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    272 grady waste system

    Thank you for the response. The tank is empty. but when I use the handle to flush it spits into the starboard area under the aft berth. It was full and the pump boat sucked the head from the starboard deck plate. This was the first time I had the tank pumped. The next time I went out it was...
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    272 grady waste system

    Help!! I have a overflow in my waste system. ( 1997 272 sailfish) I went out with a few children and found out they used paper towels to wipe themselves. The toilet paper is under the sink in the head and i can see that it is not in view so.... I took apart the entire starboard panels under...
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    So whats the deal with renaming a boat?

    As I see it, if you make the boat better than before you purchased it,(Used of course!!) by all means its yours and your name should be such. Unless of course youe see a black cat crossing your path as you apply the decals :D
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    Sailfish Fuel Tanks

    I also have a 1997 sailfish and my tanks are in fantastic shape. Have to be vigilant about keeping deck plates and seals clean. There should be no water on top of tank. if so the deck plate needs fixin. I also think the tank is up high enough from the bottom so it will stay dry. If I repower...
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    replacement seat base

    Hello, What a weekend. Lots of boating and somehow the aluminum base under my seat cracked. This is the piece that is bolted to the bottom of the captains chair. There is an oblong white plastic knob you can turn to tighten. The crack is vertical and runs the entire length of the base. Is...
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    are all tw3 oils the same

    I have twin yamaha 225 ox 66 hours unknown
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    are all tw3 oils the same

    I just filled my 2 stroke tank with Penzol "Synthetic" TW3 2 stroke oil What does the term synthetic mean and i noticed my west marine oil tw3 does'nt say synthetic. am i in for trouble?
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    1998 Sailfish fuel fills...which is main and which is aux?

    on my 1997 272 sailfish the fore is main and aft is aux
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    black specs in topside gelcoat

    Thanks i did not think of that. I will try it
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    black specs in topside gelcoat

    I have tried everything and even scrubbed with a green pad Barkeepers friend mary k fiberglass restorer simply green mixed and concentrated bleach diluted and straight collinite fleetwax 3 m restorer looks like we be painting!!!
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    Outboard Fresh Water Wash

    I change my stats every 2 years regardless. I was wondering if the salt could actually clog the head. i do notice some cristalization? on the stats when i anuall inspect them
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    Outboard Fresh Water Wash

    This is a question i had too What do you do to rinse the salt out of a 1997 225ox66trx? I spoke with a yamaha dealer and he said"DO NOT RUN MUFFS WITH ENGINE TILTED UP!!! what do you think
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    black specs in topside gelcoat

    Thanks!!! I thought i was the only one. I did mix 10%bleach and water and it worked well on almost everything. I didnt want to go too harsh either. The prior owner never cleaned the bildge!! It was discusting down there and i could only powewr wash so much with the design of the hull. I did...
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    black specs in topside gelcoat

    Hello, I have a 1997 272 sailfish and there are black specs on the floor and the walk around area? they are very small but i want my boat WHITE I scrub but they do not come out. any suggestions on what to use? Thanks
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    Bolster Cushion Material

    just ordered mine today search past posts and there is a well listed discription of the process and place to get it. fabricwarehouse.com 3 yrds "seaquest roll and pleat in chalk, plus shipping to Rhode Island $65.94 beaconfabric.com 1 pk 1/4 in ss staples (1000ct) plus shipping $ 20.13...
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    Fogging a Fuel injected engine

    I warm engine, pull plugs, spray crc foggin oil into each chamber for 5 seconds, turn engine couple times w/o plugs. replace plugs. I heard someone say you should spray the outside of the head with something? does anyone do this. Also I have never drained the vst for lay up. I was told never...
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    Trim gauge ?

    I was wondering with my boat 1997 272 sailfish with T225 2 stroke yamahas , Is there a gauge or indicator that would allow the user(me) to see exactly what the angle or degree the tab is in. I have a gauge on the trim of the engines but sometimes when under way, someone will move and I am not...
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    HPDI VS 4 strokes

    Thanks legend That was what I was looking for. Trying to extend my range. :lol:
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    HPDI VS 4 strokes

    I guess I asked the wrong question. My main objective is to get the most fuel efficient engines for my set up I think I am around 1 NM per gal @ 3600 rpm. Does this sound about right with a 272 sailfish not heavy loaded with 3 guys average in weight. This limits me from the cannon fishing...
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    HPDI VS 4 strokes

    I own a 1997 272 sailfish with T225 yamaha ox's (thirsty little buggers) 1 Considering better fuel economy 2 thinking about T200's I cruise around 3600 rpm@25knts now and thats fine with me 3 with the T225 my scuppers are below the waterline and I dont like this. This year in Southern New...