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  1. bear_69cuda

    My new cuddy, well sorta... Deck boat tent

    One day pondering, it came to me how cool it would be to have a Cuddy and sleep out on the lake... How could I do this in my boat? My wife's one complaint about our deck boat was it didn't have a sun pad to lounge on.... I thought I could talk with my friend Howard (Lohaus Covers) and see what...
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    F150TXR prime fuel bulb????

    My 08 F150TXR has a fuel primer bulb in-line located in the splash-well, just before the water separator, then off to the fuel tank. My dealer said since it's fuel injected I never have to prime or even touch it. If this is true why is it even there? Also if this is true I'd like to remove...
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    F150TXR and battery switch question

    A quick question for you regarding my 2008 F150TXR. I purchased the isolator lead to charge my house battery. I'm installing this switch to my electrical system (Blue Sea Systems Dual Circuit Plus Battery Switch 5511e) http://bluesea.com/products/5511e In the rigging guide it says to...
  4. bear_69cuda

    I miss my boat....

    Thats about the just of it! :( Saw my first Robin of the year! Yes it means spring, but lucky for me I live in Wisconsin! We can have blizzards in flippin late April! I just have the bug for boating! Thank the maker I have iboats ta help get my a** through the winter! Peace!
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    Command Link question

    Hi Gang, I ordered the command link Tach kit for my F150TXR from www.simyamaha.com I'm looking forward to having some real data. My question is, will I still be able to keep my analog speedo? I'm not sure if you can run Command link and Analog simultaneously. Some cool things I didn't...
  6. bear_69cuda

    Good used mid size SUV with V8 for under $8k

    Hi Gang, If my Xterra had a V8 I wouldn't even be looking. It seems to handle my Hurricane just fine, but is way under powered, and my boat/trailer combo is greater than 70% of max towing capacity of 5000lbs. If I had room in my garage I would be looking at a used Suburban, or Expedition...
  7. bear_69cuda

    Possible new project. 1978 Cobalt

    So I go nut not having a project.... So what do you think about this boat? Interior looks new! I would remove all of the carpet, glass/restore deck, restore wood if needed. Maybe tweak the V8, paint the hull... I don't like the color at all... Most likely electrical work, stereo.. I'd like to...
  8. bear_69cuda

    2008 Yamaha F150 TXR temp gauge

    My Hurricane does not have any temp gauge at helm. I don't want to assume I even have an alarm or warning buzzer. How would I install a temp gauge for my engine? And is it even necessary? I'm use to I/O's Also, what about an oil pressure gauge? Any suggestions on make/model? Thanks!
  9. bear_69cuda

    Winterize 2008 F150 4-stroke

    Hi gang, Been reading about winterizing, In summary I need to, change lower unit oil. change crankcase oil and add crankcase storage additive (what type?), run on muffs for 10 min. fog EFI. (not sure how to do this? do I just fog the throttle bodies?) I run marine stabil in my fuel always...
  10. bear_69cuda

    Dudes, I need help and advice please!

    Can you please check out this thread I posted in boat topics, and see what you think? http://forums.iboats.com/showthread.php?p=2404308#post2404308 I wanted some resto folks to check this out, and didn't want to double post. Thanks!
  11. bear_69cuda

    Need advice please! My new boat and possible big issues.

    Hey gang, I could write a book, but I'm gonna post some pics, and list issues I'm having. Any advice would be appreciated. Purchased 2008 Hurricane from dealer. They are a Hurricane dealer but bought this boat form a dealer going out of business. So this was a new overstocked boat. I thought...
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    Need help with F150TXR wiring please

    Morning Gang, I have a factory dual battery set up in my Hurricane with Yamaha F150TXR, one battery has only trolling motor (deep cycle) with 40A breaker, and the other cranking battery has everything else, all of house, and starting. The stupid dealer removed the factory battery switch with...
  13. bear_69cuda

    Smart Tabs on deck boat

    Morning Gang, I'm thinking about Stainless Smart tabs on my Hurricane 202, 3400 lbs wet. The boat gets on plane quickly with not much bow rise to speak of. But wants to drop off plane at low cruising speeds under 25 mph. Will Smart Tabs help with lower planing speeds? I think I should go...
  14. bear_69cuda

    My first Yamaha

    Mornin gang, Just wanted to say how impressed I am with my new Yamaha F150 4 stroke. The low end torque is awesome! And with my 3400 lb boat ( wet 52 gal of fuel ) + 2 ~ 200 lb guys, gear, was able to get 45.2 mph on garmin GPS @ 5900 rpm. I didn't think I would see 40 mph. I wanted the F200...
  15. bear_69cuda

    Telescoping ski bar alternatives?

    So does anyone know of an alternative? My dealer wants $850 installed!!!!!! I wouldn't mind one that just hard mounts in the same area... This Hurricane owners forum doesn't seem very active....... I'm super excited about mine! Hope I can get her wet before the snow flies!
  16. bear_69cuda

    My new boat, Strike one!

    Hey Gang, Well I finally had my boat home for the first time this weekend in hopes of a maiden voyage yesterday. I've been waiting 4 weeks for my flippin trailer! Sunday was going to be in the upper 50's and sunny so I'm thinkin here's my chance before snow... But as luck would have it, wind...
  17. bear_69cuda

    2008 FDGS OB wiring diagram

    Morning, I have a 2008 Hurricane FDGS 202 that uses the NextWave electrical system. My owners manual has very little info regarding this wiring system, other than stating it's superior design??? I searched the Internet, and iboats for info, with very limited luck. Can I assume the AYBC wiring...
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    NextWave electrical systems

    Morning, I have a 2008 Hurricane FDGS 202 that uses the NextWave electrical system. My owners manual has very little info regarding this wiring system, other than stating it's superior design??? I searched the Internet, and iboats for info, with very limited luck. Can I assume the AYBC...
  19. bear_69cuda

    Transom saver on new boat?

    Hi gang, I'm about to take delivery on my first new boat. Hurricane 202 FDGS with Yamaha F150 four stroke. My previous boat had Alpha I gen II drive, so now with my first outboard I'm curious if I should get a transom saver, or are the stock Yamaha hydraulics strong enough for support while...
  20. bear_69cuda

    Good Price for 2008 new Hurricane 202 GS?

    Hello, Local dealer has new 2008 Hurricane 202 FD/GS loaded with fishing package, MotorGuide wireless TM, Playpen cover, Stainless Bimini, dual axle trailer, Yamaha 150 4 stroke with stainless prop. $29,100 MSRP is $36k... Is this fair price or is there room on the price for negotiation...
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