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  1. Billv

    Windlass

    This is a serious question
  2. Billv

    Windlass

    Here is a tough one I hope can be answered. I have a 2000 Marlin. I believe the windlass is an original H 600ff. The motor seems to work properly in both directions the gypsy is labeled 761 but there is no Fleming. Is the Fleming required on this model.? It doesn’t seem to catch when...
  3. Billv

    Groco pump -simple macerator retrofit- 265 Express

    My level sensor on my Groco system is bad. Is anyone aware of a cost effective replacement?
  4. Billv

    Fuel usage numbers, 282.

    My 283 Release does about 1.3-1.4 at cruise, 28mph 4100 rpm
  5. Billv

    Window attachment clips

    This is a picture of the window attachment clip from a 2000 Marlin 300. Does any one know what they are really called and where I might get more?
  6. Billv

    Marlin window leak

    Any advice on removing the starboard window on a 2000 Marlin to repair a leak. Multiple seals look bad/out of place?
  7. Billv

    What's on your list for winter projects?

    I have the Release tricked out to be a great fishing machine but the Marlin offers additional options but would need some time and money investment to get it to the same point
  8. Billv

    What's on your list for winter projects?

    Here is both
  9. Billv

    What's on your list for winter projects?

    I bought a 2000 marlin with 2016 250 HP engines on it with the intent of putting those engines on my 283 release. I’m now considering keeping the marlin and selling my 2005 283 release
  10. Billv

    2000 Marlin generator

    I found the generator to be a Fischer Panda (diesel). Looks like previous owner replaced the original, looks to be in bad shape
  11. Billv

    2000 Marlon water heater?

    OK I give up. Can someone please tell me where the water heater on a 2000 Marlin is located? It is not under the helm seat.
  12. Billv

    Hurricane Ian salvage boats

    I bought a 2000 Marlin300 for the 2016 engines on it. I presently have a 2005 Release 283. I am now seriously considering keeping the Marlin to replace my Release. It did not sink and only had fiberglass damage
  13. Billv

    Hurricane Ian salvage boats

    Been there, bought one
  14. Billv

    2000 Marlin generator

    Does anyone know what the original generator in a 2000 marlin would have been? Manufacturer, gas or diesel?
  15. Billv

    Free - Viking Rescyou Coastal 6 person life raft

    I hope to have someone picking it up Monday
  16. Billv

    Free - Viking Rescyou Coastal 6 person life raft

    I have free a Viking Rescyou Coastal 6 person Valise life raft. Originally purchased in 2015 and repacked once. Never deployed and presently needs to be repacked. I am in Philadelphia suburbs or south Jersey. This is too large for my boat so I am getting a smaller 4 person. Let me know if...
  17. Billv

    New engines?

    Seasick has described the plan exactly. Fortunately I am retired, mechanically inclined and have a friend who is in this business where I can keep the boat and help with the work. Yes there is risk associated with this plan but I did the best I could to mitigate that risk by running the...