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From what I’m seeing right now, I should get the 2.4 mpg on calm seas. With a head sea, I expect to get half of that. There are days where I just have to plow through a sea right on the nose for some time, then everything changes and then back to it. If I average over 2.0, I will be thrilled. My...

Good question about the 150s vs the 200’s. The bottom line is price and availability of the 150s. The performance difference between the 150s and the 200’s was small and would not have made a real world difference to me except more up front cost. It seems like the 150 is the deal motor out there...

I bought the boat used and it had the original 1998 Yamaha 200 2 strokes. Good motors but filthy and loud. I was able to sell them but they were pretty much parts motors. I was very glad to eliminate the onboard oil tanks from those two strokes. I’m pretty sure the bilge had a gallon of 2 stroke...

I consider my 268 a 228 with an enclosed head. If I didn’t need that for the ladies, I would have never sold my 228!

Here is a snapshot of the gauges at 3500 rpm. Props are 15 x 16.25 power tech ofs3.

What I have noticed is that dual consoles are showing up at docks, in all brands. They get used a few times and then sit. The users either get burnt or soaked or frozen. Plus you can’t overnight them. I think they are a fad.

If you give the hatch to the shop, they should be able to remove the rotten core and then add new core and reglass. This is an issue that most shops have seen many times, especially in Florida boats. The rule of thumb here is keep the hatch edges sealed so water doesn’t get in. Check out the...

This is a common problem. I suggest taking off the hatches and have them repaired by a fiberglass and gel coat shop. They typically work for a fixed price per piece. Shop around. There are two options, repair they area that’s peeling or refinish the entire piece. I suggest refinishing the entire...

When you do remove the old tank (s) make sure it is as empty as possible and be very careful with fumes and the use of any electric hand tools that could spark upon start up and running. It’s best to use air driven tools for any cutting near fuel systems. I’ve done this process twice and it’s a...

I use chevron from a local gas station and have been since 1988. Omc, Yamaha, Suzuki, Honda. No problems.

See video of the islander running. I’m putting about two hours of run time on her a weekend trying to get up to the 20 hour mark so I can change the fluids. So far so good. 3500 rpm cruise, 25-26 mph, 10-11 gph. Everything is working out well. Engines are loosening up. Wot is going up each time...

looks like you have it on the trailer just right. I have found that the starboard thru hull for the fish hold typically aligns almost right over the front trailer axle. Nice rig. Enjoy the keys. Have a rum runner for us all.

I think the most important discipline with any thru hulls is constant visual inspection vigilance. I'm to the point that I just keep a zip lock in the bilge with old tooth brushes and wood plugs. Whenever I am in the bilge, which is before every trip, I scrub the thru hulls at their base with...

I just pulled 4 cables on my islander. Zip tie the old cables to the new cables, then file down ends to smooth them out. Wrap in blue tape very well. Have one person pull as other person pushes. It’s a slow gentle process. Make sure all zip ties are off the old cables and that the move clean...

I use this. See photo. I Can’t help you on the length as it depends on many variables. I just totally redid my islander and used at least 20’ total.

Now that is surprising. The 228 is the best boat they ever made!

That boat must fly with that power. Looks great. They are good engines. They stay really clean over the years which is a good sign. Enjoy!

Thanks, I appreciate this awareness. I’ll hardwire that battery charger and get it 100% and also alternate this hose clamps. I see what you are saying about the seal.

If anyone has comments or questions about steering, which is a common issue, I decided to add a video of my current setup which I just rebuilt. I originally had this ram and a different tie bar on 1998 yamaha 200, 2 strokes. I reused the ram, added a new tiebar, new seals and end caps, new flex...

Does this look to be a problem? See the yellow female plug on the feed from the circuit panel on the boat. The power feed from the yard to the boats panel is gfic. The marine rated battery charger plugs into the yellow plug power feed. All wires are secured to stringer.