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  1. BlueDart

    Draft

    I'm looking at a 1995 Larson SEi 194 with the V6 Mercruiser engine but need to know draft for docking at our waterfront. During low water periods of time only have about 30 inches of water depth. Is this enough or could I manage by tilting the stern drive higher? Thanks
  2. BlueDart

    Bimini Mount for 1995 Larson

    My Larson SEi 194 has a full convertible top with holding brackets on windshield frame. I would much prefer a Bimini top and it would make life simpler if I could use those same brackets for the Bimini. We are slow cruisers and don't tow skiers or tubers and wonder how much risk there would be...
  3. BlueDart

    Bimini Top for Larson

    I have a 1995 Larson SEi194 and wish to purchase a Bimini top. These tops all appear to have hardware for installing on the top of flat surface gunwales. This make/model has very skinny gunwales which will not be sufficient width for that. Any one have advice or first hand experience with this...
  4. BlueDart

    Ymaha 2 stroke overheating!

    We find we are seeing a lot of weeds in our waterways this summer due to hotter than normal and low water. My 1989 Yamaha 2 stroke 115 has on occasion let me know by loosing power. Stopping and lifting the engine finding it greatly entwined with weeds. I worry of not knowing in time of this lack...
  5. BlueDart

    2 wire accessory to 3 way switch

    I'm installing a new depth finder and have an unused 3 way switch available. Can I wire my 2 wire to this 3 way and if so what posts do I use? Thansk
  6. BlueDart

    Replacing manual bilge pump with automatic?

    My old boat had a manual (operated by switch on dash) bilge pump which is beyond repair. I'm replacing with a Seaflo automatic which gives me (as I understand) the option of having manual control as well. It's easy enough for me to just wire directly to the battery for automatic use but feel I...
  7. BlueDart

    Bunks or rollers

    When investigating my trailer set up I found the bunk roller issue was not clear as some argue boat should rest on bunks not the rollers and some say bunks only to stop boat from side movement. So which is it as when I look at my trailer I see what I feel in the majority of the weight on the...
  8. BlueDart

    Oil Temperature warning systems.

    My outboard is the 115 Yamaha 2 stroke and when on the water often worry if engine is getting oil as required and not overheating. I prefer not to disconnect the oil injector system and do have the lights indicating any concern with the oil feed but want more. Have seen the Cole Hersee warning...
  9. BlueDart

    Canadian Boat Registration Challenges

    I'm the new owner of a boat in Canada that the previous owner had never registered. In the process of making this proper by registering the boat in my name. It's a 1986 Thundercraft and I cannot locate the compliance plate in order to complete the application. I do have the HIN but need some...
  10. BlueDart

    Bottom Cleaning

    I have a product call Slime Be Gone which I believe is much like Slimy Grimy and many others. Has anyone used it and if so how well it worked and any precautions to me and the environment on its use. Also tips for best way to clean the rubber bumper rail around the boat. Thanks.
  11. BlueDart

    Thundercraft model help.

    I have become the owner of a 1986 16 foot Thundercraft bowrider with a 1989 115 Yamaha outboard and when searching for a cover often are asked for model. It looks to measure 16 ft. 2 inches with an 84 inch beam but as to the model there are a number in this size range. How do you determine which...
  12. BlueDart

    I may have a leak here.

    I'm becoming very skeptical of fellow man' s honesty. Does the boat leak I ask the seller three times during our conversation. We finally went with a 1986 16 ft. Thundercraft with a 1989 115 Yamaha outboard. Our first run today was pleasant in that we launched with no delays and the engine...
  13. BlueDart

    Not sure what is growing on my Outboard!!??

    Cleaning my old boat today and noticed along the edge of the plate on each side of the sterndrive of my Yamaha outboard white/grey crystal like formations. I've heard of electrolysis and is that what this is and is it something I need to take action about and if so what action? Thanks guys. Chris
  14. BlueDart

    Help with boat choice!

    My first boat buying experience did not go well so not feeling confident as I head that way again. I'm trying to stick around the $4000 to $4500 range and something along the lines of 16 foot bowrider. This is what I'm seeing: 16 Ft 1998 Bayliner Capri with a 90 HP Mercury Force outboard , a...
  15. BlueDart

    1991 Cadorette 17 foot bowrider.

    Having just sold by 1985 Doral with an OMC Stringer stern drive I'm looking at a 1991 Cadorette Nouva. It's a 17 foot bowrider with a Inline 4 Mercrusier Alpha One and from the pictures looks in good shape. The party selling is asking $4500 Canadian and states boat has new floor, new carpet...
  16. BlueDart

    Defining extended time ???

    Having installed a depth finder on my 85 OMC I need some setup/play time with how it works. I've been told not to leave the ignition on for an extended period of time but question is that 5 minutes or even less?? Thanks
  17. BlueDart

    Electrical issues OMC

    I have two questions and I'm sure to you that are reading they are very simple. Do note I'm a retired accountant and we are not know to be mechanical people. My boat is a 1985 Doral bow rider with a 3 L OMC Stringer engine. Please no negative comments on my Stringer as she is sensitive. I've...
  18. BlueDart

    Too many wires!

    Wiring a transducer on my boat and have all in place except the final power connection. Thought easy enough look under dash and connect my red to red and black to black on the ignition. Looked under but no black and no white, other option for the ground, I thought. We do have a red but then a...
  19. BlueDart

    Sparks and smoke not good!

    Yes a newbie a first hook up of cables to the well charged battery. There were a number of cables to go to the positive negative post and I guessed wrong. Saw sparks fly when touching the positive so shied away and in touching the wires to the negative post realized they were quite warm. Before...
  20. BlueDart

    Transducer installation question.

    I'm in the market for a depth finder and have seen many recommendation on best makes but get confused when it comes to transducer location. My boat is a 16 foot fiberglass bow rider. I realize there are three types ... thru hull which is not for my skill courage, in hull which with no holes to...
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