Recent content by FishOn

Thanks for the tips about fender stowage. I went with the holders. They do block some view, but i think tolerable. The bow railing on the 260 is relatively low so these need to be mounted more forward than is ideal. I also opted to mount them on the outside of the rail. We'll see (or maybe...

Well, I've been running it this way for 3 years. I never knew they were something I needed to check. Probably was run for quite awhile before I got it as well. I'm assuming those that use/have them must check/replace them regularly.?

Hi everyone. I'm replacing the exhaust manifolds and risers on my 2000 260DA. Upon disassembly I noticed the the "water shutters" are completely gone. My assumption is that the boat has run this way for quite awhile, well before I've owned it. Who knows where the pieces went. These are the...

Hmm, all good points. Thanks! Would be great to see some holders mounted to the relatively low railing of the 260DA.

This particular forum/thread is a bit hard to follow. Almost needs sub-threads or something. Throwing another topic into the mix. I'd like to hear from you all about solutions (and photos) of good fender stowage options on this year/model. Anyone? I like to have 4 fenders available...

Ah, I think I see what you are saying. The issue would be resulting from flex in the remaining part of the panel (which seems very stiff). If the panel is flexed then the new work would essentially lock that shape into the repair. Oy, looks like I'll be working on the garage floor. My back...

LD thanks for this information and sharing your experience. Agreed the 1708 is undoubtedly the better choice, but the 6oz. should still work, wouldn't it? Also it sounds as though you are saying that the new glass layer (to encase the core) may actually warp the existing structure? I hadn't...

Thanks LD! I'm really thinking that I'll try the foam. Maybe the R-Tech stuff. Most stores are pretty low on supplies due to covid. I have the west system 105 epoxy and a bunch of 6oz. cloth. The previous glass was about 1/8" thick so I think I need to put down about 12 layers to match...

Thanks guys! Going to look into that coosa board, if I can find it. LD you have me seriously thinking about the foam insulation.

If anyone has a suggestion on replacement core material I'd be interested in hearing. I'm thinking of using 1/2" marine grade plywood but am a little worried about the weight. I may need to change the lifting struts to accommodate it. Also I'll need to find some new insulation I guess from an...

All of the blackish colored core is rot which originated from the smaller hole on the left in the photo. It travelled quite a way. I'll post the repair process. I'd recommend that everyone check to see if these fixtures are sealed on their vessel and at a minimum use some 4200 sealant if not...

Surprisingly I wasn't able to locate any posts on this matter. I have a 2000 260DA and would like to alert members to an issue they may have as well. If you notice any springy-ness or cracking sounds when you walk over your engine hatch then this may be of interest. Also, if you don't I'd...

Not particularly sure where to post this but hope this is right. I hope to eventually post a listing of all areas of this vintage 260DA that has wood core so people know where to pay attention to. Question here is if anyone knows where on the forward deck the balsa core ends and solid glass...

Not particularly sure where to post this but hope this is right. I hope to eventually post a listing of all areas of this vintage 260DA that has wood core so people know where to pay attention to. Question here is if anyone knows where on the forward deck the balsa core ends and solid glass...

Thanks Lazy Daze for that detail! This is extremely helpful. I'm also beginning to understand what you are talking about. Getting this information from someone who has "been there" is priceless and very appreciated. Would you suggest regular plywood over treated? SBW1, good suggestion. I do...