I have purchased several ' high priced ' items in the last year. Including radar. Best prices and very up front about delivery dates. Very satisfied and have recommended to others here on the Chesapeake Bay.
:smt038 I recommend Randy Renn, Marine Forensic Technicians, 410-604-2327. 410-490-0261. As a professional captain I appreciated his approach, honesty and through written report. He was easy to work with and prompt for appointments. Very upfront about cost and gives excellent advise .
I have the 1990 280 and use 15x16 four blades and am very satisfied. Pulls out of the hole well and tops out at 35.6 mph at 4400 at end of season. Probably will run just a little better in spring with clean bottom and fresh props.:smt038
I used Randy Renn for a survey and was very pleased. His verbal report convinced me I was getting a great buy. The written report followed in just a couple of days and was even more detailed. Whatever the outcome it will be money well spent.
I found that if you stopped by or called Martek on Kent Island they were very helpful. I was contemplating the purchase of a used boat and took the unit there for evaluation. They checked it out ; gave me the info I needed [ all fine and up to date ] and only accepted my gratitude. I would use...
Just replaced one engine. Rebuild was $1975 and a new engine was $2700. Easy decision.. went with new Chevy 350 in the crate. Ordered on Monday and was delivered to my marina on Wed. AM. Call Marine Engines at 800-786-7639. My mistake was having them pull the heads and have them evaluated etc...
Try McMaster-Carr.com as they have an excellent assortment of parts. I found the leg brace hinges for the stern folding seat of my 1990 280. May take you awhile to look around on the site as the choices are extensive.
the drives are not supposed to lock. In this case they move too freely. When only one side [ twin engines ] is engaged the wheel will rotate changing the position of the outdrive and thus change the desired direction of the boat. Thanks for the feedback as I really did not make the problem...
My steering works too well. Wheel will move when outdrive is in reverse. Causes a problem getting back in my slip. Tied wheel down and was able to dock as normal. There is a small hole on the steering wheel hub. Could this be an adjustment. I need to make the steering a little tighter. Any...