Ranger Fiberglass Plant Tour We’ve pioneered many firsts that have become industry standards and have proprietary processes that make Ranger® boats stand tall as the best brand of boats. Our pultruded transoms and fiberglass stringers are unmatched in strength and offer a one-piece feel found nowhere else.

Bass boats will not completely sink but may take on significant water if they strike something that punctures the hull, in very rough water, or in heavy rains. Bass boats are among the safest boats you can use.

There is no doubt they are a nice boat and have a great resale value. As do a lot of other glass boats. If you see one you like, it would be hard to go wrong. Bought a 94 690v that was not taken care of, the only way I could afford a Ranger, A lot of elbow grease and tlc and the boat looks great.

Why do bass boats have such sparkly glitter paint? The answer is both by manufacturers to attract fishermen buyer’s to a good-looking boat and to hide the scratches and scuffs associated with hard fishing the boat will endure. There is also some belief that the reflection of the glitter will attract fish.

Carpeted floors provide anglers greater stability and footing than traditional slick-hulls do. Since bass boats have flat beds with no real guard railing, this is especially important for keeping anglers safe. Bass fishing often occurs in very hazard-rich sections of water.

Why do bass boats need such large motors? Bass boats rely on large horsepower outboard motors to increase fuel efficiency and get onto top speed plane faster. The biggest reason for large motors is to decrease travel time while increasing fishing time.

When the gelcoat was originally sprayed into the hull mold, it — like all gels — took on the shape and texture of the mold surface. The ultra high gloss most new boats exhibit is due entirely to the highly polished, mirror-like surface of the mold used in the original construction of the boat.

Properly applying gelcoat is the key to a good finish. If the surface is already covered with gelcoat, or if the surface is a fiberglass, or polyester resin, then applying gelcoat will be a snap. If the surface is paint, then the paint would have to be removed before applying the gelcoat.

Bleach – It’s tempting to use bleach to clean your boats tough stains, bilge, and other nasty areas. The problem is that bleach is an extremely harsh chemical. It will dull your gelcoat in only a few applications, cause paint to fade, change the color on your vinyl, and corrode your fittings.

So why would you wax your boat when it’s in the water? The first and most obvious answer is convenience. Cleaning and waxing your boat in the water can save both time and money, but also provide another benefit that money can’t buy; owner pride.

Waxing your boat’s hull is among the most important maintenance items you’ll be tasked with as a boat owner. Wax protects against corrosion and chemical breakdown from salt, as well as against barnacles and other organic buildups that can cling to the hull below the surface of the water.

And what many owners forget: the sun. Using a compound, wax, or boat polish with UV protection will ensure that your boat doesn’t succumb to sun damage as quickly as it can. This won’t only preserve the value of the boat, but ensure that it’s pretty to look at for years to come.

2. Wax thoroughly. A good, thorough waxing will help your boat stay protected from changes in temperature if you’re in a cold-weather state and will help keep your boat looking shiny and new if you’re in a climate of perpetual summer. Either way, it never hurts to wax.

between 60-80°F.

Having a pro thoroughly clean your boat’s exterior and then give it a new coat of wax will help it to withstand the rigors of the winter ahead, including the impact of UV rays on the gelcoat. “The wintertime sun is much lower and much more direct on the hullside,” said Nolan.

To optimize boat performance, hull cleaning is desirable as soon as fouling accrues. This normally happens every 4-12 weeks. There are a few factors that will have an impact on cleaning frequency, such as geographical location, water temperature and salinity but also usage patterns.