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    Heritage Trailer Brakes locking up when backing up

    I just got my Heritag trailer out of storage today only to find a flat tire...after getting that fixed I tried to back it up and the brake lock up after a few feet. You can pull forward with no problem, but as soon as you start backing up and trying to turn, the pin behind the coupler goes...
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    How to get boat into slip

    Ok...I apologize in advance for my newbie question..but everyone has to start somewhere! We bought a boat last fall and rented a slip and installed a lift this spring. we have been out a few times since the weather is starting to warm up. Getting out of the the slip is easy...but we are...
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    Took the plunge....

    After months of debating of what to buy, I decided to buy a 2005 Cobalt 220 for my first boat...picking it up in the next week or two. Now that I have made the decision and plunked down the $$$, I am curious as to what people think are the essentials for their boats....here is what I already...
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    Mercruiser or Volvo Penta?

    I may be opening a can of worms, but.... I am looking at two different 2005 Cobalt 220's, both have between 110 & 140 hrs, one has a Mercuriser 350 Mag and the other has a 280 Hp Volvo Penta. Does anyone have any thoughts on the two engines or that year of Cobalts in general? Thanks!
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    Newbie deciding between Rinker & Chaparral

    I am n the process of buying the first family boat (Wife, Myself, 4 year old, baby due in Feb) and I am trying to decide between a Rinker or a Chaparral 210...any thoughts? The price is only a few thousand dollars difference so I am looking for anyone's thoughts THanks!
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