Just curious.........

[RickK]

The friend that was with me thought it was a hoot too.  8)

[Miguel]

I see new names around.... maybe it´s time to give this thread a boost to the top of the list again....
170 owners:  Unite!!!!!!

[jdupree]

Hi guys!  I am new to this site and just purchased a 1988 170.  I most recently sold a 1974 17' mckee craft center console which is made in North Carolina.  It was very similar to a whaler.  It was a very versitle boat but in a light chop would beat you to death.  The main reason I bought the AS was it is in excellent condition for the age and I wanted a v-hull.  I have not had a chance to put the boat in the water yet.  I wish I had found out about this site before I purchased the AS.  

I guess I need some re-assurance about the low transom.  I have read numerous complaints about getting wet and the danger of a following seas.  My 170 does have a bilge pump under the deck.  My fishing will be mostly in the sound at Morehead City, NC.  Will I be able to chop the motor and drift fish like I enjoy or will I be flooded out I guess I will know the first time I put this in the water as to what I am up against.  How will the boat ride with 3 or 4 adults in the boat?  Will it dig in?  

Any input that you have to offer would be greatly appreciated.  I just don't want to feel like I have "stepped down" by buying this AS,  but she is a very pretty boat and I feel in love with it when I saw it.  Thanks for any of the advance input that you have to offer, and I will try to post some pics if I can figure it out.

[john]

Hello, As the proud owner of a 170 for over 15 years let me assure you that it is ( in my opinion) :) a great boat  for the uses you describe. I fish out of Edisto Beach,S.C. and have never had a problem. I fish a lot in St. Helena Sound where there is often a light chop. Now I am not saying that drifting with 3-5 seas is a good idea in a 170 because I am sure there would be a problem. Under power I have often been in over 3 foot seas but I can't say that it was a lot of fun . I to have had boats that did not have the same V hull that the 170 has and I can tell you that  the 170 (size for size) is 100% better than any of them.  Needless to say I love my boat, good luck... john

[jdupree]

John,

Thanks so much for the reply.  I makes me feel better because my Mckee craft was very versitile but also very heavy and old.  Does your 170 have a bilge pump and where?  What year is your 170?  The last question is can 3 or 4 adults ride in this boat without sinking it down or dragging it?  Thanks again for your response

[JimCt]

You'll have no problem with four adults with that Johnson 90.  With one person aboard you should be at 35+mph at WOT.  You'll be happy with the boat.

[john]

Hello again John from N.C.,  My 170 is a 1988  Osprey (same as yours) :)  with a 130 yamaha, and I often have four adults aboard and although it is a little  snug I have never had a problem.  Yes I do have a bilge pump under the access hole in the stern of the boat . I always feel very safe in my boat even when it is loaded with bunch of my daughter's friends. To me the 170 has a classic look that can't be matched.            John

[bamafaninfl]

Hello 1977 170 here had it for about 4 years great boat I just put a new 90 yamaha on it two weeks ago. BTW great web site It`s like talking to family.

[Miguel]

May I remind you all to post pictures of your boats.........

[RickK]

Hey welcome aboard John, John and Bama!!!  Our 170 family continues to grow  8)
If you have pictures of your babies (AS, that is ), it's easy to post them:
1. Make sure you're logged in
2. Click on "Photo Gallery" on the green bar above
3. Click on "Upload Photos" on the blue bar
4. Follow the prompts and upload to your member gallery

Simple as that.
Feel free to ask for help if you get confused.
Again, welcome aboard.

[jdupree]

Thanks for the info on how to post pictures.  My 170 needs bottom paint bad but I will post some pics in a day or so anyway.  Thanks for all of the comments and suggestions.  This is a great site and I look forward at the future discussions.  Thanks,

[jdupree]

Has anyone out there ordered a new windshield from the updplastics?  I need on for my 170 and I just wanted to see who has got one and if they were pleased with it.  Thanks,

[Pat Green]

Miguel, Jimct,RickK,and Johnsc have it right on! I have owned a 1970 170 since 1980 (cannot actually remember) I have been tempted by others to sell it or get something else. I will tell you that I spent most of my life in the boat business and have used every boat you can imagine, and I will not let go of my Aquasport. It will do anything you need done. I will say that I also have been concerned about that liittle 8" of freeboard at rear transom in following seas if the motor quit. I once considered building a rear splashwell, but just put on life preservers when conditions merit. Thanks, Pat.

[JimCt]

The low transom freeboard is why I carry a sea anchor.

[RickK]

I wish I could remember where I saw this....I saw a boat that had what looked like a plastic or rubber "splashguard" on their transom that went across the open part and went straight up the transom, from where they attached it at the low part of the transom, and at the top it curved back toward the water.  The top 4 or 5 inches had slices from top to make it flexible.  It wasn't the prettiest thing but I guess it helped fill the void.

Jim have you ever had to use a Sea Anchor? What do you carry?  Something like this?