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by jhnmdahl
Tue Jan 13, 2015 8:36 pm
Forum: Volvo Penta
Topic: Shop manual by engine type
Replies: 0
Views: 901

Shop manual by engine type

Volvo has published a listing of shop manuals by engine type, which at least gives a starting point for ordering one or searching for a PDF version online. The list is posted at: http://www.marinemechanic.com/volvo/volvo/2010/04-2-67%5B1%5Dworkshopmanuals.pdf I was able to find a shop manual for the...
by jhnmdahl
Tue Jan 13, 2015 8:34 pm
Forum: Volvo Penta
Topic: Volvo penta information resource
Replies: 0
Views: 880

Volvo penta information resource

Found an interesting website that includes some information regarding Volvo's line of engines, including tech bulletins, shop manuals for some engines, and other such information. Check out:

http://marinemechanic.com/volvo/volvo-home.htm
by jhnmdahl
Tue Jan 13, 2015 8:27 pm
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: First user
Replies: 13
Views: 864

First user

I'm a recent Cobalt 210 purchaser (orderer), and was hoping to find an active online community of Cobalt boat owners online. As I couldn't find such a cobalt boat forum, I thought I'd try to start one. Photos of the boat coming, hopefully not too long after the snow starts to melt...
by jhnmdahl
Tue Jan 13, 2015 8:26 pm
Forum: Forum Support
Topic: Welcome to the Forum
Replies: 4
Views: 1224

Welcome to the Forum

Welcome! This is an attempt to start an active, well-managed forum for Cobalt boat owners to exchange information and ideas, and to network with other Cobalt boat owners. Thanks for visiting the new Cobalt boat forum, Cobaltchat.com!
by jhnmdahl
Tue Jan 13, 2015 8:24 pm
Forum: Electronics
Topic: Garmin new Echomap 70 models
Replies: 0
Views: 862

Garmin new Echomap 70 models

Looks like Cobalt just came out with a few new Ehcomap chartplotter/fish finder combos, including the 73 and 74 down view and side view models. The older Echomap 70 still appears to be the better value, as it features a touchscreen, more expandability, and a few more features for a similar price. No...
by jhnmdahl
Sat Jan 10, 2015 9:00 pm
Forum: Watersports
Topic: Airhead Mega Ruckus from Walmart
Replies: 37
Views: 9194

Airhead Mega Ruckus from Walmart

Picked up an Airhead Mega Ruckus from Walmart last summer for kids to tube behind the boat, and am generally pretty happy with the purchase. Paid $99, and like the 70" size for two riders or an adult relative to some of the smaller tubes offered. Seemed very durable, and had no trouble inflatin...
by jhnmdahl
Sat Jan 10, 2015 8:53 pm
Forum: Watersports
Topic: Water skis
Replies: 32
Views: 8471

Water skis

Looked at a handful of reviews and stopped by a few shops to pick up water skis last summer, and decided on the HO Burner Pro 67. Ended up getting a bit of a discount on a prior year model with black and white graphics rather than the current black and yellow, and am pretty pleased overall. I wanted...
by jhnmdahl
Sat Jan 10, 2015 8:33 pm
Forum: Towing, Docking, and Anchors
Topic: Anchor line
Replies: 2
Views: 1113

Anchor line

Did some research regarding what best to use as an anchor line, and found a few things: Samson and New England ropes are both top quality, but Samson is somewhat less expensive. Nylon rope is generally preferred for anchoring and docking, as it has more stretch than most other lines and can cushion ...
by jhnmdahl
Sat Jan 10, 2015 8:24 pm
Forum: Towing, Docking, and Anchors
Topic: Bumpers
Replies: 12
Views: 1842

Bumpers

Ended up picking up some Polyform F-1 bumpers based on their reputation and a comparison with the Taylor ones at a local shop. Quality was great, and they look pretty sharp. Pretty pleased overall, but I'd recommend picking up the inflator gadget for a few dollars more, as it took a bit of work to i...
by jhnmdahl
Sat Jan 10, 2015 8:20 pm
Forum: Safety
Topic: Basic safety equipment
Replies: 7
Views: 4533

Basic safety equipment

Made a list of basic safety equipment (not all-inclusive) to ensure a new boat is properly equipped recently, based on a 21-foot inland lake boat. The list of recommended items, compiled from multiple sources, included: Required: A set of type I, II, or III life jackets for each person on board, plu...
by jhnmdahl
Thu Jan 08, 2015 12:47 pm
Forum: Great Lakes
Topic: Erickson marine - Twin Cities, MN
Replies: 0
Views: 768

Erickson marine - Twin Cities, MN

Just worked with Jon Erickson here to order a new Cobalt 210. Pretty happy with the experience, which I expected to be a lot more like buying a car. Good service, good price - I'll have to report back on the boat in April or thereabouts : )

John
by jhnmdahl
Thu Jan 08, 2015 12:30 pm
Forum: A Series
Topic: Cobalt-produced videos of A series (A25, A28, A40)
Replies: 0
Views: 2117

Cobalt-produced videos of A series (A25, A28, A40)

Cobalt A25: Product tour - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2U3Vbb5tQvY Music video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TdwWmNs-dvo Cobalt A28: Product tour - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eq3JJtkF2SE Music video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uRETiPUNg-s Cobalt A40: Product tour - https://www.you...
by jhnmdahl
Thu Jan 08, 2015 12:18 pm
Forum: R Series
Topic: Cobalt-produced videos of 296, 302, 336
Replies: 0
Views: 859

Cobalt-produced videos of 296, 302, 336

Cobalt 296: Product tour - Music video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WPJ2ewdXxY Cobalt 302: Product tour - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m8BYluk5kkw Music video - Cobalt 336: Product tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xH_FeS2yGo additional video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07J9-ASkWWA