Recent content by island andy

I am reading this thread with great interest. Maybe others can learn from my misadventure, and I, in turn, can learn from others. A previous owner had installed a bilge pump in the sump just forward of the transom which also has the drain plug orifice opening into it. There were screws used...

Doug, Of course I agree with everything Bob has said. We have a 22 cruiser and use it for day trips in southern Georgian Bay with, often, 5 or 6 people aboard. People tend to move about and assigned seating is inconsistent with happy passengers....... I have found trim tabs and a Permatrim on...

https://detroit.craigslist.org/wyn/boa/ ... 24579.html Now on Detroit area Craigslist...... andy

https://www.sailrite.com/search?keywords=awning%20rail Here is another source, including plastic versions, which will accommodate the curve of the roof. andy

clarification: When I cited load of 800-1200 ibs, that was total people and gear but excluding fuel, and standard stuff like anchors etc

David and Val, I have been thru this exercise, so here are my opinions for what they are worth. First, there is a lot of info online. One reference which helped me with a step wise approach was: http://www.veradoclub.com/index.php?topic=137.0 We have a CD 22 with a 2007 90hp Etec. While a 15"...

Ahhh. Nevr Dull Magic Wadding. That takes me back. I used it to polish up the aluminum wheels on my '56 BMW R-50 motorcycle in around 1966. Made those wheels shine. andy

John, Welcome to the 30,000 islands! We have a 2007 90 hp Etec. So far a good motor. Certainly, if your nearest Etec dealer is distant, makes sense to go with a brand which can be serviced locally. We have a cottage on an island near Honey Harbor, ON, in southern end of the 30k islands. The...

And Evinrude/BRP, the smaller +/- < 20hp are rebranded Tohatsus. Can't swing a short-tailed dead cat with out hitting a Tohatsu...... We have a 3.5 and a 6 hp and both are very nice little motors at least in first 3 yrs of ownership. andy

Yes. We boat in southern Georgian Bay/30,000 islands. The bottom is granite and very unforgiving. In addition, water depths can go from 50' to 1' in the length of the boat. An offsetting advantage is that the water is very clear so shoals can be seen........if the light is right......and if...

Mark, very cogent discussion of your problem and solution. I would also second....ahh.......third the idea of requiring the posting of the resolution of problems discussed. I wonder if you are using that curse of small engines, ethanol adulterated gasoline? For a low consumption engine such as...

I can give you my experience with a 6 hp Tohatsu long shaft hung directly on the transom, starboard side. Lightly loaded, with light wind <10 mph, at about 3/4 throttle, the motor will push the boat at about 6.5 mph per gps. I figure that is about hull speed. Under those conditions, the boat...

I, too, endorse your offer to purchase and I am intrigued by your transport plan. Be sure you check with Uhaul for compatibility of their hitch with "your" trailer's coupler. If the trailer light connector is not compatible, there are adapters available. If the trailer has electric brakes, I...

Jim, Writing instruction manuals clearly must be a real art! Doug gives a great description of the process. To clarify my original description, the bracket with the screws which protruded into the front of the fuel tank on my 2007 was added by a Previous Owner to hold, perhaps, a boathook or...

Jim, I removed my fuel tank cover this summer. I understand your frustration. Here's what I did and what I found: When I first encountered resistance, I applied silicone lubricant to the sliding surfaces. Next, I forced the cover toward the midline of the boat, as you did. I discovered...