Official 19SPX/21SPX/SPX190/SPX210 Thread

Hey all, what’s the trick to using the Mercury oil drain hand pump to extract engine oil from the 4.5? Just tried using the one I purchased and shredded the gasket inside the pump, it never even offered to start pulling fluid. I also don’t see anything in the instructions about priming the pump in any way. Watching the Mercury YouTube video for doing an oil change just said to loosen the oil filter, remove the dipstick, and attach the pump to start pumping. Nope. Any thoughts? Did I just get a bum pump? I have the 802889A1 model pump. Is there something else I should use?
 
You probably just got a bum pump. It should not need to be primed, but I would also guess that if the sealing washer were all dried out it might fail.

I had one years ago and ended up giving it away. Just couldn't take continual hand pumping to get the oil out. I ended up with an oil boy that had a hose to stick down the tube, as opposed to attaching it to the fitting on top. A few pumps and it drew a vacuum and sucked out all the oil by itself.
 
Tmt, did you warm the engine up well, first? If it was cold, that could have been another reason for the problem.
 
I did warm it up by running it for about 15 minutes. But then it set for another 10 of 15 before I got around to get set up for pumping. I will say that when I first operated the hand pump it felt like it was sticking. That was probably the seal shredding itself.

I just decided to by a pneumatic operated pump off the web. Supposed to be here this week so hopefully that will do the trick.
 
tmt502 said:
I did warm it up by running it for about 15 minutes. But then it set for another 10 of 15 before I got around to get set up for pumping. I will say that when I first operated the hand pump it felt like it was sticking. That was probably the seal shredding itself.

I just decided to by a pneumatic operated pump off the web. Supposed to be here this week so hopefully that will do the trick.
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I feel like all of them are hit or Miss. took me about an hour yesterday with a topsider.

let us know how the pneumatic works, been looking at them.
 
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tmt502 said:
I did warm it up by running it for about 15 minutes. But then it set for another 10 of 15 before I got around to get set up for pumping. I will say that when I first operated the hand pump it felt like it was sticking. That was probably the seal shredding itself.

I just decided to by a pneumatic operated pump off the web. Supposed to be here this week so hopefully that will do the trick.
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If it was chilly outside, and (assuming) only running on a hose for 15 minutes, that oil could have cooled down enough. But with that weird feeling you're talking about right away, that leans more towards (or in addition to) an issue with the unit.
 
Well it’s time to say goodbye to our 19SPX. Question for those who trailer. The new owner is taking delivery Sat. I have always kept the boat dry stored at our Marina. We have a mooring cover but have never actually had to use it. Is this suitable to trailer with? Is it easy to attach/use? Any pointers would greatly be appreciated.
 
Bridog said:
Well it’s time to say goodbye to our 19SPX. Question for those who trailer. The new owner is taking delivery Sat. I have always kept the boat dry stored at our Marina. We have a mooring cover but have never actually had to use it. Is this suitable to trailer with? Is it easy to attach/use? Any pointers would greatly be appreciated.
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I'm not sure if there are any intricacies with the OB cover by the motor, but I believe the mooring cover is supposed to be good to trailer.

It's got two support poles, there's a Velcro system that allows it to include the Bimini while it's installed with clips on the nylon strap hidden by the Velcro.

The pockets for the cleats are pretty useful for getting it in place. We work from front to back, hooking the pockets on the corresponding cleats. Once you have it all on and pull it down over the rub rail, there is a ratchet in a zippered pocket by the motor that cinches down the strap that secures it under the rub rail.

If your concerned about it blowing off, I think some straps to the cleats through the pockets would keep it from shifting too much in high winds.
 
GATORB8 said:
I'm not sure if there are any intricacies with the OB cover by the motor, but I believe the mooring cover is supposed to be good to trailer.

It's got two support poles, there's a Velcro system that allows it to include the Bimini while it's installed with clips on the nylon strap hidden by the Velcro.

The pockets for the cleats are pretty useful for getting it in place. We work from front to back, hooking the pockets on the corresponding cleats. Once you have it all on and pull it down over the rub rail, there is a ratchet in a zippered pocket by the motor that cinches down the strap that secures it under the rub rail.

If your concerned about it blowing off, I think some straps to the cleats through the pockets would keep it from shifting too much in high winds.
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I've trailered mine from NJ to FL with the cover on. I always put a couple of ratchet straps over the top and attach them to the trailer as an added precaution. Never had any snaps even come loose.
 
ENstig8or said:
I've trailered mine from NJ to FL with the cover on. I always put a couple of ratchet straps over the top and attach them to the trailer as an added precaution. Never had any snaps even come loose.
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I haven't had any problems with the snap on covers towing a couple thousand miles.

I believe he's talking about the over the rub rail mooring cover that doesn't have snaps. I have one, but haven't towed with it yet on long distance. It did not have any problem at ~40 mph from storage to my house for maintenance, though.

Edit: The cover pictured here: http://www.clubsearay.com/index.php...x190-spx210-thread.81557/page-34#post-1187601
 
GATORB8 said:
Picked up the OEM mooring cover, and pleased with the quality.

I reached out to Great Lakes Boat Top who did the stock canvas and they connected me with their sister company Westland Covers who did the mooring. This is the Sea Ray part number they pulled from my HIN.

It’s synthetic, definitely not canvas. Came with two support poles and two built in vents. Velcro pockets to make it around the Bimini, flaps for each cleat so you can tie through it. Ties down with a sewn in strap the tightens via a ratchet in a zippered pocket in the stern.

Right around 600 shipped. They custom made and shipped in about a week.
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Yes thanks that’s the one. Can you fold the Bimini top down when trailering or leave it up like in the photos? Thanks again
 
Bridog said:
Yes thanks that’s the one. Can you fold the Bimini top down when trailering or leave it up like in the photos? Thanks again
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As a mooring cover it can be used with the bimini up. When on the highway we always put the bimini down so I don't hit any low flying trees. No problem.

We ordered ours as an OEM option when we ordered the boat. It is indeed a Westland made cover, as indicated by the label sewn into the hem.

There have been questions about highway travel. The vents on the back side are positioned quite similar to the "Vac-u-Hold" covers on our jetski. In other words, the faster you go, the tighter the cover gets sucked down. I can't confirm that since we have not had it over 65 mph.

Another comment question is regarding the material. The canvas option list on the SeaRay "build your boat" web site indicates that it is Sunbrella. Putting the fabric next to our (advertised Sunbrella) OEM Bimini, you can't tell the difference.
 
GypsmJim said:
As a mooring cover it can be used with the bimini up. When on the highway we always put the bimini down so I don't hit any low flying trees. No problem.

We ordered ours as an OEM option when we ordered the boat. It is indeed a Westland made cover, as indicated by the label sewn into the hem.

There have been questions about highway travel. The vents on the back side are positioned quite similar to the "Vac-u-Hold" covers on our jetski. In other words, the faster you go, the tighter the cover gets sucked down. I can't confirm that since we have not had it over 65 mph.

Another comment question is regarding the material. The canvas option list on the SeaRay "build your boat" web site indicates that it is Sunbrella. Putting the fabric next to our (advertised Sunbrella) OEM Bimini, you can't tell the difference.
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Thanks Jim. I’m hoping the ski pylon doesn’t have to come out
 
Bridog said:
Thanks Jim. I’m hoping the ski pylon doesn’t have to come out
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There's a hole in the cover that lines up with the pole.
 
Taking delivery of my 2021 210 SPX on April 23rd cant wait.

Does she come with an anchor?

also curious what the draft is on plane with the engine trimmed up I have the outboard (200 merc)
 
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Mpeck22490 said:
Taking delivery of my 2021 210 SPX on April 23rd cant wait.

Does she come with an anchor?
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Reputable dealers include ALL safety equipment, a 1/2 dozed PFDs, mooring lines, anchor and line, flares, docking pole, etc, etc. That should all be specified up front. In my case, I negotiated a bigger discount because I already had all that stuff.
 
Mpeck22490 said:
Taking delivery of my 2021 210 SPX on April 23rd cant wait.

Does she come with an anchor?

also curious what the draft is on plane with the engine trimmed up I have the outboard (200 merc)
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On smaller boats, the anchors are not supplied by Sea Ray. This is typically a negotiation type thing between you and your dealer - along with other safety equipment and whatnot.
 
Great my purchase is also through Marine Max. Do they provide anchor bags?
 
If you have an anchor for emergencies and just because it's a requirement, then by all means put it in a bag. If you use it regularly, like we do, don't bag it. The bag is a perfect place for mold to grow and smell really bad.

The logical place is under one of the bow seats. It's carpeted in there so no noise or rattling around. Personally, I will only use a rubber coated anchor because it is less prone to put a scratch in the boat.
 
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