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    Central Vacuum installation in cruiser

    I'm currently restoring a 1989 Four Winns 315 Vista and contemplating the installation of a central vacuum unit with two inlets; one in the **** pit and the other in the cabin. Are there "code" requirements for the installation of such? My concern stems from a conversation I had with a web...
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    Marine electrical code vs residential grade

    I'm restoring a 1989 cabin cruiser and installing new wiring for both DC and AC along the way. I have a couple of questions related to the AC stuff: 1) Is there a difference between AC wiring used in boats versus AC wiring used in residential? ​2) Should plastic or metal boxes be used for...
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    Anyone know who makes these port windows or where I might be able to source them?

    I'm restoring a 1989 Four Winns Vista 315. The long windows above the hull are in pretty rough shape. I'd like to replace them if they are still available. I can find no markings on them. Any help would be appreciated! ​Frank
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    Anyone know who makes these gauges?

    I'm restoring a 1989 Four Winns Vista 315 and it's gauges are showing their age. Does anyone know who makes these gauges? I'm thinking that the manufacturer may make newer generation gauges that can use the current ending units. Thanks! ​Frank ​
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    Anchor/Housing Related

    I'm currently restoring a 1989 Four WInns Vista 315. I'm replacing a lot of with new parts as I am currently painting the vessel. Can anyone provide me with some direction as to how to find a white roller replacement since this one is cracked apart in the center and has had better days? I f you...
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    Newbie to Generators - restoration project

    Hello, I'm restoring a 1989 Four Winns Vista 315 that came with a generator. I've not had a generator in prior boats so I need some coaching and education. My first question is related to a Vernalift exhaust that is currently installed. How does one know if it is working properly or not...
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    Has anyone used a pinstripe remover such as this?

    Napa paint swears this will easily take pin striping and adhesive off with no damage to gel coat. Anyone have experience using a similar one?? Frank
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    Mounting new thru-hulls; to bead or not to bead?

    I'm in the process of restoring a 1989 Four Winns 315 Vista, just painted the hull and wanting to replace all the brittle sun beat thru-hulls with SS ones. The hull is now dark navy blue and I'm hoping the SS thru hulls will help bring some "sizzle." My challenge: as my picture shows, there is a...
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    Newbie = Hull painting advise needed

    Hello - I purchased a '89 Fourwinns 315 vista that I planned to paint and modernize the look of the boat by painting the hull a dark blue. After failing to find someone to paint the boat at a budget that I could afford, I decided to undertake this project alone. I have gotten myself in a pickle...
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    Inside cabin plywood

    Hi, newbie here with recently purchased 89 Four Winns 315 vista. I'm gutting the cabin and wanting to rebuild. Can marine grade plywood be used or is their toxic risk, I'm not wanting to lay on a bed area that may have toxic risk like pressurized lumber if there are any similarities. Second...
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    Seeking owners/prior owners 1989 Four Winns 315 Vista

    I recently purchased this boat from a liquidator and starting to restore it. I'm looking to identify members who earlier owned this model boat or currently own. Can any members direct me to those who they know own/owned this model boat?
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    Newbie - seeking 1989 315 Vista owners/former owners

    I recently purchased this boat from a liquidator and starting to restore it. I'm looking to identify members who earlier owned this model boat or currently own. Can any members direct me to those who they know own/owned this model boat? Thanks! Frank
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    Newbie - Guidance on Blowers and blower hose placement

    I recently purchased a 1989 Four Winns 315 Vista from a liquidator and I'm restoring it. There are 2 blowers in the engine compartment that are disconnected and I need some guidance to replace and install them with new hoses as some things do not make sense to me. I will post pictures tomorrow...
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    Repair options for companionway hatch

    I recently purchased a 1989 Four Winns 315 Vista that has a sliding plexiglass hatch (looks like plexiglass) that is molded. The sliding hatch was held into the sliding frame by screws that are drilled through the cover. This cover has broken glass around the screw holes. Can these covers be...
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    Newbie - What to service on 1989 OMC Cobra outdrives

    I've recently purchased a 1989 Four Winns Vista 315 from a marine liquidator. The engines have less than 200 hours on them. The boat has not been in the water for 5 years. Part of my deal with the seller is the outdrives are to be fully serviced. They are Cobras and NOT King Cobras. I'm...
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