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Phil T

A sure sign that spring will come. It will, won't it? Please.

(We had snow on March 17th in KY)

Phil T

Just to be clear.

Awlgrip is paint and not gelcoat.

Either color will work.

Note that if you are spraying just the interior, there will be a difference with the outside hull due to the age and oxidation on the hull.

Phil T

The difference will be negligible.

Phil T

Bill--a 150-HP is the typical engine. I would look at weight of a two-stroke-power-cycle 150-HP engine as the goal. Lighter is always better. You can test the intended engine weight on the boat at a dock by loading the splash well with the intended weightm then inspect the boat's attitude and transo...

Phil T

Move the bunks.

Phil T

Typically owners purchasing a new trailer will select a model that has the appropriate capacity rating and features necessary and desired. When the trailer has arrived from the manufacturer, the selling dealer typically preps the trailer, installing the separated wheels, winch post, and other compon...

Phil T

The boat shown in the photos used to be a Katama. Many parts of the interior are missing (windscreen, console seats, RPS seatback) and are very hard to source.

Any classic 17 model will be great for your family until the kids get to be teenagers. They will want you to get a boat of your own.

Phil T

Contact your local dealer's parts department. On the east coast, Nauset Marine are the best. parts@nausetmarine.com In the midwest, The Boat House is superior. Sue Lodel, Parts Dept. Mgr. Phone: 920.793.2715 extension 1601 sue.lodel@boathouseh2o.com - it’s best if you call vs email. If the current m...

Phil T

I am sad to report that Dave Mackey (DtMackey) passed away on Friday. A wrong way driver crashed into the car he was riding in. Mackey was a member of this group and other whaler groups for many many years with hundreds of contributions on a multitude of subjects. For those of us who have been here ...

Phil T

I remember your project.

One of the best I have seen in my many years.

Phil T

Not again?

They suffered through that I75 rebuild back in 2021-2? Whenever I did the repower.

Regardless, they are always worth the effort to get there.

Phil T

George -

That style of bow roller with the outside rollers aka "cow bell" or "ears" is preferred in my opinion.

It offers better protection when loading in snotty conditions where the bow is moving side to side.

Phil

Phil T

Matt -

Have you checked with Jeff?

Sent you an email

Phil

Phil T

Bob Latourelle is the source for authentic reproduction wood parts and full interiors.

He is a sole proprietor and is well respected by the Whaler community.

Rlatourelle@comcast.net

Phil T

The putty box is used in modern boats as an area for installation of a through hull transducer or through-hull fittings. Boston Whaler fabricated this box out of solid fiberglass. For your predicament, let the foam dry to the touch. Coat the exposed foam with epoxy and reinstall a new through hull f...

Phil T

You can purchase stainless steel mounting hardware with your Carver top if you purchase through one of their vendors. I did this exact thing with my Outrage 17. https://www.boatcoversdirect.com/products/bimini_tops/BOSTON_WHALER_75/170_MONTAUK_O-B_W-_BOW_RAIL_W-_SIDE_RAILS_2121/23/A5475UB/8/ Note th...

Phil T

Installing a smaller diameter pipe and sealing the ends is a good approach.

Phil T

I am interested in doing another Lake Norman (NC) gathering.

We organized one in 23 and it was great.

Drop me an email.

Phil T

The Yamaha F70 is the ideal engine for that hull.

Phil T

The only OEM quality vendor for replacement wood parts/interiors is Bob Latourelle.

He is well respected by the classic Whaler community.

Bob is a sole proprietor. He does not have a website.
978.837.8808
rlatourelle@comcast.net

Phil T

Bring the tank with you and visit a supply store that caters to the farming sector, like these:

Tractor Supply
Southern States

Phil T

Thanks for the correction.

My attached drawing is the tank for the Outrage/Revenge 22.

Mea Culpa.

Phil T

Here is the original drawing from FMT for the tank. [I have deleted the attached file for the following reasons: it showed a 77-gallon fuel tank; the file name suggested this drawing was appropriate for an 18-foot hull, but later it was determined that was in error. Rather than let this mis-named fi...

Phil T

As a result of owners testing their Montauk 17 with the Yamaha VMax 90 SHO, the recommended propellers include: 13 x 21 Yamaha Painted Stainless Steel 13.25 X 20 Mercury LASER II Size applies to the specific brand/model only and is not transferable. The engine should be mounted two-holes-up with the...

Phil T

Visit your local Boston Whaler dealer.

The lower numbers could be due to the options installed.

Q2: is the spec sheet the one for your boat or from a marketing brochure?

Phil T

Buy the boat, reinstall the snaps to your liking and move on.

Phil T

Bill -

I would expect parts and mechanics to service it will be very hard to find. This is party true if you live within driving distance of Lockeman's Hardware and Boats in Detroit Michigan.

Phil T

Definitely NOT recommended.

It should be your goal to avoid cutting, drilling or making any additional holes in the hull so as to avoid the possibility of water penetration.

Phil T

While you have a nice rig, a majority of prospective buyers do not want a 2 stroke engine, regardless of condition.

As each year passes the number of shops that only work on 4 stroke engines increases.

I think 12K is the appropriate ballpark. Post in the spring as this is the dead of winter.

Phil T

I am assuming the fuel tank is original and there is no canvas bundled with the purchase. This time of year [the sale should be around] $12,000 to $14,000. In Spring 2025 [the sale should be around] $14,000 to $15,000 You are going to have to filter out all the lookilooo's who will say the engine is...

Phil T

Marc - that photo is priceless!

Phil T

Swen - I know of several members who purchased the mold kit and made a mold of their floor pattern and used it to repair sections that were damaged. The outcome depends on how much effort you are willing to put to this. I understand if you decide to sand smooth, repair with resin and gelcoat. How di...

Phil T

While the pattern is not available, you can make a mold.

Gibco Flex Mold is one product that owners have used to repair non-skid patterns.

A how-to article: https://gibcoflexmold.com/repair-resources/step-by-step-guide/

Phil T

A belated Happy Festivus and Chrismukkah to all.

Phil T

We need a drawing of the fuel line routing and fittings along the way.

There are too many unknowns.

Draw up what it looks like it, take a photo with your phone and post it here.

Phil T

This is "osmotic blistering."

It is the result of leaving a non barrier coated hull in the water too long.

For a technical explaination see "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osmotic_blistering"

Phil T

There is/was a metal tag on the outside of the transom on the upper right near the top.

There is a stencil number gelcoated on the forward wall of the transom and up forward.

What does the last registration show?

Phil T

Q2: how is the [boat] speed measured?

Q3: could it be you were transiting a high current zone?

Q4: how do you know the proper hub is not damaged?

Q5: did you turn the prop by hand (with the engine off and the shift in gear)

Phil T

Q2: have you consulted the Owner's manual and drawings to understand the rigging path? You should be able to disconnect the hoses at the live well and attach the new hoses to the end of the old and pull it back aft. [The process of pulling in new hoses] will be helped if the ambient temperature is v...

Phil T

Turbo swing is a good option. High quality. The Turbo Swing does not require you to leave the boat at the shop for weeks of manufacturing. The Turbo Swing only requires two additional holes to be drilled, rather than 12 for a tower or a pylon. The Turbo Swing can be removed when not in use or when y...

Phil T

Many owners with gauges that fogged up solved the problem by wiring the gauge lamps to the engine key switch ACCESSORY circuit rather than the navigation light circuit.

When the engine is running, the heat from the lamps would evaporate the moisture under the gauge bezel.

Phil T

A 10-feet-long steering cable is correct.

Phil T

With the Outrage 190 no longer in production, I doubt the cup holder gasket is available from Whaler.

I would investigate a gasket vendor.

It may be you will need to purchase gasket material of the appropriate thickness and cut the shape yourself.

Phil T

At some point in the past, Boston Whaler was using Sikaflex as its "adhesive"

Sikaflex 291 is a one part polyurethane adhesive.

https://www.jamestowndistributors.com/product/product-detail/3512

Phil T

Do NOT remove the bow rail. Add a hinged section instead. Read these threads: https://continuouswave.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=7985&p=46073 Bimini hardware hinge thread: https://continuouswave.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=5872 Do not go digging around in the bow cutting a large hole. Buy th...

Phil T

Have you contacted a Mercury dealer?

Sim Mercury is a good start. Give them a call.
http://www.simmercury.com

Phil T

I agree with Tom.

Move the stern light to the starboard side.

Phil T

To eliminate the gauges from the list of culprits, swap out port and starboard tach/speedometer and see if they work.

Phil T

Not a Boston Whaler production model.

There are many companies that made ~18' center consoles. Some even copied the smirked bow.

It could be a CPD Raider (modified hull of the Outrage) that was heavily modified.

What does the HIN show?

Phil T

Most likely private equity shareholders looking for better return on investment. Sell these low performing assets and buy something else. They are so impatient. Cut and run. https://www.bnnbloomberg.ca/business/company-news/2024/10/17/brp-looks-to-sell-marine-businesses-double-down-on-powersports-ce...

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