~

This boat drafts about 16 inches. I gish some thin water myself. My Super Stick push pole helps. I do not run on plane in less than 5 ft.

Hello Edward ~ Lund's website has a lot of information, including pricing ~ www.lundboats.com/boat-models/1875-pro-v-bass/

Hello Tomm, I'm not sure if you're inquiring as to the gas fill tube location or where the actual gas tank is located/positioned within the hull. The fill tube is on the port side right at the corner where the hull and the transom meet. I am not able to tell you specifically where within the hull the gas tank is located. May I ask why you want to know this ?

Aj Lynn , thanks for your reply. I was interested in tank location? I Find many tanks stuck in back or aft of console in aluminum boats. Making for a lighter bow? I enjoy some of this weight forward to allow for people and full live wells behind console. I believe Weight forward helps the bow stay down. Less bow slap. Thus my question, just inquiring mind! 🤔

@@tommwarneke396 Got it. When outfitted properly this rig runs right. Perhaps watch a few clips here of the Pro-V Bass hole shot and on plane. I think you'll see what I mean. Better yet, visit an authorized Lund Dealer and take a ride ! Btw the batteries are under the center line rod locker forward of the consoles.

Aj Lynn I did see three batteries located under rod locker! Nice. I have see many videos of the 1875! They keep me coming back, with the wants! Enjoyed your review a lot, too. Thanks