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Do you know anyone that does good gelcoat repair in or near Richmond, VA? Thanks, Mike

I posted this question in the 220 Sundeck thread, but am hoping for a broader range of opinions on towing limitations. I'm considering buying an F-150 as a tow vehicle for my 6,000 lb. (all up weight with trailer) 220 Sundeck. Some 2015 F-150s list an optional Class...

I am changing the impeller on my 2005 Alpha One Gen II stern drive. This is the first time I've done it, but the previous owner said he changed it in 2009. When I removed the lower unit, an 'O' ring fell out of the upper housing. I didn't see exactly which cavity it came from, but it was...

Tabman, I have a 2005 220 Sundeck that I'm working towards putting standard Bennett trim tabs on. I've been getting some guidance from M.J. Thomas and sent him some additional info about a week ago, but I haven't heard from him again. Is he out of the office or something? Thanks, Mike

5.0L MPI. There is a threaded brass plug in the top center of the thermostat housing. Is that for adding antifreeze, or do I need to remove the hoses? It appears as though that plug would do all the hoses in one shot. Is that true? Thanks, Mike

I have a 5.0L MPI with a Single Point Drain system. The owner's manual has slightly different procedures for Boat in the Water and Boat Out of the Water draining. In the Boat in the Water section, it says to open the single point knob and then remove the thermostat housing vent plug within 30...

I am installing a fire suppression system in my 2005 220 Sundeck. According to many photos I've seen of other 220s and the location of the connector in the wiring harness, the bracket mounts to the transom just behind the port exhaust manifold riser. Does anyone know how thick the transom is...

I'm going to install a compass on my 2005 220 Sundeck. Can anyone verify that the factory optional compass is a Ritchie model F-50? Clearance below the helm looks like it might be an issue. The F-50 needs 2 1/4" depth clearance, but the vertical panel that the radio faceplate protrudes...

The winch strap on my new-to-me trailer is looking tired, so I'd like to replace it. This has led me to a lot of research that also suggests my winch might be a little undersized for my boat. Finding the "proper" size winch/strap combination is rather confusing. So in addition to any...

New to the forum, just bought a 2005 220 Sundeck. I would like to add some options that didn't come on the boat and I could use some help identifying manufacturer and model numbers if you have these options. I've found a little info on the internet, but I'm having trouble confirming that info...