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  1. Scott Danforth

    83 Center Console…higher tow points?

    Look into something like a turbo swing if using the tow ball and bridle isn't to your liking The rear hull tie down points are located where they need to be accessed to tie the boat down to the trailer. They also are located in a reinforced part of the hull. The rear tie downs need to be...
  2. Scott Danforth

    2006 Volvo 5.0 Penta water ingestion

    No. I would first look if your existing manifolds and risers are rusted thru (acetone test) and diagnose what is needed
  3. Scott Danforth

    2014 GMC Sierra AC

    Both the vac pump and AC compressor have a stretch belt. My personal favorite stretch belt tool is 2 zip ties and a remote bump start switch. One zip tie around the damper to act as a slide, one to hold the belt. Bump the switch twice, then cut the zip ties. However I have done the...
  4. Scott Danforth

    1988 candia 180 4.3

    make sure the points have been serviced, the dwell set, and the timing adjusted (after the dwell being set). if the dwell is off, the timing and power will be off.
  5. Scott Danforth

    2014 GMC Sierra AC

    GM Denso compressor and belts showed up today. just waiting the expansion valve kit (with seals, and desiccant bag) and the GM PAG oil. start R&R tomorrow if the temp is below 94
  6. Scott Danforth

    How to restore this 1961 hull?

    everything you need is in this sticky. links 14, 15, 13, 2, 3, 4a, and 4b will be the most pertinent
  7. Scott Danforth

    Private Boaters Vs Navy Ship

    Someone punched in the naval base on their auto pilot
  8. Scott Danforth

    Power Steering Cylinder Replacement

    Rebuild kit is cheap. You can rebuild it on your tailgate. New pump insert is $50, just insert into your current reservoir
  9. Scott Danforth

    2016 Mercruiser 6.2L ECT DTS Axius Cooling System Issue

    Ted, what is the water surface temp?
  10. Scott Danforth

    Changing colour of gelcoat question

    I have over 28" span with 1/2" balsa for the deck sole in the Rogue. There is almost 1/8" of fiberglass on both bottom and top However there is a rib every 24"
  11. Scott Danforth

    2014 GMC Sierra AC

    Amazon has a replacement condenser coming on Monday.. I hope it arrives undamaged
  12. Scott Danforth

    2014 GMC Sierra AC

    Yes
  13. Scott Danforth

    2014 GMC Sierra AC

    With a record heat advisory....... lol
  14. Scott Danforth

    2014 GMC Sierra AC

    AC systems are easy. If there was freon left, I would consider having it reclaimed. I do wish I had the larger AC service cart /vac/etc I had access to years ago vs a small vac pump Dealing with damaged parts from Amazon is the biggest PITA
  15. Scott Danforth

    2004 5.7 GXI Overheat - Pump? Impeller?

    Here is the most up to date parts lists. https://www.volvopenta.com/shop/
  16. Scott Danforth

    4.3 l mercruiser one piece exhaust manifold temp senor install

    To get a double wall casting, there are two sand cores. They would shift during the process. You don't need a temp sensor
  17. Scott Danforth

    2006 Volvo 5.0 Penta water ingestion

    I'm leaning towards your boat has 800-1000# of water in the foam and it's riding low
  18. Scott Danforth

    4.3 l mercruiser one piece exhaust manifold temp senor install

    Upgrade to the 2-piece and get rid of the failure prone batwings
  19. Scott Danforth

    Need Advice

    get the motor height right, then adjust pitch. because a pontoon loading affects the running so greatly, they should have hydraulic jack plates on them from the factory
  20. Scott Danforth

    2004 5.7 GXI Overheat - Pump? Impeller?

    Check the raw water supply fitting at the forward edge of the outdrive where the hose attaches. If corroded, replace it Guessing this is a new to you boat. What other maintenance have you done they the prior owner neglected?
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