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Thanks for the info Dan!!! I suspected that was the case after running a tape measure up the length of the tank. If the aux tank is any indicator the main 'should' be in ok condition. I problems areas on the aux tank for me were under the black rubbery strips the tank sits on. Dan, when...

Has anyone successfully removed the main tank from their Islander? I understand I have to cut the bulkhead and slide it back but wondering if there is room to actually get it out inspect and hopefully reinstall. I am currently re-coring the soft deck and wondering if I should tackle the fuel...

I would recommend putting centering bunks up front. They make loading my 26.8 Islander soooo much easier. Once the bow hits those the boat straightens up and on she goes, perfect every time.

Nothing has been removed or added to the boat that would account for 220 lbs. Performance wise apart from having to trim out the boat using the tabs I have not noticed any difference in economy. Tashmoo, Thanks for the comments on the foam. My working theory right now is that every time I...

thanks, great suggestion on the fuel tanks, had not thought of that. I've had the boat since new and it didnt list when I bought it. Given I have not made any modifications somthing is going on. Sitting my 220 lb backside on the port side levels it out so thats quite some weight somewhere. I...

Hi Guys and Gals, A long time 1996 GW Islander owner here who just discovered this forum and figured you might be able to help solve an issue I am having with the boat. First off let me say the Islander has been fantastic, it has definitely become part of the family. Living in Florida it...