My 2022 SunTracker 22DLX Thread

[eeshaw]

You're going to like the Vessel View. I have it for my jon boat but I splurged and got the black box setup so I wouldn't have to contend with connectivity issues. That thing can do so much it's just ridiculous.

 

[Tin Man]

Spoke to very reuptable Merc dealer at the Bart Hall Show (SoCal Fishing/Outdoor Show) last week and he said there are two fuel filters on the 60hp. Perhaps your also has two? He said most who service themselves only change the one that is most accessible, as the second one is more work to get two.
OEM Service Manual (which I'll also purchase) will show filters. It would be cool if one of the two filters is for water, but I doubt it.

 

[Tin Man]

You're going to like the Vessel View. I have it for my jon boat but I splurged and got the black box setup so I wouldn't have to contend with connectivity issues. That thing can do so much it's just ridiculous.

wondering....does the black box (ex. to FF) have the ability to show more data than the mobile version?

 

[FuzzyGrub]

Spoke to very reuptable Merc dealer at the Bart Hall Show (SoCal Fishing/Outdoor Show) last week and he said there are two fuel filters on the 60hp. Perhaps your also has two? He said most who service themselves only change the one that is most accessible, as the second one is more work to get two.
OEM Service Manual (which I'll also purchase) will show filters. It would be cool if one of the two filters is for water, but I doubt it.

The OP manual does mention two filters, but only tell you how to service the low pressure one. The high pressure one, it says see your dealer. The OEM Service Manual should tell me if it is something I can/should do.

 

[LDUBS]

The OP manual does mention two filters, but only tell you how to service the low pressure one. The high pressure one, it says see your dealer. The OEM Service Manual should tell me if it is something I can/should do.

My Honda has low and high fuel pressure filters. The low pressure one is right there and simple to service. The high pressure filter has the same footnote about dealer service. It is more involved but not so much I don't do it myself. Both are supposed to be replaced every two years/400 hours. In practice, I replace the low pressure at my annual maintenance and the high pressure one every two years. BTW, for my Honda an OEM replacement high pressure filter is pricey and one of the little O-rings runs $15 - $20 which always has me scratching my head. I'm glad it only happens every 24 months.

 

[eeshaw]

wondering....does the black box (ex. to FF) have the ability to show more data than the mobile version?

I believe it does but you should research it for yourself. I'm very happy with mine.

 

[FuzzyGrub]

Went to camp to hook up the water for this year. Also took some dock measurements. Going to replace the 10' wide canopy with 12'. Stopped by the pontoon. Installed VesselView, SureShade app to control the bimini top, and the outboard vented cover. Spent some time trying to figue out the best way to run the transducer cable up into the console. Think I have it figured out. Too cold to wash and wax the toons.

 

[LDUBS]

If I understand you can raise and lower the Bimini remotely -- that is awesome! I had no idea something like that existed.

I like the service/maintenance schedule, especially the 3 years or 36 months for the water pump. My Honda says to check it every 12 months (or 200 hrs). I figure if I'm going to the trouble to pull things apart to "check" the impeller, I might as well spend an extra $20 to replace it.

 

[FuzzyGrub]

If I understand you can raise and lower the Bimini remotely -- that is awesome! I had no idea something like that existed.

I like the service/maintenance schedule, especially the 3 years or 36 months for the water pump. My Honda says to check it every 12 months (or 200 hrs). I figure if I'm going to the trouble to pull things apart to "check" the impeller, I might as well spend an extra $20 to replace it.

Myself, probably would have been fine with the reliability of a manual Bimini. A bluetooth Bimini that updates its own firmware, seems more complicated, than need be. There are reported issues with the manual switches overheating and using the app to control is highly recommended. It also comes with an Allen key and instructions on how to overide it if it gets stuck. My daughter and wife will be happier with the powered, though.

Yearly on the impeller seems excessive, but I would do same. Doing that work just to inspect, might as well replace. I went with recommended three years on my Mercruiser, and never had an issue. I replaced the impeller and housing, and other parts, too. I think the 150 uses the same or very similar pump.

 

[FuzzyGrub]

I got the transducer mounted and cable run up to the console. Needed the 10' extension to reach. It took a little effort to get the connector through the existing wad of cables. I have a temp mounting of the gps/fishfineder, until I'm sure of the loaction I want.

Put 3 coats of industrial floor wax on the toons, to make it easier to remove the scum line in the fall. Recommended by other "tooners" : WAX It took about a full gallon.

If all goes well, will be launching on Thurs/Friday.

 

[FuzzyGrub]

With good help, was able to back it down the long driveway to a private ramp. Had to power unload it to get off the bunks. In ten minutes it was at our dock. Today the 2 hour break-in.

 

[Stand Up]

Beautiful. That's quite the craft for sure. Kinda like taking your living room along fishing. Let us know how it handles and the gas consumption would be interesting as well.

 

[FuzzyGrub]

I completed the 2 hour break-in, including the 1 minute of WOT, every 10 minutes. It was a somewhat gusty day, and learned what a big sail a pontoon is, especially at 30mph. She is ready to go for Memorial Day weekend, first family outing.

I forgot to mention on the fish finder install, that power wiring was already installed to fuse panel. It went to micro bullet connectors behind the console. I didn’t have any that small, so replaced with what I had, going to the Humminbird power cable. Now, I will say it is quite the rats nest of wiring in there. Everything is pushed to the starboard side of console, because of the cooler storage feature on the port side of it. Even has an audio amplifier stuffed in there.

 

[LDUBS]

I completed the 2 hour break-in, including the 1 minute of WOT, every 10 minutes. It was a somewhat gusty day, and learned what a big sail a pontoon is, especially at 30mph. She is ready to go for Memorial Day weekend, first family outing.

I forgot to mention on the fish finder install, that power wiring was already installed to fuse panel. It went to micro bullet connectors behind the console. I didn’t have any that small, so replaced with what I had, going to the Humminbird power cable. Now, I will say it is quite the rats nest of wiring in there. Everything is pushed to the starboard side of console, because of the cooler storage feature on the port side of it. Even has an audio amplifier stuffed in there.

Awesome! How is it to launch a retrieve. Ones I've watched at our ramps seemed to center right up on the trailer without any problems.

 

[FuzzyGrub]

Awesome! How is it to launch a retrieve. Ones I've watched at our ramps seemed to center right up on the trailer without any problems.

I haven’t retrieved it yet. Probably sometime in October. I see allot of comments of people having problems, especially with wind. The trailer has long guide-ons, about 2/3rd the length of the bunks. I’m not anticipating any major issues.

 

[Tin Man]

Grub....how's that awesome toon doing! I bet you and your family are having all kinds of fun and making great memories!

BTW...how's the Vessel View Mobil (VVM) been?
I'm debating between adding the VVM and the Vessel View Link (Black Box).

 

[FuzzyGrub]

Vacation diverted our attention, but been back at it since the forth. VSM has been working, but getting some disconnects under way. The SunTracker phone holder is not in the ideal location for a good Bluetooth connection back to the engine. I haven’t tried other positions yet. VSM is all digital displays. So I use the analog gauges and verify on the VSM, and monitor some of the VSM only data.

Added 4’ to the boat dock, last week, and now have to get the 12’ X 20’ canopy in place.

Have you blessed your Tracker with plenty of fish slime?

 

[FuzzyGrub]

The boat house (canopy) is almost done. Have to add some bumper planks on the right side plus some misc finishes.

 

[LDUBS]

Last pic is terrific -- living the life!

 

[FuzzyGrub]

I’m seeing wot 31 mph gps, with rpm’s at 5400. Operating wot range is 5000 - 6000. That is with a light load of 3 adults and 60lb lab. The OEM prop is a Mercury Enertia 15.6” X 13P. Calculates out to about 10% slip, which I think is very good for a pontoon. While there is the Enertia 16” X 11P , it is around $900 with hub.

For a spare, chose a Solas Rubex 15.5” X 11P X 3. Went with the double cup version. I want to get the rpm’s up to be able to still be in the operating range with a full load. Hopefully be able to test this weekend.