Recent content by GarySWI

Yes...I need to talk to the dealer again in the morning

My boat was in winter storage at the dealer and was scheduled for delivery today or tomorrow. I got a call from the dealer and when checking the boat they found that a critter (mouse?) chewed through the transducer cable. Of course they didn't have one in stock and a replacement will be in...

The idea is that you want the anchor to pull horizontally along the botton so it can "set" in the mud by digging in.

Definitely add chain.

Ok...you don't want to just drop the anchor over the side. I could go in depth but this explains how to anchor very well. I suggest some practice on a calm day. https://www.boat-ed.com/indiana/studyGuide/Anchoring-Your-Boat/10101602_35254/

Ok...how do you set the anchor? Do you just drop it over the side or do you lay out sufficient anchor line (rode) and set the anchor? For a depth of 30' you need a scope (anchor line length) of 150 feet (5:1). I'm not sure what a Navy anchor is but for a mud bottom you probably want a fluke...

What type of bottom? Water depth? Inland lake or ocean?

A socket for a flush mount shallow water anchor pole

Thank you. A good read and yes, you got lucky. I will inspect, measure and inspect again!

I'll confirm what i have when my boat is out of storage next month

Yes..understand. thanks

Hello I need to bore a large diameter hole through the deck of my pontoon. Approximately 2" diameter. I was planning on using a hole saw and going right through the vinyl floor material and through the deck. Am I on the right track and anything to watch out for? One concern I had was tearing...

Phone goes right on the pad

My boat is still in storage so I'm going from memory. On my 2026 with the wireless charger you have to have the power turned on on the stereo. Turn on all the power switches, turn on the stereo, and see if that works. I did find that the wireless charger was pretty lousy. It doesn't charge...

Your dealer is in competent. They should diagnose the problem rather than sending you a box of switches. I'll guess that replacing all the switches won't fix the problem.