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Forum: Welcome Mat | New Member Introductions 09-12-2019, 11:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,226
Posted By blakels
I would like to say good bye to all of you. I...

I would like to say good bye to all of you. I have sold my boat after 2 years due to lack of time to use it and the substantial cost of storage, winterization, etc. I appreciate the help and advice...
Forum: Electronics 05-07-2019, 09:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,091
Posted By blakels
On my 1998 3000SCR, there is a panel in the aft...

On my 1998 3000SCR, there is a panel in the aft cabin on the upper part of the starboard side that has access to the engine compartment and the helm side panels.
Forum: Sport Cruisers 08-09-2018, 06:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,472
Posted By blakels
Salvage company wanted $600 per 55 gallon drum...

Salvage company wanted $600 per 55 gallon drum for disposal. I took Jparsons advice and went through the sender hole to be certain I was at the bottom of the tank. I connected two 2 foot long pieces...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 08-09-2018, 06:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,135
Posted By blakels
Exactly! And yes, there are two. The starboard...

Exactly! And yes, there are two. The starboard fitting is in the exact same position as the port side, topside, water is on hull side
Forum: Sport Cruisers 08-07-2018, 02:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,472
Posted By blakels
Thanks, I've had that panel out before to route...

Thanks, I've had that panel out before to route my transducer cable. Do you think I could remove the supply line from the filter housing and pump it out through that?
Forum: Sport Cruisers 08-06-2018, 09:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,472
Posted By blakels
Thanks guys. Do you know if there is a shut off...

Thanks guys. Do you know if there is a shut off valve for the fuel supply hose anywhere? I followed the line and it just went through the bulkhead. I don't even know where the actual tank is. I'm...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 08-06-2018, 03:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,472
Posted By blakels
Water in Fuel Tank

Well I just did the dumbest thing I've done in a very long time. I still had some antifreeze residue in my fresh water tank so i pumped it all out. Then went up on the deck and removed the deck...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-28-2018, 09:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 947
Posted By blakels
My launch is scheduled for 5/15 but she's...

My launch is scheduled for 5/15 but she's unwrapped, canvas up, charged up and ready to go.
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-24-2018, 03:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 883
Posted By blakels
When I say taped I mean taped to the main cables...

When I say taped I mean taped to the main cables like a harness. They have standard eyelets on them that go on the threaded posts. And when I say cut I meant to cut the tape to separate it so it...
Forum: Maxum Owners General Discussions 04-23-2018, 04:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 883
Posted By blakels
Battery Charger Question

It's almost time everyone!

While reconnecting my batteries I noticed that both the outputs from the dual charger were going to the starboard battery. I assume this means that my port battery was...
Forum: Electronics 04-23-2018, 04:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,584
Posted By blakels
Well it finally warmed up enough to do this. I...

Well it finally warmed up enough to do this. I mounted the transducer just to the starboard side of the drain plug a bored a hole straight up above the water line, sealed with 5200 and a clamshell...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 01-08-2018, 08:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,565
Posted By blakels
Was thinking more along the lines of a Minn-Kota...

Was thinking more along the lines of a Minn-Kota trolling motor, $100-$200 plus battery box/circuit breaker and the battery itself should be less than $500. I will do some more research before...
Forum: Sport Cruisers 01-08-2018, 04:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,565
Posted By blakels
I picked up an inflatable on Black Friday as...

I picked up an inflatable on Black Friday as well. West Maine had a deal for $500. I'm considering going with an electric motor mostly due to cost. That would eliminate the upright storage concern.
Forum: Electronics 12-05-2017, 04:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,584
Posted By blakels
Yeah, I'll give it a shot. Luckily my boat is...

Yeah, I'll give it a shot. Luckily my boat is blocked up right in front of my slip so I can plug in shore power.
Forum: Electronics 12-01-2017, 07:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,584
Posted By blakels
You two guys are awesome and seem to always be...

You two guys are awesome and seem to always be here helping folks. Thank You! I will try the starboard side route since that make the most sense. I just need to commit to doing it myself and I will...
Forum: Electronics 11-30-2017, 10:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,584
Posted By blakels
Transom Mount Transducer Cable Routing

Hello fellow Maxum owners. I recently purchased a Lowrance Hook 7 chartplotter/fishfinder to install on my 1998 3000 SCR. I'm OK with mounting the transducer to the transom (going to use a Stern...
Forum: Electronics 11-03-2017, 07:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,205
Posted By blakels
Well I was able to remove the shore power panel...

Well I was able to remove the shore power panel and get a socket down there while I removed the screws from below-thanks jparsons121.

I was then able to push it rearward and rotate it 90 degrees...
Forum: Electronics 11-01-2017, 03:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,205
Posted By blakels
Thanks for the info. The boat is hauled for the...

Thanks for the info. The boat is hauled for the winter now so I can pull that power panel without getting electrocuted lol.
Forum: Electronics 10-30-2017, 03:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,205
Posted By blakels
No, none of the manufacturers use CD changers...

No, none of the manufacturers use CD changers anymore. Half of them, like mine, don't even have CD players. MP3s and Bluetooth are taking over.
Forum: Electronics 10-30-2017, 12:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,205
Posted By blakels
Hi there, The new Kenwood is a KMR-M318BT and it...

Hi there, The new Kenwood is a KMR-M318BT and it is not hooked up to the changer, doesn't have the connector for it. I really have no use for it as I mainly use Bluetooth or aux input. I was just...
Forum: Electronics 10-29-2017, 03:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,205
Posted By blakels
I have already replaced the head unit. I want to...

I have already replaced the head unit. I want to remove the 12 disc CD changer in the bottom of the pic (if it posts, my first time doing this)
Forum: Electronics 10-28-2017, 08:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,205
Posted By blakels
CD Changer Removal

Hello Maxum Owners. I just replaced the original (I think) JVC receiver in my 1998 3000 SCR with a more modern Kenwood unit with Bluetooth, USB, etc. I was going to put the old unit along with the...
Forum: Welcome Mat | New Member Introductions 09-29-2017, 04:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,226
Posted By blakels
I have discovered that the switches are wired...

I have discovered that the switches are wired much different than I expected. I have 3 batteries and I thought the 2 engine batteries were connected to the switch labeled Engine and the large battery...
Forum: Welcome Mat | New Member Introductions 09-26-2017, 02:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,226
Posted By blakels
Well I replaced both alternator connectors and...

Well I replaced both alternator connectors and they appear to be working now. I have a little over 13V on #1 and just under 14V on number #2 while underway on Battery 1 only. It was down to 10 volts...
Forum: Welcome Mat | New Member Introductions 09-22-2017, 11:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,226
Posted By blakels
Thanks for the replies. The first thing I checked...

Thanks for the replies. The first thing I checked was the battery connections which were good, then the alternator connections. Both alternator output wires are burnt off at the eyelet. When I picked...
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