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I think we all do the same in calm seas and for non overnight anchoring. One thing to be aware of is that it can put extra strain on the windlass especially when there are wakes from other vessels. Another issue is that the windlass can unless the lock is engaged, let out more line when the...

May be a clogged screen/filter/scoop .

Your authorized dealer should be able to get that info

They don't put manufacture dates on Yamahas anymore. They haven't done so for years. It is possible that the PCM was manufactured and tested in 2019. That said, the dealer should be able to get the date based on the serial number. Having a two year difference is not unusual but four sounds like...

It's not the pressure per se. It is a question of flow rate. The bigger the engine the bigger the water jacket space and exhaust channels . If the hose water flow rate is less than the rate that water drains out of the lower unit, the water column never gets high enough to make it to the...

I assume you have two tanks. Can you explain how you get the levels for both tanks? I guess you have new instrumentation for the zukes. Do they display fuel levels for both tanks? I am not familiar with Suzuki instruments at all.

If you have two tanks you should have a sender selector switch. This switch will not have a breaker though since it is the gauge that powers the circuit. If your gauge is working or at least seems to be working it may be easy to find the switch. Assuming that both tanks do not have the same gas...

If it is a 12kg, it weighs 26 pounds plus a few ounces. This link should help identify the line and chain requirements https://www.p2marine.com/simpson-lawrence-windlass-identification

On MyOtherBoat, the windlass is fed from the fuse block but directly to the 12v accessory feed From there is goes to the dash mounted Lewmar breaker. The older windlasses in many cases did not draw nearly as much current as some of the newer models and therefore direct feeds off of the batteries...

Having a lot of weight on the forward bunks can be an indication that either the boat is positioned too far forward on the trailer, the forward or main bunks are set up incorrectly with respect to height, or the trailer is the wrong size for the hull. The last factor is particularly true if the...

You can't just use a higher capacity breaker since the factory wiring was most likely sized for 40 amps. Overloading the wiring could result in a fire.

Interesting, I'll have to try that procedure.

I hate it when I am or may be wrong! LOL Here is a different side of the argument; Having been it the stainless steel industry for the past 40 years I can reassure you stainless steel will not deteriorate with age in your anchor locker. Stainless steel like most metals can work harden. For...

I got a bid chuckle out of your recommendation.

On my SX motor (2001) the trim sensor lever is spring loaded and is moved by a cam on the motor bracket. It can get gummed up and stick The cam assembly can also break. The original version of the cam assembly clip was plastic andwas prone to crack over time. Replacement cams are metal...

I am surprised that Grady recommended such a light anchor. To me it seems undersized. If you plan on anchoring overnight or in rough seas, I would go for the 10KG size. For general day use the 6Kg would probably be ok. The comment about chain is spot on. Less chain and you need a heavier...

One approach is to bed the fitting with adhesive or sealant (on the outside and on the walls of the hole, slide the fitting in and tighten until you see the sealant ooze out completely around the outside fitting edge. Do not completely tighten yet. Wait a while, maybe 10 minutes for a sealant...

If you mean the cushions on the new 218 model, that boat has completely different cushion design. The back cushion is an integral oart of the swing assemble that allow one to lift and swing the backrest out of the way to allow access to climb over the transom to get to the swim ladder. In...

If you live in a seasonal boating area, there are times that are better then others. Now is not one of them. In general the best time to look is the time when folks have to decide if they are going to pay for off season storage as well as end of season maintenance and pre season prep like bottom...

well said:)