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by ferdinando
Mon Apr 24, 2023 1:46 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: E-TEC Engine: Love or Hate
Replies: 4
Views: 3428

Re: E-TEC Engine: Love or Hate

I love my 2010 E-Tec 150 on a 190 Montauk. I purchased my Montauk new in 2008 and I just could not deal with the Merc 115 that came with it. I put the 150 on and it felt like I had just bought a high performance boat. My only problem with the E-Tec is that I have had to change out 2 fuel pumps, that...
by ferdinando
Tue Dec 06, 2022 2:31 pm
Forum: MARKETPLACE
Topic: FS: 150 SPORT cover $170 NO CONTACT INFORMATION
Replies: 0
Views: 3636

FS: 150 SPORT cover $170 NO CONTACT INFORMATION

For-sale:: a never-used SUPRME BOAT COVER PI HF22-1174-04 SKU SSWB15, a blue SealSkin Cover for a 150 SPORT with front rails for $170.
CONTACT: [none provided]

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by ferdinando
Tue Feb 23, 2021 8:48 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Toshgib aka Binky
Replies: 5
Views: 4338

Re: The passing of my dad Richard Messineo ("Binky" "Binkster")

My heartfelt condolences on the loss of your Dad, my Dad also helped me get a start with Whalers in 1985, although more from a financial point of view. I took care of all the rest. He loved boating and Whalers!

Peace,

Fred
by ferdinando
Tue Oct 06, 2020 10:32 am
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: NMEA 2000 Network Wiring
Replies: 2
Views: 6175

Re: NMEA 2000 Network Wiring

Thanks Jim!
by ferdinando
Mon Oct 05, 2020 11:01 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: NMEA 2000 Network Wiring
Replies: 2
Views: 6175

NMEA 2000 Network Wiring

Can a NMEA 2000 device be connected at a port that normally has a network terminator?
by ferdinando
Fri Oct 02, 2020 3:58 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Raymarine EV-100 Auto Pilot ; SeaTalk NG
Replies: 7
Views: 7676

SeaTalk - N2000

I have now installed my EV-100 Auto Pilot. Based on Jim's info I purchased the cable where I can hook up the AP SeaTalk to my N-2000 Garmin Chartplotter. I am not 100% sure but I think I read somewhere that I can't have both backbones SeaTalk & N-2000 hooked up to 12V power at the same time, it'...
by ferdinando
Sat Sep 26, 2020 7:11 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Hydraulic Steering: Conserving Fluid During Changes
Replies: 6
Views: 2569

Hydraulic Steering: Conserving Fluid During Changes

I finally decided to purchase the Raymarine EV-100 Autopilot which I will be installing next week on my 190 Montauk. I did have the old Raymarine S-1000 Autopilot installed in my boat and it worked well for 8 years. I will do the install myself as I did with the S-1000, my only hesitation is when I ...
by ferdinando
Sat Sep 19, 2020 9:39 am
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Raymarine EV-100 Auto Pilot ; SeaTalk NG
Replies: 7
Views: 7676

Re: Raymarine EV-100 Auto Pilot ; SeaTalk NG

Jim: from what I read, yes to both questions. I saw a complete installation done on You Tube, both wiring and mechanical. The installer even had an up-to-date Garmin chart plotter on his boat; he did not even once mention a connection between the Garmin and EV-100. From what I saw the SeaTalk was ju...
by ferdinando
Fri Sep 18, 2020 5:46 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Raymarine EV-100 Auto Pilot ; SeaTalk NG
Replies: 7
Views: 7676

Raymarine EV-100 Auto Pilot ; SeaTalk NG

My nine-year-old Raymarine S-1000 Autopilot looks like it passed away yesterday when I took the boat out for a spin. The autopilot would engage but it just would not follow a straight course. Due to its age I have decided to replace this unit with the new Raymarine EV-100. While looking over the man...
by ferdinando
Tue Mar 24, 2020 11:23 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: First time buyer: 190 Montauk Ride
Replies: 27
Views: 13072

Re: First time buyer: 190 Montauk Ride

I can vouch for the 190 as I purchased one brand new in 2008. I bought it with the 115 which I regretted the first time I took her out. 6 months later I sold the Merc and bought a new E-Tec 150, never looked back. It's a great all around boat. I have taken her out 30 miles off the coast with no prob...
by ferdinando
Tue Dec 10, 2019 9:37 pm
Forum: MARKETPLACE
Topic: SOLD 190 Montauk in Alabama, $30,000 - Photos added
Replies: 11
Views: 10939

Re: FS: 190 Montauk in Alabama, $30,000 - Photos added

Good luck on your sale Butch, I know it must of been a hard decision to make. I lost my wife of 25 years last week to Cancer and I seriously considered selling my 190 also, luckily I came to my senses and will hold on to my boat till my body tells me otherwise.

Again best of luck!

Fred
by ferdinando
Sun Sep 01, 2019 8:32 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Dual Purpose v. Starting Battery
Replies: 4
Views: 9683

Re: Dual Purpose v. Starting Battery

I don’t think I should have a problem. The most I would use the battery with the engine off is the stereo maybe for an hour or less. I also have the batteries on a continuous battery maintainer, maybe that’s why my last pair of Optima-brand batteries lasted over nine years.
by ferdinando
Sat Aug 31, 2019 3:32 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Dual Purpose v. Starting Battery
Replies: 4
Views: 9683

Dual Purpose v. Starting Battery

My boat had two nine-year-old Optima-brand dual purpose batteries. I wanted some peace of mind and bought two new Optima-brand batteries, but by mistake I purchased starting batteries. The boat house loads are just a chart plotter and an entertainment amplifier. Q1: In comparison to the Optima dual-...
by ferdinando
Thu Aug 22, 2019 10:45 am
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Control INFINITY Amplifier from Garmin 94sv
Replies: 5
Views: 11516

Infinity Marine Stereo NMEA 2000

My marine stereo recently passed away so wanting to replace same I shopped around for a new unit. As I have a Garmin 9" sv94 Plus connected to my NMEA-2000 system I wanted a radio which I could also hook up and view through the Garmin. I purchased an Infinity MBB4030 which was advertised as NME...
by ferdinando
Sat Aug 17, 2019 12:20 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 190 MONTAUK Gas Lifts for Hatch on Helm Seat
Replies: 5
Views: 8957

Re: 190 MONTAUK Gas Lifts for Hatch on Helm Seat

I broke the two cables holding the lid on my helm seat while cleaning the insides. After looking at a You Tube video on a 2019 Montauk I saw that the helm seat now comes with a gas strut which is way better then the cables. I called Sue and she helped me out. The strut is 10-inch-long when extended....
by ferdinando
Sun Aug 11, 2019 6:22 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 190 MONTAUK Gas Lifts for Hatch on Helm Seat
Replies: 5
Views: 8957

190 MONTAUK Gas Lifts for Hatch on Helm Seat

What is the length of the gas lift (shock) that holds up the hatch under the helm seat on a 190 Montauk?

--Fred
by ferdinando
Tue Aug 06, 2019 10:42 am
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Control INFINITY Amplifier from Garmin 94sv
Replies: 5
Views: 11516

Control INFINITY Amplifier from Garmin 94sv

I have a Garmin 94sv Plus hooked to my boat's NMEA-2000 network. I recently purchased an Infinity marine stereo which has NMEA-2000 capability. I connected the stereo to my NMEA-2000 network, but nothing can bee seen on my chart plotter. There are no displays nor any of the stereo's information. Any...
by ferdinando
Wed Jan 23, 2019 9:23 pm
Forum: EVINRUDE I-COMMAND, ICON Pro, ICON Touch
Topic: Fuel Management with GARMIN, E-TEC, and ICON Pro
Replies: 8
Views: 15462

Re: Fuel Management with GARMIN, E-TEC, and ICON Pro

I finally was able to get the [Evinrude ICON Pro RPM] gauge working properly. I played with the page setup, and I finally obtained fuel being used and fuel remaining. My Garmin and [E-TEC ICON Pro RPM] gauge are also displaying the same exact GPH [flow rate] also. As I think I mentioned, the fuel re...
by ferdinando
Wed Dec 19, 2018 10:55 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Sue at Twin Cities
Replies: 3
Views: 3453

Re: Sue at Twin Cities

Great Gal, I buy everything for my Whaler from Sue
by ferdinando
Fri Nov 30, 2018 2:08 pm
Forum: EVINRUDE I-COMMAND, ICON Pro, ICON Touch
Topic: Fuel Management with GARMIN, E-TEC, and ICON Pro
Replies: 8
Views: 15462

Re: Fuel Management with GARMIN, E-TEC, and ICON Pro

I was just looking through my ICON Pro Series manual, where it says "Select Fuel Sender Source" (G-1). The manual shows a display after you select source which shows three options: NMEA2000, US240-33,and EU-10-180. However on the actual gauge it showed everything except NMEA2000. I will be...
by ferdinando
Fri Nov 30, 2018 1:28 pm
Forum: EVINRUDE I-COMMAND, ICON Pro, ICON Touch
Topic: Fuel Management with GARMIN, E-TEC, and ICON Pro
Replies: 8
Views: 15462

Re: Fuel Management with GARMIN, E-TEC

The reason for the GFS-10 module is that when I went to refuel the tank the Garmin would not show the Top Off display on the screen, I followed the instructions to the letter, but no display. I called Garmin and that's when they said I needed the GFS-10 so I could see the display. Sure enough as soo...
by ferdinando
Fri Nov 30, 2018 11:46 am
Forum: EVINRUDE I-COMMAND, ICON Pro, ICON Touch
Topic: Fuel Management with GARMIN, E-TEC, and ICON Pro
Replies: 8
Views: 15462

Fuel Management with GARMIN, E-TEC, and ICON Pro

Last year I installed an I-Command Digital Gauge on my 2010 150 HP E-Tec. When I purchased this gauge it was recommended I also install a Memory Mod (764181) to be able to obtain fuel information. Everything worked fine with real time fuel information and what I most wanted was Fuel remaining so I c...
by ferdinando
Sun Nov 25, 2018 6:16 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: 2010 Evinrude E-TEC Power Trim and Tilt
Replies: 1
Views: 2022

2010 Evinrude E-TEC Power Trim and Tilt

I have a 2010 Evinrude E-TEC 150 engine with 323-hours run time. Today I tilted up the engine to launch the boat into the water. I tied up at the dock parked my car. When I got back to the boat the engine would not budge, not up nor down. I could hear the trim and tilt motor spin but no movement. I ...
by ferdinando
Fri Nov 09, 2018 1:21 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 190 Montauk Outriggers
Replies: 4
Views: 3576

Re: 190 Montauk Outriggers

Ok, manual, not very long in length 8 feet, as light as possible, something that I can remove easily when not in use.
by ferdinando
Thu Nov 08, 2018 10:12 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 190 Montauk Outriggers
Replies: 4
Views: 3576

190 Montauk Outriggers

Can a pair of outriggers be hooked up to a 190 Montauk?

If [a pair of outriggers can be hooked up to a 190 MONTAUK ] you can buy them already made?

Can you buy some type of kit ready for install?
by ferdinando
Mon Oct 15, 2018 2:14 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Inland Freight for 21’ Whaler
Replies: 2
Views: 2798

Re: Inland Freight for 21’ Whaler

Thks Todd will ck them out!
by ferdinando
Mon Oct 15, 2018 1:45 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Auxiliary Engine Install
Replies: 2
Views: 2524

Auxiliary Engine Install

I am finally going to install a kicker on my 2008 190 Montauk at the end of this month. I called Tanner who makes custom brackets for our boats and they advised me that they no longer have any in stock and don't foresee producing these brackets in the near future. Here is the setup I am thinking of ...
by ferdinando
Sat Oct 13, 2018 7:39 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Inland Freight for 21’ Whaler
Replies: 2
Views: 2798

Inland Freight for 21’ Whaler

My friend just purchased a 21’ Justice in Lake Ozark, MO. And we need to have it moved to JAX, Fl to get it here to San Juan, PR. Anyone know of a reputable moving company that can handle this move? The boat is on a trailer.

Thks,

Fred
by ferdinando
Fri Oct 05, 2018 10:07 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Garmin Set-up for FUEL MANAGER
Replies: 6
Views: 9263

Re: Garmin Set-up for FUEL MANAGER

Yes I did Jim, right off the bat.
by ferdinando
Tue Oct 02, 2018 7:53 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Garmin Set-up for FUEL MANAGER
Replies: 6
Views: 9263

Re: Garmin Set-up for FUEL MANAGER

I installed a Garmin Fuel Sensor [model GFS-10] today. Fuel gauge and fuel used worked perfectly. The lady from Garmin was right-- a Garmin GFS-10 Fuel Sensor was needed to get everything working on the Garmin display.
by ferdinando
Sat Sep 29, 2018 11:18 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Garmin Set-up for FUEL MANAGER
Replies: 6
Views: 9263

Re: Garmin Set-up for FUEL MANAGER

As jimh assumed I do have a 2010 E-TEC 150. My Garmin device does read the fuel flow, however I can’t get the chart plotter to re-set the fuel quantity to a full tank 60 gals. Here is where Garmin tells me that I need their fuel sensor GFS 10 so I can pull up the screen that says “Refill Tank.” As o...
by ferdinando
Fri Sep 28, 2018 9:38 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Water Pressure Gauge
Replies: 7
Views: 4596

Re: Water Pressure Gauge

Butch I did blow through the hose but it looks like there’s a break as no resistance is felt, I connected a new hose directly from the engine to the gauge running it along the floor and the gauge worked perfectly! Now I just have to run the new hose through the hull to get everything working! Thks a...
by ferdinando
Wed Sep 26, 2018 11:01 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Water Pressure Gauge
Replies: 7
Views: 4596

Re: Water Pressure Gauge

Ok disconnected hose started up engine, no water coming out of gauge hose, guess I’ll have to snake through some new hose, hate pushing stuff through those hull pipes!

Thks Jim and everyone else for your suggestions!
by ferdinando
Tue Sep 25, 2018 9:16 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Water Pressure Gauge
Replies: 7
Views: 4596

Re: Water Pressure Gauge

The impeller is brand new and pumping water like crazy, guess it could be the gauge.
by ferdinando
Tue Sep 25, 2018 8:30 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Water Pressure Gauge
Replies: 7
Views: 4596

Water Pressure Gauge

My Water Pressure Gauge stopped working during my last outing. It reads 0 pressure and the needle just won't budge. I checked the the small tube that goes from my 150 E-Tec to the gauge on the dash and found no breaks or leaks that I could detect. Can these gauges just suddenly go dead? The gauge is...
by ferdinando
Tue Sep 25, 2018 8:24 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Garmin Set-up for FUEL MANAGER
Replies: 6
Views: 9263

Garmin Set-up for FUEL MANAGER

I purchased a Garmin Echomap Series 90 GPS and installed it in August 2018. I was finally able to use it on the water on September 22 and 23, 2018. The Garmin EchoMap 90 is a great unit with all the bells and whistles. It can display RPM, fuel use, voltage, etc. I have it hooked up to my boat NMEA 2...
by ferdinando
Sat Sep 22, 2018 7:38 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Water Dripping From Repair on Keel
Replies: 8
Views: 4988

Re: Water Dripping From Repair on Keel

Our surveyor looked over the boat and found that the repair on the keel was poorly made and permitted a large quantity of water to enter the hull. So the deal was cancelled and a lot of heartache was avoided. My thanks to all for your advice it really helped and you were all on the money! Thanks aga...
by ferdinando
Sat Sep 22, 2018 11:54 am
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Water Dripping From Repair on Keel
Replies: 8
Views: 4988

Re: Water Dripping From Repair on Keel

We are going to have a Surveyor look over the boat and check the hull, better to loose 300 bucks then 20 grand!

Thks for all the input guys!
by ferdinando
Wed Sep 19, 2018 6:48 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: Water Dripping From Repair on Keel
Replies: 8
Views: 4988

Water Dripping From Repair on Keel

My friend is in the process of purchasing a 1993 21’ Outrage on the condition that the engine checks out. While our mechanic says the engine checked out good, he advised us that the boat had damage below the first keel roller up front. A repair was performed but the repair was not done well and ther...
by ferdinando
Mon Sep 17, 2018 11:35 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Montauk 190 Front Railings
Replies: 3
Views: 2927

Re: Montauk 190 Front Railings

Thanks appreciate the opinions!
by ferdinando
Sun Sep 16, 2018 8:36 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Montauk 190 Front Railings
Replies: 3
Views: 2927

Montauk 190 Front Railings

A few week ago I was out at one of our small local cays and saw a Montauk 190 with its front railings lowered to just 5 or 6 inches above the gunwale. It looked nice and gave the boat a racy and sporty look. The gentleman was passing by so I did not have the opportunity to speak with him. The same t...
by ferdinando
Thu Sep 13, 2018 10:34 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 210 Montauk Sun Lounge
Replies: 1
Views: 2063

Re: 210 Montauk Sun lounge

After I purchased a brand new Montauk 190 in 2008, my wife started breaking my chops because she wanted the Sun Lounge. After paying $1,200 for it guess what happened: it was used once! And it’s been in my closet ever since. For me, I just threw out 1200 bucks.
by ferdinando
Tue Sep 11, 2018 10:44 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Bottom Paint Recommendation
Replies: 12
Views: 7965

Re: Bottom Paint Recommendation

When you mention that you should not leave your Whaler in the water without bottom protection for more then a few days, exactly how many days are we talking about? I usually leave my Whaler in the water for no more then 5 days. I have at least till now have not encountered any problems so far. I jus...
by ferdinando
Tue Sep 04, 2018 11:03 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Cover Small Holes
Replies: 9
Views: 6156

Re: Cover Small Holes

Found some different sizes on Amazon!
by ferdinando
Sun Sep 02, 2018 8:39 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Cover Small Holes
Replies: 9
Views: 6156

Cover Small Holes

Any creative suggestions on how to cover unsightly small holes on the top of your console due to the removal of electronic devices and their or mounts?

I would like to avoid any fiberglass work.
by ferdinando
Tue Jun 26, 2018 6:09 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 1978 SPORT 15 Sump Pump
Replies: 3
Views: 3026

Re: Sump Pump

Second that recommendation: Rule 500--had one on my 1985 15.
by ferdinando
Mon May 14, 2018 9:28 pm
Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
Topic: Garmin Echo 94 SV to NMEA-0183 Autopilot
Replies: 5
Views: 9202

Re: Garmin Echo 94 SV to NMEA-0183 Autopilot

Jim I just rcvd my Garmin EchoMAP Plus 94 SV. You were correct that is has both NMEA 0183 and Nmea 2000. I will have to connect the NMEA 0183 to my Raymarine Autopilot S-1000. The EchoMAP has the N-83 connections bundled together with the power plug which contains the black wire for ground and the r...
by ferdinando
Thu May 10, 2018 7:05 pm
Forum: MARKETPLACE
Topic: WTB: 1995 to 1998 21 Outrage
Replies: 0
Views: 2496

WTB: 1995 to 1998 21 Outrage

A close personal friend is seriously looking for 21’ Outrage with the Accu-Track hull dating between 1995 to 1998. He is looking for a very well kept boat which would be worth shipping to Puerto Rico where we both live. Can be with or without engines. We would be willing to fly up and check out any ...