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    Sea Ray BR 210 prop selection results

    I wanted to provide a follow up for this thread. http://forums.iboats.com/prop-questions-topics/sea-ray-br-210-prop-selection-problems-568994.html This summer we upgraded the SeaRay BR 210 from a 3 blade 21 pitch prop to a 4 blade 20 pitch prop. The results were successful. Hole shot and...
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    Glastron customer service contact information?

    I'm having some problems with my 2011 GT205. The boat is currently sitting at the dealer where I bought it new. It's been there for over a week and no one has even looked at it. I've tried contacting Glastron customer service via their website submission form but no one has replied. Does...
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    Deth finder failing intermittently

    My 2011 Glastron GT205 mercruiser is equipped with a Lowrance LST-3800 depth gauge. The gauge works but it appears the tranducer is only reading intermittently. Sometimes it works and sometimes not. The problem just started a week ago. It seems to fail in water deeper than 40 feet and...
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    Faria Speedometer significantly over estimates mph

    At 3,000 rpm gps indicates my Glastron is going 28 mph but my Faria speedometer says 37 mph. When the boat is standing still the Faria speedometer needle points to 22 mph. I removed the instrument panel but could not find any adjustments for the speedometer. The boat's year is 2011 and all...
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    Choosing an after market wakeboard arch tower?

    My 2011 Glastron GT205 needs a wakeboard tower. It came with a bimini top that is fully functional and I would like to keep it as is. I like the new wakeboard arch towers that mount on the top of the gunwales behind the wind shield frames. It would best if the arch tower angled backwards so...
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    Is it possible to install a Fly High X Pole on a regular sterndrive bowrider?

    We love wakeboarding and would like to install the Fly High X Pole on our sterndrive bowrider. The boat is a 2011 Glastron GT205. There is no factory installed ski pylon. Is there a fitting that can be installed on the floor to mount the X Pole?
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    Over loading boats above the capacity plate max?

    Has anyone ever been stopped or fined for over loading their boat above the capacity plate? My boat has a 9 person and 1,275 lbs maximum capacity. If I carry 10 people and PFDs for all 10, will I still get fined? How would law enforcement prove my boat is carrying over 1,275 lbs?
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    How to mount a telescoping / retractable ski pylon on a stern drive?

    Hello, I want mount a a telescoping / retractable ski pylon on my 2011 Glastron GT205. Attached are some pictures that look similar to what I'm looking for. My guess is the retractable pylon would be mounted in front of the motor and behind the rear bench seat. I assume this means...
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    What legally qualifies a no wake zone?

    I've been boating in Virginia since the 1970s. Multiple times I've seen people claiming random areas to be "no wake" zones. Twice this season property owners have tried to wave me down while I was cruising along the center of the channel and I was much further than 100 feet from the property...
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    Sea Ray BR 210 prop selection problems

    Howdy, I'm having trouble getting the correct prop for my 2000 Sea Ray BR 210. The boat specs are: - 21 foot bowrider - 3,400 lbs dry weight - 8 foot 6 inch beam - 21 degrees of dead rise at the transome - Mercruiser Alpha One with a 1.62 gear ration - Stock Mercruiser 5.0 liter EFI V8 engine...
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    Where are the "sand pits" on the James River below Richmond, VA?

    Hello, I'm supposed to be on the James below Richmond tomorrow. I keep hearing the "Sand pits" are a great place to hang out. Can someone tell me how to get there? Thanks a bunch John
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    Toyota Highlander towing performance and all wheel drive system

    Howdy, I'm considering trading my 2004 GMC Envoy I6 4X4 for a new Toyota Highlander V6 AWD. The Toyota Highlander V6 4WD specs say the optional tow package provide 5,000 lbs of towing capacity. My Glastron GT 205 with trailer and gear weighs approximately 4000 lbs. If you have towing...
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    Can I get from Norfolk to Charleston SC on the ICW in a 20 footer?

    Can I get from Norfolk VA to Charleston SC on the ICW in a 20 footer? Sounds crazy but I'm dying to try it in my glastron ski boat. How long will it take? Where are the good place to stay along the way? Thanks for the info!
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    Help installing Blue Sea single battery switch

    Help needed! I'm a novice with very little electrical experience. My dad gave me a Blue Sea single battery switch to add to my Glastron GT 205. The switch should prevent the battery from draining if an accessory is left turned on. I found a wiring diagram on line but the real wiring is more...
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    Mini project: Installing pop up cleats.

    Mini project: Installing pop up cleats. Summary: FYI, This was an easy and inexpensive hull modification that anyone can do. Problem: Glastron installed the rear cleats on my 2011 Glaston GT 205 all the way back on the stern . The cleats are mounted above the swim platform facing inwards...
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    What to do with two year old gas?

    One of my boats has not be used in 2 years. I put lots of fuel stabilizer in it last time I filled up. Is the gas no good now? If so, how do I get rid of 30 gallons of gas?
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    Symptons of bad trailer wheel bearings?

    What are the symptons of bad trailer wheel bearings? Can you hear them? Do they vibrate? Do the hubs get hot? I don't want find out the hard way.
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    Winterization question: how does this winterization anti freeze kit work?

    Howdy, I've have a 2011 Glastron GT 205 with the Mercruiser 4.3 MPI Alpha one. The boat needs to be winterized and have anti freeze circulated into the motor and drive. I have the West Marine Winterizing kit and 4 gallons of pink anti freeze. I know how to set up the kit and hook it to ear...
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    Class II (1 1/4 inch) ball mount inconsistent capacities?

    I have two Class II, 1 1/4 inch ball mounts that have identical construction in everyway except one is straight and the other has 3 inch rise. The straight ball mount has a 3,500 lbs capacity and the ball mount with the 3 inch rise has a 2,000 lbs capacity. So, the ball mount with the rise...
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    Question: Converting Mercruiser 470 Alpha One to Mercury Outboard

    Howdy, I'm considering convert my mercruiser 470 alpha one to a mercury outboard. Question 1: will the alpha one controls and gauges be compatible with the mercury outboard? Question 2: where can I get the best deal on an outboard bracket? Thank you, John Richmond, VA
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