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I purchased a new 2000 Yamaha SX250 0X66 in the summer of 1999. Mounted the engine and ran it for approximately 1000 hours over a period of seven seasons. A good friend purchased the boat from me and the engine failed almost exactly 100 hours later. I used ring free most of the time, but did...

On my last boat (1992 Grady Explorer) the white channel was made by Panduit. Here is a link to some updated products that look similar but not necessarily the same to what you may have. http://www.panduit.com/Products/Product ... /index.htm

See this link and I think there is another one as well. My problem was a bad ECU, at least that what I was told. They also replaced a gauge and a harness (didn't help). viewtopic.php?f=2&t=8420

I have only examined the wiring in and around the helm area of my 2006 Marlin, all of the wiring is tinned. I am not sure about the battery cables. As far as the windlass goes, on my boat if I accidentally hit the 'up' switch and the anchor is already up, the only thing that trips is the helm...

I have checked the boat mounted outlets in the cockpit, cabin port berth and bathroom all were 115-122 volts depending on load. I never pulled the paned with the generator running, but I did on shore power (carefully), 119 to 121 volts. During the latter test the digital breaker panel display...

Could also be a stuck thermostat or a stuck poppit valve (not sure ir it has one). I would start with these first before you haul it out unnecessarily. Here is a link that might help, see #15 for thermostat location (assuming this your model) http://www.yamaha-motor.com/partviewer/ ...

For stubborn stains or heavy oxidation I use rubbing compund (I think paste in a can works better, but I've used both). I use a spray bottle (old windex bottle) and wet the area and 'grind' in the compound with a rag or my buffer if it is a large area. After working on fiberglass boats for...

Joe, I was hesitant to post a response, as I have a Honda knockoff made by Honeywell (China or Korea I suspect). It works excellent, I've used it about ten times on and off the boat and the iit was less than half the cost of the Honda. I have not used the generator on the boat in about nine...

One more minor tip, I have read that if you use a piece of fishing line (50lb test monofilament I guess) and lay it in the track before you caulk the joint that you can easily 'cut' the caulk if and when you need to remove it in the future.

Assuming these are the same as my 06 Marlin, yes those long stainless rods with the black round handles are connected to the thru-hull valves. Lift the handle to open, push the handle down to close. In in theory you are supposed to leave the valves closed whenever not in use, especially when...

I did not notice what year Marlin you bought, but this link might help. gallery/album.php?album_id=18

As you probably know, back in 1990 there were no F225 engines. However, there were V8 outboards around that time (Evinrude made them in 88 and 89 I believe) that were pretty heavy. That being said, I doubt you'll have to worry about the weight of the F225 hanging off the back of that 1990 boat...

As you probably know, back in 1990 there were no F225 engines. However, there were V8 outboards around that time (Evinrude made them in 88 and 89 I believe) that were pretty heavy. That being said, I doubt you'll have to worry about the weight of the F225 hanging off the back of that 1990 boat...

Re: Grady 305 Performance ??? I am well aware that we are talking about an Express and not a Marlin, but I thought this thread may act as a reference. viewtopic.php?f=3&t=14837 In the 305 Express performance tests I have read, they are a little slower than the marlin with the same power. I...

With regard to the trim tabs, they work a little different with the four blades. Before I purchased the new four blade props, I was informed that these four blades raise the stern of the boat. Most props I have owned and read about are designed to raise the bow. I have not used the boat in...

Guys, boat is kept in water till the end of November, so raising engines is not feaseable at this time. I am leaning to raising them one hole over the winter while the boat is on land. Maybe I could go two holes, but I don't want to push it. Yes, I can trim the engines higher without blow-out...

Re: why respace engines when re powerin from 2 stroke to 4 s I'm not sure I understand the question but I can offer this. By spacing any pair of outboards on a transom (or a bracket I guess) farther apart, you gain better slow speed handling especially around the dock. I believe this is in...

Welcome aboard. Always happy to see someone from the industry willing to help out when time permits.

One thing to keep in mind while were spending John's money is that in his original post he suggested the trailer would probably be used for storage more than anything else. I have no idea how far the ramp is from where the boat will be stored, nor do we know what the terrain is like in John's...

John, The figures I wrote were for my 2006 Marlin, not sure what year you have. Boat only (dry) with no options an no gear: 8221 lbs Twin Yamaha F250 with ss props (wet): 1300 Full fuel (306 gallons at 6.2lb gallon): 1900 Water tank, including water heater (45g x 8.34): 375 Options (A/C...