Recent content by LaurencetheAdventurer

Based on the mess I made with it OFF the Benny - NOPE, NOT A CHANCE, JUST SAY NO, DO IT RIGHT OR NOT AT ALL. Actually, the Bimini (and I have a double) was easy to take off and put back on - maybe 30 minutes to put back on with two of us the first time. You will want to clean (Power Washer...

I tried both 303 and Starbright, thought Starbright worked a tad better, was easier to find, and cheaper. I bought a 1 gallon pesticide spray system from amazon, made application a breeze. The biggest challenge is finding a spot to lay out the bimini and mooring cover to allow enough time to...

I had similar issues; it was related to the Power Steering being wired directly to one battery, so when switching back and forth, if not charging the battery on the power steering, the steering would go in and out until I switched over. Had it rewired during an annual visit.

Thank you LD50 - so hard to find anyone with DSP experience on a boat, appreciate you sharing! Excellent points.

Agree, love my Simtex and prefer it over friends' boats where I stick to their "traditional vinyl" seats in our 110 plus degree summers! However, I think the new fabric Bennington is pursuing is far from this old school vinyl!

The next stop on my Stereo upgrade is deciding on an amp. Do we have any owners here that have upgraded to an amp with DSP (Digital Signal Processing) and able to really notice an improvement, had it professionally (or DIY) tuned to take advantage of multiple presets? As I understand it, it...

Thank you BigD - I have not previously seen this product! I assume you have had the issue on your Bennington and this solved the issue!? Similar to the filler Bennington provided (that did not work for me), but this does not seem to limit the fill speed, while solving the potential issue with...

I have the same issue since new, but only when hot out. If I turn the station handle upside down - problem solved.

Wiring - I am two months in researching this topic related to installing an amp and subwoofer on my 2021 6 speaker stock system, from my PMX-2, a 4 channel head unit. I have received only one reply that suggested the center and rear speakers were run parallel, the front speakers run direct. I...

I started my search, figuring I would get a used 20' TriToon with maybe a 200hp. "These" people with that "buy your first last" approach resulted in a new 26LX 350Merc with most options. Have to say, it was the right move for us, it certainly was a stretch (one I still feel today)! Working on...

That M5-1500x5 looks like a solid unit, especially for the price! I am concerned it would be a bit underpowered for the sub I am looking at (Kicker 51MWLE104 400/800w) with a focus of overcoming the engine/wind noise when cruising over 30mph. Gemini suggested RF M5.800x4 for the 6 speakers...

CAUTION! Vinyl upholstery commonly found on boats (at least older models) if VERY different than the "newer" Simtex (made by Spaulding) that Bennington uses. Neither the Spaulding nor the Bennington website offers any suggestions for a protectant, as the fabric is created with 2 different...

Thank you - useful insight and agree: this stuff is complicated. I have seen multiple "experts" each arrive at different conclusions. 13.5JL - sweet! That will be an awesome upgrade. Separate amp or 5 channel?

Interested in whether you find the location change affected the performance of the SubWoofer or not. My research suggests that placing this unit under the helm or swingback would result in significantly improved sound, as the roto-mold plastic can absorb some he energy and reduce performance...

Ha - I am lucky to get anything that works here in California - these were both water based products that I used, lasted 3 years!