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    Extend flush hoses to transom?

    Has anyone extended the hoses on this flush system to the transom? The port engine port isn't too bad, but the starboard is a muscle spasm in the lower back waiting to happen. Would be interested in routing and fittings used on the transom. TIA
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    Baltik 7.5Ft - Keel?

    Getting mixed signals from the Baltic folks, one guy says all their models except 6.5 have inflatable keel, other guy says only 8.5 and above. Anyone have a 7.5 that can confirm inflatable keel like this...
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    Weaver mounting plate dimensions?

    For anyone that has the Weaver quick kit mounting plates, pls respond with the width of the "U" slot and height of the insert area. TIA
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    Best option to protect steel?

    I'm fabricating a dinghy engine cradle using std steel for mounting above the swim platform. I know stainless is the best option, but very costly. What would be the best option for coating/painting/protecting the steel?
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    290DA: Digital Sounding Advice Welcome

    My 290 has a Raymarine C70 Nav/GPS. Desire to add digital sounding capability for offshore and freshwater use. Not interested in drilling a big hole below the waterline and had problems with thru hull mount on previous boat, so looking at transom mount options: 1. DSM30 (600W) with Airmar P66...
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    Gelcoat repair - Opinions?

    I ended up a little sideways on the first attempt at landing on the trailer. I caught it early but not before the hull encountered a carpeted bunk at an odd angle. I was able to polish out most of the bunk residue, except for the portion of the "V" shown below, about an 8in x 1in abrasion...
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    New Boat - Trailer Issues: Who's Responsible?

    A week ago I bought a new boat (2008, not a Sea Ray tho I own a 240SD) with a 2007 Pacific Boat triaxle trailer. Today I took the rig to the trailer manufacturer who fortunately is only a few miles from me. Primary issue is cracking on the sidewall of the tires on the port side. I did...
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    Surge or Electric/Hydraulic?

    Pending 290DA purchase includes galvanized triaxle trailer with surge disk brakes. Using 09 Silverado Duramax/Allison 2500HD 4x4 as tow vehicle. After hearing my plans to do some long range towing, boat dealer suggested converting surge to electric over hydraulic, especially for hilly...
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    Purchasing a 2004 300DA...Advice Welcome

    This would be my first boat, though I have several years of experience on friends 240SD. The boat is currently stored on the trailer at broker location. Broker/ad states less than 20 engine hrs, used infrequently in fresh water, near new condition, et al. Significant options include 5kw gen...
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    Trailering a 300SD?

    Trailering a 300DA? My first post, pls be gentle :smt001 I'm looking closely at a 2004 300DA with very low fresh water usage, about 30hrs on the engines (they are asking 80K). My plan would be to trailer the boat to my home, about a 200mi trip. I realize I'll need oversize permits and such...
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