I just bought an 18.5 ft Stingray; the engine is much noiser than my Sea Ray. It appears I have two options: (1) Sound insulation on engine cover and (2) Muffler. Is West Marine's option good? Do I mount over the current spray-on sound-proofing? Adhesive or hanger? Any thouhgts on mufflers...
I own a 2006 Stingray 185. Stingray's bimini is a short bimini, too short to permit standing. Can I buy a stand-up bimini from another manufacturer for my boat?
I am considering buying a Stingray 195 bowrider. I am concerned that the Merc 3 liter 135 hp I/O will have enough power for short day-trips and skiing. I currently own a 160 Sea Ray (1989) with the same engine; it meets our needs perfectly. We never pull more than one skiier. I read one article...
I am considering buying a Stingray 195 bowrider. I am concerned that the Merc 3 liter 135 hp I/O will have enough power for skiing. I currently own a 160 Sea Ray (1989) with the same engine; it meets our needs perfectly. We never pull more than one skiier. I read one article that said a boat...
I am considering buying a Chaparral 2004 18 ft I/O with 13 hrs of operation in salt water for one year. It had bottom paint so it may have been on a mooring or slip. I will be using the boat in fresh water. The boat appears to be in excellent shape. I do not see any exterior salt water damage...
I am considering buying a Chaparral 2004 18 ft I/O with 13 hrs of operation that was kept on a mooring in salt water for one year. I will be using the boat in fresh water. The boat appears to be in excellent shape. I do not see any salt water damage. The boat is 150 miles away so I can't...
