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Earlier this summer my 2016 VP 350 with closed cooling was throwing a code for the port bank running lean. I had the code cleared and it didn't come back. Last week I was changing my oil, warmed the engine and found that the port exhaust manifold was much hotter to the touch compared to...

Hi all,teri I have a VP 350C, 2016. The battery switch is 3 position, off, 1 and both batteries. I put in new batteries this year and am having difficulty getting the starter to turn over. Specifically, on cold start, with the switch on battery 1, the starter will not turn over, when trying...

Hi all, I recently saw a 2020 267 that had a bimini. The frame for the bimini was much stronger than other biminis I've seen, and I'm guessing the tubes were 1.5" diameter. Any thoughts on how I can find out who might sell those frames. I've looked on line and all I can find are the...

Hi all I'm thinking about adding a windlass to my 2016 H260. Four winns sells a kit that, from the pics, looks like it is designed to have the anchor just under the anchor locker hatch, with the windlass attached to a bracket that mounts where the anchor would sit in the locker. Just...

Hi all, I've recently purchased a 2016 Four Winns H260. My previous boat, I winterized myself by draining the block and pour antifreeze into the hoses. New boat has a 350 volvo with a closed cooling system and heat exchanger. The (red) engine does not have the valve that can be opened to...

Hi all, I suspect this is a long shot, but I was just wondering if anyone on the forum has ever had an bottom work done at the Port Henry Marina. I'm not going to trailer anymore so I'd like them to do some bottom paint removal (I've already removed most of it since we were trailering), and...

Hi All, when winterizing last fall, I pulled the brass drain plugs at the end of the riser and as they were draining, I noted that the port side (5.0GL) drained a bit slower than starboard. I stuck my pinky in there and could feel a bit of scale inside the riser at the bottom of the drain hole...

Hi all, I recently saw a very small amount of oil in my bilge, maybe 1/4 cup total. My mechanic suspects it is a leak from the crankshaft pulley, he looked at it briefly but is pretty confident. I haven't had a chance to ask him yet, but if this is the case, will it require engine (1998 OMC 5.0...

I'm thinking about taking on a small project boat. 2000 Four Winns 18' Horizon with a v6. The outdrive is missing, from the pics I'm pretty sure it was a volvo but not sure which model. The transom assembly is in place as are the hydraulic arms for the trim. The owner believes I could...

Hi all, I have a 6 gallon, under the toilet holding tank that pumps out. Last time I did a pump out, I had some problems getting it to empty. While there is a chance there was a problem with the pump at the station, I also thought I saw what I expect was a paper towel that was placed into the...

I'm planning to do some preventative maintenance on my 98 Four Winns 238 Vista, and want to replace the shift cable which is gradually getting stiffer over the years.... Anyone have a ballpark idea of how many hours to replace for good mech??

Hi all, had to switch mechanics at the end of last season and had a new guy winterize. I called him today to double check on his process and it doesn't sound like he did any lubrication as my previous guy did. While I'm going to consider looking for a more thorough mechanic, I'm also going to...

We have a 1978 Columbia 9.6 that we bought recently. When we had it brought out of the water for the season, I was looking at the prop. In comparison to other boats of similar size in the yard, our prop looks dramatically smaller. Its the only 2 blade prop that I see amongst boats of similar...

Hi, On Rt. 22, just north of Whitehall NY, there is a public launch ramp that I"m thinking about using this weekend. In looking at a google map pic I notice that there is a railroad trestle that goes over this section of the lake. Before being able to enter the canal and go either north or...

Hi all, just giving some thoughts to some preventive work this spring when I have my 98 Four Winns readied for summer. I'm the second owner of the boat and have had it for 3 years. I've never had a problem with either of the V belts and am considering having them replaced at the start of the...

Hi All, I haven't posted much to this forum and have always been appreciative of feedback given. Just a quick question about forum informal rules. I recently had some service done at a local marina, I found out, after the service was completed, that some of the outdrive repair was 'farmed out'...

Hi all, I'm looking for some parts for the Volvo outdrive for my boat. Can anyone recommend good sources of used parts? Thanks in advance. Keith

My father has recently bought a project sailboat, a '78 Columbia 9.6. It has not been in the water for the last two years and we are trying to get it sorted out and into sailing condition. I've noticed some cracks that I suspect leak some water into the interior of the boat. One set of cracks is...

My father has recently bought a project boat, a '78 Columbia 9.6. It has not been in the water for the last two years and we are trying to get it sorted out and into sailing condition. I've noticed some cracks that I suspect leak some water into the interior of the boat. One set of cracks is...

Hi, just wondering if anyone has any info about the Mossy Point launch facility in Ticonderoga. Anyone know if its ok to park trailer and car there overnight?? Thanks in advance. Keith