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Makes my 8 quart oil changes on my Zukes look like they are worth the trade off! No timing belts.

Prototype?;) I don't have an issue with the look of a Freedom, but I favor the flexibility/utility of a WA better. I'm sure one day all cross over to a DC, but we are currently very happy with the 270.

If you look at the specs, this is a replacement for the 33. Dimensions are identical. Although not being exciting, GW has been playing the "1' itis" game for decades. Marketing teams are all about product differentiation to demand more $$. As much as I hate it, it's a proven strategy. Since all...

Well. It's here.

If your thru hulls are really shot, forget taking the nut off. Like Mindskew did on the interior drains, take a small cut-off wheel and cut the outer flange free from the ID. Take a punch and whack the inside of the flange. It will likely pop off. If not, hit it with a heat gun. A mallet...

I've used one. It got the job done and I lived to tell about it. So far there are no reviews on HF indicating death by fireball. That said, if it's dry out with zero wind, I might think twice. Also, don't get the bright idea of changing batteries near the open tank with the switch on!

The cheap battery pumps work great, but there is the potential hazard pumping out of the sending unit port. Another option is to disconnect the fuel line going to the engine. Connect a longer tube to the receiving tank, but make sure it is lower than the boat tank. Squeeze the primer bulb till...

At the very least the integrated hardtop across the line is way overdue. CNC tubing benders have been around long enough and at a price point low enough that GW should have been making better use of this tech long ago. Full windshields and removable panels would be a nice touch. Canvas flapping...

Although highly unlikely, but it would be great to see a boat builder like GW with a better reputation than World Cat but not at the price point of a Freeman get into the cat market. The hull design is ideal for a DC. Deep head to port with massive storage/small bunk starboard.

At our local GW club event over the summer, almost half the boats were 335s. Apparently it is the financial sweet spot for those who want a big DC. Wise investment by GW to refine the money maker of the line. Along that line of reasoning, whatever Pursuit model is siphoning off sales is likely...

My bet is not big based on the saturation of the boating market. What does your crystal ball say?

Found the problem. Every time I tried the washdown pump it was daylight. Got it home in the garage and turned the switch on before I pulled the pump. Nothing, including no light on the switch. Hmm. Blown fuse? Looked under the dash and saw a loose wire hanging off a switch. I saw this wire a...

Your fuel economy numbers are exceptional. If your props are indeed 19's, you are likely a bit under propped. A 21 or 22 would be closer to optimal. I've been fighting traction issues and made some adjustments today, but I'm not confident it will help. My anti ventilation plate is level with the...

Congrats on the repower. I have done the same and have had 2 great seasons with mine. I might tweak props a little for better performance, but otherwise the Zukes have been excellent. Please share details. I'm curious about: * Engine mounting hole * Prop type and pitch * Fuel burn at cruise *...

So you have less issues with PU caulk not debonding compared to silicone? We have a custom tile shower that the builder used PU (I think) caulk on. It debonded after about 1 year. He came back out and reapplied 2 more times. Same result. Reading the label on the caulk showed that it should not...

Looks like KY uses alcohol to remove the silicone. How effective is that? I had a hell of a time removing all the old silicone from one of my hatches using goo gone and mineral spirits. Probably had 2 hours worth of cleaning and still didn't have it all off.

A photo or 2 would be a great start.

Hang in there Smokey. Wishing you all better days ahead.

Lucky is right. Break-in is needed for irregularities of metal to metal surfaces to wear down to a more uniform surface. Surface finishes on machines parts are deliberately created to let mating parts polish one another. Also machined parts have an acceptable +/- tolerance. Sometimes the max...

The boat with the full glass helm is a game changer. Icing on the cake are the f300's, low hours, trailer and pristine condition. Unless you are price sensitive, I wouldn't even consider anything else.