I believe the motors were extra, but the $250k included the removal/replacement and gears and all of the other ancillery stuff.
It depends how extensive it is. If you go with similar or the same HP you can keep shafts, props, struts. I saw Jarret Bay repower a 72' Jim...
Fabrica is a very good brand found on most yachts. Try Ronnie's Carpets he only deals in yacht carpeting in Fort Lauderdale,fl
I'd say 10k hours on 396's is rebuild time. I would wait till a failure and yank those smokey, stinky and expensive to maintain engines out and...
Well, stop running it hot before you blow it up. It's most likely the raw water impellor needs to be changed. A lack of water flow can...
Not a problem. I know your delivery is still a few months away. Just let me know.
No idea, I've never seen any yard use any gel. Was it blue? If so it could have been FSR but that stuff is pretty mild I think. All of the...
I am no fan of jet tenders, and would go outboard anytime I could. But, the old Nautica's with the yamaha 2 stroke waverunner motor were total...
US's EPA regulations on diesel cars and trucks are very harsh and I believe the diesels have to meet higher mandates here than in Europe. Look at...
The Easiest way is to hire a professional. 3M makes good compounds, you're going to have to find what grit works and then work your way finer,...
I would stick with the same diameter you had, to work the math you also need your gear reduction......you also NEED your current pitch. Then just...
You want to see the size and amount of blades on your old props and WOT rpm, consult a good propellor shop like frank and jimmy's in fort...
No, do not use Silicone hose on the suction side. You only want to use marine exhaust hose with wiring.
Sent him my resume, references, etc. a few weeks ago. Never heard another word from him. Guessing he's shopping Captains as well as he did yachts!
You don't need to scrub the grain out of it, just get a doodle pad and lightly brush it across the grain.....it's the chemicals that really do the...
Sure, I've got the PERFECT mate job for you. The Water Taxi in Fort Lauderdale is hiring mates, perfect!
It's backing up that's the issue and docking. The newer Arneson boats have gotten a little better. But in reverse the thrust mostly washes...
I was speaking more of the credibility of the OP. I've been managing a 59' Baia with Arnesons for over a year. So far no issues with them....
I don't know of a way. Perhaps soapy water, but pretty sure the diesel gets into the plastic and is there to stay. Provided the tank comes out...
I've never had an issue with regular sea strainers. One advantage to them in addition to the plates is if you dock in shallow sandy water or run...