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    Sailfish vs marlin vs older sportfish?

    I have a Sailfish - we do a lot of overnight excursions 1-3 day, We sleep 2 in the forward berth and our daughter used to sleep in the aft berth with a golden retriever. I would say it is comfortable but very basic. Bigger is usually better but the budget generally helps you decide.
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    Belated birthday present

    $1,800 per chair and base?
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    Replacing a Marlin Vent Window

    The easiest way is to use the opposite window as a template and go to a local glass shop. Most shops send the template to a supplier who does tempered glass. Mine too, think about a week, not cheap think it was $125. Some on this site have opted for plexi glass and cut it themselves from some...
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    Early 2000's transoms

    I have an 04 Sailfish and was worried about my transom because of thedisintegrating bang cap. I had the bang cap replaced last year and the dealer said it was solid and no signs of rot or moisture. They sealed it with glass and installed a vinyl bang cap over it. The key is to ensure the bang...
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    help with 12" displays

    I have a 12 inch and a marine radio in lower box and even installing them each spring is challenge. I used the upper box for radar and or fish finder. I do like the looks of the front mounted electornics on the lower boxes.
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    Replacement Refrigerator

    I replaced mine with the Isotherm. It is an improved model over the original and it is now AC/DC. The unit sensors identify when it is on AC or DC and autoamatically switches itself. It did take a little retro work bc I had to add an AC outlet in back of the frig. Wasn't that difficult bc there...
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    Exhaust inspection

    I had 2 2004 with 720 hours on them in 20n17 and lost both of them to exhaust corrosion that spread to the powerhead. Had them inspected every other year for the previous 8 years and they were clean. Even when they went in for inspection the last time they were running flawlessly. As someone...
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    GE SCS 1705 silicone caulk

    GE Almond is what the GW dealer near me uses.
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    Fuel Gauge Help Please

    Souds like sending unit - mine have access through the popout deck plate. Easy fix just make sure your hole alignment is correct as it is easy to strip. I marked a line from on the existing sender and the tank so I could easily identify the correct orientation. Make sure there is not a full...
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    Boat carpet update

    Looks great! Are you able to clean it just using soap and water?
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    What anti-fowling paint are you using?

    I switched to Petitt hydroco.at about 7 years ago and think it is a much better paint for keeping marine growthat bay. Most of extreme buildup that I experienced has gradually disappeared over the years including chipping and peeling. I also find that power washing the bottom is a lot more...
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    Loop Around South Florida

    I admire your attitude and the approach of just making the best of the situation. I probably would have had my hammer out by now :) Enjoy your trip it is interesting to follow!
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    Coast guard documentation for 235 freedom

    Depending on the state u live in, you do not need to register and do annual renewal stickers, no state title, boat name and port identify the boat (cleaner apperarance). I have never taken my boat to another country but since it is federally documented supposedly it facilitates border requirements.
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    228 or 232?

    I have owned both and they were both great but the Gulfstream is a class ove the 228. Wide beam and fuel major upgrades. I had a Gulfstream with a single engine with an F225. I would not call it way underpowered, but under certain circumstances I could have used more than the 225. Twins are...
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    2020 Freedom 325 leaking water into starboard cabin

    2020 - isn't it still under the hull warranty - let dealer fix it for you.
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    Windshield Washer Solenoid location on 2008 360

    Are you sure there is a solenoid.? My Sailfish operates by a valve that manually opens and closes the washer valve and uses water pressure from the system drive the spray?
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    2000 sailfish 272

    I did an extensive search last year and could not come up with an identical match. Some have said there are a bunch out there but not with the same bolt patterns. I eventually called Pompanette and there customer service said they could order the part but it was a crazy $. Something like $350...
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    232 parts

    Boat Outfitters has most of what you are looking for. They also sell starboard that you can just cut your own trim. They are very helpful at cutting custom work to your specs. They also carry a full line of pre made boxes with doors and shelves.
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    '87 232 Gulfstream with twins and dual fuel tanks

    There are many opinions on how to utiltize two tanks - since my tanks have 150 in one tan and 70 in the other I prefer to rub them both on one and then both on the second. To me it is too confusing to be monitoring 2 tanks at the same time .
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    2005 300 Marlin for sale

    They go pretty quick in NE if priced right. There are 3 or 4 major dealers in the region and most of them have little or no inventory of used GWs