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  1. Elliott

    Yamaha 24ft jetboat vs Robalo 24ft to Bimini Island

    How did you come to compare these two boats? They seem very dissimilar in purpose, price and etc. A 24 foot Yamaha is a ski/watersports boat. If you go to a 25 foot FSH, you might have something to compare. In terms of price, a 24 foot Robalo (using MSRPs) is much more expensive than a...
  2. Elliott

    Is there a best jet boat?

    I, like many here, am in salt water only. In my case, for more than 3.5 years, and to date my total repairs cost $0. My Ritchie compass was replaced under warranty, and then it leaked out again (still under warranty). I threw it away, and I bought/mounted a different model on my JBP console...
  3. Elliott

    My new flushing theory

    I have been using the same West Marine Salt Off mixer for more than 3.5 years without any problems. Occasionally, it will leak a little bit, but that can be cured by tightening the cup a little more.
  4. Elliott

    Wiring Question

    Your bilge pump should/may have a test button. Press the button and you should be able to hear and feel it kick on.
  5. Elliott

    New to us 2017 Yamaha FSH 190 Sport - What do we need?

    Congrats on your boat - it is the best 190 FSH (has the new style clean out port, flip-up jump seats and analog gauges - no Connext). Of course, I am biased, but it is still true. Fenders - we have standard sized cylindrical fenders (5x15 ?). The key is to tie 3 of them (front, mid and back)...
  6. Elliott

    Tow vehicles - maximum tow rating

    Goodyear has really upped the speed rating; my travel trailer has them with a 65 MPH rating.
  7. Elliott

    Tow vehicles - maximum tow rating

    It sounds like your are doing fine. Your towing mileage is above many combinations, and you seem comfortable on all types of road. As to going 60 versus the speed limit, you are probably wise to stay under the speed limit - you are towing. Also, many trailer tires are only rated to 65 MPH...
  8. Elliott

    Deionized water system

    You could buy a cordless/battery powered pressure washer; the Ryobi with battery is ~$150. You could use the unit to spray distilled water on your boat; and thereby, displace the water with dissolved solids (hard water). You can buy distilled water at the grocery store for $.89 per gallon, and...
  9. Elliott

    My new flushing theory

    I use Salt Off (West Marine's less expensive version of Salt Away). It does a couple of things: the mild acid solution removes salt from any surfaces chemically (FWIW - I also spray down the cockpit and hull with it using a hose end garden sprayer/mixer; it makes washing easier/faster), the...
  10. Elliott

    Marina Rate Hikes

    I grew up on a farm. If I can see or hear my neighbor, I want some restrictions. However, I do not want to live in a small community controlled by an HOA run by insiders. Fortunately, I live in a community with over 4000 home sites, and the HOA directors are directly elected by property...
  11. Elliott

    Tow vehicles - maximum tow rating

    No - this is a common misconception about insurance. If you are negligent your insurance will cover you. Speeding, drunk driving, failing to maintain your vehicle, running a stop sign and essentially everything else will not void your insurance; in fact, some of those listed are crimes too. I...
  12. Elliott

    Tow vehicles - maximum tow rating

    FWIW, the SAE J2807 standard uses a 10% tongue weight.
  13. Elliott

    Marina Rate Hikes

    Fortunately, my marina is owned by my community (the HOA), and its pricing is set to pay for itself. There are some planned improvements, and that may lead to a modest price increase.
  14. Elliott

    Tow vehicles - maximum tow rating

    Well, I like the Tundra best. Of course for me, the most important three words for any piece of equipment are: Ready For Service. :winkingthumbsup" FWIW, I almost bought an F-150.
  15. Elliott

    Tow vehicles - maximum tow rating

    Rear ratios in the 3s - Ha! Toyota Tundra has a 4.30 rear; you have to go to a F450 to get a 4.30 (I think). My Tundra tows my boat (when I trailer is a couple of times a year) and my 28 foot Travel Trailer (6,200 lbs. loaded, it is a Lance) like a dream - a good dream. When towing the RV, I...
  16. Elliott

    Tow vehicles - maximum tow rating

    Unfortunately, tow vehicle advice is often predicated on assumptions and advice from past eras that do not apply to modern vehicles. The 80% rule -Modern vehicles are given tow rating based on the SAE J2807 engineering standard; in the past manufacturers were left to their own devices to assign...
  17. Elliott

    Savannah, GA area trip ideas?

    Update - the city public dock is open again. Just like the city, never publicize useful information, but they will have endless news conferences about the mayor's views on a wide range of policies having nothing to do with local government...
  18. Elliott

    Savannah, GA area trip ideas?

    I live on Skidaway Island; I am sure you will have a great time. There are a number of public ramps around the area, but your closest ramp is the Rodney J. Hall Ramp at Butter Bean Beach. It is located at the bridge just before you cross the ICW to reach Skidaway Island (about a mile from the...
  19. Elliott

    Didn't know it was this inexpensive but..

    FWIW, my premium with USBoats/Geico dropped after my first year, and they have remained level and cheap. They did go up, but the towing/trailer assist became included - total cost went down.
  20. Elliott

    195fsh sport trolling motor and gps/fish finder

    No. On the 2017, there are compartments (open areas) under each flip-up jump seat. The bottom seat cushion lifts out for access. The AGMs are under the right seat (opposite side from the battery compartment with the 2 lead acids); everything balances out well. The trolling motor is on the...
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