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by 2ridgebacks
Mon Jul 03, 2017 9:05 pm
Forum: Maintenance and Storage
Topic: Seagrass flooring stain
Replies: 8
Views: 799

Seagrass flooring stain

I have either Hi-C or spaghetti sauce in my Seagrass. I'm leaning toward Hi-C. Anyway, it's been there a couple of days baking in the sun. Does anyone have experience or thoughts on getting this out? I don't relish the thought of replacing it. I'm sure it isn't cheap. I have used Dawn dishwashing li...
by 2ridgebacks
Tue May 30, 2017 4:43 pm
Forum: Volvo Penta
Topic: 2012 8.1 alternator.
Replies: 22
Views: 1359

Re: 2012 8.1 alternator.

I was thinking along the same lines.

It was a brokerage boat, and wasn't cleaned prior to sale. I'll post pics after a good shine.

A25 w/8.1 catalyst engine. 400hp. So far the family hasn't quit smiling and that what it's all about for me.
by 2ridgebacks
Tue May 30, 2017 2:59 pm
Forum: Volvo Penta
Topic: 2012 8.1 alternator.
Replies: 22
Views: 1359

Re: 2012 8.1 alternator.

A25. I'm kind of on the clock. That is why I wanted to buy a reman auto alternator. Curious to any differences.
by 2ridgebacks
Tue May 30, 2017 12:52 pm
Forum: Volvo Penta
Topic: 2012 8.1 alternator.
Replies: 22
Views: 1359

2012 8.1 alternator.

I believe I have an alternator with bad bearings. I am fairly sure an automotive alternator will work, but can anyone say for sure? Using a gm truck works for the parts guys as a required vehicle to look up parts, but what about the year? Any help is appreciated.
by 2ridgebacks
Fri May 26, 2017 6:55 am
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: Check in from Southern Indiana
Replies: 12
Views: 875

Re: Check in from Southern Indiana

BBP, I appreciated the info, but I think we are closing in on a Cobalt this weekend.
by 2ridgebacks
Fri May 26, 2017 6:54 am
Forum: Cobalt Boats General
Topic: Pulling from the pylon and the tower
Replies: 5
Views: 1262

Pulling from the pylon and the tower

Can anyone advise what the pull rating is on the transom mounted ski pylon? What about the tower? From the reading I have done, NONE of the tower manufacturers are okay with towing any inflatables from the tower due to excessive loads. I know Cobalt is high end, but I'm not super impresses but the p...
by 2ridgebacks
Mon May 22, 2017 8:24 pm
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: Check in from Southern Indiana
Replies: 12
Views: 875

Re: Check in from Southern Indiana

I'm looking two big block 250's this week. I would really like to know what kind of top end to expect. How is the ride quality? I was told today by a dealer that they were an entry level Cobalt as far as amenities. You just don't see anything on the web about them. That seems to be counter to every ...
by 2ridgebacks
Mon May 22, 2017 6:22 am
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: Check in from Southern Indiana
Replies: 12
Views: 875

Re: Check in from Southern Indiana

Any ideas on why info on the 250 is non existent?
by 2ridgebacks
Mon May 22, 2017 6:21 am
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: Check in from Southern Indiana
Replies: 12
Views: 875

Re: Check in from Southern Indiana

The 242 set the hook when we started boat shopping in earnest. After reviewing the budget, it just isn't in the cards. Now, we are looking at a 226/496 and a 250/496. The BB Mercruiser has been the sticking point since we started looking. The 226 is probably the more practical, but the wife wants a ...
by 2ridgebacks
Sun May 21, 2017 8:11 pm
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: Check in from Southern Indiana
Replies: 12
Views: 875

Check in from Southern Indiana

HI! I'm not a Cobalt owner yet, but I will be this summer. Hopefully by the weekend. That will likely be the nature of any posts that I make in the near future. I'm set on the Cobalt quality and hull efficiency. I'll be buying a boat to haul my family of 5 around KY and IN lakes. I have been around ...