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    New to us boat upgrade!

    Re: New to us boat upgrade! Launched today for the Madden voyage! The sea gods were good and it was a successful trip!:joyous: Put $100 in of gas today and dunked it in, ran well once all the winterizing fogging oil truly burned off, Definitely has some torque for accelerating:cool: It...
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    New to us boat upgrade!

    Re: New to us boat upgrade! This picture the Port side is compounded and polished however the Starboard side hasn't been touched... I'll get to that Tues/ Wed night this week as my OCD can't handle a disproportionate detail ;) . Fixed some snaps/ little things that weren't done right...
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    New to us boat upgrade!

    Re: New to us boat upgrade! Today we detailed heavy! From the picture the foward part of the shot hasn't been touched where as the shinier part further back was compounded. 9 hours into it today, Everything above the rub-rail is done, it was SO chalky! I had my doubts, we started with wet...
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    Engine hatch lift helpers?

    The new boat I bought has a big sunpad and the electric motor must have quit on the previous owner as it is removed but the wires/ switch are still present. This hatch is heavy, 2 handed job. Should I seek out a replacement electric lift to make things OEM? or does someone offer an assist type...
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    New to us boat upgrade!

    This boat found us as we were originally looking for something much newer. Unfortunately the previous owner passed away over the winter and his widow wanted his boat gone. it's a 1999 Wellcraft Excalibur 20', I went all over it and it appears very solid and just in need of some TLC and an...
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    Being temporarily boat-less!

    It's a weird feeling! Sold and delivered the old one Sunday and going on day 2 with nothing in the spot! Granted we have something picked out pending further inspection but our weather has delayed that. Even though I haven't been boating in a few months it feels different in not a good way...
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    Telling difference between 5.0 and 5.7L (1999 era)

    Hi, I'm looking at a 1999 boat with either a 5.0L or a 5.7L, the plastic cover that goes over the flame arrestor is missing so I'm a bit baffled if this is a 5.0 or 5.7? Is their any distinguishing marks or things to look at on the block? Also- Anyone know the various types of HP outputs from...
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    Heavy 20ft boat on a single axle Trailer?

    I'm very interested in buying this 20'8" sportboat with an 8'6" beam and 3,400lb (manufacturer empty of course) weight. It has a 5.7L in it so overall a very heavy deep V sportboat for it's size. The trailer under it I haven't been able to verify the capacity plate yet, it is about 8yo, single...
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    Insulting Craigs List offers

    The worst part of selling something for me has always been finding the right buyer. I have my boat up on craigslist with some real good quality photo's, a detailed description of the condition of everything and what I have done to it. Essentially it is turn key for the next guy. I think I...
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    Price Check: '99 Wellcraft Excalibur 20' Bowrider?

    Current owner bought the boat last year for 10K, owner passed away over the winter and the family is looking to sell. 1999, Wellcraft Excalibur 20' Bowrider with a 5.7L Merc (Carb I assume) and Alpha 1 Outdrive with a SS prop. Trailer is single axle galvanized with brakes and looks newer...
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    Repairing from screws through hull and moisture meter Question:

    I'm considering a sport boat upgrade that someone accidentally used screws too long to secure something into the engine compartment causing 2 screws to exit through the hull below the water line. They appear to be small diameter (almost Sheetrock type) and the issue wasn't discovered apparently...
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    12" Wheels suitable for highway use?

    Not belonging to any other trailer oriented forums I figured this would be a good place to ask: I'm shopping for an open utility trailer for home use / moving wood pellets and finding many have 12" wheels, is this suitable for highway speed (65MPH) or just local use? I'm thinking not... Thanks.
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    Boat insurance going up 17-18% a year normal?

    I just got my renewal for Boat U.S. on our 17yo boat in the sig, now $230.00. Went up 18% since last year which was 17% more than the year before *(Hurricane Sandy), before that, it was consistent over the years. Is this normal? I know Boat U.S. is good,... but I question if they are quite...
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    Re-powering 3.0L -> 4.3L? Is it difficult?

    Cold winter thought: Since my engine is 17 years old (runs good), if it suddenly went, how much effort would it be to upgrade to a 4.3L (assuming the 190hp carb version) since I'm thinking the MPI would be too much $$ and add to complexity for a basic boat? My model offered both engines so I'm...
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    Went Boating for an afternoon

    Cabin fever was hitting us this past weekend so we visited the NYC boat show, it was actually therapeutic relief! Just nice to wander around for 4 hours in a 70* indoor center doing boat stuff, talking boats and planning out the next one:cool: It was especially good to have brought my partner...
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    New York Boat Show?

    My earliest memory of attending was around 1993 as a kid, it was massive and went on for over a week, I remember going with my dad. We went together about 5 years ago but it was pretty depressing in the recession, few manufacturers, very condensed show, unlike the auto show the boat one is all...
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    Is this a good price?

    2003 Sea Ray 200 Bow Rider - MarineMax - United by Water It's near my house so I pass it daily. $13,770 advertised. Sea Ray (Select hull) specs reflect 21ft, heavier and wider than what I have so I'll have the improved ride, more power, ideal seating layout. It looks well cared for, hours...
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    What do you pull your boat with?

    Re: What do you pull your boat with? I don't think I've posted yet but have enjoyed checking out everyone's cool tow vehicle and rig. I was using an 02 Tahoe that was my parents for years- when they sold I picked up this used 05 4Runner, I was nervous going to a V6 and smaller footprint, but...
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    Things you sacrificed or sold to get the boat you want?

    In the interest of no boat loan and buying something we really enjoy sooner than later- I'm kicking selling my '04 GTO I've had since near new and just using the 10K or so toward the new boat fund. It's a rare car and real fun to drive- especially with the 5.7L and 6 speed stick- but becoming...
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    Where to get a boat loan for a used boat? (Recommendations?)

    I'm considering a nice sport boat that is probably on the bottom end of the loan spectrum (Mid teen's in price) and 10 years old. We have 850+ credit each and I could put down up to 1/2 roughly but would like to resist paying it off for a year or two while we settle some house projects. Any...
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