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  1. Trent

    New to the Forum. 2003 Nitro 288 Sport

    I have a 2007 and keep it outside under a heavy duty tarp, so I also used to get mice in the boat. Best thing you can do is get some of these and put them all over the boat: Grandpa Gus's Mouse Pouches
  2. Trent

    Tuffskinz

    The cowling on my outboard was starting to get scratched up and nasty looking and the stickers were starting to peel off, so I bought this vented cover. Problem solved. Home - Tuff Skinz: Vented Outboard Motor Covers
  3. Trent

    Replacing trolling motor

    Here are a few photos, sorry but the boat's been covered the last few days since we have heavy winds and rain here in Kansas. This is a Motorguide 24v 80 lb. thrust with a 48" shaft. Works great, But because it hangs over the bow so far, I have to use the winch the last couple of feet to get it...
  4. Trent

    Replacing trolling motor

    Same issue for me, I had Cabela's fabricate a mounting plate, which they made from boat hull material. Then I used the Xi5 Quick Release bracket (highly recommend) bolted on top. I did not use the brackets that were on the boat originally. To compensate for the height difference, they used...
  5. Trent

    Nitro 188 Sport Foot Pedal Tray

    If it's anything like mine (07 Nitro 189), you are going to have precious little space to install a recessed foot pedal tray up front. I went with a Motorguide Xi5 with the remote fob and have never used my foot pedal once.
  6. Trent

    Trolling motor information needed. HELP??

    I have a 2007 189 Sport and replaced my stock 12V 45 lb. TM with a Motorguide Xi5 80 lb 24V with 45" shaft. Love the motor, but wish the shaft was longer, as it breaks the surface in really rough water. I had Bass Pro build a platform for the motor and trashed the old mounting plate, I also...
  7. Trent

    185 sport rebuild

    I too, struggle with rod storage. I have these mounted horizontally along the gunwales, but it is a challenge with longer rods. BoatBuckle HLS Vertical Rod Hold-Down Plus | Academy
  8. Trent

    Nitro 189 sport. 2010. 4 loud beeps every minute or so!!!

    My 2007 with an EFI 150 did that early this year, took to a Merc mechanic, ir was found to be a faulty oil pickup in the oil tank. $300 fix.
  9. Trent

    2007 Nitro Trailer Hubs Lubrication

    My trailer threw a bearing this spring and I had pay a mobile trailer repair to replace it (did both sides just to be safe)--BTW NOT cheap. This comes a year after I just had them repacked. Now, I see a milky white substance in the bearing when I pop off the rubber cap, and about a half...
  10. Trent

    New Nitro 189 FS

    https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLLKmYoWAEzXIG3axD7D8xB0L94nTjMOkF
  11. Trent

    Nitro 188 Sport Trolling Motor Shaft Length

    I replaced the (too short and underpowered) trolling motor on my 2007 189 Sport with a Motorguide Xi5 24v 80 lb. with a 45" shaft, and couldn't be happier. The decks on these boats are smaller than a typical bass boat, so the shaft does tend to take up the entire side of the front. That head...
  12. Trent

    Newbie Looking At 2002 Nitro 185 Sport. Questions.....

    I have a 2007 Nitro fish/ski. I would recommend you take it to a boat mechanic and have the compression checked on the motor, Also, find out how many hours on motor and check the hull thoroughly for cracks. If possible, check maintenance records to make sure that the prior owner has taken care...
  13. Trent

    Big Bass Bash

    I am still on the fence, I have fished it a couple of times before and it is a lot of fun. Be aware, there are probably going to be 2,000 or more boats on the lake, and weigh ins are every 3 hours, so traffic will be an issue. Check the scores on their website in real time to find out if your...
  14. Trent

    03 Nitro 188 Sport

    Hello, and welcome to the forum. I have an '07 189 Sport that had the same trolling motor and bracket. I'm pretty sure Nitro quit making them, but you can always check. I always try http://nitroboatparts.com/ first. If they do not make the bracket any longer, you can always have one...
  15. Trent

    Trailer Light Assembly For Nitro 189 Tracker

    Worked like a charm and took about 30 minutes to install.
  16. Trent

    Trailer Light Assembly For Nitro 189 Tracker

    I have seen what look like compatible LED light sets at Academy Sports. https://www.academy.com/shop/pdp/optronics%C2%AE-glolight%E2%84%A2-28-led-tail-lights-2-pack#repChildCatid=1061608 I have the same boat/trailer, and the tail light assembly seals leak, so the lightbulb fixture rusts and...
  17. Trent

    No Power To Start Motor!

    I had a similar issue, turned out to be a bad starter solenoid. My mechanic fixed it for $ 100 parts/labor. Works like a charm now.
  18. Trent

    Need New Skins Nitro 2006 189 Sport

    www.bassboatseats.com
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