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'07 2000 Pathfinder vs. '05 2200 TE Pathfinder
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the 2200 with the HPDI................you'll get better fuel economy, plus a bigger boat is always better.........BTW..........you'll need someone to go with........,,hint hint
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The only problem I can find with the 2200 is that it has a single axle trailer. I'm pretty sure that the boat/motor combo is over the safe weight for the trailer. Isn't it funny how dealerships like to sell an expensive boat with the cheapest trailer possible to save a few bucks!
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You didn't mention that.............what kind of trailer???
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They know that you don't want that trailer so they'll just jack the price and equip you with a tandem-axle trailer. They're as crooked as car dealers. |
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trailer
It's got an almuinum "I" beam EZ Loader. I''m not sure what they are rated for, but my guess would be less that the 2200TE with a 200HPDI which is approx. 2,500lbs. Upgrading the trailer would def. have to be a priority within the first couple months....which is another 2k after a trade in with the old trailer.
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I would not drive away with a single-axle trailer under that boat. Tell 'em you want a tandem-axle or you're out. They're trying to hoot you.
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It's not a dealership. The boat is second-hand. I could possibly talke the seller down some for that and replace the trailer myself.
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Good idea.
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i would avoid the 20 pathy if possible, plagued with porpoising problems and the resale is much lower.....
it's a good hull and may not be too bad with the 2 stroke but 20' owners with the F150 almost always have to use tabs at midrange. the TE is much more boat, not really an apples to apples comparison.... |
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I'd vote for the 22 just on size. Pathfinder is a good boat, but will beat you up in a chop. 22 helps with that. That size also seems to be ideal for the wave spread on big lake.
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Pathfinder
I have a 2200 v pathfinder with a 150 yamaha 4- stroke,I bought it new in 1999 and it came with a tandem axle trailer. I can't complain about this rig, it is a good riding boat and a dry ride!
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cmdrost, do you find that your frontier 210 rides better than the 2200 pathfinder? curious for a possible future purchase.
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Get the biggest boat and engine u can afford. Also get a tandem axle trailer.
I know from experience tha a tandem will save u. Coming home from big ake last weekend i blew a bearing/ hub . I live in hammond, 3 1/2 hrs away. I limped home with one tire missing , but i made it home!! As far as boat size, a 22 ft will ride way beter than a 20 ft. And the engine is just as important. Id try and get a 225 4 stroke. Its great on fuel and isnt much more on price. I bought my purebay 2200 with a 150 2 stroke, 5 months later i got the 225 4 stroke yammy and love it!! Quiet, smooth, powerful and fuel efficent. Hope this helps. Also, get all ur add-ons dealer installed prior to picking up the boat. |
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I got a 05 22v pathfinder love the boat it's great light weight and runs fast with a 200 hpdi, but its always for sale.
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Either one you buy be sure to buy a mouthpiece to go with it. Pathfinders are one of the worst riding boats I've ever been in.
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Not if you have trim tabs, rides like a baby.
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This is true, trim tabs are a must with these boats.
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tete, I thought you had a pathfinder already?
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