Recent content by Sanibel Life

I just purchased 2 new engines for me 290 SLX. I had steering issues and it turns out the only way to permanently fix the problem is remove both engines, replace the transom assemblies and put everything back together. Because it is the same cost to Install new or old engines, I went ahead and...

To Craig: Yesterday I removed the fuel cooler supply lines and flushed the last remaining obstruction in the lines. No difference was made. I began to remove the S-hose for inspection and diagnosis, but could only get the top bolt off. I will be back tomorrow to give it another try. Still...

to TXRDHOG, I would like to hear more about the upgrade to the 502. You did it yourself? Is there anything you would do different now that you have had it while? Simrad? etc?

To Craig...Thank you for this picture. Is this inside or outside? Motor removed or outdrives? I have heard the stories about this problem. The only problem is that this problem seems like it would come on slowly and not in one use 1 week apart. How did yours happen. You guys are awesome!

Thank you for your quick responses. Espos4, about 350 hours on the motor. Original manifolds and I know what the general consensus is on this subject. I had them out and tested them. They were very clean. I could always hand touch them and no hot spots when running after they were reinstalled. I...

Thank you for such quick responses. Happy Dayz, I must have missed this in the line. I will go back and check it and report back. Thank you for taking your time and for the suggestions.

Great job on a nice and necessary thread. Many of us wrench turning boat owners see the impeller replacement as annual maintenance to keep from throwing impeller chunks and all that fun. Positive displacement pumps like these are self priming, which means they pump air or water..or ketchup...

How good did it feel when you found this?

I have a 2006 290 SLX with twin 350 mag MPI motors with Bravo 1 drives. I recently developed an overheating issue that I cannot overcome. It began by running well while on plane but would overheat when I returned to idle (manatee zones). I was able to overcome this by backing down slowly on this...

Sorry, Also SystemView.

Search SmartView instead of VesselView. Cheers!