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Forum: Welcome Mat | New Member Introductions 03-25-2024, 04:14 PM
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Posted By shrew
Maxum was manufactured from 1988/1989 to 2009...

Maxum was manufactured from 1988/1989 to 2009 (roughly 20 years). They stopped manufacturing the line 15 years ago.

They manufacture the deck and hull and marry the two together. The rest are...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 03-12-2024, 03:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 109
Posted By shrew
Teleflex is a well known name. You usually...

Teleflex is a well known name. You usually remove the old ones and measure them before ordering. They're not that hard to replace. Lube the shifter or upgrade while you're at it.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 03-07-2024, 12:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 177
Posted By shrew
Don't worry about the replies. The Views is...

Don't worry about the replies. The Views is high. People are following. With a significant restoration, there are really only going to be a limited number of reply types.

1) You're Crazy...
Forum: Maxum Maintenance 03-04-2024, 05:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 158
Posted By shrew
From that era, it's usually 'Dream White'. ...

From that era, it's usually 'Dream White'.

However, it's a 23 yr old boat. New gelcoat, even white, will likely not match. You'd be better off color matching it.
Forum: Sport Cruisers 03-04-2024, 04:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 250
Posted By shrew
How short? [short period: <=10 seconds.] ...

How short? [short period: <=10 seconds.]

Breaking seas or rollers?

5' @ 10 seconds is going to be a very sporty day. There is a bit of separation between [Survivable - doable - enjoyable].
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 03-04-2024, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 195
Posted By shrew
The entire bottom would have been thoroughly...

The entire bottom would have been thoroughly sanded used 80 grit sandpaper. That along with the process to remove the paint will make the hull look like crap. Sand it down and apply a thin layer of...
Forum: Engines 02-13-2024, 04:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 263
Posted By shrew
Is this boat trailered or wet slipped? F wet...

Is this boat trailered or wet slipped? F wet slipped, anodes should be done yearly and inspected mid season. I used to be in a hot marina where I went through 2 sets of anodes a season.

I'd also...
Forum: Maxum Maintenance 02-13-2024, 04:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 357
Posted By shrew
There is only ONE holding tank Inlet/Filler. It...

There is only ONE holding tank Inlet/Filler. It goes from the head to a fitting on the top of the holding tank. If you have a vacuflush, it goes from the head to the accumulator tank, to the...
Forum: Sport Yachts 02-13-2024, 04:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 726
Posted By shrew
On a 24 yr old boat, it's more about maintenance...

On a 24 yr old boat, it's more about maintenance and condition. Expect most mechanical things to work during the survey, and also expect to be replacing those same mechanical things within the next...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 02-13-2024, 04:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,647
Posted By shrew
I would paint with a barrier coat once cured.

I would paint with a barrier coat once cured.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 02-13-2024, 04:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,647
Posted By shrew
https://www.totalboat.com/products/polyester-marin...

https://www.totalboat.com/products/polyester-marine-repair-putty

2-part, high-strength, fibrous polyester structural bonding and marine repair putty contains long strand milled glass fibers for...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 01-12-2024, 07:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 270
Posted By shrew
Measure the depth of the space, then measure the...

Measure the depth of the space, then measure the options for an opening. Then look on the manufacturers site for a fridge that will fit that hole.

Unfortunately, these are boats. This is not...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 01-12-2024, 07:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 335
Posted By shrew
The scuppers are to drain water from the cockpit...

The scuppers are to drain water from the cockpit deck. In my 2800, I had one in each stern corner. In this case, the cooler holder would become a pool.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 01-12-2024, 07:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 207
Posted By shrew
You're looking too much into it. It's a 20 year...

You're looking too much into it. It's a 20 year old boat. Look at the condition, have it surveyed. If it's in good shape and you like the layout, then buy it.

Brunswick stopped making Maxum in...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 01-12-2024, 06:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 208
Posted By shrew
Marine Air Systems (AIRRRRR) and Crusair were...

Marine Air Systems (AIRRRRR) and Crusair were both bought by Dometic (Yes, that is the correct spelling). Marine Aire is a different company. Your options are:

Dometic
Webasto
Marine Aire

I...
Forum: Welcome Mat | New Member Introductions 01-12-2024, 06:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 534
Posted By shrew
Marine Air (AiRRRRR) and Crusair where bought by...

Marine Air (AiRRRRR) and Crusair where bought by Dometic (that is the correct spelling for "Dometic" ;) )

Marine Aire is a different business. Yes, I believe that your options are:

Dometic...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 01-03-2024, 02:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 270
Posted By shrew
I could only find a 2007 2600SE for sale on...

I could only find a 2007 2600SE for sale on Ychtworld. This one shows a small Norcold fridge on the Stbd side just behind the helm seat.

Do you have a pic?
Forum: Projects and Customisations 12-22-2023, 07:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 869
Posted By shrew
https://defender.com/en_us/kuuma-marine-water-heat...

https://defender.com/en_us/kuuma-marine-water-heater-11811

$376.99
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 12-22-2023, 07:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 330
Posted By shrew
https://www.amazon.com/Clean-Way-Fuel-Fill-Kit/dp/...

https://www.amazon.com/Clean-Way-Fuel-Fill-Kit/dp/B074W8FRRW/ref=asc_df_B074W8FRRW/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312061157224&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14746332942339614212&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hv...
Forum: Maxum Maintenance 12-18-2023, 04:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 578
Posted By shrew
Take a moisture meter to the transom (both inside...

Take a moisture meter to the transom (both inside and outside). Then take a small rubber mallet and sound the hull by tapping all along the transom. I tap ever few inches and cover every inch of...
Forum: Engines 12-18-2023, 04:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,952
Posted By shrew
No. Usually the issue is the principle tied up...

No. Usually the issue is the principle tied up in the current boat. To sell a boat to offset the cost of another only works when the boat is sellable. A boat with one or no engines ends up being a...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 12-18-2023, 04:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 330
Posted By shrew
Install an inline fuel tank whistle. It installs...

Install an inline fuel tank whistle. It installs in your vent line. As you fill the tank, air is force out of the vent line. As it passes through the whistle, you hear the whistle. When you hear...
Forum: Maxum Maintenance 11-14-2023, 02:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 560
Posted By shrew
I'm very handy and do most of my own work. ...

I'm very handy and do most of my own work. However, I'm also kind of a big guy, so I don't fit into some places.

At the end of the day, I have to surrender to the notion that some jobs can only...
Forum: Maxum Maintenance 11-14-2023, 02:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 380
Posted By shrew
Paint it. OEM parts like that aren't stocked for...

Paint it. OEM parts like that aren't stocked for very long after the model goes out of production. It's an item that rarely breaks or wears out and only applies to a a few hundred production...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 11-14-2023, 02:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 520
Posted By shrew
alternatively, you could run it and let it die,...

alternatively, you could run it and let it die, then crack the fuel fill. If it sucks air, there is a vacuum.

Get the manual and look at the circuit board. There should be lights on the board...
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