I'm talking to a guy that is selling a Ranger 340V with a Mariner 135 that is a 1993 model. I know they are short and wide, and people say they get kind of squirrely at high speeds. Other than that, can you guys tell me what I should be concerned about/make sure is ok with a Ranger from this era? He has gone over it and it has the following new items- carpet, steering cable, 3 new batteries, new bilge and livewell pumps, 2 new depth finders, hotfoot, etc. Boat has some clear coat hazing but it isn't bad.
The motor again is a 1993, it was professionally rebuilt 3 years ago and all new Merc parts were used, compression is very good in all cylinders. Lower unit is in perfect shape and oil is regularly maintained. Transom was checked out when the motor was off, and it is solid.
I'm not asking if it's a good deal for the money, that part is up to me (IMHO no boat is a smart buy, it's just if it meets your needs and you can afford it). I'm just wanting to know about Rangers from this era. I have big bass boat experience but I've been fishing out of a 14' tin bass boat as of late, and it's too small for me and my wife to both enjoy fishing without worrying about falling in. Thanks folks.
The motor again is a 1993, it was professionally rebuilt 3 years ago and all new Merc parts were used, compression is very good in all cylinders. Lower unit is in perfect shape and oil is regularly maintained. Transom was checked out when the motor was off, and it is solid.
I'm not asking if it's a good deal for the money, that part is up to me (IMHO no boat is a smart buy, it's just if it meets your needs and you can afford it). I'm just wanting to know about Rangers from this era. I have big bass boat experience but I've been fishing out of a 14' tin bass boat as of late, and it's too small for me and my wife to both enjoy fishing without worrying about falling in. Thanks folks.