Recent content by manners98

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    209 Escape transom cap replacement

    That's great. It is hard to believe GW dealer only charged $170 for labor I thought it will be at least $2,000 job for removing engines, repairing fiberglass, applying sealer and parts., etc.
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    repower 300 marlin with yamaha f300

    I thought the estimation was way too high , I will shop around more. I believe the motor price are much less in Florida than New England here.Thanks.
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    repower 300 marlin with yamaha f300

    I am repowering 2006 Marlin with 2013 yamaha twin f300 offshore, the local grady white dealer estimated $54,308 including new rig,de-rig old one and tax. 5yrs warranty on new motor. I would like to get some neutral feedback/second opinion prices from fellow who have experience doing this to...
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    What does everyone do for a living?

    I am a dentist torturing people.
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    trailer for marlin 300

    Thanks for the reply I am located at ma.I need a trailer for winter storage ...marlin can sits on, not for the launching. I believe the wet weight including engine can be easily 12,000lb.
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    trailer for marlin 300

    I am looking for a good trailer that will make it easy to pull my 2006 marlin 300 which I bought this summer .What are some of the better trailer brands? I heard that road king and ace trailer are pretty good. Any input appreciated.
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    hydraulic steering

    Thank you for your input., I will tell dealer to put a new hydraulic control and line..
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    hydraulic steering

    Hello everyone, new member here. I am repowering 1999 sailfish 272 with evinrude twin 225, old OX66 has serious engine problem. Do I need to get new hydraulic steering? The mechanic said the old one is still in good shape I don't need even though it is 13 yrs old , but I don't want to have a...