Recent content by shay_mcquaid

Ok, I had a short weekend out on the boat... Come to find out the outdrive is full down and unresponsive. I was told by previous owner (PO) that it worked. I thought the guage was inoperable:smt009 Seems like I can get some more RPM out of Her when the trim issue is sorted. Is that...

Wow. I really appreciate you guys' input! Had to work this weekend so plans on visiting the marina are postponed till next week. Too bad too,perfect weather. I'll investigate more fully next weekend. Thanks again. What was the original prop pitch/dia.?

Thanks for looking. I just bought a 1981 Sea Ray 260 SRV Sundancer. Mercruiser 228. Title says 260 hp. I was quite suprised at how slow it was. 14 mph on gps @ 3000 rpm 17 mph on gps @ 3300 rpm (wot) I realize it's a heavy boat but jeez! Should it be faster? I know it had...