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  1. Billv

    Yamaha F350 flywheel?

    Wow - every 80 hours of use in the 3500rpm range would be a PITA
  2. Billv

    Yamaha F350 flywheel?

    I beleive that the Yamaha F350 made during ~2012 to ? have a problem with the flywheel requiring it to be replace every 80 hours of use in the 3500RPM range. Does any one know if they have corrected this problem and in what year?
  3. Billv

    NJ fishing reports

    Fishing in Martha’s Vineyard this week. Came up on my friends 32 ft Cape Horn. Stopped at Coxes ledge on way between Block Island and MV.
  4. Billv

    NJ fishing reports

    Fishing in Martha’s Vineyard this week. Came up on my friends 32 ft Cape Horn. Stopped at Coxes ledge on way between Block Island and MV.
  5. Billv

    Grady 27/28 sailfish owners...

    I have a 2005 283 Release center console which may be the same hull. I traded up from a 24 foot Wellcraft. I would consider my 283 a tank compared to the 24 foot boat. It runs well in most seas
  6. Billv

    NJ re Fishing Line

    20lbs power pro is my go to for most reels
  7. Billv

    NJ fishing reports

    Seabass are one of my favorites. I’ve made 3 Seabass trips so far
  8. Billv

    NJ fishing reports

    Out with a couple of friends for opening day summer flounder and he got this nice weakfish in the ICW
  9. Billv

    NJ fishing reports

    As far as the rollers it all depends on the spacing yesterday they were so far apart we just rolled right over them
  10. Billv

    NJ fishing reports

    Good day on seabass out of Cape May
  11. Billv

    2005 Release hatch help

    I have a 2005 Release (center console). The transom has a fishbox and next to this fishbox is a smaller compartment with an insert for storage. The issue is that the hatch on this smaller compartment does not have a gas shock or spring to prevent it from swinging all the way open. When it...
  12. Billv

    autopilot

    SiTex makes a nice aftermarket unit that works as standalone or via NMMA 2000 when connected to your GPS. I would have to agree that one sync'd to your exisiting electroncis would be more robust but if $$ is of concern there work well. This is what I have connect to my Garmin units
  13. Billv

    Updating Ditch Bag

    I used my vaccum sealer to protect some things like a knife and multi-tool from rusting. This way they stay sharp and ready
  14. Billv

    Gas Caddy

    Many marinas don’t allow you to fill yourself due to liability reasons. You may want to check first
  15. Billv

    Part needed

    I just ordered two covers from YTmarineproducts.com
  16. Billv

    Flag/Burgee options

    If you have outriggers, thye make clips to attach to the outrigger lines
  17. Billv

    Seat repair in South Jersey

    Look up “The Canvas Lady “
  18. Billv

    Full Electronics Refit on 1999 272 Sailfish

    I replaced all my 2005 raymarine equipment last year with Garmin. I love all the new faster electronics. My suggestion is to put on everything you can afford and do the install yourself.
  19. Billv

    PLEASE READ THIS AND RESPOND!!!!!

    BillV 2005 Release 2x 2005 Yamaha 250 FS
  20. Billv

    Repainting Yamaha engine cowlings?

    I would like to have my Yamaha 250HP cowlings on my 283 Release repainted. I have seen a few DIY examples on the internet but I am curious if therre are any places in the NJ/PA area to have them done professionally. I am thinking I could take them to an auto shop but thought I would see if...