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17' Valco Bayrunner leak problem
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silverstreak1 »
Wed Jan 12, 2022 1:09 pm
This topic was posted 855 days ago
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Hi Forum members,
I have a 1990 vintage 17' Valco Bayrunner I purchased about 8 years ago. It is powered by a 2004 Mercury 60 hp 4 stroke engine....
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silverstreak1,
I'd vote the primary problem was from the foam in the bilges? If you search a little in the recent posts we've seen several...
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Last post by kmorin
Sat Jan 15, 2022 2:22 pm
Sound proofing in hull
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Powercat »
Sat Jan 15, 2022 2:59 am
This topic was posted 852 days ago
Hi everyone
Just looking for some advice on a 6.7m cat we are having built for which we discussed soundproofing the hull and which they have fitted...
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Last post by Powercat
Sat Jan 15, 2022 2:59 am
Corrosion on kicker anode only
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Trousertrout »
Thu Jan 06, 2022 4:22 pm
This topic was posted 861 days ago
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Boat is 1 week old. Only been in the water for 3 days(freshwater). Corrosion starting on kicker anode. Hull, main motor anodes are fine. Duckworth...
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Your kicker anode is not welded, those are your hull anodes that are welded. All outboards, even big Mercury's with stainless props, are factory...
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Last post by Chaps
Sat Jan 08, 2022 10:37 pm
Pilot house build wanted
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Tonyle1987 »
Wed Dec 29, 2021 3:00 pm
This topic was posted 869 days ago
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Hi, I just want to build the pilot house for my pacific skiff 23/25 anyone know any place around in New England do that.
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I live in Rhode Island. Thanks you everyone
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Last post by Tonyle1987
Mon Jan 03, 2022 12:14 pm
21' Silver Streak Haida Center Console
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MallardRain20 »
Fri Dec 24, 2021 10:37 am
This topic was posted 874 days ago
I'm considering purchasing a 21' Haida center console from Silver Streak. Curious if anyone on this form owns one or has experience with one and what...
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Last post by MallardRain20
Fri Dec 24, 2021 10:37 am
What's happening at the Wooldridge shop
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glen wooldridge »
Tue Jan 13, 2015 11:19 am
This topic was posted 3411 days ago
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This is a 20’ XL that is loaded, loaded, loaded with options.
Grant just ran it over at the lake. (Every boat we put power on, we test on the...
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Here is something new to round out the year! 23’ Super Sport Offshore with massive 46” sides! 18° of deadrise at the transom, 40° of deadrise at the...
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Last post by glen wooldridge
Mon Dec 20, 2021 5:18 pm
Desolation Sound in a small boat
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HavnFun »
Tue Nov 12, 2013 5:49 pm
This topic was posted 3838 days ago
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I sold my plastic boat in late summer 2010 as I wasn’t using it much. In fact, it logged just two hours that year for maintenance and selling demo,...
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A great post on a great adventure. I also call Lake Powell my home water, but am in the process of building a 32' aluminum boat for the BC/Alaska...
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Last post by ICB1
Wed Nov 03, 2021 2:45 pm
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Last post by Trousertrout
Fri Oct 08, 2021 6:52 pm
Blowing out windshields???
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Trousertrout »
Fri Sep 17, 2021 4:19 pm
This topic was posted 972 days ago
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I have a trip to the Oregon inlet in February in my duckworth 30xl that I should be getting middle of October. Has anyone with the forward leaning...
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Always insist your forward facing windows are made of laminated glass.
The correct application in this case is:
6MM (1/4 ) TEMPERED glass on the...
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Last post by alumioforte
Sun Sep 26, 2021 5:23 pm
Trim Tabs or pods or neither.
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LakeSurfer »
Mon Sep 13, 2021 12:03 pm
This topic was posted 976 days ago
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Hello all,
this is my first post regarding my first boat and I'm looking for a little advice. I was recently gifted a Mirrocraft 16ft aluminum semi...
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oops spelled Doel Fin
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Last post by clambo
Fri Sep 17, 2021 1:13 pm
Recent build at Silverback
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alumioforte »
Fri Jul 09, 2021 4:28 pm
This topic was posted 1042 days ago
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This was a fun work skiff, 18' with self bailing deck, step chines, and delta pad. Very impressed with the Tohatsu 115 on the back, we'd never used...
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Nice looking boat. Be interested in seeing more photos
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Last post by AlloyToy2
Fri Sep 17, 2021 12:44 pm
Bubble in transom paint
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Tedwin »
Wed Sep 08, 2021 8:38 am
This topic was posted 981 days ago
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Hi, this is my first post and I'm glad to be here.
I have a 2006 LOWE FM165 that I bought about six years ago. Last fall I notice a small bubble...
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Ted, something else occurred to me looking a the picture of the transom hold down and the bubbles/blisters in your a paint.
What if the area around...
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Last post by kmorin
Sat Sep 11, 2021 8:47 pm
new member looking for advice
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Geo 1959 »
Thu Sep 09, 2021 11:09 pm
This topic was posted 980 days ago
Hey there , i am running a 2005 5.1mtrs trailcraft runabout which i have owned for 6 trouble free years . how ever i looked under the cover after it...
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Last post by Geo 1959
Thu Sep 09, 2021 11:09 pm
StarCraft hull quick fix
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srfplgn »
Sat Sep 04, 2021 9:07 am
This topic was posted 985 days ago
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I need to repair a hole on my 98 StarCraft Fishmaster 170.
I'm planning to rivet a plate of aluminum over the hole and seal with 5200. Its going to...
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This forum is more geared towards the commercial thicker fully welded aluminum boats, may not be the best place for repairs on thinner riveted...
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Last post by Craigb
Sat Sep 04, 2021 11:13 pm
Canvas snaps?
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Browndog15 »
Sun Aug 29, 2021 10:57 am
This topic was posted 991 days ago
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Hello, having a drop down canvas made for my hardtop. What is the general consensus for the type of snap to use? Boat will be mostly freshwater, with...
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Stainless with Tefgel would be the best if you have to use snaps, if there is any way not to like mounting a small cleat and running lines from the...
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Last post by MacCTD
Sun Aug 29, 2021 4:48 pm
Aluminum Cleaners
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pjay9 »
Fri Jun 18, 2021 7:35 pm
This topic was posted 1063 days ago
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Hi ALL, Been a while since I posted anything or asked a question. But I have been reading the posts. I did do a search and found some really good...
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This product works almost as well as Zep and available in Qrt containers.
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Last post by one3powerboats
Sun Aug 22, 2021 11:29 am
Duckworth 30xl build
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Trousertrout »
Thu Aug 12, 2021 5:23 pm
This topic was posted 1008 days ago
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Hey guys and gals. My new addition is coming along. It is really stressing me out because there are more options on a boat then a house. Pictures...
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I'm sure that I would save money but I need the whole 34' of hull for the crap I have planned for her. Thanks though
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Last post by Trousertrout
Wed Aug 18, 2021 6:51 pm
Scupper Flapper Valve for Pacific
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Tin Cup »
Tue Aug 17, 2021 1:25 pm
This topic was posted 1003 days ago
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Does anyone know what make scupper flapper valve assembly is used by Pacific on a V2025, or perhaps suggest an alternative. Both of mine need to be...
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Give Julie a call at Pacific, she will take care of ya.
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Last post by welder
Tue Aug 17, 2021 7:35 pm
Howdy - new (old) 17 ft Bayrunner
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Pirate-1 »
Fri Aug 13, 2021 10:58 pm
This topic was posted 1007 days ago
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My son and I just picked up a 1985 Valco Bayrunner Baja with a 70 hp Johnson 2 stroke. Kind of a project because it's in kind of rough shape and...
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Welcome and can't wait to see the progress.
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Last post by welder
Sun Aug 15, 2021 6:43 pm
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Last post by cprado
Mon Aug 09, 2021 11:13 am
Mooring buoy access and your boat
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BoatingChris »
Tue May 11, 2021 12:58 pm
This topic was posted 1101 days ago
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Hi all,
There are some different ideas out there on how to get to and from land when mooring to a buoy. Sailboats drag a tender behind, but I have...
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You’ve researched a lot of pontoon boat prices and you can’t help but balk. It seems like even if you’re looking at used boats, they’re just so much...
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Last post by ziko41
Mon Jul 26, 2021 5:24 pm
What kind/make of boat is this?
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monybru »
Wed Jul 07, 2021 2:08 pm
This topic was posted 1044 days ago
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I just bought this a few weeks ago, and I am usually pretty good at finding this stuff online, but I can't find this same hull anywhere. Let me know...
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If there is a serial number on the transom, the first three letters would be the manufacturer code. You can search that online. Not sure how far back...
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Last post by Craigb
Fri Jul 09, 2021 2:19 pm
Interior cabin sound absorption
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nwboater »
Tue Jun 15, 2021 7:02 pm
This topic was posted 1066 days ago
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I'm interested in opinions on ways of quieting the inside of an aluminum pilot house.
My thought is to use 1/2 closed cell Neoprene foam sheet with...
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NorthWest,
I've seen cabins with spray urethane, and close celled neoprene of different types as well as sheet styrene and various other products to...
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Last post by nwboater
Sat Jul 03, 2021 8:08 pm
New boat questions - hydraulic steering, carpet, trim tabs
Replies: 7
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BoatingChris »
Sun May 09, 2021 7:31 pm
This topic was posted 1103 days ago
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Hi all! I am a brand new powerboater and I have some questions that I am having a hard time getting a straight answer to. I have bought a place in...
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My 2009 ProFish 185 Raider has hydraulic steering...love it...and I only run a 90HP! My floor is plywood covered with crinkle vinyl. I have the OB...
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Last post by pjay9
Fri Jul 02, 2021 3:42 pm
recognize this boat?
Replies: 4
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ICB1 »
Tue Jun 22, 2021 3:18 pm
This topic was posted 1059 days ago
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I just purchased this project and am looking for anyone who knows anything about this boat
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Maybe for rivers and jet propulsion system.
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Last post by pjay9
Fri Jul 02, 2021 3:35 pm
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