16' Fisher

mdt123 · #1 October 20th, 2009, 02:53 PM

I'm looking at a used 16' v-Hull Fisher SV-3 for what seems like a great price. However, I can find almost no info on this boat anywhere. I'm thinking it's a 1987, aluminum hull. Got the length, width, transom height and that's about it. Can anyone tell me anything more about these?

I've read that Fisher was bought out by Tracker in the mid 90's and folks seem happier with the older boats. It might be a solid hull or 2 piece welded. Either way, no rivets is good with me. Floor might be aluminum too, which would just be fantastic. Still waiting on the owner to get back to me on these questions.

I plan to make a little trip to see it, but I want as much info as I can get on this boat first. Any advice would be much appreciated. Thanks!

Huron Angler · #2 October 20th, 2009, 03:14 PM

If it's is a welded hull that is a GREAT deal for $1500 since it includes a 40hp and a trolling motor with batteries.

All-welded hulls hold their value very well for obvious reasons.

Good luck with the boat!

ezmobee · #3 October 20th, 2009, 03:25 PM

That is such a screaming deal I bet it's gone by the time you get there.....

mdt123 · #4 October 20th, 2009, 11:22 PM

Thanks for the support...and maybe you could take that link down

Huron Angler · #5 October 21st, 2009, 11:03 AM

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Originally Posted by mdt123

Thanks for the support...and maybe you could take that link down

What link???

mdt123 · #6 October 21st, 2009, 12:25 PM

Went last night. Perfect for me. Had $ in hand. No title.

ezmobee · #7 October 21st, 2009, 07:34 PM

What state are you in? Some states are better than others. For example, here in PA it would be no big deal.

mdt123 · #8 October 23rd, 2009, 11:01 AM

Worked it out and here is my new 1987 Fisher SV-3. I'm pumped!

ezmobee · #9 October 23rd, 2009, 11:07 AM

You stole that. Absolutely STOLE it. Good luck with it. Great find! Don't be a stranger.

mdt123 · #10 October 23rd, 2009, 01:08 PM

HA! That's good to hear. I'm feeling pretty good about it. I'm moving from an Outcast pontoon to this, so I'll have plenty of questions for you guys I'm sure. Thanks again!

moonfish · #11 October 23rd, 2009, 01:10 PM

Yeah that is cool and a looks like a deal. It's smart to be careful about titles and such.

Huron Angler · #12 October 23rd, 2009, 02:13 PM

Congratulations! Great looking boat especially at that price. Is it actually an all-welded hull or are their some rivets holding her together?

mdt123 · #13 October 23rd, 2009, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Huron Angler

Is it actually an all-welded hull or are their some rivets holding her together?

Thanks. It's welded for sure. However, there are some small groupings of rivets on each side. Maybe to secure the deck?

Huron Angler · #14 October 23rd, 2009, 03:07 PM

Sounds like a very nice hull, no rivets to loosen up and leak

Just curious what the data plate has to say...as far as weight capacity and hp ratings. Those all-welded hulls should be rated higher than rivetted, just curious.

What kind of fish are you after?

mdt123 · #15 October 23rd, 2009, 03:19 PM

I'll check tonight (My new gal is getting snowed on right now!) but I beleive I saw a load of 1300. I have no idea how that compares.

I'm a bass guy.

Huron Angler · #16 October 23rd, 2009, 03:31 PM

If it's getting snowed on make sure the plug is out and the bow is up

Congrats on the purchase, she'll make a very nice bass rig.

mdt123 · #17 October 30th, 2009, 05:00 PM

Huron Angler - The plate says 1300 lbs, 5 people and 75hp motor. I really don't know about 5 people in there though. How does that rate?

Huron Angler · #18 October 30th, 2009, 05:32 PM

75hp is pretty good, my 16' is rated for 85hp...I would attribute the difference to the Starcraft SS having higher sides and just a montrous, cavernous splashwell.

5 people wouldn't fish that rig comfortably but she's perfect for 2-3, the extra weight capacity can then be used for extra fishing gear, a bigger cooler full of beverages

, or just extra gas.

Glad you were able to get the info