Keepin up withthe Jones's

[5nuklheds]

We couldn't take it anymore and decided to just finally get a boat... If it were not for COVID and the kids always being on the video games I might have delayed buying a boat for awhile longer. I went in looking at the 212S but walked out with the AR240. Been on several lakes with her and still trying to feel her out. We love her to death, but man it is a learning curve.
Now I just need to decide where to spend more money.... already have a decent gouge in starboard side as we tied 5 boats together and the SeaHunt next to me got loose from the bumpers. So Mission Boat Gear Sentry's are now in hand!

 

[ZGhost]

There is something majestic about blue boats, congrats and welcome to the Jones’s ?

 

[zipper]

The guy in the SeaHunt needs to retire that flag.

 

[VitaminSea]

Congrats on the boat. Sharp looking. Bummer about the scratches. Probably needs some Spectrum Color Gel Coat Repair paste, wet sanding and polish to resolve. Have you tried marine compound to see if it will “lighten” it any? (As a short term solution).

Not sure if its just the picture, or if your trailer is slightly tilted down towards to tongue - i.e. need to adjust your ball height. Surprised to see the rear suspension of the Tundra as compressed as it is...

 

[5nuklheds]

The guy in the SeaHunt needs to retire that flag.

Yeah I told him repeatedly. I think after we got home he took care of it.

 

[5nuklheds]

Congrats on the boat. Sharp looking. Bummer about the scratches. Probably needs some Spectrum Color Gel Coat Repair paste, wet sanding and polish to resolve. Have you tried marine compound to see if it will “lighten” it any? (As a short term solution).

Not sure if its just the picture, or if your trailer is slightly tilted down towards to tongue - i.e. need to adjust your ball height. Surprised to see the rear suspension of the Tundra as compressed as it is...

I will give those a go, probably closer to the end of the season as I am sure it probably won't be the last of blemishes. Thank you for the suggestions, cars I am good with but the boat gel coat has me second guessing everything.

As for the beast of burden, she is a TRD Pro and we bought it for the wife years ago... Traded a good Tundra in for her and walked away with a Tundra set up for off roading more than towing. It is all about the suspension that she has, she has always squatted with any sort of load on the ball or in the bed. The parking lot was also kind of wonky to, but yeah I need to get a 4 inch riser for the ball.

 

[foozed]

We just got a 212s last week and debated if 24 ft would feel much bigger.
I was nervous about the trailering since the 212 is already pushing the limits of my toe rig but still curious if you found the extra 3 ft to be really noticeable.

 

[Dixie Highway]

There is something majestic about blue boats

I’ll agree with that! Congrats and welcome.

 

[Inthrustwetrust]

Nice set up! I also got a Tundra and the Grey/Black/Yellow 2020 AR240. Trailer guide posts were a huge help, boat is so big and with the top open it catches a crosswind like a sail.

 

[Dean P]

Huge fan of blue! That color combo is !!! Enjoy your time on her. She looks great.

 

[InmyElement]

Of course I love the blue, best color!! The best pic is of the party...I need to move to Wake Forest!

 

[Crob83]

We couldn't take it anymore and decided to just finally get a boat... If it were not for COVID and the kids always being on the video games I might have delayed buying a boat for awhile longer. I went in looking at the 212S but walked out with the AR240. Been on several lakes with her and still trying to feel her out. We love her to death, but man it is a learning curve.
Now I just need to decide where to spend more money.... already have a decent gouge in starboard side as we tied 5 boats together and the SeaHunt next to me got loose from the bumpers. So Mission Boat Gear Sentry's are now in hand!

To make sure that doesn't happen again, you should get some babz. They are sold out until July, just so happens I have 2 for sale?

 

[5nuklheds]

We just got a 212s last week and debated if 24 ft would feel much bigger.
I was nervous about the trailering since the 212 is already pushing the limits of my toe rig but still curious if you found the extra 3 ft to be really noticeable.

Congrats on your Boat as well! I was worried about this as well, but there really doesn't seem to be much weight difference. I have towed her at 10% fuel and 100% and she tows like a champ. She is smooth and floats down the road. Now in town that is a bit different... not sure the three feet would matter. She is still a road pig.

 

[5nuklheds]

To make sure that doesn't happen again, you should get some babz. They are sold out until July, just so happens I have 2 for sale?

I will look into those, but I just got my Mission Gear Sentrys and those babies are SWEET!

 

[5nuklheds]

Nice set up! I also got a Tundra and the Grey/Black/Yellow 2020 AR240. Trailer guide posts were a huge help, boat is so big and with the top open it catches a crosswind like a sail.

Sounds like a great combo, I was looking hard at your color scheme but the wife said NO!! I love the yellow!

 

[Crob83]

I will look into those, but I just got my Mission Gear Sentrys and those babies are SWEET!

Ya I almost bought mission Sentrys myself. I went with babz just for the sheer size. Perfect for rafting up to any style boat and keeping a lot of distance between the 2 compared to smaller fenders. Bought 4 but discovered I really only use 2. The 2 I have left are still in packaging

 

[5nuklheds]

Ya I almost bought mission Sentrys myself. I went with babz just for the sheer size. Perfect for rafting up to any style boat and keeping a lot of distance between the 2 compared to smaller fenders. Bought 4 but discovered I really only use 2. The 2 I have left are still in packaging

Let me run these for awhile then I might shout out to you if they don't work like I want.

 

[Beachcampin]

I will give those a go, probably closer to the end of the season as I am sure it probably won't be the last of blemishes. Thank you for the suggestions, cars I am good with but the boat gel coat has me second guessing everything.

As for the beast of burden, she is a TRD Pro and we bought it for the wife years ago... Traded a good Tundra in for her and walked away with a Tundra set up for off roading more than towing. It is all about the suspension that she has, she has always squatted with any sort of load on the ball or in the bed. The parking lot was also kind of wonky to, but yeah I need to get a 4 inch riser for the ball.

I had a squatting problem on my rig as well and installed these airbags with the compressor. Always able to keep it flat now for stability.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001OMVCGY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 

[Miitch]

We couldn't take it anymore and decided to just finally get a boat... If it were not for COVID and the kids always being on the video games I might have delayed buying a boat for awhile longer. I went in looking at the 212S but walked out with the AR240. Been on several lakes with her and still trying to feel her out. We love her to death, but man it is a learning curve.
Now I just need to decide where to spend more money.... already have a decent gouge in starboard side as we tied 5 boats together and the SeaHunt next to me got loose from the bumpers. So Mission Boat Gear Sentry's are now in hand!

That is one gorgeous looking vessel! Is this your first time owning/driving jet? I just picked up an 18' Sea Doo as my first and man, it is a learning curve! i can't imagine a 24' as my first! Let me know any tips and tricks you discover!

 

[5nuklheds]

That is one gorgeous looking vessel! Is this your first time owning/driving jet? I just picked up an 18' Sea Doo as my first and man, it is a learning curve! i can't imagine a 24' as my first! Let me know any tips and tricks you discover!

Yeah I was going for the 21 or shorter, but the wife said "Go Big or Go Home." Yes it is a HUGE learning curve, but to be honest I am starting from scratch as I haven't motored anything on the water for many many years.
Where in Ontario? I do have some work that takes me to Hamilton and Cayuga.