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They make Grundens for a reason :D Not that I have been on a ton of 18' boats, but I would say that they are on the wet side and do pound a bit. That said, it is an amazing hull that can handle some very nasty conditions. Every hull is a compromise and I like how mine stacks up. fogwarning -...

Well I keep kicking around the idea of upgrading my console so that I can flush mount my electronics and get a little more protection. Ideally, what I would like to do is to build a bolt on top for the existing console that would reuse the grab rail and windshield. This way, if or when I sell...

It's the factory type, not an after market.

I tried to fire up the boat in the driveway for the first time this season and got a check engine light. :? I grabbed the service manual and read up on the service codes and how to read them from the motor. Pretty easy on my FICHT, pull two phillips screws from the throttle position sensor and...

http://www.classicparker.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=2267&highlight=pvc I'd move your trailer lights up so that they don't get dunked.

This is the second season that I am doing the winterization of my motor (98' Johnson 115 FICHT). Last season, no problem. Today, the gearcase oil came out a little milky. No metal debris thought. Is the only part that I should inspect/replace the thrust bushing? I have the service manual for the...

I have an 1800 which I imagine is somewhat similar. On the deck in the console, there should be a bilge access chase. I would snake a pulling line (garden hose worked well for me) from the console to the bilge pump. From there you can tape the ducer cable to the line and pull through. The trick...

I'd be interested in pics and measurements. Which model CC did it come off of?

FWIW my first frame was almost identical to Dale's port frame pic, but snow kept sliding down the tarp and collecting inside the bow rail. Last year I changed the front support to attach the the rail like the next pipe back on Dale's and that fixed it.

While you are at it, you might as well add a dedicated ground wire if you are currently set up with the trailer frame as the ground connection. I did and it saved me from the ongoing corrosion headaches.

I can vouch for the D200. I've been a pro shooter for 17 years and buy tons of Nikon gear for my staff.

What if I were out in the Gulf now? Buoy data is showing 16' every 9 sec. Here is what it would look like.

I bought an iCom 422 to replace my dead radio and this weekend, set about connecting it to my Raymarine C80. I'm not a complete ***** but between both manufacturers manuals, I couldn't figure out what needed connecting. Did a search on THT and found this thread that saved the day, see here. The...

Update.... Either mechanics follow these forums or someone dropped a dime because I got a call from my marine shop yesterday. I had a good talk with their customer service manager, who apologized for the lack of communication. I reassured him that this was the first time I had questioned...

Cape Ann vs. Cape Cod :D http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-FG-Fm7zxA

Thanks for the replies everyone. I did ask for paperwork on the fuel disposal, but was told that it was dumped into communal barrels which were picked up by Clean Harbors periodically. There would be no paperwork on my specific job. I asked if they could tell me if it was salt or fresh water in...

Second outing of the season and after a fuel pump replacement a month ago, I got a check engine light and eventually stalled out. She cranked (new batteries) but would not turn over. Sounded like a fuel problem. Long tow back to port and fast forward... Verbatim service report: Diagnostic test...

Ditto on the seatrial. I have a 98' 1800 with a 115. Max is 150. Assuming that it is mint, I'd start at 10k because it is underpowered.

Updates :? Well I splashed the Parker again and the engine stalled. Started it up again and it died in a few seconds. After that, she wouldn't start. No gas in the bilge but the fuel bulb would not get firm. Fast forward to last weekend. Unhooked the fuel line from the Racor and put it in a...

Called the service shop and they thought that given the minimal leakage, it might have been caused by spillage when I replaced the Racor filter. They suggested washing out the bilge and splashing her again to check. The fuel line is doubtful as you and they said due to the vacuum. Fill lines...