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  1. WazzuCMGrad

    Exploring a new stretch of the Columbia River

    Mike: I think it's super shallow from vernita down around white bluffs and old town hanford. I fish at white bluffs and can't get further upriver in my 205. Depths down to 2-3ft... YMMV. Hope this helps. Perhaps the Whaler could make it but I only see jet boats try it.
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    A scary night on the water last night...

    Having had my 205 on those waters, I can vouch for GFC that there's a great many folks operating boats of all types (blow and power) out there that either don't know the navigation rules, ignore them, or are otherwise altered. People forget that rivers (even mighty ones like the Columbia)...
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    205 Sport thread?

    Please let me know how the boat responds. I'm highly interested in doing either this, or an updated 5.3L/327 once my 5.0L finally says it's had enough, or my bankroll grows inversely to my ability to not upgrade! I've always felt a 350 or similar in this boat would make it an absolute beast...
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    205 Sport thread?

    Oh, and the 23 1/2" dimension is from mount to transom fiberglass (on the inside). I hope these were helpful.
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    205 Sport thread?

    Hope this helps - all photos from port side: Note: The Service Manual notes that all motor mounts for 5.0 and 5.7/6.2 are the same. Only difference might be where the mount ends up on the structure. I believe the trapezoidal piece my mounts are installed on is solid, and designed to take the...
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    205 Sport thread?

    I'll check for you sometime this week or weekend. photo too. Any specific shots or angles? By the way, the 4.3L V6 is just a 350 w the front 2 cylinders chopped off? My FIL is a big Chev mechanic...
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    205 Sport thread?

    Jerry - typically the 305V8 and the 350V8 have common motor mounts. I don't have the boat easily accessible at the moment, but I'm almost sure they share mounts. Getting a picture of the mounts might be difficult, and may not tell you what you need to know. One more thing; I don't think a 350...
  8. WazzuCMGrad

    Buying first boat and need advice

    Play the cash to your advantage (by not telling your dealer) - take the note, make sure there's no early payoff penalty, and let the dealer get some juice (some of which may be passed along to you). Then, pay it off once the deal is done. Personally, with what you've described to me, I would...
  9. WazzuCMGrad

    Buying first boat and need advice

    1) Buy a gently used boat (2014/2015) and get a survey - you'll save tons of $ 2) All the Sea Ray dealers are nearly monopolistic; be prepared to travel a distance to play one against another. There's only 1 authorized dealer in Seattle; have to go to Portland or Spokane to get to the other...
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    for user Jerry D

    The cover has a cord that goes all the way around itself at the bottom that can be tensioned to be very, very tight. No straps needed between that and the HangTyte to keep the cover on.
  11. WazzuCMGrad

    for user Jerry D

    Image per Request (your PM box is full, BTW): The cover works great, fits well, and I use a Hangtyte on top to keep it taut. No issues in recommending it to others. Will finally have it professionally cleaned and re-sealed this fall (almost 4 years in the elements). Good luck.
  12. WazzuCMGrad

    Long term storage

    Tony at Speedway Marine is the guy I was trying to get information for. 15008 Smokey Point Blvd, Marysville,WA 98271. Phone 360-658-1288. Good luck!
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    Long term storage

    Not 100% sure on them because I haven't used all of them, but Checkered Flag Marine is one within your range of hours, the other is Allison Marine in Kent which is 2-2.5h from Oak Harbor. Checking on another guy up in the Arlington/Oso area, don't have that info yet.
  14. WazzuCMGrad

    Trailer for 2005 220 select

    I'd start with the Shoreland'r website. You can search for your boat, and they'll provide their OEM trailer match with all of the dimensions and such that you'd need. Good luck!
  15. WazzuCMGrad

    180 SPORT - WakeTower install

    Hi, Pete: I did this on a 2004 180 Sport. If you bought a factory tower, there is already reinforcement in the fiberglass for it. You can always add more if you think it's best. The bimini that is in your picture won't fit with a factory tower; plan to sell it and buy another that mounts on...
  16. WazzuCMGrad

    2006 vs. 2007 Sea Ray 175

    Glenn's comments above are correct...that said, it doesn't seem from looking that there are any major or noticeable changes from 2006 to 2007 for the 175 Sport. If you're deciding on which to buy (just guessing), go as new as you can. Hope this helps, and good luck!
  17. WazzuCMGrad

    205 5.0 fuel consumption

    Here you are - looks like you're right on target with the chart and your running conditions! http://www.boattest.com/article-print/testresults/577 HTH
  18. WazzuCMGrad

    Bimini hardware

    OEM parts are from TACO Marine (no joke). Look at FPMarine online, and others to find OEM biminis, or build your own. The ball ends (that mate to your brackets) are available in lots of places. Good luck!
  19. WazzuCMGrad

    2006 205 Sport Questions

    They uprated the 205 in the 2013 timeframe iirc, but no noticeable changes in the actual craft. Check the plate; 8 or 1100 seems right.
  20. WazzuCMGrad

    2006 Sport 205 5.0 mpi Engine Temp

    Our 205 runs about 185 on the gauge and closer to 170 with an IR gun.
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