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That looks like a well thought out conversion to accommodate two anglers.

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Because the engine was automotive I asked if the pump was engine or gear case mounted. To learn the Bearcat had two pumps much like a typical sterndrive cooling system would not surprise me. We had a 260 Mercruiser sterndrive with closed cooling which had three water pumps. One was located in the dr...

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If you have exhausted the usual sources ebay may be worth a look.

Q2: Is the water pump engine-mounted or in the lower unit?

If you need an impeller or seal McMaster Carr is worth a look.

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More towing capacity is not necessarily better. More capacity often requires a more heavy-duty tow vehicle which possibly will require more fuel to operate. It may also require a heaver-duty suspension resulting in a rougher ride for the trailer and cargo. When we purchased our 190 Montauk we travel...

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Q3: do you not trust your vehicle manufacturer's tow rating?

If the vehicle is in good condition use it to tow your Montauk home. Before towing ensure the tires are fully inflated on both your vehicle and the boat trailer.

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What is too much power? There are thousands of boats successfully operating with more power than the boat is rated for. I believe he weight of the engines is a more critical factor than the horsepower. Horsepower is easily controlled by throttle position.

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A change in engine trim can have a significant effect on boat speed as can any change in engine mounting.

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There is virtually no such thing as too much horsepower. There is a problem with an under powered boat. There are things an under powered boat can not do which a boat with enough power can do. An under powered boat is difficult to sell and the selling price would be much lower than expected.

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Q4: are the original tanks defective?

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[Your new MISCHIEF 15 is a] nice boat and a good find. Q1: can an original equipment boat cover be purchased? No. You won't find any OEM canvas. Carver Covers (http://www.carvercovers.com) makes covers fitted to several different model boats. They also make high quality Bimini tops, some of which wo...

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A 160 Dauntless or Dauntless 16 could fit your requirements if it will fit in your garage. A swing-tongue trailer is very useful if storage space is a problem. A trailer can be easily converted to a swing-tongue trailer using a widely available kit. If a Dauntless is being considered I recommend it ...

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I recommend stanchion mounted rod holders. To properly install gunwale flush mount rod holders drains should be included. A hard rain can put a lot of water in a holder. It would either need to be removed or allowed to evaporate AND soak into the hull's foam. Flush mount rod holders with covers are ...

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Mas - I agree but would say 80-percent of the center console boats 20 feet and over.

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Some boaters like T-Tops because they offer a convenient place to mount a RADAR antenna. Others like T-Tops because they have become something of a status symbol. And finally, many boats are equipped with T-Tops because dealers order so many stock boats with them installed. I prefer Bimini Tops. A r...

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Be aware of the different grades of stainless steel' corrosion resistance before buying.

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Be aware that KING StarBoard marine plastic lacks strength and may not be the best material to use for thwart seats. It will bend under load. Some form of added reinforcement will be needed.

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I would have doubts about advice from a salesman who recommends an engine which needs trim tabs. A properly powered 15 foot boat should not need trim tabs.

Q1: why do you feel a jack plate is needed?

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Is there something wrong with the boats' original battery location? That is probably a pretty good battery location. Many Boston Whaler boats have ample room for two batteries in the designed space.

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Use rubber fuel line approved by the USCG.

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That [bi-color combined sidelights lamp] is a gorgeous piece of jewelry. At $300 it would make a nice anniversary gift for an understanding spouse.

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We owned a Dauntless 16 for about ten years. It was powered by a 115 HP FICHT 2 stroke engine turning a four blade propeller. The engine was raised to the next to the highest mounting position [two-holes-up]. We found the Dauntless to be a very stable platform once on plane although it was sensitive...

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I owned a 1999 Dauntless 16 powered by a 115 HP FICHT engine. The FICHT was the predecessor to the E-Tech. My experience was similar to yours. Based on recommendations on this forum I replaced the original 3 blade propeller with a 4 blade propeller and raised the engine mounting height. The improvem...

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Before deciding on how you will install the batteries and wiring for the trolling motor check inside the console for a rigging tunnel running forward from the console. If the tunnel is there it is to facilitate installation of trolling motor wiring. The buyer of our previous 1999 Dauntless 16 wanted...

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I assume you are a salt water boater given your use of "Aloha". A boat we owned several years ago had a recirculating toilet with a pump out tank and hoses. Pumping out the effluent and cleaning up the toilet was a very unpleasant chore and required the head and cabin to be well ventilated...

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If the new engine includes a transferable factory extended warranty it would increase the value for many buyers.

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A 13 foot donor hull to provide a center section could be an alternative, although the suggestion to simply shorten an Outrage 17 would make more sense as would almost any alternative beginning with "forget about it".

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It's been so long since I've dealt with SmartCraft that I'm simply unqualified to offer any useful advice on the system. Sorry.

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A major reason I connected my SmartCraft information to an MFD was because the SC1000 gauges were so difficult to use. I never used the gauge(s) after connecting to the MFD.

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An excellent manufacturer of bimini tops is Carver Covers, http://www.carvercovers.com . They sell covers with high quality stainless steel bows and hardware and Sunbrella fabric. For something as simple as a console and or seat cover I recommend you use a local fabricator. A local fabricator can ma...

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PARKIT trailer dollies are temporarily priced at some significant markdowns.

Visit http://www.parkit360.com

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Good to know. Our population will come close to doubling by January. Some city facilities will become overcrowded, our library and fitness center are examples. Parking spaces for shopping will also become more difficult to find.

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Yachts and cruisers from Canada and the North continue to travel Southward through the ICW to Florida and points farther South. We wish them good luck and fair weather.

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Your profile indicates you are on Padre Island, TX. Not all states require a over-wide permit to tow 10-foot-wide loads. Before rejecting a wide boat I would double check with DMV.

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Our previously owned Dauntless 16 was equipped with an OEM platform and ladder. It was barely adequate because the single lower step was not deep enough in the water when deployed. Our habit was to use the outboard engine as a booster step when boarding from the water. I recommend you try to find a ...

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EV charging networks require careful advance planing before travel,

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I suspect a query with Tesla will reveal any salt water towing precautions.

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Gentlemen, thank you for the encouragement and advice.

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Since I am now laid up for at least the remainder of the year, I may as well lay-up the 13-foot Boston Whaler. About four weeks ago while on a bicycle ride with my wife I managed to fracture a femur. My age will delay a full recovery so there is little reason to put off the boat storage for the wint...

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I believe fresh water weighs around 8.34 pounds per gallon.

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Unless I stumble upon a fair price from the start I look for other bids from shops with good reputations. Some Boston Whaler models often sold with a trolling motor option are all constructed with the cable tunnel from the center console to the bow to simplify production. Before cutting on your deck...

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Before deciding which trailer brand is for you, consider these factors: ⋅ If you are boating in saltwater or brackish water, trailer corrosion becomes a very important factor. For boating in freshwater, perhaps trailer corrosion is a little less important. ⋅ Will you be towing ov...

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You are correct, I was referring to the years from 1953 through 1962. In 1962 I completed several months of technical training on construction equipment and diesel engines. Learning how mechanical devices actually worked and the application of physics was an eye opener.

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I believe the service life of virtually everything on boats is improved by mostly fresh water use. Salt water is an incredibly damaging medium.

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I don't like the large loop. It gets underfoot and is a bit of a hazard for this 83-year-old man. If I can reduce the loop size considerably that would justify new shorter cables. I've not yet found all the information I would like on the Teleflex-Morse or the Dometic-Seastar web sites. I think they...

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That looks like a nice unit. Adding tilt/trim makes it pricey but it's for our classic. I'll be needing the dimensional drawing to see about mounting to the mahogany side lumber. Next I'll be needing to get the length of the control cables. The existing cables are silver in color and they form a lar...

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Jim and Phil, thank you for your replies. I'm not in love with the Mercury control and can certainly look into the classic Morse control. It will need to be a side mount device with the required electrical properties. I'll have to see what I can learn from Google or Bing.

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On my 1981 SPORT 13 with a [2008] Mercury 30-HP FOURSTROKE engine with power tilt and trim the [remote] throttle and shift controls are very stiff to operate. I suspect the [mechanical] cables are the newer sealed type which should be replaced rather than lubricated. In the interest of future reliab...

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Way back in the day we used a can of "Stop Leak" as the first line of defense and it would stop minor radiator leaks. I doubt it would have stopped a worn water pump drive shaft seal leak but we would have tried. I can't recommend it for modern cooling system leaks except as an emergency m...

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I believe you may be ill advised to install a wash down pump in your 160. Bilge space is so limited as to make the project pretty difficult to install a seldom needed device. Adding another through hull fitting and valve below the waterline will add to potential maintenance concerns later in your bo...

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Thank you for the information. Does the license have any practical application now?

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