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Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 03-19-2018, 06:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 18,785
Posted By TBarCYa
Need seat skins? Go to Canvas Plus!!

After the last 2.5 years of the Florida sun plus using the wrong cleaners on the seats of my 2008 1800MX, I had to break down and do something about the seat skins. I remembered and article from way...
Forum: Sport Boats 07-20-2015, 02:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,807
Posted By TBarCYa
1800mx transducer location

I bought my 1800MX new in 2008 and installed a shoot-thru transducer for my previous depthfinder (Garmin 440s) but since upgrading I need to install the transducer on the outside of the hull. Right...
Forum: Sport Boats 05-24-2012, 05:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,054
Posted By TBarCYa
I'm sure you already got your answer, but I...

I'm sure you already got your answer, but I looked at mine today and there are 4 screws that come up thru the fiberglass and into the seat. They're nearly impossible to get to because the fuel tank...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 08-12-2011, 05:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,758
Posted By TBarCYa
Check...

Check https://www.mercurymarine.com/service-and-support/storage-and-maintenance/faqs/outboards/?category=ethanol#MercEthanol

The cliffs notes: 10% ethanol is ok.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 08-10-2011, 12:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,758
Posted By TBarCYa
Around here, any fuel purchased on the water is...

Around here, any fuel purchased on the water is ethanol free and all fuel sold on the hard contains ethanol. Several companies, including StaBil, make treatments that reduce the effects of ethanol...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 08-08-2011, 12:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,758
Posted By TBarCYa
According to the specifications on their website,...

According to the specifications on their website, Mercruiser says 87 octane fuel.
Forum: Sport Boats 07-27-2011, 06:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,340
Posted By TBarCYa
I'm going to look at it tonight. I'm definitely...

I'm going to look at it tonight. I'm definitely not opposed to drilling into the dash as I've got two holes for the VHF radio mount and 5 for the fire extinguisher that hangs by my left leg. ...
Forum: Sport Boats 07-26-2011, 11:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,612
Posted By TBarCYa
Unfortunately, no. The ignition key does not fit.

Unfortunately, no. The ignition key does not fit.
Forum: Sport Boats 07-25-2011, 07:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,340
Posted By TBarCYa
This is my 4th season with the GPSMap440s hanging...

This is my 4th season with the GPSMap440s hanging on that support and it's been fine until now. It's definitely back to the drawing board on my mount tho. I may keep it there temporarily until I...
Forum: Sport Boats 07-25-2011, 03:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,340
Posted By TBarCYa
Windshield support, 1800mx

Apparently, my GPS mount that attaches to the windshield support caused the support to fail prematurely and I need a new one but unfortunately, I'm away from home (where the boat is) for the next...
Forum: Projects and Customisations 07-21-2011, 07:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,476
Posted By TBarCYa
I just saw those but they're very expensive for...

I just saw those but they're very expensive for the amount I'm expecting to use them. I bought the 'Lottie-Da' new in 2008 and have not once gone swimming at night so I'm looking for a relatively...
Forum: Projects and Customisations 07-21-2011, 03:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,476
Posted By TBarCYa
transom lighting

I'm thinking of adding a couple LED lights to the transom of my 1800MX at the top of the cove around the drive. The thought is that it would illuminate at least the drive while swimming at night but...
Forum: Sport Boats 07-21-2011, 12:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,612
Posted By TBarCYa
I'm pretty sure that I tried the ignition key in...

I'm pretty sure that I tried the ignition key in the glove box, but I'll try it again.
Forum: Sport Boats 07-18-2011, 02:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,612
Posted By TBarCYa
Not sure if that's it or not but now that I know...

Not sure if that's it or not but now that I know where to start looking, hopefully I can find the right one. Thanks!
Forum: Sport Boats 07-15-2011, 04:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,612
Posted By TBarCYa
1800mx glove compartment lock

The glove box on my 2008 1800mx has a lock but I don't appear to have a key. That's not saying that I didn't get one, just that I don't have it now. Anybody know the make of the mechanism so that I...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 07-07-2011, 12:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,238
Posted By TBarCYa
I'm really happy with it. In fact, I got a great...

I'm really happy with it. In fact, I got a great deal on two of them and have been running one while the other sits in the shed. The hole-shot is really good with the 4 blades and I have no problem...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 07-06-2011, 06:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,238
Posted By TBarCYa
Where are you from? I have a stainless 21P 4...

Where are you from? I have a stainless 21P 4 blade prop sitting in my shed that I'd let you try if you're from the NJ/Philadelphia area. I'm going to guess that your boat is similar in weight to...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 07-06-2011, 12:22 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 12,433
Posted By TBarCYa
Definitely glad to hear that everyone is ok. I...

Definitely glad to hear that everyone is ok. I certainly hope that after all is said and done that you don't give up boating forever. The winters here are hard enough, I don't know what I'd do...
Forum: Buy | Sell | Trade 07-05-2011, 03:55 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,875
Posted By TBarCYa
Looking to trade props...

I have a Mercury Offshore Series stainless steel prop that I would like to trade for a 23P of similar design. Here's the particulars:

Part#: 48-825902A45 21P
Diameter: 14"
Pitch: 21"
Material:...
Forum: Engines 07-05-2011, 01:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,951
Posted By TBarCYa
Not to disagree with the old salt's on the board,...

Not to disagree with the old salt's on the board, but I have a 1800MX with the 3.0L and over the weekend had 4 adults aboard plus gear totaling about 700lbs. I pulled the tube most of the day with...
Forum: Sport Boats 06-22-2011, 01:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,688
Posted By TBarCYa
And the hole that gets clogged is in the leading...

And the hole that gets clogged is in the leading edge of the drive and looks like a little notch taken out of it. Even if it looks clear, it could be clogged on the inside so use a drill bit by hand...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 06-21-2011, 12:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,058
Posted By TBarCYa
I use the clips on the factory light pole and I...

I use the clips on the factory light pole and I have smaller clips that attach to the VHF antenna as well.
Forum: Sport Boats 06-20-2011, 04:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,688
Posted By TBarCYa
For the speedometer, you can disconnect the hose...

For the speedometer, you can disconnect the hose at the drive and have someone watch the gauge while you blow into the tube. If you go the compressed air route, make sure you don't use much pressure...
Forum: The Dock Walk 06-20-2011, 01:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,571
Posted By TBarCYa
I had a great father's day.... We saw Kenny...

I had a great father's day.... We saw Kenny Chesney the night before and was pardoned a hangover on father's day. We then had dinner with my parents and I got one of the best father's day presents...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 06-20-2011, 01:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,058
Posted By TBarCYa
I always fly a flag on my 1800MX. When pulling a...

I always fly a flag on my 1800MX. When pulling a tube, it's state law to fly an orange triangle which I fly from the stern light pole and depending on the day, I'll either fly the Stars and Stripes...
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