Ranger 168, Owner'S Manual

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A MESSAGE FROM
RANGER FOUNDER,
FORREST WOOD
Congratulations! You and your new
Ranger are part of a celebrated legacy
of leadership spanning over four
decades. From the first six boats built
in 1968, Ranger has grown into an
internationally known household name.
Today, it’s the boat of choice for the
world’s most accomplished anglers as
well as Chevrolet, NASCAR, Cabela’s,
the Wal-Mart FLW Tour and countless
other leading organizations around the
globe. Most importantly, though, it’s your
boat of choice and we’re truly honored to
be a part of your family and the dreams and
memories you’ll share with others. As the
owner of a new Ranger boat, you’re eligible for
even more benefits from the Ranger Owner’s
Group. Drop us a line or visit our website at
rangerboats.com for more details. It’s just one more
way we’d like to say ‘thank you’.
This manual is intended to help you better understand your boat while also helping
make basic care and maintenance even easier. Additionally, it provides important
information essential for safe and pleasant boat operation. Please take the time to
study this manual along with your engine and equipment manuals before operating
your boat. Should you have questions, visit with your Ranger dealer or contact us at…
Ranger Boats • P.O. Box 179 • Flippin, AR 72634 • 870-453-2222 • rangerboats.com
We encourage you to make safety and courteous boating practices an integral part of
your outdoor activities. “Boat Smart From The Start.” Take a boating education
course and get a vessel safety check for your boat. For more information on these
important services, contact the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary at 1-800-368-
5647, www.cgaux.org, or the United States Power Squadrons at 888-FOR-USPS,
www.usps.org. Remember that common sense and sound judgment are two of the
most important elements to carry with you on every outing.
If we can be of additional help, feel free to give us a call, visit us on the internet,
contact your local dealer, or just drop us a line through the mail. Thank you, again, for
being a part of the legendary “Ranger Family!”
Sincerely,
Forrest L. Wood
Founder