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Last minute Key Largo trip - I’m wondering if anyone has rented a boat for a day in Key Largo? Any contacts for decent boats? Suggestions on reefs/places to go for the day? many thanks, J

Last minute Key Largo trip - I’m wondering if anyone has rented a boat for a day in Key Largo? Any contacts for decent boats? Suggestions on reefs/places to go for the day? many thanks, J

Im hoping to get a picture of the current water levels for the public transient slips in New Buffalo. The link below is a web cam - I’m looking for an image of the slips closer to the Harbormasters building on the South end. Can any locals help...

I've read up on the gymnastics required to change the coolant - but I want to be sure I purchase the correct type. Currently, the coolant is pink - and about 5 years old. Can someone confirm that this would be the correct fluid? Prestone Dexcool...

Any suggestions on places to anchor near New Buffalo? We will be staying a few days in the transient slips, looking for any good places to take the family for swimming. Thanks! JD

I'll be installing a Magma Pedestal mount on the swim platform of an 06 340. I plan to drill the 6 holes larger than required, fill with West System Six10, redrill and fill with 4200, stainless hardware, fender washers, and locking nuts to secure. 2 items of concern: 1) Has anyone had any...

Launch day is fast approaching, so I've spent some time putting together our ditch bag. I thought I'd share my bag for those who are interested. Additional suggestions are always welcome! We boat on Lake Michigan, both near shore as well as crossings. The bag: Attwood 20L Dry Bag Polyform A...

Hi all, Is there any problem with doing the fall oil change prior to running the boat 35miles to where it will be stored (Indoor heated)? What about the Cool fuel filters replacement, at least the water separating one? Generator? Transmission fluid? Just trying to get as much out of the way...

Hi all, 2006 8.1 Horizons Engine starts ok, maybe slightly slower than other motor, but certainly starts ok. It then idles around 650RPM. Cruises fine, develops power fine. However, if left in neutral and set to 1000 RPM, the motor surges in the 800-1200 RPM range. I've attached a video...

Hi all, 2006 340 with 8.1 Horizon V-Drives. Freshwater only (Lake Michigan). I noticed an air leak (I believe only air) at what looks to be a gasket on the bottom of the elbow. Is there a spacer between the elbow and riser that would have a gasket that could leak air? Is this common? There...

Hello all, thanks for all of the information as I've been reading the forums for quite some time, but this is my first post. 2006 Sea Ray 340 with 8.1's. After starting the starboard engine and idling for a couple few minutes, Smartcraft will emit a single beep, the starboard engine will surge...