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    Fiberglass reinforcement question

    I am getting ready to install a wakeboard tower on my 04 Glastron. I want to reinforce the hull but need to know if Fiberglass mat should be used or fiberglass woven cloth. I hear conflicting stories on which one is stronger for reinforcement. <br /><br />Thanks!
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    Quick prop question

    I know this is not the correct ofrum but I tried the the prop forum and I guess there is not very much traffic there. Anyway, I am looking to get a 4 blade rpop and need to know the correct size as to not hurt the engine. I have the Volvo 5.0 carbed, with the SX outdrive on a 20 footer. I do...
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    Break in check up

    Hello, I just bought a 2004 Glastron with the Volvo 5.0. It has 21 hours on the clock and the manual says it needs an inspection at 20 hours. It does not really go into detail about what needs to be done. What should I have done and could I do it myself?<br /><br />Thanks!
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    how do you reinforce the fiberglass

    I am getting ready to install a wakeboard tower and need to do some reinforcing. What is the best way to do this?
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    Does anyone know the thickness of the hull on a 2004 Glastron 205?

    Does anyone know the thickness of the hull on a 2004 Glastron 205?
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    who makes removable swim platforms??

    I need to see about getting a removable extended swim platform and can not find anyone that makes these. It seems that it would be a common item. Even if it at least lilted up that would help.
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    Just bought boat.... I'm a little worried now :(

    Well, here is the situation:<br /><br />I just bought a 2004 Glastron GX205, black with the tandem axle trailer. It has the snap out carpet, sirrus sat. radio, Volvo V8, depth gauge, all covers, swing tongue with brakes.<br /><br />The NADA on this boat including trailer is $28,200. I bought...
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    wakeboarding\skiing with the 5.0

    I am looking for a 19-20 foot boat and I want a V8. Will the 5.0 be enough power to do water sports on a 20 foot boat? I had a 4.3 carbed on my previous 18 foot boat and it seemed to work ok but I think I could have used more power. I can not find a 5.7 20 foot boat. Maybe that is overkill...
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    Bluewater build quality

    I am looking in to a Bluewater Cascade with the Volvo V8, and their website is not very informative. Do they use a lot of wood? For instance, the floor and cross beams? I would like fiberglass floors but it does not detail the build materials.
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    will Trim tabs help wakeboarding?

    I am getting ready to buy a 20 foot runabout with the V8 and I was wondering if trim tabs would get me on plan faster when pulling a wake boarder at 20mph. If so, any recommendations on brands and are they easy to install.<br /><br />Thanks!
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    runabout vs. Ski/wakeboard boat differences

    I am getting ready to buy a new boat (19-20 footer) and I can not decide on a wakeboard boat or a runabout open bow. I mostly do water sports but also need something that can handle chop and run at 40 MPH at times. From what I have heard, ski/wakeboard boats do not ride well in chop due to the...
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    V6mpi vs. carb V8 question

    Hello. I am buying another boat and need some engine advise. I had a 98 Bayliner 1850 with the 4.3 190hp. I am looking at a V8 for more power. I noticed that I can get the 4.3 MPI and get about 225hp or the 5.0 V8 carbed and get 220hp. What is the benefit of the V8 over the MPI V6? Is...
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    V6mpi vs. carb V8 question

    Hello. I am buying another boat and need some engine advise. I had a 98 Bayliner 1850 with the 4.3 190hp. I am looking at a V8 for more power. I noticed that I can get the 4.3 MPI and get about 225hp or the 5.0 V8 carbed and get 220hp. What is the benefit of the V8 over the MPI V6? Is...
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    Buying a new boat, need a little advise

    Ok, so I just sold my 1998 Bayliner Capri 1850. I found that I pretty much just do water sports every week with it. This boat seated 7 and I need to carry 8 - 10. Also, I need more pawer then the 4.3 liter gave me. My budget is $20,000 and I was wondering what the best boat (structure wise)...
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    4.3L carb option

    Hello!<br /><br />I have the merc 4.3L 6 with teh 2 brl carb. Would it be cost effective to buy a 4 brl carb to give better towing performance?
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