So I ordered a bunch of stuff to day including props and a depth sounder. My new trim pump assembly came in today so i got a busy week ahead of me.

thanks for the tip Jerry I'm gonna look at that again tomorrow.

So I ordered a bunch of stuff to day including props and a depth sounder. My new trim pump assembly came in today so i got a busy week ahead of me.

thanks for the tip Jerry I'm gonna look at that again tomorrow.

Old thread revived since props have been discussed. :)

Finally got to try different props. Took the 3 bladed SS 19" QS's off and tried the new Merc Alpha4 4 bladed alum props. Tried 18" at 1st. Seemed to have a lot of slip and lost a lot of top end. So ordered the same in 20". Across the board they seem very good. Time to plain is great and boat runs real flat now. Just down 3 mph from the QS props. Docking control 100% better. Main goal here. The 4 blades run best with almost no trim for best handling and speed. I think I was trimming too much with the 18", ( about same as i had to run the 3 blades)thus poor performance. Now that I have the feel for the trim with 4 blades, going to pick up some 18's again this winter to unload the drives a bit.

hey guys how everyones baja doing?

how do I post pics?

Not sure how I missed this thread. You still around Bubba?

easiest way is to post them on a hosting site like photobucket.com then link them to your post here.

Good afternoon, I just found this thread and thanks for the good info. I have a 93 290 EC that is in very nice shape. We keep it near LA and have been learning about ocean boating recently and getting used to the boat. I do have a few questions and any advice is appreciated.
1. Does the shower drain drain through the sump pump?
2. How do you access the sump pump?
3. What is the single most important tip/advice you can offer for this boat?
Thanks, Brian

Shower drains into shower sump box.

Located under center cushion of aft cabin.

Don't forget drain plug. Other than that, enjoy.

Anything else, ask away. May take some time for a reply since I'm not here much anymore.

Yep still here.

Here is a pic of our Baja and stingray last 4th of July.

https://flic.kr/p/HNkLkY

Looks good!

4 blade aluminum props vs ss
 

Just picked one of these up a couple weeks ago. Needs a little updating but all in all in good shape. everything works, gen set, AC, Heat, Full camper top, Extended swim platform and with a nice triple axle aluminum bunk trailer. Looking to find a cooktop...this one is cracked, and replace the cabin fridge. Also prop selection is a concern. Has 19" 3 SS blade but thinking of going 18" 4 blades. What are thoughts on going with aluminum?

Hey all, trying to revive this thread. I have owned the Baja Motoryacht 290 for the last 7 years. Just looking for more owners of this rare Baja unicorn. Anyone else still around with them? I may be the last one haha

-Tim