new nitro owner

[kris hirt]

Hey guys just bought my first nitro yesterday. It's a 1996 nitro 160 tf and it's in amazing condition. I was wondering if anyone had any idea on where I can find a spec sheet for this boat. I have to say it has been very difficult to find any information on this boat at all on the internet. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[cq]

You might try iboat specs, NADA and http://www.abos.com/(pay site). I think at most, all you find at any one place will be length, dry weight, beam and max hp.
Welcome.

cq

 

[AirForce]

I usually just google it and get the specs from iboats, its generally pretty close to right. http://boatspecs.iboats.com/Nitro_by_Tracker_Marine__160_TF__1996/bp/66b119006

 

[kris hirt]

ok one more question maybe someone can help me with. The only thing wrong with the boat is some of the nylon straps on the storage compartments are torn apart. I've searched on the internet for replacements with no success. Any suggestions on where I can find replacement straps or what keywords I should be searching for? I a rookie in the boating world so if my questions seem trivial I apologize. I'm just trying to learn from people who know! Thanks in advance for the help

 

[AirForce]

show a picture of this. I've never seen straps in or near storage compartments. The ONLY place I can think of that would have nylon straps is the bilge area for holding batteries in place. Those are a dime a dozen at any marine type store like Bass Pro, Academy etc. Battery hold down straps. Is that what you're referring to?

This link is just one of many if its what you're referring to http://www.iboats.com/Marine-Battery-Trays-Tie-Downs/dm/view_id.216581

 

[cq]

I think my 96 170DC had straps, just big enough to insert a couple of fingers. Google nylon webbing or hatch lift pin.

 

[AirForce]

OHHHHH hatch lift straps, NOW I get it (DUHH) Ok, then go here, make your own straps http://greatlakesskipper.com/upholstery/hy-dem

 

[kris hirt]

exactly what I was looking for thank you very much!

 

[rbstern]

Kris, welcome and enjoy your new-to-you boat.

My first Nitro was a '95 170TF. Loved it. Great boat.