Got some terrible news today

Got some news today that made me want to tear up a bit. As some of y'all know, I ordered me a brand spanking new boat about a month or so ago. I was told when I made the order, that it would be around the end of February before it arrives due to me having a little bit of custom work done to it. Being that it's March 03, I decided I better call the dealership and make sure he hasn't forgotten about me. This is where the sad part starts, the conversation starts like this, (Dealer) I've been meaning to call you in regards to you order (Me) Really, is my boat ready for pick up? (Dealer) Not exactly, actually it hasn't even been built yet. (Me) Eyes beginning to moisten, why is that? (Dealer) There appears to be a shortage of aluminum. (Me) WHAT? (Dealer) Yea, the Ford Motor Co. is beginning to use aluminum in most all there cars to lighten them up and improve fuel mileage. Due to this the aluminum market is in short supply. Most boat manufactures are having to back order many models until supply can increase to meet demand. (Me) Bad Word, Bad Word, Bad Word! (Dealer) It will be at least another month. (Me) Bad Word, Bad Word, Bad Word, Bad Word! (Dealer) Have a great day, I'll call ya when it arrives. (Me) No longer able to talk, as the snot bubbles begin to appear.

What dealer?

Be careful now. Backordering a new boat just before the spring bite might make a good man cuss!

This just isn't no way to treat a crappie fisherman right at the spawn!!! I got a little water eyed just reading about this news. You would think they would have known this information when you placed your order.

That would be Martin's Performance Boating

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Originally Posted by SNAP HUNTER

What dealer?

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Originally Posted by Inkdabber

That would be Martin's Performance Boating

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That's disappointing. My mom and dad bought a pontoon from them and haven't had any problems. I bet they didn't order like they said they would and the excuse was to keep the blame off of them.

Sorry to hear that Tim. I agree with Ronnie and Snap Hunter on this one, they had to know about it. You need to tell them they need to throw in some free crappie equipment, rods, reels, line...... depth finder. I hope you get it soon.

I feel your pain, Ink. I ordered a Lund Pro V 2100 in September a few years ago. It finally arrived the following August. Sadness abounds.

That excuse sounds like it came out of the back end of a horse.
Maybe time to look at a different dealer to see if you get the same info from them

OH NO!!! I hope it wasn't a Ranger. I have a new one ordered. I would chit if I got a call like that!

That is terrible news! Hate to hear that it had to happen this time of year too. Maybe they can fast track your order to keep you a satisfied customer.

You want me to cuss for you? Hate to hear that kind of news. I know you got a good deal but can you go else where? Good luck Ink.

:( Sorry!

You still got your fiberglass boat, right?!?

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Originally Posted by oldgoat49

OH NO!!! I hope it wasn't a Ranger. I have a new one ordered. I would chit if I got a call like that!

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I hope it wasn't a Lowe. I have a Fishing Machine on order. Better call them tomorrow.

Nope, sold it to a member two days ago. I'm boatless! It'll be alright, I'm not settling for a second rate boat. I've fished out of used boats all my fishing career. There are many good boats out there, but my heart settled on two makes and models. The lowe boat was my first choice, and that is the one I will be getting. The other brand is not sold in SC, so it was not going to happen anyways. Not having a boat sucks, but time will pass and it will be here before I know it. I can look at my new rod racks, trolling motor, and sonars to pass the time. Hopefully you fellows will start posting some good fishing reports, that'll really get my blood boiling.

Man Tim, I am sorry to hear that. Was looking forward to seeing you on the water. Soon as I get back from Florida the end of March I'll see if we can hook up in my boat for a trip or two. My guys are not getting together until the first week of May so I should be able to make it down a couple of times in April if you game.
And maybe....our course will have dried out enough to be worth playing by then. Right now you could fish in some of the fairways.
Ray

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Originally Posted by Inkdabber

Nope, sold it to a member two days ago. I'm boatless! It'll be alright, I'm not settling for a second rate boat. I've fished out of used boats all my fishing career. There are many good boats out there, but my heart settled on two makes and models. The lowe boat was my first choice, and that is the one I will be getting. The other brand is not sold in SC, so it was not going to happen anyways. Not having a boat sucks, but time will pass and it will be here before I know it. I can look at my new rod racks, trolling motor, and sonars to pass the time. Hopefully you fellows will start posting some good fishing reports, that'll really get my blood boiling.

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Yikes! I definitely will be calling them tomorrow. We bought ours from Cabela's so maybe they have more pull with Lowe.

Sounds like a crock of crap to me. Get a new dealer!!

Tim remember me talking about my luck.......well I reckon a little rubbed off on you! I hate it for you......

But hey if you get to jonesin too bad you know were a boat your pretty familiar with is..........Your welcome to take her out..

Thanks Ray and Eddie, I will certainly keep you guys in mind if the itch gets so bad I need to scratch it before the new boat arrives.

I got a new 2070 from them last year. took a longer to get it than quoted but do have lowe contact info sent by them

Nick Candler
Lowe Customer Care Rep
[email protected]
866-395-1152

call or email and check it out

That aluminum story is total BS, and that don't stand for Big Slabs.

Call me.

That's why you buy from Big River Marine! Back up punt and call Bill.

Very disappointing news. But it always helps me when I start to get mad, to remind myself it's not cancer. ( I've been there) Then I can put things back into prospective.

Hoping you get your boat real soon.

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Originally Posted by BigRiverMarine

That aluminum story is total BS, and that don't stand for Big Slabs.

Call me.

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I don't know about other brands but my local Ranger rep said the same thing. The story sounded kinda legit.

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Originally Posted by oldgoat49

I don't know about other brands but my local Ranger rep said the same thing. The story sounded kinda legit.

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so happens Bill, at BigRiverMarine is a Authorized Ranger dealer along with a few other brands , his knowledge of the Boat industry is more then impeccable !!! the man knows the Business for SURE !!!!

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Originally Posted by strmwalker

so happens Bill, at BigRiverMarine is a Authorized Ranger dealer along with a few other brands , his knowledge of the Boat industry is more then impeccable !!! the man knows the Business for SURE !!!!

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I'm sure that Bill at BR Marine is impeccable. If I read his post correct his was saying that the story was bull-hit. I was confirming that theory according to a Ranger representative who also knows the business. If I'm correct...the boat the original post was about is a Lowe's (Martin's Performance).

A simple search on the ol interweb reveals very little about a current aluminum shortage..........Is scrap aluminum prices way up? I dont think it is......

it's far more likely they are behind on ( special builds ) due to a back log, labor or other factors...........

Tim, it's time to call the rep.

Nick Candler
Lowe Customer Care Rep
[email protected]
866-395-1152

Or the home office... just to see what the story is that they tell...

I appreciate all the responses, but to be truthful I wrote this thread to pick fun at myself, not to bash the dealer or Lowe boats. I've owned a boat of some kind for more than 33 years now, not having one readily available to me is sort of a strange feeling. Here it is March 06, and I haven't wet a single hook yet this year. My original plan was to keep my two old boats and get new motors. My wife recommended me sell the two boats and get a brand new one of my liking. I was reluctant at the beginning due to the prices, but we agreed to refinance the house, borrow enough for the new boat and for some home repairs. I looked at every make and model that was available, how they were built and options. I am a versatile crappie fishermen, I'm not great at any one technique, but more than capable of holding my own long line trolling, slow troll/tight lining, shooting docks, or my favorite of one pole vertical jigging. I prefer a motor with a tiller, I needed a boat big enough to handle some rough water, and made strong enough to ride over stumps and logs. I chose the Lowe 1860DLX, my second choice was a Crestliner 1860DLX, not sure if these boats are made by the same manufacturer or not, but they look identical. I had some additional pedestal seat mounts added in the floor, and had the boat made out of .125 aluminum. There are no Crestliner dealers in SC that I could find, and only two Lowe dealers that could get the boat I wanted. I chose Martins marine, Jimmy the owner seemed like a nice, straight shooting fellow, until he proves differently, I will continue to believe that. When I placed the order, Jimmy had already made his order for the month of February. He thought he could get my boat piggybacked with his current order, but it didn't come to pass. I knew this going in, I wasn't overly excited about it, but didn't want to settle for another make and model boat other than the one I wanted. His story of the aluminum shortage was told in fun more than as a ploy to keep me from getting angry. Does this suck not having a boat, or not getting the one I ordered in time for the early big fish bite, yes it does, but isn't the end of the world either. As long as I stay healthy, I'll catch more than my share before the year is out that you can count on. In the meanwhile, I have a never ending list of honey do's to get caught up on and I can't use that; I'm going fishing excuse to put them off, at least not just yet.

With the purchase of a new hole in the water,,,,I am sure the honey do list is growing exponentially daily !!! I appreciate your honesty and your humility about the whole ordeal. Amazing how when we are tested, we grow....May God bless you with many limits when your new boat arives!

tommy will be glad to take you anyway I bet!

Tim I am glad to hear the post was done as fun. Wait on your new boat and enjoy rigging it the way you want . I just bought another boat and it is a project boat to play with I went to Birmingham Alabama to get it. It was what I wanted and the closest I could find. Don't ever take your Heath for granted because we never know what is growing inside us and be found and turn our world upside down. Don

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Originally Posted by strmwalker

so happens Bill, at BigRiverMarine is a Authorized Ranger dealer along with a few other brands , his knowledge of the Boat industry is more then impeccable !!! the man knows the Business for SURE !!!!

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How much I owe you for the advertising.
BWAHAHAHAHAHA

THANK YOU!!!! I appreciate the vote of confidence!!! [emoji56]