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- Fri Apr 01, 2022 11:04 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Short Film: SUPER SPORT 15 Underway
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1746
Re: Short Film: SUPER SPORT 15 Underway
At the price point third party testing would suppress doubters which, while costly, would be desirable. Agree with you that if they are selling all their production any further testing is unnecessary. Perhaps I am mistaken but I believe the so called small boat market would be highly desirable to a ...
- Tue Mar 29, 2022 9:53 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 2003 MONTAUK 17 Bait Tank Location
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2067
Re: 2003 MONTAUK 17 Bait Tank Location
It's surprising the 170 Montauk live bait well lacks a recirculating water pump. Our 190 Montauk live bait well was supplied with sea water via a through hull fitting piping and a circulating pump to maintain oxygen levels in the bait well water and to keep the water at the same temperature as the s...
- Tue Mar 29, 2022 9:36 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Short Film: SUPER SPORT 15 Underway
- Replies: 11
- Views: 1746
Re: Short Film: SUPER SPORT 15 Underway
It is unfortunate that Sharrow has not demonstrated superior performance over a wide selection of boat/engine makes and models. That has led to much doubt of the propeller's efficacy in multiple applications.
I suspect the company may have begun marketing before the product was ready.
I suspect the company may have begun marketing before the product was ready.
- Sun Mar 27, 2022 10:36 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Six Outboard Powered USCG Boat
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1963
Re: Six Outboard Powered USCG Boat
Thank you for that information. What you wrote is entirely possible. I asked participants in a Gulf Coastal blog if anyone had seen a similar boat. After several attempts at humor citing the dangers of drinking while boating a participant posted that he had seen the boat I described on the West side...
- Fri Mar 25, 2022 10:17 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Blue Top Legend
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4778
Re: Blue Top Legend
Your crowd was far more sophisticated than mine. My Mother tried to convince me that a Raleigh bicycle was the best available at the time, 1948 or 1949. I don't know if it was an English brand but it had skinny tires and looked "funny" to me.
- Thu Mar 24, 2022 11:05 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 2003 MONTAUK 17 Bait Tank Location
- Replies: 13
- Views: 2067
Re: 2003 MONTAUK 17 Bait Tank Location
If you don't need a large amount of bait or a large bait tank. A five-gallon utility bucket with lid and air pump in the cockpit works very well. We secure ours with a bungee cord. If we are angling from both ends of the boat we secure it approximately midships, otherwise we just keep it handy.
- Thu Mar 24, 2022 11:01 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Blue Top Legend
- Replies: 12
- Views: 4778
Re: Blue Top Legend
Come on, guys. If you didn't have a Columbia you didn't have a bicycle. Mine had a front wheel shock absorbing spring.
- Sat Mar 19, 2022 10:03 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2005 270 OUTRAGE Live Well Fills with Water
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1478
Re: 2005 270 OUTRAGE Live Well Fills with Water
Live bait wells normally have a two way valve between the water inlet through hull fitting and the live well. It is usually found close the thru hull fitting. If space permits a similar valve could be installed in the forward fish well of you Outrage.
- Fri Mar 18, 2022 12:05 pm
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Six Outboard Powered USCG Boat
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1963
Re: Six Outboard Powered USCG Boat
I just spoke with Mobile Sector USCG OOD and she disclaimed any such boat. My wife agrees the boat we saw was a CG vessel and had six outboards. Regret the post.
- Fri Mar 18, 2022 10:49 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Six Outboard Powered USCG Boat
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1963
Re: Six Outboard Powered USCG Boat
Jim - Thanks for calling the Pensacola USCG Station. I will call the Mobile station. Phil - Agree a photo would be helpful. Unfortunately I'm one of those old guys who does not have a cell phone at his fingertips at all times. Otherwise I could flood the site with photos of interesting traffic on th...
- Fri Mar 18, 2022 10:34 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 1974 OUTRAGE: Identify Bolts in Motor Well; Adhesive Used to Join Hull Sections
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1636
Re: 1974 OUTRAGE: Identify Bolts in Motor Well; Adhesive Used to Join Hull Sections
What happens to the foam flotation when the deck assembly is separated from the hull assembly? My understanding is that the foam is injected under high pressure after the deck is attached to the hull. Would the operation not involve significant risk to the integrity of the flotation, not to mention ...
- Thu Mar 17, 2022 10:43 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Six Outboard Powered USCG Boat
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1963
Re: Six Outboard Powered USCG Boat
Phil - The boat pictured was very similar but larger than the one I saw. JimH - The engine cowlings were black. The boat was clearly not a seizure boat modified for CG use. We have seen virtually identical CG boats with as many as four engines recently. These type boats routinely patrol the waterway...
- Wed Mar 16, 2022 11:44 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Six Outboard Powered USCG Boat
- Replies: 13
- Views: 1963
Six Outboard Powered USCG Boat
Yesterday I saw a USCG boat with six Verado outboards on the transom. The two center engines were tilted out of the water. I was unable to determine the engine's horsepower. I'm unsure of the boat model but believe it was a Response boat. It had a large pilothouse, a flotation collar and a pronounce...
- Wed Mar 16, 2022 10:45 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Trailer Refurbishment: 1992 E-Z-LOADER
- Replies: 25
- Views: 10787
Re: Trailer Refurbishment: 1992 E-Z-LOADER
Nice device. It's on my list. Thank you.
- Tue Mar 15, 2022 10:18 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Trailer Road Clearance
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2292
Re: Trailer Road Clearance
If a mechanic is unsure about doing what you ask him to do, find another mechanic. If I have read the posts correctly you now have seven inches of road clearance with your trailer. If you installed the springs above the axle it would increase the clearance by four inches. That would provide eleven i...
- Sat Mar 12, 2022 9:57 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Hull Sprayed with Bed Liner
- Replies: 11
- Views: 2041
Re: Hull Sprayed with Bed Liner
It is unlikely the prior owner had the truck bed liner material applied for no reason. In my experience the original Boston Whaler non-skid surfaces provide better non-skid qualities than bed liner material. I would leave the bed liner in place and replace it where it has been removed. I would be af...
- Sat Mar 12, 2022 9:48 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Trailer Road Clearance
- Replies: 14
- Views: 2292
Re: Trailer Road Clearance
I recommend checking the attitude of your trailer before concerning yourself with the road clearance. Ensure it is approximately level when on level terrain. The height of the hitch ball on your towing vehicle determines the attitude of the trailer under tow. Seven inches of clearance seems low if t...
- Fri Mar 11, 2022 10:37 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: A Boat Market Slow Down
- Replies: 10
- Views: 1571
Re: A Boat Market Slow Down
There are always people who live beyond their means including people who have some serious resources. They may find themselves unable to afford the fuel to "play" with their boats. Speaking for myself, I was never influenced to spend less time boating by the cost of fuel. Of all the costs ...
- Tue Mar 08, 2022 9:37 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Keeping the Great Lakes Great
- Replies: 1
- Views: 591
Re: Keeping the Great Lakes Great
It's excellent news that the Corps of Engineers received federal funding of almost a billion dollars to help in the fight against further invasion of the Asian Carp. It's a shame the planned work will take eight years to complete. Regardless, it's progress.
- Sat Mar 05, 2022 9:46 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 2006 Verado 150 Trim Pump Replacement
- Replies: 14
- Views: 4730
Re: 2006 Verado 150 Trim Pump Replacement
Long ago I read that sacrificial anodes can become "coated" with a substance that inhibits effectiveness. I'm unable to recall the specifics of the anode material, zinc or aluminum, nor the chemical reaction causing the anode failure. The advice provided with the information was to replace...
- Tue Mar 01, 2022 10:25 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 2006 Verado 150 Trim Pump Replacement
- Replies: 14
- Views: 4730
Re: 2006 Verado 150 Trim Pump Replacement
If you are in a slip and your engine lower unit is in the water anything connected to the engine is susceptible to stray current corrosion or erosion. Any water in the bilge can also contribute to problems. It makes no difference if you are not connected to shore power. If you have neighboring boats...
- Tue Mar 01, 2022 10:15 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Enough Winter
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3908
Re: Enough Winter
We just received our power bill. It's slightly over $200, the highest we have had since moving here almost four years ago. The forecast for the first week in March is for seven days with highs in the seventies. I'll be starting the Mercury to ensure there is no gunk in the injectors this week. We wi...
- Sun Feb 27, 2022 10:16 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 2003 Outrage 21 or 2007 190 Montauk
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1281
Re: 2003 Outrage 21 or 2007 190 Montauk
We owned a 190 Montauk bought primarily for inshore and near offshore fishing. It excelled in both roles. The optional aft live bait well was a very useful option. We also added two rail mounted stainless steel clamp on rod holders to the side rails. The boat was powered with a 135 HP Verado engine ...
- Fri Feb 25, 2022 10:00 am
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: Modifying 2005 130 SPORT Hull
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5989
Re: Modifying 2005 130 SPORT Hull
I have doubts that a 2005 130 Sport hull is designed with a hook. Anyone with an identical hull who can determine the existence or not of a hook please provide the answer.
- Thu Feb 24, 2022 10:37 am
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: Modifying 2005 130 SPORT Hull
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5989
Re: Modifying 130 SPORT Hull
Q3: Does the 130 Sport hull have a hook?
- Tue Feb 22, 2022 10:17 am
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 370 OUTRAGE Fuel Economy
- Replies: 9
- Views: 13541
Re: 370 OUTRAGE Fuel Economy
Tuning the ECU to increase engine HP is no longer easy. Simon Motorsports was one of the leading tuners but I believe the EPA has had a lot of success in shutting down tuners. If you can find 350 HP Verado ECUs to replace your original ECUs that may be your least cost option to increase your engines...
- Sun Feb 20, 2022 10:58 am
- Forum: SMALL BOAT ELECTRICAL
- Topic: 1986 Outrage 18 Moving Battery to Console from Stern
- Replies: 4
- Views: 3461
Re: 1986 Outrage 18 Battery moving questions
Will moving the switch to the console reduce the battery cable lengths If moving it does not improve operation or save money I would leave it where it is most convenient to use. All the battery switches I have used were in the console and it was not easy or convenient to operate them there.
- Sun Feb 20, 2022 10:53 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Southeast Michigan Repair Shop for Engine Cowling
- Replies: 5
- Views: 1087
Re: Southeast Michigan Repair Shop for Engine Cowling
If you can find a local firm that applies advertising "wraps" on vehicles they may have expertise in applying decals. An employee may be willing to apply your decals after hours if the job is too small for the firm or if they are backed up.
- Fri Feb 18, 2022 10:34 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: New Coast Guard Fire Extinguisher Regulations
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1577
Re: New Coast Guard Fire Extinguisher Regulations
We purchase new flares when our old ones become outdated. We keep the expired flares as backup to the new ones. When in trouble on the water a few extra flares could be helpful. We prefer parachute flares because they are far more likely to be seen due to their longer fall duration or hover time.
- Wed Feb 16, 2022 10:34 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Enough Winter
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3908
Re: Enough Winter
But, you could be in Maine.
- Mon Feb 14, 2022 9:52 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Enough Winter
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3908
Re: Enough Winter
It was 34 F here in Gulf Shores as of 7:00 this morning. The average is 44 F for this time of year. December was kind to us but January and, so far, February have been much colder than usual. Forecast don't indicate that we will see much improvement for the second half of February. Hopefully we will...
- Sun Feb 13, 2022 10:08 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Gel Coat Color for 2012 150 MONTAUK
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1372
Re: Gel Coat Color for 2012 150 MONTAUK
It appears that the cracks may extend up under the rubrail. I hope your repair can be made without removing it.
Our West Marine store stocks Marine Tex.
Our West Marine store stocks Marine Tex.
- Sun Feb 13, 2022 10:04 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Enough Winter
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3908
Re: Enough Winter
Bama - The waterway was busy with fishing boats yesterday and there were several kayaks working the rip rap and structure. I saw one angler taking three large Sheepsheads in 30 minutes at our neighbors boat lift. He told me he was using live shrimp for bait. The kayak angles prefer the pedal powered...
- Sat Feb 12, 2022 10:51 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Enough Winter
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3908
Re: Enough Winter
I spent a winter in North Dakota near the Canadian Border in 1975. I was young and single and the small town near our base, Nekoma, which had a population of fewer than 1000 was quite different from anywhere I have visited. The residents of ND were just about the nicest, friendliest, most welcoming ...
- Thu Feb 10, 2022 10:23 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Enough Winter
- Replies: 25
- Views: 3908
Enough Winter
I'll be glad to see the last of Winter this year. The limited posts here reflect few people are using or maintaining their Boston Whalers now, me included.
- Fri Jan 28, 2022 9:22 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Boat Insurance Premium Increase
- Replies: 7
- Views: 1969
Re: Boat Insurance Premium Increase
There is plenty of competition in the boat insurance business. Careful shopping can result in real savings. The usual premium lowering tactics apply. Higher deductibles are one of the easiest ways to lower premiums. I found that my deductible was much lower than necessary because I had not considere...
- Sun Jan 23, 2022 11:52 am
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 2002 160 VENTURA with Suzuki DF140BG
- Replies: 30
- Views: 9699
Re: 2002 160 VENTURA with Suzuki DF140BG
Where we are located on the Alabama Gulf Coast Suzuki is the preferred engine for repowers by professional guides by a wide margin. A few visits to our launch ramps and commercial marinas are indicative of the preference. While on a fishing trip with a local professional guide I asked why he had cho...
- Tue Jan 18, 2022 10:21 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 1981 Outrage V-22 Sterndrive
- Replies: 54
- Views: 58220
Re: 1981 Outrage V-22 Sterndrive
Ram Mounts are a nice alternative. They offer more flexibility than gimbal mounts and installation is easier. I use on for the multi-function display (MFD) on our Sport 13 due to the very limited console size. On our recently sold 190 Montauk the MFD was flush mounted and on our other previously own...
- Sun Jan 16, 2022 11:09 am
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: 2002 160 VENTURA with Suzuki DF140BG
- Replies: 30
- Views: 9699
Re: 2002 VENTURA 160 with Suzuki DF140BG
We owned a DAUNTLESS 16 which is very similar to the 160 VENTURA you own. Our DAUNTLESS 16 was powered with a 1999 Evinrude FICHT 115-HP engine, which was a perfect engine for the boat. A 140-HP engine should provide very exciting performance and provide boat speeds one would seldom use in the small...
- Sat Jan 15, 2022 10:21 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: 1981 Outrage V-22 Sterndrive
- Replies: 54
- Views: 58220
Re: 1981 Outrage V-22 Sterndrive
Flush mounting a GPS display is not always the most effective way to enjoy it. In differing conditions the view of the display can be imperfect due to sun angle, boat trim and speed. A gimbal mounted display can be adjusted side to side to provide the most direct view for the operator and can be adj...
- Fri Jan 07, 2022 10:26 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Trailer for 17 Outrage
- Replies: 17
- Views: 4899
Re: Trailer for 17 Outrage
You may also want to consider a Karavan trailer. I believe they are the stock galvanized trailer furnished with smaller Boston Whaler boats shipped to dealers with a trailer.
- Thu Jan 06, 2022 9:51 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: New Experimental Graphene Anti Foul
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2591
Re: New Experimental Graphene Anti Foul
I've had good performance from water-based ablative anti-fouling paint in the very warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Both West Marine and Interlux offered this type paint in very similar formulas. I applied three coats, with the first coat in a contrasting color to show when paint needed to be reap...
- Thu Jan 06, 2022 9:45 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Montauk 17 with used E-TEC 115-HP
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3234
Re: Montauk 17 115 Etec
If you think a product you want to buy is overpriced make an offer. When buying an expensive product negotiation is often the way to pay less than the "asking" price. "Consumer Reports" magazine recommends negotiating the price for any high priced item be it new or used. If you t...
- Mon Jan 03, 2022 10:38 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL-Part 1
- Replies: 46
- Views: 13289
Re: Rebuilding Gear Case of 48SPL
I assume you have tried all the spray products recommended for loosening stuck fasteners. PB Blaster has been more useful in my experience than several others. Having said that I was ultimately unsuccessful in removing the steering wheel from it's shaft on our Sport 13. When attempting to remove the...
- Sat Jan 01, 2022 10:46 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: Protect Deck from On-deck Fuel Tank
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2259
Re: Protect Deck from On-deck Fuel Tank
The underside of Dri-Dek is covered by dozens of small fingers which are relatively malleable. That distributes the load over multiple very small points on the boat's deck. I used it in our Sport 13 forward locker to prevent the galvanized anchor from damaging the fiberglass gel coat. I've also used...
- Thu Dec 30, 2021 10:18 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: Heating Skeg with a Torch to Bend
- Replies: 19
- Views: 5682
Re: Heating Skeg with a Torch to Bend
I'm not surprised you were able to straighten the skeg without heating it. I've had to do this twice and never had to use heat. The skeg on a previously owned Verado suffered the loss of a large chip on the leading edge. I was able to file the skeg to eliminate the chip and restore the approximate o...
- Fri Dec 24, 2021 10:26 am
- Forum: REPAIRS and MODIFICATIONS
- Topic: 2019 Mercury 200-HP Instrumentation, Rigging Options
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1942
Re: 2019 Mercury 200-HP Instrumentation, Rigging Options
I recommend you contact David Wade Marine. His telephone number is 225-752-3789. He has been helpful with answers to questions on Mercury engines and their associated electronics.
- Tue Dec 21, 2021 10:23 am
- Forum: The GAM
- Topic: New Experimental Graphene Anti Foul
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2591
Re: New Experimental Graphene Anti Foul
I believe there have been past attempts to produce biocide free bottom paints that depend upon an extremely slick bottom to keep marine growth from attaching itself to underwater surfaces. They enjoyed some success but recreational boats were not well suited to the products. I suspect the Graphene p...
- Mon Dec 13, 2021 9:54 am
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: SPORT 13 25-HP
- Replies: 8
- Views: 6922
Re: SPORT 13 25-HP
When I see the term "portable engine" I think of an engine with tiller steering and without power tilt of trim. I saw some that were advertised with remote mechanical controls, whatever that means. Perhaps the entire Yamaha lineup of 25 HP engines are considered portable although they weig...
- Sat Dec 11, 2021 10:18 am
- Forum: PERFORMANCE
- Topic: SPORT 13 25-HP
- Replies: 8
- Views: 6922
Re: SPORT 13 25-HP
Our Sport 13 is powered by a Mercury 25 HP four stroke with electric tilt and trim with wheel steering. I feel the performance is more than sufficient but have never towed any water sport toys. The boat handles the weight of four well fed adults without problems. Never having operated a Sport 13 wit...