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  1. TikiCharterFishing

    Cockpit Scupper Access

    You might be looking at a rotated view. That fuel/water cap is not on a horizontal surface.
  2. TikiCharterFishing

    2002 Sailfish 282 back deck canopy, has anyone had one built?

    Check out oceansouth.us They make a good product and the uprights are really heavy duty.
  3. TikiCharterFishing

    Freedom 225 vs 215

    I love my Freedom 235. Length is a consideration in addition to beam. I find that when running through moderate chop the longer boat rides smoother.
  4. TikiCharterFishing

    Any Experience with Catalano & Sons in CT

    Roger that! I get where you're coming from. Some high pressure dealers just won't address questions about negative issues.
  5. TikiCharterFishing

    Anyone use a drift sock on an 18ft?

    I use a cheap 24" drift sock. I don't know if you have Academy in your area but then have them for $15.
  6. TikiCharterFishing

    Any Experience with Catalano & Sons in CT

    It would help if you added some info about the engines. I had twin 2007 F250's on a boat and they did not have exhaust issues. There was a cutoff in late 2006/2007 models where the issue was improved. My engines had 500+ hours with no exhaust issues.
  7. TikiCharterFishing

    Windlass anchor rope “rode” tangling/jam fix?

    One easy fix is to let out all the line with nothing on it and let it untwist. You can drag it behind the boat if you're in a secluded area. But 8 plait is also a good idea.
  8. TikiCharterFishing

    Do I really need NMEA2000?

    You can connect the CL7 to many Garmin displays via Garmin Marine Network (GMN) and/or NMEA2000. You get more functions if you use GMN such as shared maps, sonar and radar. You only need one Active Captain microSD card and it can be in any device if you have the GMN. It is especially convenient...
  9. TikiCharterFishing

    2007 305 express input

    I think there are two possibilities (at least): 1) The transducer could have gone bad. I've read that if a transducer is allowed to transmit a lot while out of the water the transmitter can go bad. And a transducer can just go bad for no reason. This is a fairly inexpensive replacement. 2) It...
  10. TikiCharterFishing

    305 Express Auto Pilot pump location

    Mine is mounted on the starboard side inside the mid-berth cover panel. It is below the vacuum flush tank and pump.
  11. TikiCharterFishing

    Battery chargers

    Minn-Kota Precision will not cook your batteries. I‘ve had good luck with these on my two boats with 4 batteries each. https://minnkotamotors.johnsonoutdoors.com/battery-chargers/board-precision-chargers?id=13971
  12. TikiCharterFishing

    Replace or Brush and Use?

    I can get the screw out easily. I just can’t get the anode to budge after the screw is out. It’s corroded to the mount.
  13. TikiCharterFishing

    Time for new batteries

    Grady recommends DEKA 27M6 batteries. They’re available as Duracell brand at Batteries Plus. Also available at “Worst Marine“ private labeled but more expensive.
  14. TikiCharterFishing

    Replace or Brush and Use?

    I can’t get the anode off my bow thruster. It’s very corroded and I don’t want to damage anything by getting too rough with it. ANY SUGGESTIONS?
  15. TikiCharterFishing

    2007 305 express input

    Can you easily see the ram pin when you raise the electronics panel? I didn’t notice it.
  16. TikiCharterFishing

    2007 305 express input

    I’m looking at buying a 2007 3005 Express. Can anyone on this thread comment on the access to the helm console electronics? Is there a removable panel or does the console tilt out? This boat has the concealed panel that raises and lowers. Also, how do you access the air conditioning unit behind...
  17. TikiCharterFishing

    305 Express Access to Air Conditioner and Console Electronics

    Can someone tell me how to gain access to the air conditioner unit located on the port side of the 305 Express behind the galley? Can someone also tell me how to access the back of the console to work on the instruments and electronics?
  18. TikiCharterFishing

    Waiting for Better Weather

    Waiting for Better Weather