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    Smart Tabs SX first impressions.

    WOW!!! What a difference these things make. I could not believe how much smoother the boat rode in chop today. I have the 60lb actuators set on the softest setting and the boat was great in the chop and seemed to be much more stable and nimble. I also noticed that the boat tracked straighter on...
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    Smart Tab SX install went WRONG!!!

    So I got the trim tabs in today so I started to install them when I got home from work. Well I lined the first hinge up with the bottom of the transom and marked the holes. I drilled the holes and removed the tape and everything looked great with no cracks. I started all the screws and then...
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    Trim Tabs SX ordered...Any advice on install

    Well I ordered the Trim Tabs from West Marine and they said they were in stock so I think I should have them by this weekend. I will be installing them myself so I wanted to know if anyone has any suggestions or warnings before I attempt this project. Ive never drilled a hole in a fiberglass...
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    Looks like rain off an on all weekend...

    Well here in north Texas it doesn't look good for our weekend on the lake. Thanks to Alex we have been dumped on! Hope to get out a little tomorrow and then the weather should turn around for Sunday and Monday according to the local weather forcast.
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    Smart Tabs SX on a 2006 or new 185 Sport?

    I've been really reading up on the Smart Tabs SX for my 2006 185 Sport and it looks like Im going to order the 60lb actuator. For those that have them installed on a late model 185 did you go with the 60s or 80s? Also do they really help with the bounce as advertised in choppy water? This would...
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    Best method for choppy conditions?

    My local lake is largest on the south end and the wind is usually out of the south during the summer but most of the boat ramps are on the northern half of the lake. Since the lake is usually choppy on windy days you either have to go all the way south to find smooth water or like most you go a...
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    Any suggestions on how to clean the bilge?

    The resent talk about oil in the ski locker has got me thinking I need to clean my bilge area. How and what would you use to clean the bilge area? I just bought my boat and the PO did not take great care of this area of the boat and it is fairly dirty. I gues I just need to climb in there with a...
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    Wakeboard tower and bimini question?

    Does anyone know what aftermarket tower will work with our factory bimini top with little to no modification of the bimini?
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    Removing stickers from gelcoat?

    I want to move to the boat number stickers to a different location but when I removed them it left a sticky residue. What would be safe to use on gelcoats to remove the mess without damaging the gelcoat?
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    Correct battery charging procedure?

    I know im full of questions but I'm new to boat owning so here is one more. Is it a good idea to charge the boat battery before a long weekend? If so do I have to disconnect the battery from the boat to charge it? Thanks in advance.
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    Speedometer help

    Well I checked the hole in the outdrive and even pulled the hose off the speedometer and blew thru it and bubbles came out the outdrive. At this point Im guessing the speedometer itself is bad but would like to know if anyone has any other ideas or suggestions.
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    Sustained speed question in 185

    How long is it ok to run across the lake at 4500 rpms? Is it out to run from one side or the lake to the other for 8 to 10 minutes at 4500 rpms? I have a 14 3/8 x 18 prop and it gets out of the hole very well but top speed is about 45 mph at 4800 rpms. Is it ok to turn 4300 to 4500 for 5 to 10...
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    Mounting second battery in 185 sport?

    I think I just might try and install a second battery tohight before the weekend. Can I mount the battery box on the floor nest to the original battery? Do I just drill pilot holes and screw the box down? Anyone have pics of the install by chance? Thanks!
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    Installed the sub in my 185 Sport

    Well after asking if it would be ok to install the Bazooka tube in the engine hatch I decided to put it under the front left seat. I installed the new head unit first and then mounted the tube and ran the wires and cables i needed. Right now I only have the one battery but I think it will be ok...
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    Audio equipment under engine hatch?

    I came across a new head unit (Kenwood KDC-MP342) and Bazooka tube for free today. I installed the head unit no problem but the only place I could find to mount the tube was under the engine hatch next to the gas tank on the passangers side. Does anyone see a problem with mounting this tube...
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    Help with 185 Sport purchase

    I'm looking at a 2006 185 Sport with 37 hours that a couple is selling here in the Dallas area. The boat was winterized last year and whenI asked if they had it summerized this year they told me all that was need was to put it in water and let it run to flush out all the antifreeze. Does this...
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