230 ov

I just purchased a new to me 1998 230 Overnighter with a 5.7 L 250 HP and Alpha One drive. The boat only has 250 hours on it and runs great. I had it checked out by a repuatable marine mechanic before I purchased it and had him install a new 3 blade aluminum prop 15x17 i think. I took the...

My 1995 230 OV 5.7 has a problem that has gradually worsened over two years. When I quickly throttle up the engine backfires, now to the point it will not get on plane. With a very s-l-o-w throttle application it will ultimately plane, but it takes a deft throttle hand. Maintenance items like...