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Yeah, generally a kicker is not something you're going to need to have your hands on a lot when using it - so somewhat out of the way is probably fine.

Hmmm... I don't think they have such a thing, either. Looks like there's enough room on the vertical surface. Is there enough room for full swing of the handle? How about on the port or stbd side of the console? Is there room on top of the console?

Do you mean a compass, or something else? "Binnacle" is generally a "fashion of mounting" - not an actual thing (or at least, not commonly used for that).

Do you have room to change that single binnacle to a dual?

Ah, gotcha. Good luck with the new boat!

Can you better clarify the things you have checked? It's better for us if you are specific as to what you actually did and how you verified it was not the culprit. Note, I edited my original reply as there was a grammatical error... "hose" was wrong... I changed it to "hull".

Care to share the route? Why the change?

It sounds like you're installing a captain's chair... MSP is going the other way, installing a B-2-B... so slightly different in how it's mounted (see above). One "could" use a couple Togglers for a B-2-B - but it's overkill.

Usually somewhere in the stern - but just follow the hydraulic lines that come through the transom. They will lead you right to it. Is it noted in your manual?

Yes, normal practice for B-2-B seats is to simply screw them into the deck. They don't require the thru-bolting that pedestal seats do because of leverage/small base. I've seen some boats where only two of the fasteners used are thru-bolts and the others are screws... but in my opinion, it's...

Obviously it's something that is 100% your call - but based on the numbers and how a lift is actually used, I wouldn't sweat it one bit. There doesn't seem to be a reason to think that you're not within specs for the lift. I WOULD factor in a full tank of gas, though - but even with that...

I didn't see where he said he was using a test boat's weight. Based on what he's written, it sounds like he did the normal thing and calculated the weight himself. I don't make a habit of checking other people's homework :) but... let's do just a quick check of the main things... 6,500 boat...

For those that don't know the term, in his first post he stated that 9,400lbs is the "WET" weight. Wet weight is engines, fuel, water, etc.

Ha! First sentence is still not a sentence! :) But that's OK, I can decipher. I've "heard" that, too - but to be honest, I've never spent any time trying to find parts as I never had a need. Are they TRULY hard to find parts for? I dunno. Probably harder than other makes, though. Main...

I don't have the exact answer... but I 100% agree with your line of thinking. Totally safe for that weight. And you likely won't even be at 9,400 all the time. But it's not like the lift is going to magically break at 10,100lbs. I have some friends with lifts and they're right at the max or...

Can you correct your first sentence? It's hard to understand. But, with the jist of your post about whether it's a good buy or not... ANY boat that old can have issues. It really all comes down to how it was cared for. One thing, in particular, about the GW's is to look at the transom -...

I'd venture a guess that they don't drill a hole if they don't have to. But you should be able to look under the slider and see whether or not it's there. You didn't mention what model you have, but open the slider and check. Either way, it's sort of a moot point - you need a hole if you want...

I suppose it depends on what brand tab system you have. Bennett? At a quarter century old, it could be anything. Assuming Bennett... Bennett's system works as intended - have used that plenty of times. Mente makes one that I've read other's using with good marks - and I believe the install...

Gas shocks are widely available at boat stores and online. The info printed on the shock (or a parts manual) will give you the measurement and poundage. Whoever made THAT shock is not important. Attwood makes good stuff if you want to check them out. Consider upgrading to the SS

Can you polish gas? I thought only diesel could be truly polished? But... do this... take the fuel filter off and dump it into a clear jar (spaghetti). Let it sit for an hour and observe. Smell it, look at the color, look for separation. If all is good, go boating. If not, it depends on...