2008 130 SPORT Project

[Kupono]

I have decided to make several repairs to my 2008 130 SPORT that have been put off for more than one year. To repair broken steering, I dismantled the helm console. Despite the challenge of corrosion, I was able to remove the old steering cable and disassemble the console. I also removed the old engine remote throttle and shift controls. I have purchased a new Mercury OEM remote throttle and shift control.

In the future I plant to replace these electrical components:

• sump pump
• sump pump control switch
• combined sidelight lamp
• switch controlling navigation lamps
• 12-Volt accessory outlet

In the future also plan to accomplish these tasks:

• install an electrical circuit for a SONAR
• install a VHF Marine Band radio
• install loudspeakers and an audio amplifier
• install a device called a "smart gauge"
• install a second battery for house loads
• make repairs to small areas of damage to the fiberglass
• replace screw fasteners that have rust
• perform service on the 40-HP outboard engine before March 2023

In the future I will post photographs and update readers on these projects.

[jimh]

...install a VHF Marine Band radio...

Before attempting the installation of a VHF Marine Band radio on a small boat, read this article and its many linked articles that give information on that topic:

VHF Marine Band Radio Installation on a Small Boat
https://continuouswave.com/whaler/refer ... ation.html

[Kupono]

Thank you, jimh, for the links. Good info.