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OldKenT

Seamus, I don't know your boat, but if you are going to boat in Scituate Harbor, along the South Shore, into the North River, or in Hingham Harbor, you would be well served to know the waters very well before you begin and while you are boating. Get and study up to date charts. Put some up-to-date e...

OldKenT

A picture says a thousand words, but unfortunately my boat is stored for the winter so no photo is available. So here is the long description, which seems to be similar to the platform used by the OP in some respects: The underside of the rub rail on a late 1980s 13 foot super sport has a curved rec...

OldKenT

South of Boston in Lakeville, MA, is Metan Marine, which may fit your needs: metanmarine.com.

OldKenT

A1. Simrad EVO3 9"
A2. Yes
A3. Yes

OldKenT

I should have been more clear. My F70 was installed in Spring 2018 with a water pressure sensor, both in new condition, and the water pressure sensor has not failed.

OldKenT

El Rollo, The operation manual for my command link (square) multifunction meter shows a 5 bar water pressure scale at page 9 of the manual with the second bar from the left end identified as 10 psi and the fourth bar identified as 20 psi. That layout suggests a psi to 5 bar scale relationship of 5, ...

OldKenT

Yes, Butch, I did. Simrad has replaced the RS35 with the RS40 and has no mounting brackets remaining in stock for the older radio. I had the radio flush mounted originally, but after using if for a year decided to mount it differently. The installer gave me all parts except the mounting bracket, and...

OldKenT

If you have a Lowrance Link-8 or a Simrad RS35 VHF radio and are not using the mounting bracket, I would like to buy the bracket from you. These two radios have the same dimensions, and it appears that the mounting brackets will fit either. You can reach me via my listed email. Thanks--Ken

OldKenT

Peter,
This link may provide the answer to your question:
https://www.lowrance.com/help-and-suppo ... Id=002-437
Lowrance has color coded its connectors, so perhaps Help and Support can answer your question if this page does not.
Ken

OldKenT

Crusty, Fold a bath towel and put it between the wood on the bottom of the Reversible Pilot seatback and the seat cushion to prevent the wood from exerting a constant pressure on the vinyl covering of the cushion and the foam in the cushion. This will help to avoid (a) discoloration of the cushion v...

OldKenT

Thank you, jimh and Phil T, for the replies and advice and for the reference to the prior string on the Old Forum about the SternSaver. I found it interesting that you differed in approach and I can see the desirability of both approaches. I agree with Jim that using screws is the simpler and more t...

OldKenT

I have selected a good location for installing my Totalscan transducer to the transom of my 1985 17-foot Newport, so the next step is to install it, and I would appreciate advice and comments on the following options: ⋅ Attach a block of KING StarBoard to the transom with stainless steel s...

OldKenT

[Glen Ravin Mills SUNBRELLA fabric] is used by [ Wm. J. Mills & Co.]. I have used [Glen Ravin Mills SUNBRELLA fabric] to repair holes and tears in a flying top and a forward shelter after removing them from the frame. Then, after washing and drying per Sailrite's instructions, I have used the Fa...

OldKenT

I have no personal experience with purchasing waterproof covers, but you can easily make your own with Sunbrella. Occasional use of Fabric Guard 303 will retain or restore the waterproof quality. There are several helpful how-to videos produced by Sailrite. Go to their website at sailrite.com, and s...

OldKenT

Jim, I have always thought the same, and have regularly used WD-40 on the rust prone parts of my trailer, except for the contact points for the trailer lights where I used Vaseline at an electrician's suggestion. I should add that the same people who say WD-40 is not the best preventive for rust pre...

OldKenT

Butch, The people at the marine supply store I use tell me that WD-40 attracts water, and they suggest using CRC 6-56 Multi-Purpose Lubricant, which is what they spray on wires and electrical parts under the outboard cowling when winterizing an outboard. An alternative would be to wipe down all the ...

OldKenT

Keep in mind that the "beam" is measured at the widest point, which means at the extremes of the rub rails. The sides of the boat which will be between the fenders are a couple of inches or more less than the rub rails on each side of the boat, and it is the sides of the boat, not the rub ...

OldKenT

My 1985 Newport 17 (which I think has the same hull dimensions as your 1992 Montauk) fits nicely on a 2017 Load Rite 5S-172200. The 73-inches between fenders allows the hull to sit between the fenders, not over them, with 3-inches of clearance between the hull and the fender on each side, and keeps ...

OldKenT

Take a look at integritymarinecorp.com. I think they are either a subsidiary of or a cooperating corporation with Barbour Plastics, which I understand was the original Boston Whaler rub rail and flexible insert supplier. I have found them to be responsive and to have exact replacements for OEM equip...

OldKenT

From October 1 to November 19, 2018 Yamaha is now offering six years of warranty: three years of its base warranty plus three years of its Extended Warranty, plus a $400 rebate on the F70LA.

OldKenT

If you are able to contact the prior owner, find out specifically what varnish was used for the current finish, and use the same. Varnishes vary in color, gloss and solid content, so achieving a uniform appearance in the finish will be more likely if you use the same varnish as formed the current fi...

OldKenT

I was unable to load more than the three photos on the original posting, but more photos appear on the craigslist ad mentioned above, and I can send additional photos to anyone requesting them.
Ken

OldKenT

This boat, motor and trailer are in very good to excellent condition and everything works as it should. It is located in Norwell, MA. The flying top and forward shelter are Mills canvas on the original aluminum frames with no holes and only one very small patch on the forward shelter as shown in a p...

OldKenT

If the charger Jim has described doesn't work for you, take a look at MinnKota Precision chargers: https://minnkotamotors.johnsonoutdoors.com/board-precision-chargers?id=13971 I have used a 2-bank model for a few years and find it to be very reliable. It does not have a display screen, but it does a...

OldKenT

Phil, Here is the link to the Guide: http://gfretwell.com/ftp/Rigging%20guide%202012.pdf Section 2 of the Guide identifies Yamaha propellers and WOT Operating Range for Yamaha outboards as of 2012, and the formula I mentioned is on page 4 in that section, so the page number is marked as 2-4. My outb...

OldKenT

I have recently repowered my 1985 17-foot Newport with a new Yamaha F70LA, using the excellent advice given on this forum, and am now testing the initial prop selection – an aluminum Yamaha K-series 13-5/8” X 14” – and, of course, comparing speeds and RPMs to those posted on this site for that motor...

OldKenT

Tears and holes in Sunbrella are really quite easy to repair or patch if you have access to a sewing machine, even if you have not had prior experience. Mills and others will sell Sunbrella by the yard, and videos on how to repair Sunbrella have been posted by Sailrite, which also sells Sunbrella an...

OldKenT

I was told by Mills that it used aluminum frames for some time prior to switching to stainless steel. I have a forward shelter, flying top and windshield on an aluminum frame with Mills labels on one boat and a forward shelter, flying top and windshield on a stainless steel frame on another. One was...

OldKenT

This kit is in its original unopened plastic wrapper, is to be used only with No Feedback helms, and consists of the 90 degree bezel, the bracket (and bolts and nuts) to attach the helm to the console, the washer and nut to attach the steering wheel to the helm, and installation instructions and tem...

OldKenT

Achieving a perfect match in color and tone is really not possible. I suggest that you save yourself the stress of trying to do that. Thinning varnish for the first two coats is the correct course for filling pores in the wood. Alternatively, you could use a sanding sealer. Then apply full coats and...

OldKenT

Since two of your concerns are tide and wind, the 24-volt motor is going to give you much better performance and safety than a 12-volt system. After a few hours of working against tide and wind, an 80-pound thrust 24-volt system will still have reserves where the 12-volt system might not, and if you...

OldKenT

As stated in the reference section, Barbour Plastics in Brockton, Massachusetts was the OEM supplier to Boston Whaler of rubrails and flexible inserts in the 1980s. You can see what is now available at integritymarinecorp.com. Pricing is given on the web site for packages and individual components. ...

OldKenT

Boston Whaler calls the wooden board you refer to a "riser". On both my 1985 Newport and my 1976 Newport, the riser is about 10 feet 8 inches long, 2 and 1/8 inches wide and 3/4 inch thick. The riser is fastened to the hull with screws through the interior gel coat and into a 7/8 inch maho...

OldKenT

Yes, it helps a lot, Whal. Thanks. Especially about the Garmin. Did you do your own installation, and did you consider the Simrad Go7?

OldKenT

Thanks, El Rollo. Are you using the square or round gauge? The Yamaha rigging guide seems to show differences between them in how information is displayed.

OldKenT

Thank you, Jim. I will certainly read all of these references. The Yamaha F70 Hot Sheet revised in July 2010 states that "External NMEA-2000 Displays", as well as Yamaha's analog and digital multifunction displays, are compatible with the F70. See: http://www.yamaha-motor.com/outboard/Hot_...

OldKenT

Hello all--I will soon re-power my 1985 17-foot Newport with a new Yamaha F70. I would appreciate advice on the best gauges or liquid-crystal-display (LCD) to use with the F70, and whether gauge installation is a do-it-yourself type project for a reasonably handy person. I have read the recent posts...

OldKenT

I have gotten excellent results from 3M Marine Metal Restorer and Polish. After reading earlier posts in this string, I tried Barkeeper's Friend, which does clean up most stains, but the 3M product gives a better finish - cleaner and shinier. Finish with a good wax.

OldKenT

The wood you need is not hard to find. If you are in a major metropolitan area, you will certainly have a hardwood supplier nearby so you can look at the wood to select a piece for a good color match. If you do not have hardwood suppliers in your area, you can certainly find one online who will have...

OldKenT

For the gelcoat crazing in your console, follow jimh's and Phil_T's advice. Do not paint. If the crazing is too fine to fill with gelcoat, try lightly sanding with wet / dry 600 and higher grit sandpaper using soapy water or a mild cleaner like Simple Green to reduce the sanding action. That will re...

OldKenT

Jim has an excellent posting on rub rails in the reference section. Following his lead, I went to the Barbour Plastics web site, which led me to the web site for Integrity Marine Corp., http://www.integritymarinecorp.com, which is now the supplier of Whaler OEM rigid rub rails and flexible inserts, ...

OldKenT

If there is no oxidation, Collinite is a good cleaner for fiberglass, and Collinite 925 is a good wax. If your hull has oxidized, use 3M Heavy Duty Rubbing Compound or 3M Finesse-It, depending on degree of oxidation. Use a polisher and compounding, buffing, or polishing pads, as appropriate, and you...

OldKenT

If you remove the boat, you will still have to jack up the trailer to replace the springs. True, there will be less weight on your supporting blocks if you do that, but I think that if you do it appropriately, you can jack up each side of the trailer and place supports under each side behind and in ...

OldKenT

Thanks, Pete. I am trying to get the Mercury manual because I have seen comments that Seloc and Clymer are sometimes wrong in their instructions. I have no personal knowledge of that, but when I have used Mercury manuals I have found them to be excellent in drawings and instructions. If someone find...

OldKenT

I recently purchased a 1985 Newport with its original 1985 Mercury 6 cylinder ELPT 90hp motor, S/N A150399, and am looking for the Mercury Marine Service Manual which covers this motor. If you have one for sale, or know the Mercury publication number for the correct manual, please let me know.

OldKenT

I could certainly do that, but wouldn't be able to counterbore them, so I am trying to return to the original style of tee if possible.

OldKenT

frontier, thanks for the reference. I think the sea dog items are very similar to what I now have. The reason I want to switch them out is to get tees with holes on the sides which will allow screws to go into or through two separate rails which meet inside the tee. The Whitecap 90 degree tee #6136 ...

OldKenT

Sorry. Reference should be to whitecapindustries.net, not .com.

OldKenT

The prior owner of my 1976 17' Newport replaced four rail tees with universal tees using set screws. I am looking for original parts or equivalent. The originals are drilled and counterbored 316 stainless 60 degree tees for 7/8" O.D. rail. Drilled and counterbored 90 degree tees were widely use...

OldKenT

In the reference section of this web site, Jim has posted articles giving details of how best to set up your trailer. I followed them, and highly recommend them. Easy to understand and apply, and they work!

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