Hello all,
In 2016 I bought 2 matching 2003 GTX limited models with super chargers with approx 130 hours on each. Both machines have ran great since I’ve had them in terms of the engines. Just before purchasing them the previous owner had them fully serviced including new wearing rings in the...
Hello all. I have decided through process of elimination that my 1995 Rinker Captiva 212 OB is in need of a new steering cable. It has a Mercruiser 4.3LX with a Alpha one Gen II drive with the power assist system. Earlier in the season, my steering became quite stiff. I disconnect the cable...
Hello everyone. I'm having an issue with a water pump that I'm hoping someone else has some experience with. We have a Silverton Aft Cabin Cruiser with twin Mercruiser 350 Mag Bluewater Inboard engines. Two years ago we installed new impeller kits including wear plate, rear housings and...
Mercruiser Alpha one Gen II drive
Hey guys, just got in from work and was walking by the boat when i noticed a small puddle of gear lube under the concrete. I wont have time to pull the drive until tomorrow but I wanted to see what you guys thought the source of the leak was. I crawled under...
hey guys, Im having some issues with you engine/outdrive that Im hoping someone can help me with.
95 Rinker 212 OB
Mercruiser 4.3L V6
Mercruiser Alpha 1 Gen 2
Gimbal bearing 1 year old
u joints never replaced (I've owned the boat for 4 years)
Let me start at the end of last season. On the...
Hi all, I have 2003 mercruiser 4.3L in 21' OB that I'm having an issue with. I have noticed this over the past few years and would like to see if there is a fix. I have noticed that a small amount of oil collects on my intake. I presume that this is from vent hoses that run from the valve...
Hello all, I am sure one of you guys are going to have a definitive answer for me on this one. I have a 03 Rinker 212 OB with the Mercruiser 4.3L / alpha one drive. I have had the boat probably 5 years now. I have had some starter noise issues for about three of those years. I am finally...
Hey guys, I have a 21 ' Rinker Open Bow that I have decided to put a Bimini Top on this year. I can't decide whether l want a 4 foot top or a 6 foot top. I plan to mount it to the factory locations on top of the side windshield. I have concluded that I need a 36" tall top but can't decide on...
Hey guys, I have a 95 Rinker 212 OB and I am thinking about adding a bimini top this year. I have custom made 1 piece cover that came with the boat. If/when I install a bimini top, I am either going to have to have a new cover made to allow the bimini mounts to stay in place with the cover on...
We have a Silverton 322 Aft Cabin Cruiser that has a fore and aft head. last week when we went out, I noticed that a strong waste odor was present in the salon after just a few minutes. The odor was present all day until we returned to the marina. Once there, the smell went away after a few...
Hello All, It has been quite some time since I have last posted on here. I'm sure you guys have a great answer for me on this one. I have a Silverton 322 Aft Cabin Cruiser. It has twin 5.7 Bluewater Merc's with a battery for each. It is also equipped with a Kohler 6.5 kw genset with another...
A few weeks ago I winterized my boat. As part of my normal procedure, I topped the fuel off and added plenty of stabilizer.
Before I go any further, I need to say, I have a 1995 Rinker 212 OB with a 40 gallon aluminum fuel tank mounted under the deck, just forward of the engine. The gas cap...
Well here I am, with the wife enjoying possibly the last 80+ day of the year. I can't help but bounce around ideas for my flooring project next spring. I am currently standing on marine plywood with carpet in my 1995 Rinker 212 OB. I have a few problem areas that include soft spots in the...
Hey guys, I recently installed a set of Nauticus Smart Tabs on my 1995 Rinker 212 OB. I did a ton of research and even went as far as calling the company to speak with them about the installation on my boat. The customer service people were extremely helpful and fully answered all my...
Hey guys, here is this week's issue...I went last week to the gas station and filled the boat with fuel. I just ran it until the pump kicked off. I got in the water and my fuel gauge read 3/4 of a tank. I figured that maybe the nozzle had just stopped prematurely. I went back to the gas...