Hi,<br />We are looking at a '91 Rinker Fiesta Vee 26. I was wondering if it was a good boat or not...i.e. how does the hull match up to a Sea Ray for quality, handling in rough water, etc. <br /><br />I know it is a cheaper boat but seems to offer a lot for the price. Is there anything I...
We are in the market for a 26' trailerable mid cabin cruiser for a family of 5. We just sold a Searay 21 mid cabin that was getting too small. Took it to Mac. Island and it was a little hairy...We liked the layout and are looking for the same on a larger scale. Any feed back on what you folks...
Hey, <br />You guys have been very helpful with the instructions for changing the water pump on my 170 hp. I am hoping to save major $$ by doing it myself, so thanks.<br /><br /> I got all the info to start but I have a question. Cheifmike and Trent sent me instructions that say to loosen the...
Hi, <br />Can anyone out there tell me how good Mark Twain boats are? My inlaws are looking a '85 25ft. mid cabin with a 260hp. Its a little worn looking but clean. The big problem is that the cabin windows, hatch and deck fittings seemed to have been leaking a lot (stains all over the cabin)...
Hi,<br />I have a 1989 or 1990 3hp merc with no spark. Recently I rebuilt the carb because it kept fouling the plug after about 1/2hr. of operation. It seemed to be fine and we packed it in the boat and trailered it up north. Once there I tried to start it and it had no spark. It may have...
I have a rare old wood Sunfish ('66?) that had a self-bailer in the cockpit. The threads stripped on the male end and the cap was lost. Have searched many old marine stores but no luck. Currently I have just jury-rigged it so we dont flood but its not too reliable.<br /><br />Would appreciate...
my 4cycl. mercruiser 170hp i/o is leaking anti-freeze out what looks like a little hole in the pump housing. My question is: <br /><br />is that an indicator that the pump/impeller is bad? <br /><br />If so I sure would appreciate any guidance on how to change it (I have the manual). <br...
I'm considering replacing my own water intake impeller on my 1986 alpha one. I have a manual but am wondering if I need any special tools? <br /><br />I am also wondering if I should attempt it at all or "leave it to the experts"<br /><br />thanks.
I have a Easy Loader Boat trailer with a 2600lbs. Fulton manual winch. The other day as I was cranking the winch a small spring fell out which helped keep the teeth of the gears engaged with the little lock part. The trailer and winch are about 16 yrs. old.<br /><br />Does anyone out there know...
Hey,does anyone know what the penalty is if you are caught with a porta pottie on your boat. I know that they are illegal in Canada, but was wondering what if any $$ penalties there are.
My 1989 3.0 merc is fouling new plugs and quits running after about 45 minutes of operation (unless I put in another new Plug). <br /><br />I am using Mercruiser premium oil and am using 50:1 mix.<br />I've had a response from this website asking me to check the lean/rich mixture by turning this...
I have a little merc outboard 1989 or 1990 (I am not sure) that I bought used. When I first brought it home I put a new plug in and it started right up. I ran it about 1 hr. and it just quit. I took out the plug and it was all black and oily looking. I replaced it and the motor ran fine...for...
I have a little merc outboard 1989 or 1990 (I am not sure) that I bought used. It's a one cylinder, water cooled, etc. When I first brought it home I put a new plug in and it started right up. I ran it about 1 hr. and it just quit. I took out the plug and it was all black and oily looking. I...
