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dtmackey

In my project 15' thread, there seemed to be interest in the lighting junction box and I was unable to find the supplier when asked. I've been able to locate more and can buy in bulk and also order in stainless screws (it comes with steel), so it will not rust shut. These are gasketed boxes and good...

dtmackey

Verado power steering hose replacement seems to be a topic with a number of threads on the Verado forum with failures. It is recommended that if you are running the OEM Verado hoses that you install something over it to protect from the UV exposure since they do crack and fail. Go OEM if you want si...

dtmackey

I'm very interested to hear from Whaler owners since my experience with other jet power boats and PWC is it can be difficult to modulate power and speed at speeds at or slightly above planing speed since a jet drive does not have a "bite" on the water like an outboard propeller.

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dtmackey

I'm a mahogany guy for Whaler interiors, but I will say those seats look very comfortable. GLWS.

Yamaha 70 is an ideal motor for the 15 Whaler based on minimal weight and longevity.

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dtmackey

My pick for a Whaler Harpoon sailboat would be the 4.6 model. Clean open design that's similar in design to other "one design" sailboats that have a cult like following and successful history in sailboat racing series. Whaler never was accepted into a one design fleet, due to low productio...

dtmackey

Back in the 70s and into the early 80s the Boston Whaler SQUALL boats were plentiful around here, but I can't remember the last time I've seen one. Back in the day it was a solid boat and even had a sail kit option, but since the introduction of rigid-inflatable-bottom boats and inflatable-type smal...

dtmackey

After you install the new hoses it might be worth buying some split loom and covering them to protect from the UV light. I find that the loom takes the abuse and the plastic or rubber it protects lasts a lot longer.

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dtmackey

Not to be confused with birthing, which has nothing to do with boats.

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dtmackey

Yes, dry fit on head gasket.

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dtmackey

I was saddened to see a local daymark navigation aid, that was in disrepair for several years, finally collapse into the sea earlier this month during a nor'easter storm. Erected in the early 1800s, this mark has stood the test of time, weathering many hurricanes, Blizzard of 78, The Perfect Storm a...

dtmackey

Older Johnson and Evinrudes had problems with the adhesive that held the magnets on. Problem shows up after the motor starts getting older. Many people have epoxied them back on.

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dtmackey

kwik_wurk wrote:So does that setup fit into the anchor locker of a classic Montauk?

It fits in the forward locker of a classic 15' Whaler. I'd expect the 17' locker to be as big or bigger.

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dtmackey

[Should there] be 12-Volts on the violet wire with the key pushed in and not turned? The fuel enrichment solenoid receives 12V when the key is on and you push the key inward. I find it works best if you turn the key on, push in for 2 seconds and then turn the key with the key held in until the engi...

dtmackey

We live on the ICW and see a lot of wakes. We see the least damaging wakes from boats that are either fully on plane or running at idle speed. The worst wakes come from large sport yachts plowing along at their minimal planing speed. I find it difficult to understand operators who spend a lot of ti...

dtmackey

If someone was hell bent on getting a few more MPH's out of their 15, and didn't want to go through MAJOR hull modifications and costs, I would say an older 70 or 90 hp Yamaha 2-stroke with some motor modifications would be the way to go. I think there are still some people making high compression ...

dtmackey

While the E-TEC 90 is a good engine, clean high quality fuel is a must for any direct-injected two-stroke engine. [Soho] mentioned living outside the country and depending on where that is, service could be a concern, but [Soho] also mentioned knowing the mechanics and also owning a E-TEC G2 300-HP,...

dtmackey

Not familiar with waviness in the transom, but I've seen it in the hull sides in 13, 15 and 17 sport models - as Jim says, more common in larger baots. I think this is a function of pumping in expandable foam and it flexing the outer skin as it expands and I do not consider this a problem at at all....

dtmackey

My vote would be for a Yamaha two-stroke 9.9-HP, since they can be easily bumped to a 15-HP, and from the outside no one can tell. I have one that this was done and also a Yamaha 25 two-stroke with 15 decals. Not to mention, the two-stroke has better torque down low--in case there are several people...

dtmackey

I did not see an asking price, so Is the boat being listed with a mystery price or offered up as free? If the boat is free, I'd like first right of refusal.

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dtmackey

I've made the assumption that the Coopers you refer to were followed by the Cooper Bessemer line on which I received some excellent training in 1971. Yep, those were the Coopers I was referring to. We had the 6cyl versions and I believe they also had a 7 and 8 cyl offering in normally aspirated and...

dtmackey

...There was not much oil pollution from the sinking because at the water temperatures on the bottom of Lake Superior the bunker oil is not particularly likely to flow... Hi Jim--when you refer to bunker oil, I'm assuming you mean bunker C due to its thick state in the depths and temps of lake Supe...

dtmackey

Thanks for sharing Jim, I love that song and have looked into the sinking many years ago. The USCGC Buoy Tender Woodrush rushed to her aid, but it was far to late. Woodrush was WLB-407, and I served on USCGC Spar WLB-403, nearly the same, except for mission specific modifications. I know the buoy te...

dtmackey

Your shift shaft alignment moved when you had the lower unit removed and you need to realign. I do not have the install instructions, but you need to repeat the process and follow the Merc shop manual for shift shaft alignment.

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dtmackey

I ran into this company years ago and wondered if their service worked as good as they claimed. Wet cores can are difficult dry dry out, but I believe some improvement can be made.

http://www.dryhull.com/

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dtmackey

Big changes in leadership at Brunswick are described in a brief summary. See Mark Scwhabero to Retire as Brunswick CEO http://continuouswave.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=4&t=839#p22495 I'm glad you pointed out the retirement of another notable leader of Brunswick. Since the retirement of Patrick M...

dtmackey

Do what I did. Find a corner in the back yard that the admiral isn't using for flowers. Have an Amish built garage delivered, as they are movable no permits and foundation is needed, they are set on blocks. Back the boat in during the winter, put cover on and the car garage is free for both cars to...

dtmackey

fno wrote:I'd leave the cars outside. They have way less "fun" value. But I do understand your dilemma.

Laughing.

I'll leave my wife's car outside (Whaler inside) next time we are expecting freezing rain or 14" of snow and when she loses her mind, I'll send her your way. ;-)

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dtmackey

I think we can all agree that as an impeller ages it: - Sees additional wear from use - The rubber dries out and vanes can crack - The mechanical bond with the internal collar can weaken (yes, I posted a failure of a new impeller, but that is rare) So if we all can agree that an aging impeller sees ...

dtmackey

The weight of the gear case and the complexity of re-installing everything correctly are two reasons why I hire an experienced and trained mechanic to service the water pump on my relatively new 2010 E-TEC engine. I don't blame you for going to the dealer. The Etec does take more time and effort th...

dtmackey

The Yamaha carburetor 150, 175, 200 models are all the same 2.6-liter block, and they are one of the best running motors out there. I've owned two over the years, and Yamaha carbration is spot on. They idle smoother than any other carburetor motor out there, so you will not be disappointed. Post-199...

dtmackey

With that setup how do you fasten the bitter end of the anchor rode to the boat? Hi Tom - Whaler is typically anchored in shallows, so no concern with the lack of the bitter end being secured since there's no risk of losing the entire rig over the side. If I was in deeper water and the risk of the ...

dtmackey

Is it highly durable? BTW, is it safe to bring a dog on board then have them stay in a dog cage throughout the journey? Not sure what to make of this post. Yes, the anchor setup is highly durable. As for the dog, ours does not use a crate and simply sleeps in her bed and has free reign of whatever ...

dtmackey

Look good and seems to fit nice in that shop, why the shrink wrap and talking about snow? The boat is now outside in my backyard and I'll haul it to the property in NH where I store things. The shop is my garage and reserved for cars in the snowy season. Here in the Boston area we've already seen a...

dtmackey

Not trying to take this off-topic, but for a badly oxidized hull I'll share my experience. 18 year old Nordic Tug, green hull which the boatyard no longer offered to buff the hull since they said the gloss was gone and could not be restored. They wanted to Awlgrip the boat and quotes came in far too...

dtmackey

Figured I'd share my anchor setup with others because I feel this is a great way to keep the line tidy and easy to use. I have 75' of line on a extension cord reel with 6' of 316 stainless chain with a quick connect to the anchor. I will be splicing in a stainless thimble and use a shackle to connec...

dtmackey

Built a quick backbone from 2X4 and strapping and shrink wrapped over that with 7mil material. I went extra tall in case I need to cut a door into it over the winter if I need access. I shrink-wrap the engine and lower unit to prevent water and snow from getting into the propeller hub, and I also co...

dtmackey

Since the E-TEC engines delivers such a small amount of fuel directly to the combustion chamber only, is there any real advantage to using Seafoam or another de-carbon additive? Not to mention that the XD100 is a super-clean-burning oil and not injected in an over-rich condition much like the old VR...

dtmackey

Don - I'd take the advise the dealer provided with a grain of salt. The pressure of the exhaust will prevent water from entering into the exhaust tube. Besides, how fast does one need to operate in reverse? Haven't heard of there being a problem on the Merrimac River where boats must back out of the...

dtmackey

For degreasing motors from outboards, snowmobiles, quads and more, I've always used Purple Power full strength with a brush and it takes everything off. I then rinse with a hose and then spray with air to remove any water, followed by spraying oil on any cylinder liners or other steel/cast iron part...

dtmackey

Happens a lot in this area when we have cold nights and then a warm humid day. The hull retains the cold and the moisture in the humid air condenses on the hull. Spring and fall seems to be the times when it is the most common since the temps from night to day swing quite a bit.

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dtmackey

Mushrooms are a good out-of-the-box option, but my concern with any mooring anchor has always been the weak link of where the chain attaches to the mooring itself, and corrosion, which seems to be accelerated when submerged in mud (at least here in Puget Sound). I use a 5-gallon bucket or a large t...

dtmackey

Great write up. I've got 2 years on you Jim since my Etec 250 is a 2006. So far my replacement items are: - Plugs every 3 years - Impeller - Upgraded - Lower unit fluid every 3 years - T-stats replaced - HP Fuel pump replaced due to previous owner running phase separated gas and causing the failure....

dtmackey

I like to replace my impellers within a 3 years period in the 4 outboards I run. In my Cummings diesel and Northern Lights diesel genny, I also go 3 years, but in the off season I also remove the impeller from the housing so it can relax and the vanes do not take a "set" and it only takes ...

dtmackey

I would go with the mushroom anchor mentioned and probably bump up to 150lbs and make sure the shank is parallel with the bottom so the "cup" part of the mushroom is buried in the mud to offer good holding power. Now when it comes to chain, local knowledge might be best since what we use u...

dtmackey

I've seen impellers fail within 1 year, run in good clean water, you just never know. Personally I limit impeller life to 3 years max. Remember, it is rubber an the vanes are very "flexed" and as rubber ages it can take a set. I've seen the rubber separate from the inner shaft collar enoug...

dtmackey

My hat is off to Bob Dougherty and he's a legend in the boat community. I remember when Whaler moved from Rockland to Florida, and he was discussed as a legend back then.

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dtmackey

I'm and Etec owner and love them, but when I see these offers the first thing that pops into my head is - Evinrude is not hitting their sales objectives so they are offering additional incentives to lure customers from other brands now that they are in the final months of their fiscal year. With the...

dtmackey

For your needs, I'd lean toward a 60-HP motor that weighs no more than 250-lbs. I'd even consider the Yamaha F70 four-stroke-power-cycle engine--great engine. Water skiing with grandkids to me implies: --you, the driver --another adult for spotting, some states stipulate only an adult can legally sp...

dtmackey

Thanks [Phil]. I called a local marina with a very reputable fiberglass shop for a ballpark estimate to fix this, and they quoted $4,500! So, if I end up with the boat, I'll be doing the repair myself. $4500..... That's crazy since the materials and labor are not even close to that figure. Attack i...

dtmackey

I'm not a fan of the skeg guard after the damage is already done. I suppose it's a way of getting back on the water quick, but the clean hydrodynamics of the OEM skeg is what I consider idea. Bandaid on a broken arm is the analogy I use. I bought an outboard from a Fire Dept in W. Virgina for short ...

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