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Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-30-2012, 10:54 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 19,857
Posted By BeakBoater35

Our boat is Coast Guard documented and as such we...

Our boat is Coast Guard documented and as such we do not display state registration numbers. BUT, the boat must be registered and display the New York rigistration sticker. In about 13 years, we have...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-28-2012, 09:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,119
Posted By BeakBoater35

I bought a new US build boat from a dealer in...

I bought a new US build boat from a dealer in Canada. I had the contract written FOB/Delivered to my US home address. I also had BOATUS handle the US Documentation. Good thing, there were issues with...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-28-2012, 09:35 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 19,857
Posted By BeakBoater35

Let me know when you figure out why you stay...

Let me know when you figure out why you stay there. It may help me understand why the heck I stay in tax and spend New York State!

In the last year I have had multiple friends and family move out...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-10-2012, 11:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,298
Posted By BeakBoater35

You're absolutely correct...the muffler bearings...

You're absolutely correct...the muffler bearings are the hot setup. I used them when I rebuilt the suprechargers on my boat. BIG difference!

Problem is I only had enough money to use them on the...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-06-2012, 08:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,195
Posted By BeakBoater35

I had one of the left bank valve covers off some...

I had one of the left bank valve covers off some time ago...I remember it was a PIA. I foget exactly what I did, but I know I did not touch the exhuast. I recall getting to the bolts with 1/4" drive ...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-05-2012, 08:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,195
Posted By BeakBoater35

Thank you for the replies Powerplay J and Griff. ...

Thank you for the replies Powerplay J and Griff.

I'm hoping to be lazy and not check the springs...with the blowers and factory CMI headers removing the valve covers may be a hassle.

I was...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-04-2012, 01:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,195
Posted By BeakBoater35

525SC Valve Springs...When need to change?

I have a 1997 Fountain 35 Lightning with completely stock Merc 525 SC motors. 235 total hours. They seen to run just fine. Boat is never beat on and motors have had an easy life with appropriate...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
06-21-2011, 09:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,153
Posted By BeakBoater35

Canadian Waters

It seems the Canadian goverment has changed enforcement policies in their waters. Apparently, as a technical matter, unless you are navigating directly from one US location to another US location,...
Forum: Fountain
03-14-2011, 01:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,036
Posted By BeakBoater35

The hull on my 1997 35' Lightening is glassed in...

The hull on my 1997 35' Lightening is glassed in under the seat cushions. I thought about cutting an opening to use as storage space...and I chicken out!
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-13-2011, 09:34 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 18,792
Posted By BeakBoater35

I had a Velocity 23' with a 454/Bravo 1 and...

I had a Velocity 23' with a 454/Bravo 1 and hydraulic system. It was a sweet boat. They should be well within your budget.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-08-2011, 01:28 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 14,030
Posted By BeakBoater35

Well said. You and OFFSHOREDRILLIN are both on...

Well said. You and OFFSHOREDRILLIN are both on the mark.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-08-2011, 01:25 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 14,030
Posted By BeakBoater35

This post says it like it is. OFFSHOREDRILLIN I...

This post says it like it is. OFFSHOREDRILLIN I don't have a clue as to who you are...but I respect you very much.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
03-05-2011, 02:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,484
Posted By BeakBoater35

Who built the motors?

Who built the motors?
Forum: General Boating Discussion
11-06-2010, 09:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 25,286
Posted By BeakBoater35

When the HH dealer installed my 12K lift about 10...

When the HH dealer installed my 12K lift about 10 years ago he slipped 4" yellow "gas line" over the vertical square tubes. It acted as a chusion between the verticqal square tubes and the stell...
Forum: General Q & A
10-27-2010, 11:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 17,003
Posted By BeakBoater35

The labeling on these antifreeze containers are...

The labeling on these antifreeze containers are rather misleading. This "-100 F", "-60 F" etc etc etc usually refers to the BURST point, not the FREEZE point. The burst point is the temperator at...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
10-21-2010, 12:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,083
Posted By BeakBoater35

My hydrohoist had walkways (actually stabilzers...

My hydrohoist had walkways (actually stabilzers when the lift is lowered) and a work platform on the rear. The walk ways were standard, the rear platform an option. Oh, absolutely get 4 guide posts...
Forum: Fountain
10-21-2010, 12:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,171
Posted By BeakBoater35

I have a 1997 model year of the exact same boat....

I have a 1997 model year of the exact same boat. Your speeds are right in line with what I have experienced. Best i saw was 83 in one direction and 81 returning.
Forum: General Q & A
10-21-2010, 12:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,135
Posted By BeakBoater35

I'm just finished year 8 on a pair of...

I'm just finished year 8 on a pair of Sears/Diehard marine batteries. 1 of them just strated to go bye-bye. For the price, I am seriuosly happy.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
10-21-2010, 12:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,083
Posted By BeakBoater35

I used a 12,000# HydroHoist for several years to...

I used a 12,000# HydroHoist for several years to lift my 35' go fast. It side-mounted to the floating dock. Worked great. Handled several significant storms well. Just be sure to raise/lower the...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-06-2010, 12:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 13,575
Posted By BeakBoater35

Easy mistakes to make. So sad. Thoughts for...

Easy mistakes to make. So sad. Thoughts for friends and family.
Forum: Fountain
07-07-2010, 04:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,189
Posted By BeakBoater35

Sunsets are so beautiful over the water!

Sunsets are so beautiful over the water!
Forum: General Boating Discussion
07-06-2010, 05:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,459
Posted By BeakBoater35

Octane less than needed by the motor and...

Octane less than needed by the motor and well...big check writing time may rear its ugly head! The higher the octane, the safer the motor. Octane greater than needed for the motor, the lower the...
Forum: General Q & A
07-06-2010, 04:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,145
Posted By BeakBoater35

Definitely needs more fuel than my HP525SC...

Definitely needs more fuel than my HP525SC motors. The mechanical pump seems to be fine for my application. Currently my fuel pumps are as they came from Mercury. I haven't tried the rebuild kit yet....
Forum: General Q & A
07-06-2010, 12:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,145
Posted By BeakBoater35

Sorry to hear the pumps don't deliver enough...

Sorry to hear the pumps don't deliver enough fuel. What do you have for motors?
Forum: Fountain
06-29-2010, 10:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,784
Posted By BeakBoater35

You might want to check your insurance policy....

You might want to check your insurance policy. Every policy I've had for my 35 Fountain excludes coverage if towing skiers, water toys...
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