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This is going to be a can of worms but any help I can get is going to be appreciated. There is a 2501 DV that is for sale and it is at the right price however that price also comes with twin 225s with 1500 hours. The motors are 2006 and they say they are in good shape. I know there are motors...

I was on Cuttyhunk island this past week and I saw a 1701 CC Parker. What year were these made??

I am considering moving my boat to a whole new area that will grant me the ability to tuna fish and hit deeper water. I currently run a 1801 and love it. The issue is, I need a bigger boat. I am trying to decide 23 DV CC or the 23 Sport Cabin. Does anyone out there have any issues with the...

I wanted to ask those who might have some experience with this subject and might help me make an educated decision. I have been wanting to replace the dreaded cooler seat in my 1801 and have finally had it. I have two options my boat yard has a used one that is in need of a good cleaning that...

So its 4:15am and I am not fishing I am writing to you for some help. We went out last night and everything was fine. We had the gps, spot light, deck lights, and motor all working at the same time at intermittent times. This morning turn on the battery lower the motor and turn the...

Does anyone have a good leaning post fabricator? I now know what width I want and now its time to pull the trigger. Thank you!!

I am looking for a chum grinder. I have looked online and have seen ones upwards of 300. I think that is a little steep. Let me know JD

I have an 18 ft and I want to replace the dreaded cooler seat with a leaning post. I know there is a great post on this however does anyone know the best size? The other question is aluminum vs stainless steal. Aluminum is less expensive but I have no idea which is better. If anyone has an...

We hit a snag dropping the boat in this weekend and I want to know how badly I screwed up. The battery was dead and I jumped the battery with jumper cables at the ramp. The engine started up and then we backed her into the water. The motor was out of the water for no more then 20 sec at...

Does anyone know what the regulations for using a cast net for bait only in MA? JD

I have heard two blue wont spook the fist white keeps them cool. ANY HELP JD

Looking for a 8ft cast net. Thanks JD

I have seen many of the ideas some of you have posted about creating your own livewell but they all include the use of a raw-water wash down. I have an 18ft CC and looking to add a portable livewell to the boat. I do not have a wash down and was wondering if anyone has some suggestions. The...

After two feet of snow my shrink wrap was torn on the apex of the bow rail. There is a 14inch tear in it and there is froze water in the boat. Is this someting that is going to be a problem?? I can get it redone but if its not a major issue then we can let it slide for this season JD

I have been reading the site and I have seen that this is a popular topic, however I need some help. I have an 18ft CC that I want to put a spotlight on and it seems there are two common spots. 1) on the pulpit and 2) on the t-top. There are two problems with this a) the 18ft CC does not...

1) If the deck is wet when you put the shrink wrap on any issues that may come about in the spring? ie mold, water stains, ect 2) 10 inch hole at the bow due to the bow rail punching through, will this be any issue? First timer here so be gentle if these are trivial JD

I am interested in adding a spot light to my 2002 18cc and I was wondering if anyone had some recommendations. We have had some trouble navigating a cove going out at night and need some extra light to make it out. What candle light rating would work and also hand held or mount it? Is there...

I am in my first season with my Parker and it also happens to be my first season owning a boat. I waxed her hull, polished the rails, and scrubbed the deck before the season started. I was wondering other than scrubbing the deck as needed what eles should be done. I am starting to see some...

I have a Garmin 545s and when I am at rest I get a great bottom picture with my sonar. When I start her up and go above 5mph the depth number will blink at me and I loose an acurate reading. Any one have any tricks that they have to fix this before I hit a rock!! JD

I have an 18ft CC with the horrid cooler seat :evil: . The darn back rest will not stay in place when you lean back into it. I have seen on a Boston Whaler that their cooler seat's back rest will lock in position so it can act a leaning post. Has anyone rigged the cooler seat so this can...