87' Sea Ray Seville 19 Bow Rider

[neilmw]

87' Sea Ray Seville 19 Bow Rider

Hi, have just recently bought one of these and was wondering if there are many owners of this or similiar models on this forum, would be nice to share any info or tips.

 

[Chris1956]

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Neil, I currently own a 1988 19' SR Seville bowrider, with a 205HP 4.3LX Mercruiser Alpha1 outdrive. Originally, the outdrive was painted in SeaRay colors(white) and sold as a "SeaRay" drive. The instruments have the green and blue "SR" on them.<br /><br />I have had rot issues with the floor and floor and sides of the skiwell. Also the red and white gelcoat is chalky. I installed Bennett Trim Tabs. They help the boat get over its "Butt Heavy" attitude. <br /><br />In my opinion, the boat does not handle 1' chop too well. Alternatively, I think it handles large waves (with a large period) very well. The boat also has been very reliable and can carry a crowd. I also think is has good power and speed and gets good fuel mileage(for a boat).

 

[rogerwa]

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I have an 87 17ft Seville with 3.0l Alpha 1. I love the boat. For the size of the boat it rides very well. While it is not a blazing speed demon, it goea as fast as I need to and I can go a few days on a tank of gas. I also think it has nice lines.

 

[neilmw]

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Hi guys, Sorry i Have not replied, had serious outdrive problems.....mashed the drive & driven gears at the top of the drive the other day so i've been shopping around, not quite sure what to do yet, anyway, I agree with what chris said about small chop and that the bigger the wave the better, my guages are all farey (i think), my engine is a 3.7 lt mercuiser so somewhere in between the 2 of you, I had 43mph (wot) with 3 adults & 2 kids the other day couldnt belive it. but as roger said I find I can get good economy, especially if I keep it at 3000rpm or below, I am going to try and post a picture of mine now so fingers crossed. would be good to see yours if possible.<br />Thanks again

 

[neilmw]

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Fingers crossed you should see her below....the boat that is!<br /> ftp://homepages.demon.co.uk/NeilsSeaRay.jpg

 

[BMDODGE]

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NOPE

 

[neilmw]

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Sorry, will try and sort it

 

[neilmw]

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How can I include a jpeg in this post?

 

[neilmw]

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[neilmw]

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[neilmw]

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[neilmw]

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[neilmw]

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Sorry its taken some time but here it is!

 

[roscoe]

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Did you get the outdrive repaired?

 

[roscoe]

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Did you get the outdrive repaired?<br /><br />Nice looking boat.

 

[Chris1956]

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Neil, The seats and cushions appear to be original equipment. The boat was very well cared for or some one spent some $$ on maintenance/repair.<br /><br />My '88 Seville has a molded fiberglass full transom swim platform, and some slight differences in the dash and some railings. However it is not in nearly as good shape as your's appears to be. I replaced every cushion and seat, and chose to do it in a medium grey solid marine vinyl to same money and work. My boat had a padded top to the motor box. The jump seats on either side of the motor box could be set high to form a padded lounge. That cushion was the first to "go", so I replaced it with a thin rug-like material, which allows you to put food and drinks, cutting boards and other items on it without damage. Much better design IMHO. It is a very good boat, especially for lakes. It will carry a lot of folks and gear, in relative comfort, and is very versatile. Enjoy!

 

[mkuehnl]

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Nice looking boat. How is the out-drive repair coming?

 

[neilmw]

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I would agree that it probably is the original interior as it does have some marks and what looks like mould stains in places. i am extremely impressed with how it handles and also how stable it is.<br />I am having both the upper & lower units of the outdrive rebuilt as it would seem that some parts had managed to find their way "downstairs" and caused some wear to the lower gears, so hopefully I will have the assurance of knowing that the outdrive should be good for a while. it should be ready sometime this week, so it might be looking good for the weekend. Cant wait to get back on the water.

 

[BLU LUNCH]

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I own a 88 Sea-Ray Seville exact same color inside and out with the white drive also. I was lucky I bought it from the orginal owner and it was always kept in the garage. The gel coat is still like a mirror and the interior has no rips or discoloration. These old Sea-Ray's are real nice boats. Nice to see a blue one most I seen are maroon.....Enjoy

 

[neilmw]

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Just out of interest, do you have the 3.7lt merc in yours? if so which pitch prop do you use? Mine came with a 23" s steel but also a 21" ally prop. with the ss 23" the engine can reach its max rpm at wot which i think is around 4800, would there be any benifit in changing over to the ally prop?