How Do I Get Boat Info??

[Jcjimmi1]

I am new to the boating part of recreational activities, how can I; or where do i look to get the necessary information about my boat so i can research it and stuff? I am bout one day old on the boating, got it cheap, and noticed some gauges dont work and a hose on the drive is torn, wanna be able to square it away before i drop it in the water and end up sinking or something.<br />Thanks

 

[Spidybot]

Re: How Do I Get Boat Info??

You definately need to identify your boat and engine.<br /><br />There should be a HIN (hull id number) from the mold (look at boat rear).<br /><br />Your engine and outdrive should carry some sort of model/make numbers.<br /><br />If all else fails, post pictures and folks here will most liely be able to help. If you are going to DIY, you will need (and benefit) from a manual for the engine. Can be ordered from this site, once the thing has been ID'ed.

 

[cotterman]

Re: How Do I Get Boat Info??

welcome to the board jcjimmi1.<br /><br />there's a wealth of info right here, feel free to fire away questions and somebody's sure to answer. read the "suggestions for new members" at the top of this page, it'll help you ask questions with propper info needed.<br />good luck

 

[Jcjimmi1]

Re: How Do I Get Boat Info??

thanks for the input. to run this thing outta water all i need to do is put the "ear-muffs" on apply water and start it up rite?

 

[Spidybot]

Re: How Do I Get Boat Info??

You still have not provided info on make & model.<br /><br />Provided the cooling water pickup will be sufficiently supplied with water by fitting muffs, it will be alright to run the engine in a modest way - up to fast idle at some 1500 rpm