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JimG said:
Correct, a two bank battery charger... sometimes referred to as an AC converter. Only charges the batteries when on shore power or when the generator (if equipped) is running.
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And that’s a new one. Good to see new parts on a boat, means PO took care and upgraded when the chance arrived.
 
JaydubyaSR190 said:
I think I have a manual on how to operate the head. I'll check there first for that.

Now, I have AC outlets in the cockpit and I think in the cabin. Is it safe to assume I have an inverter somewhere?
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My 120 is only active when generator is on or plugged into shore power, pretty common.
 
WV 320 Dancer said:
There are all kinds of maintenance items that you will need to look after to keep everything on the up and up such as cleaning you AC filters, looking after your shower sump to keep it cleaned. Keeping water in your batteries. Looking after all the fluids in the ER. Cleaning out your water tank to keep it smelling fresh. The 260 was a very popular boat and many members on this forum have owned one. Ask away. BTW I have a brand new never used aft canvas for a 260 in tost if you need one.
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And his new battery charger supports any type of battery, so I would recommend AGMs or better, and one less maintenance item, no checking the water levels.
 
Gonna head over to the boat and try to get some things done. Gonna try the water system to see if it works. Can't really check the A/C until I get to some shore power. Gonna check all the fluids, I know I need to add fluid to tilt trim reservoir and check the trim tab fill too. I'm assuming it's okay to put water muffs on the outdrive to try and start the motor? That's the most anxious part, just seeing if ther motor will fire.
 
JaydubyaSR190 said:
...Can't really check the A/C until I get to some shore power...
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Remember that to use the AC the boat will need to be in to water. The AC pump make take a little help to prime before it starts flowing water to. Without the water flow from the AC pump the compressor will overheat.

-Kevin
 
THRILLED!!! Motor started and ran smoothly with little effort to get it started. But I did notice this....
The exhaust bellows on smaller boats look kinda like an accordian... flexing in and out with the trim of the outdrive. Is this supposed to be open like this? Looks like it is made for the outdrive to fit into it as it is lowered. No indications of tearing and no clamps or marks to indicate it should be connected to the foot.
 

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northern said:
You will also need tools. A cheep box set of sockets and ratchets for $100 is a good start along with a set of screw drivers. I once got advice from a retired navy mechanic that if an item fails buy 2 and keep the second as a spare. We boat in remote areas so parts are critical. If you boat in areas where a tow and a marina are near spare parts are not as critical.
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A $100 set from Costco or Sams is the perfect tool kit for your boat. Add a few screwdrivers, pliers and electrical test tool, and you are set.

MM
 
JaydubyaSR190 said:
THRILLED!!! Motor started and ran smoothly with little effort to get it started. But I did notice this....
The exhaust bellows on smaller boats look kinda like an accordian... flexing in and out with the trim of the outdrive. Is this supposed to be open like this? Looks like it is made for the outdrive to fit into it as it is lowered. No indications of tearing and no clamps or marks to indicate it should be connected to the foot.
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That's great that it started up for you!

Yes, that exhaust bellows looks correct. The shift boot looks a bit gnarly on the end... but it's not a good picture of it to be sure.
 
northern said:
You will also need tools. A cheep box set of sockets and ratchets for $100 is a good start along with a set of screw drivers. I once got advice from a retired navy mechanic that if an item fails buy 2 and keep the second as a spare. We boat in remote areas so parts are critical. If you boat in areas where a tow and a marina are near spare parts are not as critical.
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Good advice!
Home Depot sells Husky tools. You can put together a decent set to keep on the boat for relatively cheap and the quality is pretty good. I keep a tool bag full of them that I’ve collected over the years on my boat.
Avoid the hand tools from Harbor Freight. Wrenches, sockets, screwdrivers, etc.. They are real junk and will probably fail you when you need them the most.
 
JaydubyaSR190 said:
Guys, lol. I have tools.
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I have a full toolbox/collection at home too. Boat tools are different. They stay on the boat all the time so they’re there when I need them. They’re functional, but not expensive because it’s not uncommon to donate them to the water Gods.
 
Never heard of water gods but so true. Whem my daughter was 15 or so she want to help and we were tightening bolts on the outside. I was using a Meketa dill to tighten. She offered to help. Bot got tigntened and drill went in the ocean.
 
northern said:
Never heard of water gods but so true. Whem my daughter was 15 or so she want to help and we were tightening bolts on the outside. I was using a Meketa dill to tighten. She offered to help. Bot got tigntened and drill went in the ocean.
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Don’t feel bad. I’ve offered up several hand tools and pairs of reading glasses to them over the years and last year I sacrificed an iPad.
 
It is common to make these sacrifices and Neptune will return the favor with safe seas. (At least thats how I justify it ;))

-Kevin
 
JVM225 said:
I have a full toolbox/collection at home too. Boat tools are different. They stay on the boat all the time so they’re there when I need them. They’re functional, but not expensive because it’s not uncommon to donate them to the water Gods.
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That's the ticket...

MM
 
PLUMBING ISSUES
The shower drain is leaking under the floor, can't even see this fixture from the shower sump area.

Head is leaking where water source enters.

Cabin sink stays on, valve is shot. Where can I get new faucet?
 
Any recommendations on where to find a replacm ent faucet for the cabin?

The leak in the shower/had is a little crack in the corner, not the drain itself, so some caulk should fix that.
 
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