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    Estimated dealer cost of upgrades

    Hi, We are looking at a pre-owned 26ft FW. We would like to add some upgrades, which will be done at the local FW dealer. I am not looking for exact figures just ballpark estimates as to how much the work would cost (so we can take into consideration / cost): 1. Adding a windlass (Lewmar or...
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    Adding a EVC computer to VP 5.7 engine

    Hi, We are considering purchasing a used boat with the 03 VP 5.7 280hp engine with DP drive. It's a 26ft cruiser and it does not have a fuel consumption / trip computer. How difficult would it be to add the EVD or similar computer that measures fuel economy? We would have to do it through a...
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    Volvo Penta 5.7OSi/XDP Problems?

    Hi, We are looking into purchase a 05 FW with VP 5.7OSI and the XPD drive. Googling the XDP VP drive lots of threads come up outlining the problems with the drive. Should we stay away from the XPD drive or are these exaggerated and can be managed? Thanks
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    Recommendations for a surveyor in MA?

    Hi, We are looking to purchase a boat in the MA vicinity and wondering if anyone has a recommendation for a good boat surveyor (and also someone who can survey the engine). Kind regards, George B.
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    What do you think about this FW 268 Vista?

    http://boston.craigslist.org/sob/boa/1975883164.html Hi, My parents saw a 05 FW 268 Vista (119 hours) that they are interested in. They said its very clean when they went to see it. The seller is a 2nd owner and he's downgrading to a smaller boat. We will of course do the survey of the boat and...
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    First time Used Boat Buyer Checklist

    Hi, My parents are first time buyers looking at either a used (03-06) 24-26ft cruiser. Though I am not around, I would like to help them out with the actual purchasing process. I found listing of brokered boats and will send them over to see what they like. 1. Locate the boat they like 2...
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    Quicksilver Cruisers?

    Hi, In a marina near by (here in Europe) I noticed an interesting 20ft Cruiser with a small cabin. Its called a Quicksilver 640 Weekender with outboard. I though Quicksilver was an American company however I am surprised I have not seen these types of cruisers in the US. I also noticed that...
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    Fuel Efficient Cruisers

    Hi, Does anyone know if any manufactures produce economical (fuel efficient) 24-26 ft cabin cruisers? Most cabin cruisers in this price range consume about 10-12 gallons/hour. I am willing to sacrifice some speed (willing to go with let's say 12-15kt/hour) to save fuel and operate. I know...
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    US Trailers in Europe

    ... the boat is being sent to Europe via Germany and then to Croatia. According to Germany ground transport companies there is a problem with US registered trailers being towed on EU roads, however I contacted Croatian authorities and they said it's not a problem if a trailer is US registered...
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    List Narrowed down from Entry Level Cabin Cruiser

    After extensive research we have narrowed down our list for entry level cruisers we are looking to purchase, vintage 2003+, length 24-26ft. The list includes: 1. Sea Ray Sundancer 240 2. Four Winns Vista 248 3. Chaparral 240 Sig 4. Larson Cabrio 240 5. Crownline 250 CR Overall there are about...
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    Sales tax and boat registration question

    We are purchasing a boat in the Northeast US and would like to ship the boat overseas (boat will not be driven in US waters). To avoid import tax and customs abroad, we would like to have the boat registered in the US. We live in MA. I believe there are some states where if you were to register...
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    First used cruiser / cuddy cabin: questions and recommendations

    I am following up with a post I had earlier this month as now we have a better idea of what we are looking for, our budget, etc. Basically we are looking at a 24-25 Cruiser with a cabin that sleeps 4 people. Our price range is approx. $30,000 - $35,000 hence we are looking at a 2003-2006...
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    Boating Course

    Hi, I am thinking of taking a boating course pre-purchase of a 24" ft cruiser. I know that experience is everything but would like to get a more solid classroom foundation when it comes to boating/skippering. I already passed the NH Boating exam and have a license from there. Looking online...
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    Is Boat Insurance in MA Mandatory?

    If we were to purchase a boat in MA and register it in MA but ship it and keep it overseas and drive it there, are we still required to purchase an insurance policy? I know that for a 20-25ft boat registration is about $60/year. Are there any additional registration / admin coasts in the US...
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    22 ft Cruiser: Plane Expecations (Max no of people)

    Ok, I am just trying to manage expectations to see if a bigger engine should play a factor in our purchase. So if we were to get a 22-23ft cubby cruiser with an inboard Mercruiser 5.0 Alpha I 260hp on a 4200lb boat with how many people can the boat plane with a normal gear load? I mean with 6 or...
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    23-24 Ft Cruiser recommendations for the Adriatic Sea

    Ok, we are potentially looking to get a boat to use in Croatia because that's where my family is from and we go there practically every summer. We are looking at something that is approximately 20-25ft long, prefer to have a small cabin for a couple of people to overnight. The Adriatic Sea...
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    Recommended engine for Zodiac Pro 9 boat

    Hi, We are considering purchasing a Zodiac Pro 9 boat here in MA to take and ship with us to our summer house in Croatia. I read the specifications about the minimum (40hp) and maximum (70hp) engine allowed (50hp recommendation) however we often have many people 7-8 come with us on the boat so...
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    Which flashlight do you carry on your boat?

    A general Maglite, or a special waterproof one? What about flashlights that have the SOS morse built in for night signals? Any recommendations are welcome. Thanks!
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    Marina Radio Operator's Permit

    Did anyone take this exam? I know its not a requirement on US lakes, but I see a lot of places abroad require it in addition to the Boating license. I did a little research on the FCC website: http://wireless.fcc.gov/commoperators/mp.html Pointed out to a company that administers these tests...
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    New Hampshire Boating Exam: Anyone take?

    Hi, I am going tomorrow to take my proctored New Hampshire boating exam. I took the e-course and the Online Exam and pasted. Talking to the lady she said this exam is written (i.e. no computer). Did anyone take the NH proctored exam? What is the format (i.e. multiple choice, fill in blank...
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