Aquasport 161 and 230 Tournament Cat Owners

[D_Goar]

 
Since it appears that the Tournament Cats are really rare I thought it would be a good idea to start a registry so that we might share our problems and solutions. Hope to see you here.
 

[Franko1952]

Just saw your post. Hope you visit and respond. Just purchased 2001 161 cat from Clearwater. Have wanted one for for years after I drove one in Destin 15 years ago. Hope you still monitor web site. Lots of questions and projects

[barbwire44]

I have a 161 tournament cat also. Its an awesome boat for the size of it. Was originally purchased from a man in florida and it slowly made its way north, it is now my lake erie troller.

[wyefarber]

Just purchased a 2000 161 Tournament Cat, hope to see some posts on here!

[Snapper_Kev]

Another 161 owner here - Only had my Tournament CAT 161 out on the water a few times so far (thanks to being locked down here is Australia).
Really looking forward to spending more time in it but even after first few trips I have a couple of setup issues that need fixing.
Suspect my setup is a little overpowered with a Suzuki DF140 on the back but weight is about that same as a 115HP. Problem I’m getting is drag (leaning over) to the port side when on the plane and some cavitation (or aeration).
Thinking the Trim Tab could be adjusted slightly to counter the effect of the leaning but could also just be torque of the engine. Currently has a 17 prop.
The engine is mounted on it’s highest hole so it can’t go any lower. Also have a Permatrim but boat seems to bog down to the port side even more with this fitted so I’ve taken it off for now.

[neal]

ahoy, I also am an owner of a 161. im looking for a T-top if anyone knows of one that fits. trying to avoid custom made.

[leer125]

Hey Gents, just purchased a 2001 230 Tournament Cat. Excited the learn the ends and outs with it.