Thanks jimh and PhilT.
Sure enough, a fuse under the cowling was blown. I popped-in a new fuse, and all was fine.
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- Sat Apr 29, 2023 8:22 am
- Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
- Topic: Loss of Electrical Power to Engine
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2842
- Sun Apr 23, 2023 1:36 pm
- Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
- Topic: Loss of Electrical Power to Engine
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2842
Loss of Electrical Power to Engine
[This thread is moved to SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL for discussion] My 2005 170 Montauk with 2005 Mercury 90 FOURSTROKE has no electrical power. The boat has a freshly charged battery. The terminals [of some unspecified connection point] are clean and tightened by wrench. There is no power-trim operation...
- Wed Feb 22, 2023 7:16 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 13-footer: Rub Rail Removal Problem
- Replies: 2
- Views: 913
Re:13-footer: Rub Rail Removal Problem
[The pins or screws that have a small hole in them] are rivets. Drill them out. Fill holes with MarineTex. Replace with stainless screws.
- Thu Sep 29, 2022 7:04 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3027
Re: Removing Varnish Stains From Nonskid Surface.
Here’s a process that worked for me: ⋅ buy Franmar Soy-Strip Marine Coating Remover ⋅ saturate a few of the spots ⋅ cover with kitchen plastic wrap so the spots do not dry out ⋅ let sit over-night ⋅ add more if dried out ⋅ scrub with stiff ...
- Wed Aug 31, 2022 7:46 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 13-footer Holes in Gunwales
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1701
Re: 13-footer Holes in Gunwales
Those holes on either side are meant for oarlocks. You can sit on the anchor locker and row an older 13-footer with oars. I’ve done it several times—over 60 years ago.
- Thu Jul 28, 2022 7:40 am
- Forum: MARKETPLACE
- Topic: WTB: Classic Whaler in Boston Area
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1712
Re: WTB: Classic Whaler 16/17 - Boston Area
[Please contact the buyer directly using the method of contact specified. Thank you.]
- Wed Jun 22, 2022 10:57 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Yamaha and Sharrow Reach Agreement on Propellers
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2426
Re: Yamaha and Sharrow Reach Agreement on Propellers
The Sharrow propeller design is interesting. I will need a [a sea trial of a Sharrow propeller] on my boat to see if the Sharrow propeller has the benefits that Sharrow claims.
ASIDE: My Yamaha dealer has made some good money with me as a customer. My boat has a 2021 Yamaha F300 4.2.
ASIDE: My Yamaha dealer has made some good money with me as a customer. My boat has a 2021 Yamaha F300 4.2.
- Tue Mar 08, 2022 8:39 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Positive Boating
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1056
Re: Positive Boating
NEVER approach another boat or dock any faster than you’re willing to hit it!!
- Sat Feb 26, 2022 6:51 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2003 Outrage 21 or 2007 190 Montauk
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1332
Re: 2003 Outrage 21 or 2007 190 Montauk? HELP PLEASE
I would go for the 190 Montauk [for the reasons mentioned above].
- Fri Feb 11, 2022 9:50 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Enough Winter
- Replies: 25
- Views: 4074
Re: Enough Winter
Winter has been pretty tough in New England. Next Wednesday starts the New England Boat Show. Are you ready for this: Boston Whaler is NOT exhibiting any boats or having a display booth. Large area for Grady White. No Edgewater. No Pursuits. They are all probably so backed up in production. Why take...
- Sat Jan 01, 2022 6:57 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Experience with Specialty Marine Bimini Top
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2673
Re: Experience with Specialty Marine Bimini Top
In c.2015 I bought a Bimini top from Wm. J. Mills & Co. (for our 2008 150 MONTAUK). The price was not small but the quality was first class. I also bought a helm cover and a helm seat cover; again, the quality was first class. I have no regrets about buying Wm. J. Mills & Co. products. After...
- Fri Dec 10, 2021 8:40 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2022 150 Montauk Performance; Use as Tender Towed by Yacht
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5184
Re: 2022 150 Montauk Performance; Use as Tender Towed by Yacht
I have a 2008 Montauk 150 with a 60 Mercury BigFoot EFI. For my purposes, it is an outstanding boat, and very versatile. The local Boston Whaler sales rep offered me $25,000 for this 13-year-old gem-- a crazy boat market. There is a couple of concerns in my mind: ⋅ Boat and motor are in ex...
- Wed Jul 28, 2021 12:57 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 1962 Currituck Re-power
- Replies: 8
- Views: 7378
Re: 1962 Currituck Re-power
Around 1962, Boston Whaler offered that same hull with a Bearcat 55 engine. My neighbors had one in Megansett Harbor in North Falmouth, Cape Cod. We threw at least five kids in that new unsinkable boat and had a ball.
If I remember correctly, it ran adequately well with the Bearcat 55.
If I remember correctly, it ran adequately well with the Bearcat 55.
- Sun Jul 18, 2021 12:58 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 170 Montauk: Lifting Hull Off Trailer Bunks to Paint Bottom
- Replies: 18
- Views: 8403
Re: 170 Montauk: Lifting Hull Off Trailer Bunks to Paint Bottom
Bmat5--if you were near Cape Cod I’d let you borrow my Brownnell Boat Lifting System. It works like a charm.
https://boatstands.com/product/manual-boat-lifting-system/
https://boatstands.com/product/manual-boat-lifting-system/
- Fri May 28, 2021 8:16 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Preventing Marine Grown on Outboard Engine Bracket
- Replies: 6
- Views: 5366
Re: Preventing Marine Grown on Outboard Engine Bracket
I use Pettit Hydrocoat ECO. A water-based ablative, anti-fouling paint with NO COPPER as a biocide. Copper and metals underwater can easily cause electrolysis, which in turn will NOT allow the copper availability to protect growth. You can use zinc spray as a base, and then Hydrocoat ECO. GREAT RESU...
- Fri May 28, 2021 7:51 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Bought a New Grady White
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6663
Re: Bought a New Grady White
I neglected to mention Everglades!!!
Fantastic boat you have there.
Here on a Cape Cod, Whalers, Edgewater’s, Grady’s and Pursuits are EVERYWHERE. But we don’t see many Everglades....yet.
Fantastic boat you have there.
Here on a Cape Cod, Whalers, Edgewater’s, Grady’s and Pursuits are EVERYWHERE. But we don’t see many Everglades....yet.
- Thu May 27, 2021 7:59 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Bought a New Grady White
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6663
Re: Bought a New Grady White
OK, I’ll take some pics on delivery day. I’m guessing second week of June. Roundle1979: Our close friends have a brand new 240 Vantage 300 Mercury in FL. We loved it! I was looking to simplify life by downsizing from our Albin 28. I was not persuaded away from Boston Whaler and Mercury’s for Yamaha....
- Tue May 11, 2021 10:00 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Bought a New Grady White
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6663
Re: Bought a New Grady White
Well, no production delay, as my new Grady-White FREEDOM 235 boat is at the dealership in shrink wrap with my name written on both sides. Yay!
There is plenty preparation work as well as getting everyone into the water due to huge customer demand here in New England. I’ll be patient.
There is plenty preparation work as well as getting everyone into the water due to huge customer demand here in New England. I’ll be patient.
- Sun May 09, 2021 2:57 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Bought a New Grady White
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6663
Re: Bought a New Grady White
Butch—you are right: delays could ruin my boating this year. The VP of Sales was up front.
On the plus side, Grady White is Yamaha’s biggest customer. Let’s hope they know who butters their bread. This dealer has been here since 1959, like Boston Whaler.
On the plus side, Grady White is Yamaha’s biggest customer. Let’s hope they know who butters their bread. This dealer has been here since 1959, like Boston Whaler.
- Sun May 09, 2021 8:42 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Bought a New Grady White
- Replies: 10
- Views: 6663
Bought a New Grady White
Due to costly upkeep I sold my Albin 28. I wanted a 23 to 25-foot dual console boat with hardtop. After spending a week in Florida, where my friend had a new 240 VANTAGE, I began to search for a new Boston Whaler 240 VANTAGE. A Boston Whaler dealer said a new 240 VANTAGE would not be available until...
- Tue Dec 15, 2020 7:17 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Best Varnish
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3011
Re: Best Varnish
My choice is Pettit Flagship with the most UV inhibitors. Spectacular results. Long lasting.
Plan on numerous coats. 6 minimum in salt water environs. I did a base of 9, and one or two more for several years.
Plan on numerous coats. 6 minimum in salt water environs. I did a base of 9, and one or two more for several years.
- Tue Dec 15, 2020 7:08 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Boat for Narragansett Bay
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2707
Re: Boat for Narragansett Bay
I agree with roundle1979. Those are good models for Narragansett. As you know, Narry can be like a pond--or ferocious.
We used to travel from Fall River to New Port in a 17 Nauset many times. Fantastic boating but pick your days.
We used to travel from Fall River to New Port in a 17 Nauset many times. Fantastic boating but pick your days.
- Thu Nov 26, 2020 8:39 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Black Top Legend: 170 MONTAUK at Haulover Inlet
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2073
Re: Black Top Legend: 170 MONTAUK at Haulover Inlet
[This post contained long instructions about searching, perhaps intended to locate these two recordings https://youtu.be/rnIuGL4EG1U?t=146 and one just mentioned this week in another thread https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ikj34Ay8UTg They both show the boat known as BLACK TOP LEGEND operating at Hau...
- Mon Nov 23, 2020 10:18 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Black Top Legend: 170 MONTAUK at Haulover Inlet
- Replies: 3
- Views: 2073
Black Top Legend: 170 MONTAUK at Haulover Inlet
To see the 170 MONTAUK known as BLACK TOP LEGEND entering Haulover inlet in heavy seas, watch https://youtu.be/oaZe7FBuV5Q?t=21 ASIDE: The 170 Montauk with a Mercury 90 need not bow to anyone. How often do you hear how Boston Whaler boats are “over-priced”? Or you’re just paying “for the name.”. Or ...
- Mon Nov 09, 2020 6:59 pm
- Forum: MARKETPLACE
- Topic: For Sale: 2019 Boston Whaler Montauk 170
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4109
Re: For Sale: 2019 Boston Whaler Montauk 170
She is Sweet!
- Mon Aug 24, 2020 8:08 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Anchor Light Solution with Full Canvas
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2625
Re: Anchor Light Solution with Full Canvas
I get AA and AAA batteries at Costco. Good and Cheap
2 nights, then replace.
That will be the cheapest thing ever compared to other boating costs.
Sounds fine to me.
2 nights, then replace.
That will be the cheapest thing ever compared to other boating costs.
Sounds fine to me.
- Fri Aug 21, 2020 7:25 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Anchor Light Solution with Full Canvas
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2625
Re: Anchor Light Solution with Full Canvas
I’ve almost bought on of these several times, and still might decide before this season ends.
Appear to be a good solution and high quality.
Take a look: http://www.navisafe.com/
Appear to be a good solution and high quality.
Take a look: http://www.navisafe.com/
- Sat Jul 25, 2020 9:53 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: New Boater Buys 2001 160 Dauntless
- Replies: 25
- Views: 9004
Re: New Boater Buys 2001 160 Dauntless
Safety!! Wear PFD’s (Personal Floatation Devise) for every person on board. The vest type with CO2 inflation are comfortable and cool. Communication is smart. Hand held waterproof/floating VHF radio is smart option. Channel 16 gets you the Coast Guard, and local harbormasters. A cell phone that is i...
- Tue Jul 14, 2020 12:37 pm
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 190 Nantucket 135 OptiMax
- Replies: 42
- Views: 25190
Re: “slipping clutch”
That ”slipping clutch” you describe maybe a slipping prop hub.
Is the Pitch on the spare Quicksilver Mirage close to the prop your using? If yes, give it a try to see if the problem subsides.
Is the Pitch on the spare Quicksilver Mirage close to the prop your using? If yes, give it a try to see if the problem subsides.
- Mon Jul 13, 2020 8:09 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Stability of 13'-15' Boston Whalers
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3372
Re: Stability of 13'-15' Boston Whalers
We have a 2008 Montauk 150. It is remarkably stable for a 15 footer. The beam is 6’6”, which is 4” WIDER than the typical 17 Montauk, which is 6’2”, and weighs 100 pounds more! This is a beefy 15’ boat that handles superbly, plus the benefit of a center console, allowing mobility around the entire h...
- Sat Jul 04, 2020 8:59 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: New Boston Whaler Boat Inventory and Sales
- Replies: 15
- Views: 6383
Re: New Boston Whaler sales
A television morning newscast from a Boston station had a segment confirming that new boat sales increased by 25-percent [compared to some other unspecified time].
- Thu Jul 02, 2020 7:49 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: New Boston Whaler Boat Inventory and Sales
- Replies: 15
- Views: 6383
New Boston Whaler Boat Inventory and Sales
Here on Cape Cod, the [NAUSET MARINE] dealer's stock of new Boston Whalers is basically zero, sold out, ain’t got none. I find this amazing during the Covid-19 pandemic. I’ll need to check out Cataumet Marine (the top Grady White dealership in the US), and Bosun Marine (top Edgewater dealer in the U...
- Tue Apr 21, 2020 8:22 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Experience with HONDA BF2.3 Outboard engine
- Replies: 11
- Views: 5628
Re: Experience with HONDA BF2.3 Outboard engine
We have a Honda original 2-HP short shaft, not the 2.3-HP. For all practical purposes, they are the same. I only use engineered fuel in the little Honda, simply because of seldom use in our 9-foot-long inflatable. Placing the engine on the transom of the inflatable is easy; it only weighs 30-lbs. I ...
- Fri Feb 14, 2020 2:15 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: First time buyer: 190 Montauk Ride
- Replies: 27
- Views: 13298
Re: First time buyer: 190 Montauk Ride
I have driven the original 190 with the 115 hp Mercury on several occasions. With two people and gear it was a good balance of ride and power. Moving up to 5 people or more, the 115 wasn’t really adequate, and I though a 150hp would have been perfect. For a 19 footer, I thought the ride was quite go...
- Mon Jan 27, 2020 11:13 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Best Bottom Paint
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3937
Re: Best Bottom Paint
I’be been successful with Pettit Hydrocoat Eco. Water-based, no copper, easy clean-up. Ablative. Expensive. But incredibly effective.
- Mon Oct 14, 2019 5:17 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 2005 Mercury 90 FOURSTROKE Fuel Pressure Measurement
- Replies: 5
- Views: 12357
Re: 2005 Mercury 90 FOURSTROKE Fuel Pressure Measurement
I share a dock with a friend who has a 2003 Mercury-Yamaha with carburetors. My friend's engine had running problems exactly like yours; the engine would start, but ran very roughly, and could accelerate to only about 4,200-RPM. In the summer of 2019 my friend lost use of the engine for three weeks ...
- Fri Sep 20, 2019 9:45 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Advice on Purchase
- Replies: 9
- Views: 11198
Re: Advice on Purchase
Here is a source of Boston Whaler interiors located on Craigslist in Haverhill, MA
https://boston.craigslist.org/nos/boa/d/boston-whaler-mahogany-wood-consoles/6982397839.html
Worth a phone call.
https://boston.craigslist.org/nos/boa/d/boston-whaler-mahogany-wood-consoles/6982397839.html
Worth a phone call.
- Tue Sep 17, 2019 1:08 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Bottom Paint and Anti-fouling Paint
- Replies: 12
- Views: 12994
Re: Do I even Need Bottom Paint ?
AWLGRIP is for above waterline only. I’d use Pettit Hydrocoat water-based anti-fouling (Black, Blue, red, Green, or White) a couple of coats. Taking in and out of water with Hydrocoat is fine. If you want to leave in the water longer, your protected. One quart is all you need. Easy soap and water cl...
- Wed Sep 11, 2019 8:26 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Worth Buying a Damaged 13-footer
- Replies: 19
- Views: 15590
Re: Worth Buying a Damaged 13-footer
As Kenny Rogers would say,
“You’ve got to know when to hold ‘em
Know when to fold ‘em
Know when to walk away
And know when to run”
In this case, walk away isn’t even an option.....
I’d say RUN.....
“You’ve got to know when to hold ‘em
Know when to fold ‘em
Know when to walk away
And know when to run”
In this case, walk away isn’t even an option.....
I’d say RUN.....
- Thu Jul 11, 2019 9:15 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2019 130 SUPER SPORT Trim Tabs
- Replies: 8
- Views: 11546
Re: 2019 130 SUPER SPORT Trim Tabs
With experience in several small Whalers, I would recommend adding a hydrofoil to the anti-ventilation plate. There are one or two available WITHOUT drilling holes in the plate. Drilling 2 holes never really bothered me because the hydrofoil worked so well that they became permanent. The benefits we...
- Tue Jul 09, 2019 8:19 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2019 130 SUPER SPORT Trim Tabs
- Replies: 8
- Views: 11546
Re: 2019 130 SUPER SPORT Trim Tabs
Question: What problem are you trying to cure with trim tabs?
Is the rear “squatting too low” at certain speeds? Are you unable to bring the bow down at lower speeds?
Are you trying to level out one side versus the other?
Is the rear “squatting too low” at certain speeds? Are you unable to bring the bow down at lower speeds?
Are you trying to level out one side versus the other?
- Wed Jul 03, 2019 8:02 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Preparing Nantucket 190 for Saltwater
- Replies: 22
- Views: 20793
Re: Preparing Nantucket 190 for Saltwater
Lots of great advice already given above. I highly recommend Pettit Hydrocoat ECO. A WATER-based, multi-seasonal, ablative (slowly wears away) antifouling bottom paint. (Black, Blue, red, green or white) (soap and water clean-up). It does NOT contain copper and minimized electrolysis. Your zincs las...
- Wed Jun 26, 2019 8:18 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Mooring Cover for SPORT 13
- Replies: 15
- Views: 11981
Re: Mooring Cover for SPORT 13
When we had our 13 Whaler, we had a Mills Canvas mooring cover: expensive, but I thought worth it. With their unique “gunwale clips” and draw string around the hem, it’s a tight, perfect fit. Now with the 150 Montauk, I ordered a helm seat cover, and console cover, as well as a Bimini sun top all in...
- Sat Jun 22, 2019 8:01 am
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 150 Montauk: Speed with 90-HP
- Replies: 5
- Views: 10909
Re: 150 Montauk Upgrade
Yes, you’ll go faster with a 90. That’s the ONLY upside I see. Otherwise the resale value drops, and there is too much weight aft. For my money, if I wanted to go faster, I’d get a 170 MONTAUK with a 90-HP.
- Thu Jun 20, 2019 8:13 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 150 MONTAUK v. 150 SUPER SPORT
- Replies: 5
- Views: 11091
Re: self-bailing hull
Re a self-bailing hull: A 150 MONTAUK does not have the classic self-bailing hull, that is, a hull interior above the water-line with scuppers that drain out. However, our 150 MONTAK has a Sahara-brand pump with internal float switch. This works great—providing the float remains free, doesn’t stick,...
- Mon Jun 17, 2019 8:22 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 1993 Evinrude 48-HP High-speed Lean: Eventually Solved
- Replies: 24
- Views: 18833
Re: High speed lean-out NOT solved
We had a 2000 40 Johnson 2-stroke on our 13 Super Sport.
Symptoms were nearly identical.
Found a small hole in the diaphragm of fuel pump.
Replaced fuel pump: problem solved.
Symptoms were nearly identical.
Found a small hole in the diaphragm of fuel pump.
Replaced fuel pump: problem solved.
- Tue May 28, 2019 7:59 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Non-prescription sunglasses with progressive lenses
- Replies: 7
- Views: 8907
Re: Non-prescription sunglasses with progressive lenses
Yup.
My Maui Jim’s are polarized, multi-coated, prescription, and progressive (no-line).
They are admirable. NOT CHEAP! Around $365
My Maui Jim’s are polarized, multi-coated, prescription, and progressive (no-line).
They are admirable. NOT CHEAP! Around $365
- Tue May 28, 2019 7:54 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2018 Whaler SS non skid floor.
- Replies: 8
- Views: 8356
Re: 2018 Whaler SS non skid floor.
Ever Spring I [perform the procedure described in the linked article whose URL appears below] on our 11 year old Montauk 150. It looks brand new. The non-skid is not slippery, but CLEAN, and RESISTS getting dirty. And the occasional bird dropping or grandkids sticky, gooey candy cleans right up. htt...
- Sat May 18, 2019 5:54 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: MONTAUK 17 Swamped Stability
- Replies: 19
- Views: 14522
Re: MONTAUK 17 Swamped Stability
The 17 Montauk is actually 950 lbs.
- Tue Apr 30, 2019 7:23 pm
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Bottom painting made easier
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5078
Re: Bottom painting made easier
Hey OldSlowandugly, Brilliant stuff!! The number 1 boat stand outfit is Brownell. I bought one of their first”boat lifting systems”. Very nifty! https://boatstands.com/product/manual-boat-lifting-system/ Easy bottom painting. And can be done alone! Now, the whole neighborhood competes for it! Nice j...