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    Snaps for a Canvas back cover

    I bought a Chaparral Cruiser brand new back in April and at that time I didn't buy the canvas back option which I now find that I need on those colder days in the Chesa. bay. Problem is Chaparral will send the canvas back w/o snaps since there not standard on all their boats and the dealer must...
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    Winterization of A/C & Hot /Cold Water

    Need help with doing the winterization on my own boat for both A/C and running water. Any tips or suggestions for a first time boater? I have a 2003 Chaparral Cruiser w/ 320 Volvo Penta. I'll have the mechanic perform the engine and stern. Its got about 59 hours. I'm sure alot of you have...
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    Condensation problem

    I own a 2003 Chaparral 260 w/ 53 hours and I am now experiencing a small condensation problem in the instrument gauge at the temp/oil pres./ side of the panelinside of the glass. It sometimes appears depending on the weather. Question is whether this can be corrected by me? has a seal been...
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    HELP!! Winterizing Fresh Water System + A/C

    My boat: Chaparral 260 Cruiser 2003 49 hours<br /> Volvo Penta 320hp GXi 5.7<br /><br />Can anyone provide suggestions on how to winterize my hot and cold fresh water system and A/C which the dealer wants to charge $40.00 each. Trying to save some money since they will do the engine and...
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    Info on Winterization Procedures

    I have a 2003 Chaparral 260 Cruiser 5.7GXi 320hp EFI Volvo Penta engine. Certainly realize that we are two months away from starting/performing winterization, however our boatel requires all work to be done by 11/30 or your in trouble. I would like to perform the work myself. At this time the...
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    Is adding a fuel additive worth the time?

    I'm a new boater and own a 2003 Chaparral 260 Cruiser w/ 320 hp Volvo 5.7 GXi. Would it be wise from time to time to ad a carb./fuel additive to keep the engine running smoothly or are these additives a waste of money. Does anybody have a favorite brand if you have found them worthwhile. Thanks...
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