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Makes me wonder how the 218 is selling. Was there really a need for a 218, or was it an experiment to test the market for updated WAs? For my use case, the 270 still checks more boxes than anything else out there in this size class. A Worldcat DC comes close, but not at that price point for...

Reviewing these photos reinforces my theory that the GW transom sealing method was outsourced to the Kindergarteners of Greenville, NC. While respectable for an hours worth of "arts and crafts" time, it comes up a bit short for a premium boat builder. By chance did you find any evidence of...

Someone in THT had a smoking deal on twin df200aps out of NJ. $17k I believe.

Looks like everyone has provided great advice. When I went through this on my boat, I used a harbor freight battery syphon pump that would reach to the bottom of the tank. In my case all of the crud/sludge and water settled to the bottom near the pick-up. I was able to selectively suck out the...

Solutions from behind the keyboard are always easier!

Maybe try a rigid strut in the rear instead of a strap. You will need to replace some parts, but at least that way you can stand it up in the back and put the boot over it. I assume you might be smaller in stature. I'm 6'1" with a good wingspan. For me, I would remove both straps from one side...

Ammo-like plastic boxes are available for cheap at Cabela's, or Amazon in different colors and sizes. They are air tight. I don't have to deal with salt water corrosion, but they do keep things dry.

What prop? If it is a 4 blade and it is mounted too low, the torque from the prop will create a list at speed.

Any update?

Damn. Such a snowball effect from a bad decision. So many futures impacted.

Rich kid. Probably prescribed drugs by his Dr. to counter the horrors of Affluenza. He'll be free and back at it in a month. Future politician in the making.

Nice write-up Chris. Thanks for sharing. Great improvement. Too bad about the lowers being in the water, but it looks like this isn't new to you. I'll stop complaining about my $3/gallon fuel prices. :)

Congrats Chris! We need to see photos of the business end of the boat! Are you sure that fuel flow was for both engines?

Clean your connections. I've had connections that looked clean enough that I'd bet the farm it wasn't the issue. Cleaned them anyway, and it fired right up. You didn't mention what engine or how old, but it is pretty rare for a late model Japanese starter to quit. Also, how did you verify the...

There was a guy with a 36 GW something at a GW club event last year. He thought his trip sharrows were the cats meow, but I think he was a bit out of touch the cost/benefit of the purchase. As stated, you won't see performance benefit to make it worthwhile. What the owner bragged about was how...

Interesting tech. This statement and the diagram that followed don't seem to align: 3. Place the generator such that the muffler faces towards the wind and the exhaust goes in the opposite direction of any nearby buildings or cars. Also it would seem that the generator would only shut down if...

Dennis, I sincerely appreciate you posting this info. People need to be aware of the risks. Most of them can be minimized or eliminated if one understands the why behind them. If one doesn't, don't use a portable.

Unless your AC has an excessively high start up current, I would think a 2kw unit will suffice. I would think the unit for a 272 would be a lot smaller than a 330 and requires a lot less juice. The portable generators aren't without their risks, but many of those risks can be minimized further...

I'm sure any 2000W portable unit will work, but be sure to have CO detectors in your sleeping area. Be aware naysayers will tell you you could die of CO, electrocution, HIV, and fire - all at the same time because portable generators are so dangerous. ;)