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yeah, it's a bummer. going to give the mechanic a call tomorrow when they are open. he came highly recommended. the work he did was on the port engine which is now operating excellently. the gremlin seems to have moved over to the starboard...

Done that on the old Ford before...will give it a try in the AM

Hey all, First, thanks in advance for any and all input. I have twin '06 F60TLR's on my Venture. They have just over 300 hours and had their 300 hour service. I just purchased the boat 3 months ago and am having serious frustrations and now lack of trust in the outboards. For the first couple...

I do not believe they are counter rotating...the prop have the same pitch direction. That is an interesting theory. If based off her current load balance, that small difference is causing the list, I have no problems with it. Always try to shift the load and balance with the tabs. Just...

I will pull the tape out for an accurate measurement but think it is an optical illusion due to the motors being slightly turned. They seem evenly spaced using a piece of rope to compare the distance from the edge of the transom but get the tape out to be sure. I have a fresh water washdown so...

So, it has been fairly consistent that I need to overly compensate the trim to keep her level while on a plane. I always accounted this to the fact that there were usually 2-3 others on the boat seated in the port dinette. Couple that with the water tank on that side and it made sense. That...

Possession has been producing pretty good. Pulled a just over the line 27" out this morning off Hat Island.

Thanks for the leads and feedback everybody! When I looked at getting a Trophy done a while back I was quoted $25 a foot on the hull. The Venture shot through the roof because it was stated the flat bottom was tough to get to and would need a sling or lift. I see their point, but not at that...

Looking to slip the Venture 23 for the summer and need to get the bottom painted. I live in the Marysville area. Any recommendations for a good shop Seattle to Bellingham friendly to C-Brats? I'd prefer Everett to Mount Vernon if possible but willing to drive. Was quoted $1500 and thought...

Call a few local credit unions. In WA that's where I had the best luck. HAPO Community Credit Union finances 100% of appraised value plus tax/licensing (if needed) with rates 5.99% and up on older boats. BECU will finance up to 20% with required 20% down but at rates of 3.99%. And for those...

Thanks for the update and confidence boost for the future! Good luck and great success with your venture!

I am happy to say I am the proud new owner of "Sea Star". Cory from Sharp Yachts Transport delivered her late last night. Tim is a great person to have dealt with and I Look forward to staying in toch. Hope to see you all on the water soon! Troy

I would say I'm middle of the road leaning towards obsessed. The price of these boats is no small sum to me and the amount for sale is limited. I would love to buy new, modify as needed and know that from its first time in the water, things are proper. But then again, that doesn't guarantee...

I've decided to go forward with the boat and just need to finalize terms of the purchase. I appreciate the input. It's a bummer go through all the trouble of making such great boats but not sealing certain things properly. The boat was slipped part time but the only thing under waterline is...

Thanks guys! I fired off those photos to a few local marine repair shops in the area (Everett, WA) and the consensus is anywhere from $700-$1000 fix (depending on how much glass work) with a chunk of that being in pulling the engines and a gelcoat color match. Thanks again for all the great...

Hi all, I finally received all the photos and details from the survey. Overall the consensus was good and any of the minor deficiencies can be taken care of with weekend or two of buffing and such. Below are the stress cracks in question. They are the only things of concern that the...

Thanks! I'm actually reading through that thread now. Bit of info overload with all that is there! Need to see if I can get a quick look in there. From what I gathered there is a point of access in the v-berth area to check? At least into the space at the bow to look for water. As mentioned...