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Hello Mark, The horn is a "rocker switch" on the starboard side of the helm beside the steering wheel. To operate the macerator, the main breaker for the "HEAD SYSTEM" must be on and the overboard discharge seacock open. Then press the MACERATOR switch.

Hello Marty, The V berth filler cushions are no longer available from the vendor. Most boat owners have success using a local upholstery shop (or cusotm auto detailer). Check with your Monterey dealer, marina or local marine supply stores for subcontractors or a referral.

Hello there Viking Rogue, Bow filler cushions can be ordered from your Monterey dealer. Delivery from the vendor is about three weeks out right now!

Press Release-Exotic Boats of Greece.pdfMonterey Boats is pleased to announce that Exotic Boats of Greece has joined our worldwide network of dealers.

Hello Dave, They should fit in snugly, without a problem. Maybe they are not the original screens. Your 2001 262 Cruiser portlights are a Bomar Industries product and the part number is PORT-G618-28-1-WHT (white plastic ones) or PORT-G618-28-S/S (stainless ones). Contact info is www.pompanette.com or 603-826-5791.

It could be the oil pump...I agree with Marfi that a Mercruiser tech should give it a look as soon as possible. The max rpm range for the 4.3L sterndrive is 4400-4800 so at 4100 you are getting close to max and oil pressure should be at it's best, not dropping.

Hello there ssdsales, If your ac is a Monterey factory installed unit, it is a Dometic Environmental (Marine Air) product and the part number was #VCD12K/1 115V AIR CONDITIONER COMPLETE. These self contained units need regular preventative maintenance such as filters cleaned and/or changed, condensation pans and strainers cleaned, a system flush from time to time as well as a regular "check up" by an authorized marine ac specialist to get the most out of their life span. It sounds like yours is in need.... To find out the nearest authorized service center: Manufacturer contact info is www.dometic.com or Dometic Corporation 2007-09, 2000 N. Andrews Ave. Ext., Pompano Beach, FL 33069 • 954.973.2477

Csdcsleep is correct- it is a 25 quart Igloo (#1433) on the 262 Cruiser and the 250 Cruiser.

Hello 2002 262 So Cal, What is your engine and outdrive? Where do you normally boat (high altitude or sea level)? Do you know the gear ratio of your outdrive?

The hours on the boat do not have a bearing on whether or not the engine, outdrive or prop is the original...many are stolen and replaced everyday, some boats have outdrives and props installed for use at high altitude and then sold or used in a sea level area, gears and shim kits sometimes changed out.....etc, etc. Your Merc tech is the expert on advice of trying the 24's- he does that everyday. He is your best source of help and information.

Hello Sean, The most common cause is not the gauge ....The speedo hose could be clogged with small debris or algae blocking the flow of water to your speedometer. Also, the pitot could be out of position or damaged. Check those first visually making certain the pitot's impellor (looks like a small paddle wheel) is clean, in good condition and spins freely when you turn it. The pitot needs to be in the down position, and replace it if it is damaged or broken. The speedo hose itself might need to be cleaned out where it connects to the pitot. Algae often grows right where that connection is.

Hello Taberz, What is the model year of the boat and is it the original outdrive from the Monterey factory? Gear ratio of the outdrive is??? Sea level or high altitude boating? In the photo the drive "down" trim appears to be correct. Installation of the intermediate and drive looks balanced. The rams are closed and the gimble is in the correct position. Before you install any alterations to the outdrive such as spacers, try using your Mercury tech's recommendation of 24's, (keep an eye on the rpm's). You will sacrifice some top end but gain the out of the hole shot. Also, your leading edge of the prop looks like it has some nicks and chinks in the photo. It would be a good idea to get that reconditioned. BTW, that photo wasn't bad.

Boating 260SCR.pdfBoating magazine tests the Monterey 260SCR.

Trailer Boats 260SCR - April 2009.pdfTrailer Boats magazine reviews the Monterey 260SCR for the April 2009 issue.

LBmay09_bt.monterey280.pdfLakeland Boating magazine calls the Monterey 280SCR "a compact home away from home" in the May 2009 issue.

320SY Boating magazine - Low Res.pdfBoating magazine's world exclusive on the Monterey 320SY in the March 2009 issue.

Boaters%20Digest%20Mar.%202006%20290CR.pdfBoaters Digest magazine names Monterey's 290SY it's "boat of the month" for March 2006.

GoBoatReport-Monterey%204-pg1.pdfGo Boating magazine calls the 2005 Monterey 298SS, "One stout runabout".

Trailer Boats Jan-2005 214FS.pdfTrailer Boats magazine tests the Monterey 214FS for it's January 2005 issue.

PBC - July 08 - 400SY.PDFPower Boating Canda tests the Monterey 400SY for it's July 2008 (Volume 23 Number 3) issue .

BL - July 08 - 318SSX.PDFBoating Life magazine reviews several "big-time" bowriders in it's July/August 2008 issue. Among those is the Monterey Boats 318SSX.

Lakeland Boating June 2008 400 SY.pdfLakeland Boating magazine article on the Monterey Boats 400SY.

Boating Mag Feb 2008.pdfBoating Magazine's article, "Wow Factor", regarding the Monterey Boats 400SY.

NB - Apr 08 - 400SY.PDF<i></i>Northeast Boating<i></i> magazine's April 2008 issue with specs on the Monterey Boats 400SY.

BGC - Apr 08 - 254FSX.PDF<i></i>Boat Guide Canada<i></i> magazine's April 2008 issue listing specs on Monterey Boats 254FSX.