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    Problem with power on turns II

    Hi all, I didn't want to hijack the other thread, so here's a similar one... Boat: 2004 FW 18' Freedom F/S bowrider. Powerplant: Mercruiser 4.3L carb V6, 190 HP, Alpha One stern drive I/O, 14.25" 21" pitch aluminum prop with Flo Torq II hub. Background: Last weekend while coasting forward...
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    Kneeboard or wakeboard?

    Hi everyone, Quick question. New boat owner here, so I've never done any water sports, besides tubing, myself. I'd like to have something (besides a tube) for the kids (21 and 23) and friends to enjoy. Our boat is an '04 FW 180 F/S with a transom-pull mount. We won't be mounting a wakeboard...
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    Leaving stern drive up during storage?

    Hello all, Newbie question again... I recently bought a 2004 Four Winns 180 Freedom F/S. This is my first boat, and I'm still feeling my way around it's equipment. I haven't had the chance to hit the water yet (as the new owner!) and the boat is still laid up for winter. I normally leave the...
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    Newbie ready to weigh truck & boat...

    Hi all, As the weather up here begins to warm up and boat season is just around the corner, I'm ready to verify my towing set up is correct. My outfit is a 1990 1/2 ton Suburban, and a 2004 FW Freedom 180 F/S 4.3L. The truck and boat/trailer are ready for towing, and I need to verify the...
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    Newbie seeks advice on tow vehicle...

    Hello all, First off, I'd like to say I've really enjoyed reading the great info here at iBoats. Thanks for all the great advice thus far. I'm VERY new to boating ... I'm such a newbie: Audience: "HOW NEW ARE YOU?" I'm so new I haven't even hitched up the boat yet! I just purchased a 25...
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