Total hrs, maintenance logs, general condition of boat, condition of all mechanical equipment ect. You can tell alot by all the little clues.
More info on motor and tranny would help the crew explain possible issues
Sea chests can be an issue if boat is kept in areas with mussels. The constant water flow from ac pump allows them to grow inside box. They break...
Yes it is, really kind of sad.
Bearings and seals all work together, if one part of the system is flawed they both fail. My examples above all have bearings and seals, deal...
Manufacturing water proof seals that are durable is not difficult or new technology. We run 4000 psi hovers for pressure cleaning concrete...
Do a search, there's lot of issues with these motors and drives. Don't look for any help here, according to a few loud voices the problems are all...
Yes innovate but that doesn't translate to reliable
And just when I thought you've turned a corner you say that. Can't stand it when someone has a differing opinion? My writings are based solely on...
I didn't use the joystick, found it gimmicky. Lots of water moving and gears shifting for little horizontal movement. To get boat to maneuver...
It's $ 54 k.
It's not just about expense, it's about reliability. I want a drive system that will minimize the chance of breakdowns. As an engineer I fully...
I had 2014 version E and still had lots of issues. Not a motor to buy IMHO.
OB nailed it. Banks know the economy will do fine for next 12 to 24 months but after that it's all up in the air. They want that loan staying...
Good info OB thx for posting.
My cat dealer said the same thing when we got her new. I carry a spare but have never used it.
The captains of Oregon inlet know what they're doing and in my opinion are some of the best waterman I've met. We follow their instructions as...
They are used when traveling from Pirates cove to the inlet. 8 miles of shallow and narrow water, lots of markers, so the boats follow the lit up...
We use both fishing out of Oregon inlet. Light bar on if your lead boat, spot light controlled by mate and kept on next marker. They have their...
I completely agree but you must speak softly or the outboard anarchist will come and brainwash you.
