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    Painting factory diamond pattern non-skid.

    I painted some diamond plate years back, but the paint lifted in some areas. Then tried sand blasting the plate. Looked great and paint held good for the few months I owned it, but then sold it, so no idea on longevity.
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    Oil 4 stroke Mercury 115hp

    It is all about the additives that are in that oil. If your under warranty, definitely use what the mfgr specifies, after that, your on your own.
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    Exhaust manifold discovery?

    If they drained one, they typically drain everything. Why would anyone not drain the manifolds while your down in there opening the other drains. I would be concerned with the other maintenance or lack of ! If I his was done by a dealer, I would never go back to them......
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    1983 Blue Fin 16’ Resto

    Just curious here....your wife doesn't want any trim or decals on the trailer, so does she know something we don't...such as mabey the fish won't like the decals, or it might scare them away ?? We would like to know her secrets....lol.....
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    24v Battery Charging Options

    All depends how low the batteries are drained. When I was running dual group 31 agm batteries, they would take at least 12 hours if they were low. My Lipo battery will recharge in 6-8 hrs when really low. Also depends on charger charge rate. After two years of running my LifePo4 battery...
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    Oil 4 stroke Mercury 115hp

    Wow......just another reason to stick with my old two stroke, looks and runs like new, two stroke oil is 22 bucks a gallon for Pennzoil...just for fun, I compared mine to a brand new Merc of same hp. New motor uses 1.5 gallons per hour less than my 1992 per factory quotes. Not sure I will live...
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    24v Battery Charging Options

    I would consider a 24v lifepo4 battery. I have been very impressed with mine. I get twice the run time from mine that I was getting from two agm batteries. Lighter in weight, less than half of the agm batteries. As for your issue with charging, solar is way to slow so without shore power, a...
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    pontoon engine pod replacement

    Go to a Fab shop and have one made, or have yours modified to meet your specs. Finding one already made will be scarce, very scarce.
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    Exhaust manifold discovery?

    Having an outboard that self drains helps a lot in salt water. Glad I am not close enough to salt water to have those issues.
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    Too Much Prop Issue?

    This glass boat is far heavier than my 22' aluminum boat. My boat runs a 19" pitch and the motor runs perfect. Still sounds like there might be an engine issue.
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    Too Much Prop Issue?

    If the block has been cracked, it would make maintenance issues come forward....I would definitely want a transom/ stringer check for soft wood.
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    Too Much Prop Issue?

    Whether prop was original or not makes no difference. Boats and motors don't just come with a prop. Props are always extra because each boat and motors is different. Once the motor is running at its peak, the prop pitch is adjusted to match the engine rpm.
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    Exhaust manifold discovery?

    Most of us boat owners have had to learn some hard lessons over the years, your not alone !
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    18ft Boat Launch with RWD Suburban

    Many of them use my launch ramp ! At one public ramp in my area, there are a half dozen picnic tables near the launch ramps along with a few nice shade trees. On a nice summer day, that area is packed with spectators laughing their butts of watching people launch and load ! Often a few...
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    Exhaust manifold discovery?

    This is why I do my own work, way to many shops charging big bucks for poor service !
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    Too Much Prop Issue?

    Water logged foam....it can add hundreds of pounds of water soaked up by the flotation foam under the floor. How old is the boat ? Gotta start with basics...compression test on all cylinders.....check engine timming,....is throttle open completely,....good quality spark,...unrestricted fuel...
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    18ft Boat Launch with RWD Suburban

    You are correct, however there are ramps that are shallow or the water is low etc that does require getting the back tires in the water. As you know that creates a whole different problem. Just trying to understand the posters position at his launch ramp !
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    18ft Boat Launch with RWD Suburban

    Bottom line is....do you need to get the rear wheels into the water to launch or retrieve your boat ? If not, you should be good. If your concerned, carry a tow strap so another vehicle can pull your outfit up the slick ramp. I have carried one for many years, never needed it for myself, but...
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    1983 Blue Fin 16’ Resto

    Side marker lights have changed a lot over the years. With the introduction of LED lights, a tiny little 3/4" dot can be much brighter than a 2" x 4" rectangle. I have those small 3/4" dot lights on my enclosed trailer, and yes, they are bright !
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    1983 Blue Fin 16’ Resto

    I believe be he was referring to the side marker lights on the trailer. Floors are easy, glad the transom is solid !
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