Adding a cleat what to do?


When docking I noticed that the ropes are to large to fit my cleats. So its time to add bigger ones but here is my problem. I noticed that on some of the cleats you have to add a backing plate to the underside. My Mako does not have this access the cleats I have are held on with 4 Philips head screws. Do...

Contender vs. Contender vs. Sailfish


My brothers and I have kinda narrowed down our choices to a newer Sailfish 218, a newer Contender 21 or a slightly older Contender 23 (as long as it has a newer engine) What are the pros and cons of each and which would you choose? A newer Cape Horn 21 might be in the mix too, but they are kinda hard...

2005 suzuki 4 stroke outboard motor


Here’s an interesting article from 2005 suzuki 4 stroke outboard motor : Having a problem with my 2005 suzuki outboard – hoping someone can help me. I am located in the North Shore Area – Peabody, MA. Continue here: 2005 suzuki 4 stroke outboard motor Do you have the best available...

Crushed cowlings… Need help


Apparently this morning a 80 ft Mangusta ran over my cowlings (pics later today), in a marina, trying to dock…There were two witnesses, both are in the process of dealing with cops and marina about statements. Owner of boat has been contacted but was out of town having his captain transport. Do...

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