New Okie on board

[Joern]

Howdy as we say around here!

We should get our AR190 from the dealer next week and can't wait!

This would be our 4th boat - 4th time is the charm, right..
After an old pontoon (21ft, 50hp 2-stroke - yikes!), a G3 jon boat for fishing and a 20ft deck boat, we finally did the plunge to buy a spanking new boat. The others were between 10 and 20 years old, so a step up in every aspect!
Already been reading the forum for weeks and thanks everyone for the useful contributions!!

Is there a list of inspection points (when picking up at the dealer) specific to the 2021 models?
Is the issue with the anchor storage drain still a thing or did Yamaha address that by now? I haven't seen any recent posts on that one..
What are your thoughts on the optional extended engine warranty? does it make sense? how much did you pay for it?

Thanks in advance and happy boating

 

[Scottintexas]

Welcome!
What lakes dp you normally visit?

 

[Joern]

Thanks!

We usually go to Skiatook, Keystone or Oologah lake (all Tulsa area).

 

[Babin Farms]

Welcome

 

[LakesideLaw]

Welcome! I have seen some still do the upgrade and install the through hull drain for the anchor locker - I am going to see how mine works this season without any drilling and then decide.

I would say wait on the extended warranty (unless they toss it in - not likely) - a couple members have indicated if you wait Yamaha will send you reminders and the price keeps dropping the closer you get to the end of the factory warranty - so wait and then purchase it then direct from Yamaha for less money... and avoid paying interest on it if you are financing.

 

[Joern]

Thank you Craig! They haven't told me yet how much they would charge but i will keep this in mind for sure!

 

[Mully262]

Looks like mine is $2,800. But I also have twin engines.

 

[Joern]

That's not exactly a bargain
Thanks for sharing.

 

[Mully262]

That's not exactly a bargain
Thanks for sharing.

Yeah, kinda like most insurance/warranties though. It's only a bargain if you need to utilize it! Still a bargain in comparison to the electronic store "would you like extended warranty for 10% product price". Hahaha

With a single engine, I am curious what they offer you. I am guessing 60% of that, so around $1,700 range?

 

[Joern]

Haven't gotten the offer yet, but i'll report back when i get the number!

 

[Joern]

Happy Friday everyone!

Quick update:
- the extended warranty would be $2k. Will pass and see if they offer a better price in a few months.
- Delivery day is scheduled for Tuesday
- Goodies on order: box anchor, anchor buddy, cobra deluxe fins, 12V fridge from summit racing (same model as amazon but only $269 vs. $329, didn't want to shell out triple that for a dometic...)

Cheers!

 

[HangOutdoors]

@Joern Good Pass on the warranty, probably. I passed on mine and as I approached the my 1 year date they have been sending me marketing emails for the last couple/few months. This month it went down another $250 so I bought the 3 year on my model. $1500 for 3 years and have twin engines.

Which fridge di you buy?

 

[Joern]

That's more like my kind of discount on the warranty, almost half off! Nicely done.

I was eyeballing this fridge from amazon

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L34Z6PZ/?coliid=I2J2VB0DO81W81&colid=W0MHTSVRGSHG&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

But a little further looking revealed the exact same model at Summit Racing even cheaper and IMO a better logo on the side, only thing i noticed Summit didn't mention bluetooth - couldn't care less:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-p01061?seid=srese1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwutaCBhDfARIsAJHWnHsFU3n8mGKz_qjXyCr4cFrY-sIVBjiH3C96zeHLPjmLmAb8Aek7cb0aAtOfEALw_wcB

Plan is to store it behind the captain's chair and i'll look for a good spot to install a 12V outlet. Possibly a double outlet, one for the fridge and the other one to quickly connect the battery charger when in the garage.
Speaking of chargers, how do you guys wire in the chargers? Before, i used an automatic battery disconnect (disconnects aux battery when it's being discharged from use, connects when either one is being charged) but only hooked up 1 trickle charger for 2 batteries. Do you use 2 channel chargers/separate chargers or this it ok to have them on one?

Cheers!

 

[Mully262]

That's more like my kind of discount on the warranty, almost half off! Nicely done.

I was eyeballing this fridge from amazon

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L34Z6PZ/?coliid=I2J2VB0DO81W81&colid=W0MHTSVRGSHG&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

But a little further looking revealed the exact same model at Summit Racing even cheaper and IMO a better logo on the side, only thing i noticed Summit didn't mention bluetooth - couldn't care less:

https://www.summitracing.com/parts/sum-p01061?seid=srese1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwutaCBhDfARIsAJHWnHsFU3n8mGKz_qjXyCr4cFrY-sIVBjiH3C96zeHLPjmLmAb8Aek7cb0aAtOfEALw_wcB

Plan is to store it behind the captain's chair and i'll look for a good spot to install a 12V outlet. Possibly a double outlet, one for the fridge and the other one to quickly connect the battery charger when in the garage.
Speaking of chargers, how do you guys wire in the chargers? Before, i used an automatic battery disconnect (disconnects aux battery when it's being discharged from use, connects when either one is being charged) but only hooked up 1 trickle charger for 2 batteries. Do you use 2 channel chargers/separate chargers or this it ok to have them on one?

Cheers!

I know NOTHING about these, but the model you shared has an upper range limit of 68F?? Do you think this will work on a warm day on the water? It would suck to drop $320 on something that cant keep up on keeping the beverages cold.

 

[Bizywk]

 

[Joern]

I know NOTHING about these, but the model you shared has an upper range limit of 68F?? Do you think this will work on a warm day on the water? It would suck to drop $320 on something that cant keep up on keeping the beverages cold.

That's the warmest temp you can select and then down to -4 for the inside of the fridge/freezer. Not the outside temp. If that should be the case i'll send it back!

 

[Jet Boat Okie]

Thanks!

We usually go to Skiatook, Keystone or Oologah lake (all Tulsa area).

Hi Joern,

I live in BA and have places on Tenkiller and Texoma. Feel free to hit me up for local contacts and assistance if needed. Cheers!

 

[rocky4x479]

Man Im loving all the yammies been seeing on Keystone. My wife makes fun of me the way I act everytime I see one its like did we just become best friends lol

 

[TX Drift Away]

Welcome to Jet Boats, have a great time with the new boat. Born and raised OKIE but in TX now.

 

[Wayloncle]

Man Im loving all the yammies been seeing on Keystone. My wife makes fun of me the way I act everytime I see one its like did we just become best friends lol

We went to Keystone on Saturday (19 Jun) for the first time, launched from Harbor and hung out in a cove close to the state park/dam area. I saw several Yamahas out there, a very clean ‘05ish 230 launched after we did, didn’t get a chance to talk to him.