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    How to read posts - sometimes the size is too wide

    Can someone explain what i need to do to be able to read posts without scrolling my screen back and forth? this isnt all posts, is it me or the site or the poster? Is there a setting on my computer or the sight or any help? thanks dave
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    New Suzukis on 1989 Sailfish?

    Ive got a 1989 Saifish 252 G. Twin 2002 150 Yamaha HPDI'S on the bracket right now. I have redone a lot on this boat and feel like I have it set up nicely for me. Motors are 2002 150's, they have around 1500 hours. Blew a piston on one and had to rebuild the power head, at the time I didnt want...
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    Replacement LED nav lights for 1989 sailfish

    I've read all the threads here and got me more confused :( I would really like to find some replacement green and red navigation lights with LED bulbs that would come close to the same footprint as the original lights. The old light fixture itself is in OK shape, but the lens is cloudy and I'd...
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    Latch to keep stove up 1989 Sailfish

    [attachment=0]IMG_1111.JPG[/attachmenThe latch to keep my stove folded up against the bulkhead broke. Any one ever find a like for like replacement? I tried one from WM made by Whitecap (S-0054C) but it won't do the job. Old one has markings on the back looks like "DC" and the number "2021 A&B"...
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    1989 Sailfish anyone know how to remove fresh water tank??

    1989 Sailfish 252G. Fresh water tank is leaking about half it's water, draining into the bilge. It doesn't look like it is a hose, as far as I can see. I think it must be cracked, or maybe a screw or something rubbed a hole in it. I have removed the access panel between the live well and "Aft...
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    Where to install 2 transducers on sailfish to add side-vu

    I need to add another transducer to my 1989 25'Sailfish with twin outboards on bracket. I have a TM150 transom mounted just starboard of the keel. I'm looking to add a side view (gt30). Port side of keel I have the water pickup, so I don't think I would be able to mount there because of...
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    Advice on replacing broken canvas snaps on aluminum hardtop

    My 1989 Sailfish 252 had snaps on the hardtop support aluminum tubing when I got it. They were old and not taken care of, but most of them were useable when I had isinglass enclosure installed. 2 years later, I need to remove and replace a lot of them. It looks like they are riveted to the...
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    Electric Trailer Jack Install

    Well I got tired of cranking the trailer tongue up when un-hooking trailer from truck. Honestly was wearing my shoulder out, and I'm not getting any younger! I bought an electric jack from Northern tools, 3500 lbs capacity. http://www.northerntool.com/shop/tools/ ... _200381584 (Trailer tongue...
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    Help! Mounting radar on hardtop - Sailfish

    I am waiting for my new Garmin GRM18XHD radar to be delivered so I can install it on my 1989 25' Sailfish 252G. Does anyone have any experience with a radar installation on this boat? I'm wondering what kind of mount you used, if any, or did you mount it flat on the hardtop. I do trailer the...
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    Replacing Toilet on 1989 Sailfish

    My boat (1989 252 sailfish) has an old toilet installed -(portapotty type)- and the bellows pump for flushing is leaking. There is not a maceator pump installed, the Y-valve was rendered inoperable by previous owner I guess to prevent inadvertant discharge. It does have a hose from the Y-valve...
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    hpdi cooling- waterpump-flushing help

    Hi all. I have 2- 2002- 150 hpdi's which had rebuilt powerheads installed by previous owner and have less than 20 hours. I rebuilt both waterpumps with all new parts. One engine (starboard) has given me an alarm on muffs once but not when on the water. Today the one engine (starboard) gave a...
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    Sailfish wiring help

    On my 1989 Sailfish I am trying to repair the issues I have with the wiring that feeds the nav lights, wipers and horn. Any one have any information about accessing these wires without ripping out ALL the overhead liner/carpet? If I knew how they were routed it would make it so much easier to...
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    1989 sailfish fishbox drain hose replacement...HELP??

    Ok. So I figured out access to all thru hull hoses except how in the world do I reach the (starboard) fish box drain? Anyone have any tips? I'm thinking the only option is to cut access hole but where? Maybe right in the cooler next to the drain? Any thoughts? Thanks, Dave
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    1989 sailfish scupper and seacock questions...

    I'm currently working on getting my just bought 1989 252g Sailfish seaworthy. I need to replace the deck drains including scuppers (and hoses). Right now the scuppers are white, with metal deck drains. Wondering whether to go back with the "plastic" scuppers or bronze. Do the bronze thru hull...
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    1989 Sailfish 252G drains and thru hulls questions

    Hello all. Began work on my "new to me" 1989 Sailfish 252G. I have gotten alot of great information here. I have a question about the drains located forward and outboard of the helm seats. Neither of them drain, I tried using water pressure from a hose to see if it was just a little clogged but...
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    Overall length boat with trailer?

    I am waiting to pick up 1989 25' sailfish with twin 150 HPDI's on bracket. Could someone give me an idea of the overall length of this boat on the trailer? Its a continental trailer, dual axle. I am trying to get a fence setup before I get the boat here and its a 2 1/2 hour drive to go get a...