Cover is removed exposing carbs. Once carbs are uncovered, remove the linkage so you can unbolt them from the motor. Each carb has 2 nuts, which must be removed....
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For those of you who may be new to this boat wheel bearing game, let me share some words of hard learned wisdom, to hopefully prevent you from winding up like so many boats I see every year on the side of the road with the wheel and hub missing....
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Hey folks, thought you'd be interested in seeing my completed LED Night-lighting project. The intent was to project the light down-ward to identify the perimeter of the boat while anchored and fishing at night. I am always a little uncomfortable moving around the boat at night and wanted have my safe boundaries lit up to help keep my bearings....
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I bought a new XPress modified-V 1756 in March of 2001. From the very beginning I have had problems with getting the boat to plane when alone in the boat. It was worse when there was a passenger sitting on the rear bench seat. The boat would porpoise even with the motor tilted all the way down. I contemplated the cause of my problem and drew the following conclusions: The boat is rated ...
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There are written rules which specify who has the "right of way" in meeting, crossing, or overtaking situations on the water. These "Rules of the Road", or NavRules or Colregs, should be reviewed and complied with. But the cardinal rule, above all others, is that the skipper should use every means at his or her disposal to avoid collision....even if it means breaking every rule ever written....
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For the courtesy of others and to prevent rushing, prepare your boat for launching away from the ramp. ~ Check the boat to ensure that no damage was caused by the trip ~ Raise the lower unit (remove supports) to proper height for launching so that it will not hit bottom. ~ Remove tie downs and make sure that the winch is properly attached to the bow eye and locked in position. ~ Attach a line to t...
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This article continues answering a recent question asked by a reader of my articles. It will cover the basics in what you need for fishing tackle and proper boat set up. We have already covered in article #1 the boat, electronics, downriggers and rod holders. Article #2 rods, reels and diving planers. Let's now go into tackle not previously covered.Planer boards are a definite must for tro...
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Used wellcraft boats are utilized throughout the United States and known for luxury, performance and fishing. Wellcraft has been building boats since 1955. They build quality family and sport fishing boats. Wellcraft is known for its performance, innovation and style. Their line up ...
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Used sea ray boats are very popular in the United States. Sea Ray is currently the world's largest manufacturer recreational boats. Models and types of sea rays range from 18 to 68 feet in length. Sea Ray produces over 40 models ranging from small runabouts to large cruisers over 60 feet in...
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Bayliner, a Brunswick Corporation brand and a member of the Brunswick Boat Group, is the acknowledged leader in recreational boating. Over the years, the boating industry has seen many companies come and go leaving customers without access to parts or service. Bayliner, on the other hand, has made providing quality products and services to their customers priority one for more than 45 years a...
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When operating in fog be aware that visibility can drop drastically. When visibility is between 30 and 150 yards objects, including other boats, may appear twice as large as normal. The illusion also tends to make you think that they are approaching at a much faster rate than they actually are. Steering a straight line without a compass... Many a sm...
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