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    Bought the boat used with only the ignition key. I need the part number for the trunk lock on a 2003 245 cruiser so I can replace it with a new one with a key.

    That lock is a great thing to have as long as a thief doesn't have a small screwdriver! I don't keep valuables in there, but then again ,the lock to the cabin door would take a medium sized screwdriver to break into. I bring my gps and such home with me and leave the boat unlocked.the cost of fixing the break-in damage would be more than the value of what they could steal. Just my 2 cents! Tom

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    I see what you mean about the slight uphill journey of the rode. Mine is exactly the same. Mine works perfectly,I guess the weight of the tackle does all the work. I can send you pictures of mine if you like, send me an e-mail and I can forward them to you. I had mine installed when I ordered the boat, so I have no idea about the wiring issues. Good luck, Tom

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    The shelf is the mounting spot for the windlass. I don't think removing any of it would be a good idea. If you mount the windlass just to the hatch cover, it will wind up at the bottom along with the anchor! Two hinges and the latch will not do the job. The Simpson mounted on the shelf on my 245 works perfectly. I like the fact that it is not sitting on top where it can be tripped over. Tom

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    As EastCoastB said, the problem is the air coming out the vent as you displace that air with waste. The solution is to get a charcoal filter kit available at most boating stores and install it in the vent line between the tank and the thru hull fitting. They recommend changing the filter yearly, but most times they last two years. This is NOT a substitute for the holding tank treatment. Tom

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    This is probably a silly question, but....

     

    My boat has it's custom fit mooring cover with the bow portion velcro-ing to the cockpit portion at the walk-thru windshield. I trailer my boat, and it spends a decent amount of time in my driveway where debris (and my cats) get through the cover at the velcro point. Also, the cover is yellow and is fading due to sun exposure. So, to preserve the cleanliness of my Monterey 180, and preserve the mooring cover, is it okay / advisable to put a larger boat cover over the mooring cover while she sits in my driveway? Would I have problems with moisture getting trapped between the two? I'm tempted to buy one of those $100 loose fit covers whose straps reach down and attach to the trailer. And if I were to do this, what do you do with the bimini? Lay her flat and put the cover on?

     

    Your thoughts / recommendations appreciated.

     

    Thanks

    Matt

    You might be right about a moisture issue,although I'm no expert. If you get a full boat cover I would leave the other covers off. If you buy a cover that is suitable for winter storage, you can kill two birds with one stone...... Tom

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    When you open the engine hatch, your waste tank is on the left side.If you have a macerator,youi will see what looks like a pump and motor on the floor right alongside it, My boat was pre-wired for one and there is a coil of wires just tied together at that location. Tom

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    Hi ! I bought my 245 cruiser new in 2003. (exact same boat, different name) After five seasons and about 180 hours, I have no real complaints. If you have any specific questions about the boat, let me know. I boat in the L.I. Sound. With two adults and two kids,sleeping does get somewhat cramped.

    But with just two ,it's not too bad. Tom

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    I am looking at a new 2007 290 cruiser with twin 5.0 litre merc's and bravo 3 drive's. I would like to hear from people who own this model, likes and dislikes. How does this boat handle in rough seas. Thanks Don

    Is this your first cruiser? A lot will depend on how you use your boat,and the size of your family. If you do daytrips with the occasional overnighter, that layout would probably work nicely for you. I Have a smaller (245) cruiser and stay out on it a lot, sometimes two weeks at a time. It can sure get played out real quick when you have to keep converting the dinette to a bed.My next boat will have a dedicated dinette. Tom

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    The site looks fantastic and love the new forum sections!! My only question is....How are you going to get the word out to the older members to get this thing going?

    The "older members" had to reregister to see the boards,so some of us are here. Most of these "The Moderator must read and /or censor the posts" forums don't do very well considering the trime is usually takes from sending till posting........Tom

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    The site looks fantastic and love the new forum sections!! My only question is....How are you going to get the word out to the older members to get this thing going?

    I am an"older member" from 2003. I could not log in , I had to reregister as a newbie, with my original name and password. . I would like to have seen the old topics transferred here......Tom

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