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    Which 0X66 is the good 0X66?

    I won't go into detail, but there were a number of things I did to get my ox66 dialed in. The linkage rod was one of them. Sold the boat to my Dad's buddy. Still going strong! Dennis, Techron Marine is a different product than Techron. If I had to guess it is likely more concentrated than...
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    Which 0X66 is the good 0X66?

    It has been a few years, but I think I bought the blend. Prior to using Techron, I used Startron. After 2 seasons plugs were consistently carboned and gooie. Once I changed to Techron marine, the difference was remarkable. Despite trolling, I could run plugs indefinitely. When I pulled them...
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    Hull stripe

    Good to know. There definitely is some technique to the method. Being a weekend warrior, I had it down by the last 2' of 10! Better lighting in my dimly lit garage would have helped as well.
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    Which 0X66 is the good 0X66?

    No. Our 1999 225 did not. I tracked hours with self powered hour meter under the cowling. As for ox66 oil, Penzoil marine 2 cycle was low cost, low smoke, low carbon deposits and readily available from Wally World.
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    Hull stripe

    I used the discount eraser wheel to remove some stripe on my hull. It was very fast, but left some residue and scuffs that I had to polish out. Ultimately it was no big deal to clean up. Has anyone used the pricey 3M wheel with better results?
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    Which 0X66 is the good 0X66?

    The 150-200 hpdi engines were very good. They were a 2.7 liter. Most of the big displacement hpdi engines (over 3 liters) had major issues. Ox66s generally don't like to run for sustained periods under 2200 rpm. We did it with ours, but had the engine really well dialed in and ran Techron marine...
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    Got a 2003-2005 270 Islander?

    I would assume you stow your side panels on the front birth? Or did you find a creative place to stow them out of the way?
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    Got a 2003-2005 270 Islander?

    That's exactly what I'm considering. The front panels will be semi rigid, with flexible material around the corners.
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    Anyone tried this with your windshield canvas?

    95% of the time mine will be stowed below, so ease of installation when needed will be a priority. You all have some very nice looking enclosures!
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    Anyone tried this with your windshield canvas?

    I completely forgot about Hookups post. At the time I wasn't considering that, but will likely go that route for the front.
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    Anyone tried this with your windshield canvas?

    I like it! I might go with a different material at the corners to make it more flexible. Your windshield to hardtop height is not nearly as large as mine. I have concerns the material could pucker or flex at speed. Have you experienced anything like that?
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    Anyone tried this with your windshield canvas?

    Is it permanent? Have any photos? How do you slide it around the corner of the upper track?
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    Anyone tried this with your windshield canvas?

    I lost my 3 piece windshield canvas. I'm thinking of having a 2 piece done to replace it to reduce zippers and visibility obstructions. My question is, has anyone used a semi rigid clear for the front panels? The thought of window like clarity is appealing, especially on cold days. The 270...
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    Got a 2003-2005 270 Islander?

    Thanks for the reply fixit. Looks like yours is different than mine. I've decided to have the canvas shop make a new front windshield panel. Mine was 3 piece. Sounds like yours is a 2 piece. Are you happy with it? If so, please send/post a photo if you have one. The 3 piece was a PIA and I'm...
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    Looking for ideas to get boat & trailer in new garage

    Looks like you have chosen your path, but I'll throw another easier option if only a few inches are needed: Take wheels off 1 set of axles. The added load to the other axle should drop the boat down about 2". Between the above, ½ deflated tire and a ball mount as low as possible, you might...
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    Got a 2003-2005 270 Islander?

    If you have one of these boats with hardtop and enclosure, I need a measurement from you. Somehow I either misplaced or someone in my house threw out 2 of my 3 front panels. I have the center , but the 2 corner panels are gone. I need to have some new ones made. Thank you!
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    Looking for ideas to get boat & trailer in new garage

    You can do what I did, but it might take you a bit longer.;) I wouldn't completely deflate the tires. You will likely damage them. I would go with the rollers if possible.
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    2024 Marlin Trim Tabs

    Maybe we need to reconsider the SK ride theory.? They have 2 models. One for pockets, one without.
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    2024 Marlin Trim Tabs

    If that really is a significant factor, go with the SK ride system and you will have a win-win.
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    Electric boat trailer winch

    It exists. I had one. If I remember correctly, the hand crank was at the same gear ratio as the electric motor. So unless you can turn the crank at 500 rpm+, you weren't getting anywhere any time soon.:(