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    Transducer stern block 2014 Freedom 285

    My existing original Transducer is the B-744V, which is on the angle block. It appears that the transducer is leaking. The boat repair guys say they can not take it apart, that all frozen together. They said that to change the O-rings, they might break it. I can replace it or am thinking about...
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    Transducer stern block 2014 Freedom 285

    Begining of the Season after the boat was transported from Naples, FL back to home port in Portsmouth, RI. First time since I owned the boat the front bilge pump would cycle on and off when I jumped on the boat. Bilge pump could run for a minute. Boat yard after doing their yearly maintence and...
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    Grady vs Scout in the 27-28' range

    I own a Freedom 285 one of the best boats I have owned. Probably over my lifetime over 20 boats. Great family boat and I use for fishing as well. I decided to go with 285 over 275 because one foot in length and one foot in beam! A 9'6" beam on a 28 foot boat is extremely stable and platform...
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    Freedom 285 captain seat motor

    I think found a replacement part. I measured mine and looks like it should fit perfectly. I am going to order one, to work on it over the winter. Boat is out of the water and being serviced to be ready for shrink wrap...
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    Freedom 285 captain seat motor

    Does anyone know where to buy a replacement motor for the seat to go back and forth. My 10 year old motor stopped working. Part number and where to buy one would be helpful.
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    Freedom 285, 2014, replacing bolsters and backrests

    Thanks will check out head on one side and storage locker the other. I think you are right that fastened from behind. When figure out will post photos.
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    Freedom 285, 2014, replacing bolsters and backrests

    Need help on how to remove the bow back rests? Figured out the bolsters, but can not find a way to remove the backrest for replacement.