I have an 04 PT175, not a TF and like very well. Bought it new with a Merc 60 2s, still runs strong, fairly easy on gas, but my style of fishing is not run and gun. I've kept mine inside from day one so it still looks good appearance wise, I've replaced the TM with a Terrova/IP and new FF (HDS 8 w/ss and HB 788 HD on the TM). I fish for crappie so its set up for that with rod holders to suit me. It's easy to tow, launch and load solo as I fish solo the majority of the time. Mine has been a very dependable boat overall, very few and all minor things that I've been able to fix or repair myself.
I bought it because it was a "package" deal, ready to fish, and it was and is, but overtime I wanted to upgrade and did. The terrova is a great TM for a crappie guy, I longline, pull cranks, shoot docks and single pole some and it works well for me.
The TF has the lower deck up front I believe which I like and should be a good thing to lower the center of gravity regarding wakes. Since I troll or am moving slowly around docks and shoreline, boat wakes will rock the boat more than I prefer but I've gotten accustomed to it, just have to be aware of your surroundings. I've not been in one of the newer ones, so can't comment on this in newer models. I would and will consider the PT 175 when it comes time to change things up. Enjoy your boat.
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