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Getting tracker bars will reduce the "need" for outriggers. My preference has moved to the dial trackers from Sterling, as they can be adjusted to run on either side. While I run outriggers, there are times/days where I don't bother putting the bars in them, as they run fine from rod tips...

What species are you targeting? That can help sort out what is an appropriate holder. Many of us with 330's have added a 3rd holder on each side between the two existing gunnel holders. As long as there is nothing below the gunnel in that location, it is a fairly simple thing to install...

This is quite helpful. I think that I'll add a new helm to the winter list and take my chances with that improving the AP performance next year, and if not, well then I add a new AP at that point. @loubeer - is your AP networked to your plotter? I believe it can be done with NMEA 0183. but...

I have a Simrad AP 22 installed on my 2003 330, and assume it is original equipment. The helm is a sea star. What I’ve noticed is that the autopilot will wander a bit, leaving an S shaped wake. It seems to be worse in chop than on flat calm conditions, but it happens then too. I’ve also noticed...

Get the boat that fits your needs the best. Waiting around for might and the future means you don't make memories now.

Thanks for closing the loop. I don't have that feature on my boat, but this will be helpful to others in your shoes.

It would be much cheaper to find one with newer motors, recent electronics, and minimal deferred maintenance than buy one as described and refit it. BUT - the benefit is that you can choose every component you desire. This one sounds like one to start really low - say mid 30k, maybe insulting...

I'm on my 3rd boat at this point. My strong opinion is that one of the most important things to do is take the time to fully document ALL the wiring on the boat. While the manufacturer's manual is decent, it is only the starting point. In this case, your boat is approaching 25 years old, and...

Welcome Victor - that anticipation has to be killing you right about now!!!

Glad you got it sorted out.

You have two choices. Either go to the dealer and let them sort it out, or start learning about your boat. A harsh truth, but a novel could be written from what is left out of your original post. Get the manual for your boat and find the DC diagram pages. If you don't have one, download...

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The prop cost will indeed be made up quickly with those kind of trips. Yes, I've noticed a difference in ride. The boat rides better at 24-25kts than it does at 21. Not sure if it is stern lift or something else. One other thing I've noticed is that the motors trim up much higher than with...

Back to the original topic, if I may. :D Took a ride out to Veatch canyon earlier this week. The new motors and props are significantly better than the old. In 2022, the trip took 320 gallons, this week 270 gallons. Quite a nice savings, which really helped the peace of mind 120 miles...

With the info provided, it sounds like an imbalance elsewhere. Would be unlikely to have a substantial amount of water trapped by limber holes to the outside of the bilge. When you say that you cleaned the drain, did you snake it? Did you blast water down the drain, and verify that it...

I documented my experience in replacing units. I went a bit further than it sounds like you need to. Here is the thread I created. I needed to remove the electronics box, the tub, and the electric panel in the cabin to ensure I could reach all the wiring and such. Depending on how your...

Current set up on my 330 Express is a Raymarine system with a pair of e127 screens, a CP370 and B164 transducer. The water temp is showing signs of failing. Initially it ran a bit high, and recently it has been really far off when initially turned on (like 90 degrees when it should be 70). So...

I guess that I should feel fortunate that I only lost one of the rear curtains on my boat in that storm. It was quite a doozie, for sure.

Carry way too much. Screwdrivers (flat and Phillips), wrenches (SAE & Metric), socket sets, hammer, various vice grips, channel locks, prop wrench, pliers, hack saw, basic electrical kit (connections, wire, strippers etc.), multimeter, duct tape, electrical tape, zip ties, WD-40, and probably...