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SP
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Thu Nov 19, 2009 1:46 pm Posts: 1210
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1854 or 1954
I am leaning towards the 1854 on a new build, but I am considering going to a 1954. I run a CC rig and to make up for the lost space of the console, I am thinking about stepping up a foot. But, you never see 1954’s- curious why? Too slow, bad design, no reason, what’s the deal? I know all Gator Trax 18 footers with a hunt d deck are around 19 1/2 ft...insights or opinions would be awesome.
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Mon Apr 01, 2019 5:43 pm |
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Russ
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Mon Dec 31, 2012 11:07 pm Posts: 4820 Location: West Monroe, LA
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Re: 1854 or 1954
Because the aluminum comes in 20ft lengths. Why not go 20 if 18 isn't enough is usually the answer you'll see.
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Mon Apr 01, 2019 6:00 pm |
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SP
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Thu Nov 19, 2009 1:46 pm Posts: 1210
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Re: 1854 or 1954
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Mon Apr 01, 2019 6:18 pm |
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Russ
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Mon Dec 31, 2012 11:07 pm Posts: 4820 Location: West Monroe, LA
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Re: 1854 or 1954
If the 19 is a dog, the 20 won't help. I think any of the listed sizes will be fine.
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Mon Apr 01, 2019 6:44 pm |
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SP
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Thu Nov 19, 2009 1:46 pm Posts: 1210
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Re: 1854 or 1954
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Mon Apr 01, 2019 6:53 pm |
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DmaxHunter
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Wed Jan 18, 2012 7:21 pm Posts: 2207 Location: North Alabama
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Re: 1854 or 1954
I'd say depending on power a 20 could be a good boat. I prefer to stay smaller, as it is easier to hide etc. It comes down to what you want, as said I think 18 or 19 you will be happy. Now duals I see 20 ft being tits.
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Mon Apr 01, 2019 7:01 pm |
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Wchauvin
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Sat Sep 30, 2017 7:10 pm Posts: 1872
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Re: 1854 or 1954
I prefer to err on the side of bigger. You can always get will or Marcus to hop your motor up to get the speeds you desire, but it’s nice having the extra room. I have an 18x48 And wish I had a 19 or 20 foot boat. To each his own, but I prefer the room and comfort. I don’t use my rig commercially, so the more comfortable, the better
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Mon Apr 01, 2019 7:48 pm |
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Will
MMT Elite Member
Joined: Fri Jul 08, 2011 1:54 pm Posts: 8133
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Re: 1854 or 1954
That's a fine line between a single or dual motors depending on load and accessories.
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Tue Apr 02, 2019 4:59 am |
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SP
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Thu Nov 19, 2009 1:46 pm Posts: 1210
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Re: 1854 or 1954
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Tue Apr 02, 2019 5:30 am |
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MNGunner
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Mon Jan 09, 2012 8:56 pm Posts: 2623 Location: Minnesota
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Re: 1854 or 1954
_________________ 1754 Gator Trax Hybrid Hunt Deck with GTR35
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Tue Apr 02, 2019 12:16 pm |
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SP
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Thu Nov 19, 2009 1:46 pm Posts: 1210
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Re: 1854 or 1954
I've been hunting a CC rig for 20 plus years- I'm too old to go back to a tiller!
I decided to go with an 1854. This is probably all I need, easier to hunt and it should perform great. Thx for the input! I'll be putting in the order tomorrow.
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Tue Apr 02, 2019 7:51 pm |
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Wchauvin
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Sat Sep 30, 2017 7:10 pm Posts: 1872
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Re: 1854 or 1954
That’s going to be nice with the CC
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Wed Apr 03, 2019 9:01 pm |
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Full Throttle
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Sun Jan 25, 2009 8:09 pm Posts: 1268 Location: North Texas
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Re: 1854 or 1954
Good choice. Who’s building it?
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Thu Apr 04, 2019 5:51 am |
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SP
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Thu Nov 19, 2009 1:46 pm Posts: 1210
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Re: 1854 or 1954
I’m going with a PD this time around. Their hullls just seem to perform the best with their motors and I like their triple taper chines. Plus KP and the group are good people-
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Thu Apr 04, 2019 6:31 am |
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Wchauvin
MMT 1000 Club
Joined: Sat Sep 30, 2017 7:10 pm Posts: 1872
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Re: 1854 or 1954
That’s a good choice
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Thu Apr 04, 2019 5:53 pm |
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