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    looking for 1999 Doral 270 SC side panel

    Probably can make one yourself easily. . . . just repair the one that is there. Afternoon project.
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    Engine Hatch opening with failed actuator

    Some are set-up that there is play in the lifting strut, so you can reach in and pull the pin. Others are set up with a small access hatch so you can pull the pin. Others . . SOL.
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    Is it worth replacing my transom here? (I have NEVER done fiber glass repair)

    Is it worth replacing the transom here? Yes . . . Here, there, or anywhere It doesn't really matter. :ROFLMAO: It looks very much like wood, but pictures can be deceiving. If you want to keep the boat alive, then yes. $4K is pricey, and I'm sure you can do a decent job for a whole lot...
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    2008 Regal 1900 issue

    What @Scott Danforth said . . . Maintenance? Fuel? The boat is 14 years old . . . Since you know the person that sold it to you, do you know any history of the boat?
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    Rec gas prices???

    I know . . . commodity prices for oil and gasoline spiked up and then dropped just as quickly. It might take some time to see retail pricing to come back down as well. If 'we' could reduce our demand for gasoline by 10-15%, it could go a long way on the demand side of things. I would think...
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    Fixing bad motor mounts

    Usually the issues found are 3-5X more than what was initially anticipated. As you tear into the structure expect a few surprises.
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    Mercruiser Catalyst Manifolds are Lifetime / No replacement necessary

    I have twin 2016 Mercruiser 6.2L engines (with CAT's) on my new-to-me boat. The engine block and exhaust manifolds are closed cooled (coolant). So it is just the risers that I need to be concerned with. Perhaps I will check them in a year or 2 to see how they are holding up in the salt water...
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    Transom replacement- need glassing advice (caution - fun inside)

    Yes, I have the Consew 206RB-4. I bought it used of $500 a few years ago. It is probably second best to the Juki 1541 or 1508 machines. I also switched it over to a servo (DC) motor and did a 3:1 pulley reduction. I can slow it down to do a single stitch about every 3 seconds if I want to...
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    Transom replacement- need glassing advice (caution - fun inside)

    The seat cushions look good. What sewing machine did you get?
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    Do I survey a 25K boat

    ‘We’ recommend a survey. You can not get one if you choose.
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    Thinking of upgrading to Sea Ray 210BR

    If you reference Frisco's thread on his rebuild, you'll know where the structural pieces (stringers, bulkheads, etc) are located for when you go take another look. The boat could be fine, but you really need to check, as there is no telling if it is otherwise.
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    Christler 9.9 outboard

    Parts diagram shows this as being a latch handle . .
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    Thinking of upgrading to Sea Ray 210BR

    The common thing is the wood structure and at 24 years old, it is a bit beyond the boat's design life. So, you should take a deeper look into the structure of the boat to see if there are signs of moisture/rot within the structure. Much of the structure can probably be looked at via the engine...
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    Christler 9.9 outboard

    Perhaps this . . .
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    Christler 9.9 outboard

    Chrysler . . .
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    2022 Boating Season - help for first time boat buyers

    Fuel is only a portion of what it costs to own/operate/maintain a boat. So, an increase in fuel prices is not a deal breaker in most cases. If it were, then you probably cannot afford the boat anyway. It is hard to say if you are over paying. Supply & demand over the Spring buying season will...
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    How Far Can an Electric Truck Tow?

    I have an F-150 with 206,000 miles on it. The only problem is that it take gasoline to run it 🤪
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    Rec gas prices???

    Here ya go . . . No waiting in line :ROFLMAO: . . Highest priced gasoline in town.
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    Rec gas prices???

    BTW - for those selling their boats this season - remember a full tank of fuel greatly increases the value of your boat :D
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    How Far Can an Electric Truck Tow?

    Just looked it up . . . although not specifically found on the Ford website . . . Tow rating of the F-150 Lightning 7,700 lbs . . . 10,000 lbs with extended battery. BTW - the extended battery adds about $18K to the price of the XLT trim version. I think the most I've paid for a car (or...
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