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Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 09-21-2016, 04:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,685
Posted By twerner
Thanks guys. No, water didn't go over transom,...

Thanks guys. No, water didn't go over transom, just splashed against.

I'll check the body again to make sure no damage to gelcoat, though I don't recall any impact to the boat. Sounds like there's...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 09-20-2016, 08:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,685
Posted By twerner
Sudden leaking in my boat

Thanks Mike. I'm less concerned with sinking as I am ruining the drive.

Can all of this be inspected with the naked eye or does the sterndrive have to be pulled for more thorough inspection?

As...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 09-20-2016, 04:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,685
Posted By twerner
Sudden leak in Maxum boat

Thanks for the suggestions. I checked this morning and didn't see any obvious tears (though I could easily be missing them). Based on the below picture, it looks to be in pretty good shape?
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Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 09-20-2016, 04:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,685
Posted By twerner
Exclamation Sudden leak in my boat?

I have a '98 Maxum 1900 boat with 3.0 Mercruiser sterndrive. Every time I take it out, I would say maybe 1-2 ounces of water tops drains from the plug. But last Friday when I took it out, I'd say a...
Forum: Engines 08-17-2015, 04:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 19,053
Posted By twerner
Believe it or not, I've noticed a world of...

Believe it or not, I've noticed a world of difference by just throttling the gas once or twice before attempting to start. If it doesn't start on the first try. I throttle one more time before trying...
Forum: Engines 07-06-2015, 11:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 19,053
Posted By twerner
Thanks Mike. I'll take a look. Much appreciated!

Thanks Mike. I'll take a look. Much appreciated!
Forum: Engines 07-06-2015, 10:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 19,053
Posted By twerner
I'll take note of the RPM next time. I haven't...

I'll take note of the RPM next time. I haven't owned a Mercruiser or I/O before so not familiar with choke operation. Let me know if there's something specific to look for or change. Thanks, Tom
Forum: Engines 07-06-2015, 05:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 19,053
Posted By twerner
Thanks guys. So would it be necessary to adjust...

Thanks guys. So would it be necessary to adjust idle speed if it eventually idles fine? As I said it's primarily getting out of the boat launch area that's the problem, even when running a few...
Forum: Engines 07-02-2015, 05:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 19,053
Posted By twerner
In other words... https://youtu.be/IOOoBl1gJ4s

In other words... https://youtu.be/IOOoBl1gJ4s
Forum: Engines 07-02-2015, 05:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 19,053
Posted By twerner
Thanks Mike. Before doing this, I suppose I...

Thanks Mike. Before doing this, I suppose I should make sure I'm starting the engine properly. I read another post (hulltruth) about pumping the throttle once or twice before cranking the engine. I...
Forum: Engines 07-02-2015, 02:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 19,053
Posted By twerner
For about 5 min yes. Anymore and I feel like I'm...

For about 5 min yes. Anymore and I feel like I'm holding up the boat launch. Trying to pull out to keep traffic going.
Forum: Engines 07-02-2015, 04:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 19,053
Posted By twerner
Angry Engine dies when putting in gear

Ever since I bought my '98 Maxum (1900SRL) a few months ago, it's been difficult to pull away from the dock after launching. As soon as I put it in gear it dies. In a panic, I restart the engine and...
Forum: Engines 06-12-2015, 04:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,561
Posted By twerner
Red face Prop question: size & blades

Every time I look up 'prop selection' on the web or this forum I come away with even more questions. At this point, I'm wondering if I can pick up these 2 props without test-driving, checking RPMs,...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 05-21-2015, 02:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,976
Posted By twerner
Exclamation Boat trailer sways/fishtails over 50mph

Hello, I'm just took my '98 Maxum boat (1900 SRL) on the freeway for the first time since purchasing last month from a dealer, and it sways or fishtails pretty bad at anything over 50mph.

I'm...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 05-01-2015, 04:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,004
Posted By twerner
Thanks Mike. Is there any risk to damaging the...

Thanks Mike. Is there any risk to damaging the gelcoat with any of these steps? Maybe I can start with the minimal approach first (3m restorer) and if that fails, do the sanding.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 05-01-2015, 05:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,004
Posted By twerner
Question Restoring the paint shine

My '98 Maxum (1900 SRL) has a beautiful interior but a somewhat dull/oxidized exterior, especially the back. Any suggestions for buffing and waxing without damaging the hull? My buddy has a shop...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-23-2015, 03:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,097
Posted By twerner
Thanks Mike. You're suggesting I remove the...

Thanks Mike. You're suggesting I remove the entire cracked area (1/2" diameter) and fill back in with gel coat? Is this the product?
PATCH PASTE KIT...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-23-2015, 06:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,097
Posted By twerner
Red face Repair gel coat, fiberglass, both?

I recently purchased a '98 Maxum and just discovered some damage on the bow next to one of the bow cover snaps. It's a circular-shapes crack about 1/2" in diameter with a small hole. See attachment....
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-22-2015, 03:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,975
Posted By twerner
I got another tip to switch to a 4-blade prop. I...

I got another tip to switch to a 4-blade prop. I should probably invest in one of those regardless. Again, I feel the price was pretty good on this, even if I have to size up the engine in a couple...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-22-2015, 03:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,975
Posted By twerner
Thanks for the tip. Figuring I got the boat to...

Thanks for the tip. Figuring I got the boat to 45mph with the 3-blade, how much speed reduction would there be with 4-blade?
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-21-2015, 11:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,975
Posted By twerner
Lastly, let me know if the 3.0 Merc is a dog with...

Lastly, let me know if the 3.0 Merc is a dog with this boat or if it does a reasonable job. With 2 in the boat, I got it to 45 pretty easily, over 50 when trimming motor. I don't care about speed as...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-21-2015, 11:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,975
Posted By twerner
Thanks. Let me know if any other suggestions....

Thanks. Let me know if any other suggestions. Appreciate the advice.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-21-2015, 11:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,975
Posted By twerner
This is helpful. It's been used freshwater only....

This is helpful. It's been used freshwater only. In fact, original boat owner didn't have a trailer. He just hired winterization service to take it into storage.

Any suggestions for inspecting or...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-21-2015, 11:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,975
Posted By twerner
Thanks Mike. You're suggesting I do this before...

Thanks Mike. You're suggesting I do this before purchase? Is this to see if engine not being cooled properly or something?
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-21-2015, 10:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,975
Posted By twerner
Question Just purchased 1998 Maxum 1900 SRL

I'm purchasing a 1998 Maxum 1900 SRL this week. Any advice out there on this model? Any advice on owning a Maxum in general?

I haven't had a boat in some 20 years. Kids keep asking, so I caved....
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