1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

ThndrSki

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Here's pics of the rig I'm working on now!

Doesn't look like many people post to this Baja forum here.....
 

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anthonyet

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

I have the same boat. mine needs work
 

ThndrSki

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

I have the same boat. mine needs work

What does yours need? These are great boats, very powerful package (small boat with a 350) and can pull a water skier out like nobody's business! Do you have the service manuals and everything for yours?
 
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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

I just picked up the same boat, but my title says 1996 model
it has the 25 anniverary emblem on the back
did they make them 2 yrs?
what's up?
thanks
 

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

I just picked up the same boat, but my title says 1996 model
it has the 25 anniverary emblem on the back
did they make them 2 yrs?
what's up?
thanks

I checked my title and it does say the same, 1996. I thought it was a '95 as that is what year the Mercruiser in the boat says it is when you cross reference the serial numbers....

I don't have any other info on this boat as the PO didn't have any of the books, etc. Do you have any of those? What options are on yours? 5.7L V8?

Mine screams! I love it.
 
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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

5.7 L magnum
I don't know what options were. Has middle cushion for bow and a full bikini top that you can stand under.
I have the mercruiser operation and owners mannual and just bought a SELOC service manual
No baja manual
Boat runs about 53mph
How fast is yours?
 

ThndrSki

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

5.7 L magnum
I don't know what options were. Has middle cushion for bow and a full bikini top that you can stand under.
I have the mercruiser operation and owners mannual and just bought a SELOC service manual
No baja manual
Boat runs about 53mph
How fast is yours?

Mine says about 55 on the Speedo, but I've yet to run it with myself and a low level of gas....

Need to download a GPS app for my phone and see what the real numbers are....
 

Piece715

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

Not tryin to be rude but some may jump at ya for this one... its a Bimini Top not bikini...

Great looking boat! I'm a tinny owner myself... What type of work ya doing on her? Shining the gelcoat? Floor soft? transom/stringers rotted? Is the middle glass missing from the windshield?

Best part of DYI boat projects... You get to make her ur own ;) Good luck to Ya!
 
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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

Mine says about 55 on the Speedo, but I've yet to run it with myself and a low level of gas....

Need to download a GPS app for my phone and see what the real numbers are....

got the boat just past 60mph last weekend on speedo
trimmed up while racing some jet skis and other boats
still had more mph in her, but ran out of lake
this boat is a blast!
 

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

I justed picked up a 1995 180 islander for $500 that needs engine and outdrive.....but everything else is there and in pretty good shape.....can't wait til spring!!0711112002.jpg
 
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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

Hi
What do the two ACC switches on the dash operate on this boat?? I cant figure it out. I might have the fuses missing or something.

96 188 baja islander 25ann edition

Thanks!
 

ThndrSki

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

I'm pretty sure those are lights that illuminate under the driver and passenger consoles. I will look and double check next time I'm on mine, but I know there are lights under each one that illuminate.
 
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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

Hi
I was hoping the acc switches went to lights. Mine must be missing or burnt out. Do you have a fuse panel diagram for this boat?? or know which fuse goes to the lights????
Thanks
Jason
 

emilsr

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

I'm pretty sure those are lights that illuminate under the driver and passenger consoles. I will look and double check next time I'm on mine, but I know there are lights under each one that illuminate.

Welcome to the Baja club!

Usually those lights will be labeled "Court Lights". It isn't uncommon to have unused accessory switches....our current Baja has 2. This allows you to add things like a GPS speedo recall, additional lighting, etc.
 

ThndrSki

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

What prop dimensions/pitch are you running?
 

Tubingluvr

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

Tubingluvr,

What engine do you have in yours?

no engine yet, bought the boat with no engine or outdrive.....still undecided if i am going to keep it original and put a 4.3 back in or a 5.7, I am leaning towards the 4.3 though considering fuel prices
 

ThndrSki

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

Mine is a 25th Anniv and it's original with a 5.7 and so much fun! Power to weight on that boat is awesome!!
 

Tubingluvr

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

Mine is a 25th Anniv and it's original with a 5.7 and so much fun! Power to weight on that boat is awesome!!

Mine is also a 25th anniversary edition but mine is a 180 and came with a 4.3lx
 

KyHeadhunter1

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Re: 1995 Baja Islander 188 25th Anniversary Edition

Hello all, I am Jim.

I just bought a 1995 Islander 188 with a 350 Mag and an Alpha 1 drive. I got the boat cheap but it has been in storage for the last 5 years. It was professionally winterized before it was stored, but it was stored outside with its cover on and was never opened up to air out. The moisture that was trapped inside the cover destroyed the interior, which is not that hard to replace in this particular boat, but I would like to get her fired up and take her out for a test drive before I spend a bunch on cosmetics. I have taken the carb off and have it soaking in paint thinner to dissolve the varnish. After I get it back together I will fire her up on the muffs and if all seems well, I will head to the lake for a test run. My problem is, the boat don't have a prop on it now and I don't have a clue what size it would need. Would you all running the 350s in your Islanders post up your prop pitch, diameter, and type (stainless or aluminum) please so I will know what to get?

She needs a good buffing and polish job, but here's a pic of the old girl:

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