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by richiemac
Sat Jun 03, 2023 6:04 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: Mercury 90 FOURSTROKE Lubrication Fitting
Replies: 4
Views: 2003

Mercury 90 FOURSTROKE Lubrication Fitting

The lubrication fitting which goes into the vertical case by the shift rod on a 2015 Mercury 90-HP FOURSTROKE engine does not accept grease. I have removed the fitting and checked with a pump. I think [problem is a result of\ the lubrication channel being plugged. Give advice. ASIDE: the engine is o...
by richiemac
Wed May 08, 2019 4:37 pm
Forum: VHF MARINE RADIO
Topic: Radio Antenna Location on Small Center Console
Replies: 21
Views: 32383

Radio Antenna Location on Small Center Console

I purchased a 3-foot antenna. I need advice on where to install the antenna on a 2015 Boston Whaler 170 MONTAUK in order that: ⋅ the appearance of the boat with the antenna looks right ⋅ the antenna functions ⋅ the antenna does not interfere with the canvas Bimini top &...
by richiemac
Sun Feb 10, 2019 8:05 am
Forum: MARKETPLACE
Topic: Appraisal: 2015 170 Montauk
Replies: 3
Views: 4238

Re: Appraisal: 2015 170 Montauk

I bought my 2015 170 in 4/18 for $26.5. It had 1 hour on her. Garmin unit. Garaged. Daytona beach. Private party. I think I did well. I had shopped dealers and the dealer fees just seem to add around 6k to the price. I added the larger gas tank, Mercury vessel view, and the Mercury platinum warranty...
by richiemac
Tue May 29, 2018 7:28 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: 170 MONTAUK: Hose type, Hose Length for Hydraulic Steering
Replies: 2
Views: 3751

170 MONTAUK: Hose type, Hose Length for Hydraulic Steering

My 2016 170 Montauk with Mercury 90 FOURSTROKE has 10-hours of run time and has Seastar non-feedback mechanical steering.. I want to upgrade to Baystar hydraulic steering, which seems straightforward. A Boston Whaler boat repair technician suggested the steering be upgraded to use Uflex or Teleflex ...
by richiemac
Wed May 23, 2018 11:51 am
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: 2016 170 Montauk Fuel Tank Installation
Replies: 4
Views: 4006

Re: 2016 170 Montauk Gas Tank Install-

Thank you. Richard
by richiemac
Sat May 19, 2018 6:21 pm
Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
Topic: 2016 170 Montauk Fuel Tank Installation
Replies: 4
Views: 4006

2016 170 Montauk Fuel Tank Installation

[I have a 170 MONTAUK that has a] Mercury 90 FOURSTOKE. My 170 came with two 6.5-gallon tanks with ratcheting fill caps, a fuel level gauge, and hose connector plug. There are also two fuel-demand-valves, one for each tank. There is NO primer bulb. From West Marine, I purchased a Moeller 22-gallon w...
by richiemac
Fri Apr 20, 2018 6:50 pm
Forum: The GAM
Topic: 2016 170 Montauk Trailer Guide Bunks
Replies: 7
Views: 5237

2016 170 Montauk Trailer Guide Bunks

I am interested in [trailer]guide bunks [for a c.2016 170 MONTAUK.] Backstory: I just bought a 2016 170 Montauk with Mercury 90 FOURSTROKE with 2.7 hours for $26,500 in Daytona beach. {The seller] had health concerns immediately after delivery, and there it sat in the garage. I just bought a Mercury...