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I am in the process of purchasing a used Montauk 170 2011 model. I just recently sold my 2011 130 SS BW in two days and while I was a huge fan of that boat, anything more than two adults and 1-2 kids on a tube made the 40HP struggle to get up on plane. I fish near shore in the FL Panhandle and Dune Lakes. I am curious if anyone in our group has discovered any after market aft seat options? The dealer installed aft fold down seats are $1800.00 plus and the Aft bench is in the 2800.00 range. BW makes a fine seat but wondering if there is any other options I have yet to identify to get the family of five on the boat for a day of cruising?

Best,
Eric