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I'm doing a complete repower of a 98' 1800. Everyone down in NC seams to be running Suzuki, maybe a few Yamahas thrown in. In looking at specs on engines, one thing jumped out to me. Can anyone explain? 20" Suzukis DF115B = 415# DF140B = 410# DF150A = 518# Decisions, decisions...

What is the ceiling height inside your cabins and would you prefer it to be different? I am making a bolt-on doghouse for my 1800CC and have landed at about 7'. I'm 6' and this would give me room to bounce around plus have electronics hanging down. Thanks, Sam

I’m just about to start building a fiberglass electronics box to sit on my console and am going to go with a face cover of acrylic or poly for flush mounting electronics. I’ve been kicking around the ideal of toning down the plastic by sanding it to remove the glare. Has anyone done this or have...

Well it's finally time to bury my original 1998 Johnson 115 FICHT (yes, it is one of the models that didn't blow up!). Looking to repower with a Yamaha four stroke, adding 67# for a 115HP and 168# for a 150HP. I emailed Parker to see if the additional weight was within spec for the hull and they...

Well I keep kicking around the idea of upgrading my console so that I can flush mount my electronics and get a little more protection. Ideally, what I would like to do is to build a bolt on top for the existing console that would reuse the grab rail and windshield. This way, if or when I sell...

I tried to fire up the boat in the driveway for the first time this season and got a check engine light. :? I grabbed the service manual and read up on the service codes and how to read them from the motor. Pretty easy on my FICHT, pull two phillips screws from the throttle position sensor and...

This is the second season that I am doing the winterization of my motor (98' Johnson 115 FICHT). Last season, no problem. Today, the gearcase oil came out a little milky. No metal debris thought. Is the only part that I should inspect/replace the thrust bushing? I have the service manual for the...

What if I were out in the Gulf now? Buoy data is showing 16' every 9 sec. Here is what it would look like.

I bought an iCom 422 to replace my dead radio and this weekend, set about connecting it to my Raymarine C80. I'm not a complete idiot but between both manufacturers manuals, I couldn't figure out what needed connecting. Did a search on THT and found this thread that saved the day, see here. The...

Second outing of the season and after a fuel pump replacement a month ago, I got a check engine light and eventually stalled out. She cranked (new batteries) but would not turn over. Sounded like a fuel problem. Long tow back to port and fast forward... Verbatim service report: Diagnostic test...

Splashed yesterday for the first time, ran fine but found a small but pungent amount of gas in the bilge. I cranked the jack way up in the driveway, pulled the plug and opened up all of the hatches for the night. The leak has appeared to stop. Here is my thinking and what I need cross checking...

Does anyone have any pics of a good looking dog/pilothouse on a small CC? Neither the Pacific Pilothouse or the Maritime Skiff do it for me and wouldn't go with the lines on a Parker. Has anyone seen a doghouse on a Parker CC? Many thanks :D

I don't know for sure but I think the Calkins trailer that came with my 98 1800 is original. I have worn through a keel roller and in examining the other rollers, I noticed that the hardware holding the bunks and rollers up is in sorry shape. Questions.... Should I switch from galvi to...

Sick of dealing with bad grounds and such, I decided to elevate my trailer lights on PCV posts and run a dedicated ground line to each. The PVC was hammered down the guide-on posts and the bolted with existing hardware.

I noticed that the zinc on my lower unit was a little loose. I gave the bolt a bump with a socket wrench and it's still rattles a little. It looks intact but I am new to this type of thing. When do you know it's time to replace your zinc?

Can someone give me an overview of what is involved with upgrading direct cable steering on an 1800 to a no feedback system? Is this something that I can do solo? What would I need for tools? Many thanks :) Sam

6am at the ramp yesterday. Motor trims up then will not trim down. Both switches are useless. Batteries are only two seasons old and were showing 12+ volts. Three guys stand there looking like idiots as we come to the realization that we will not be going out to chase Tuna after all. I am...

In a word... awesome :D I have only had one trip with it but it can hold bottom up to 300' at WOT.

Got an idea for a project. Will post step by step pics :D

The one that Parker offers as an add-on isn't large enough to hold my new gadgets (screen is too big :wink: ). Any thoughts on where I could get a taller one with a similar footprint? Would making one be all that tough for someone who has no fiberglass experience? Marine lumber maybe? Many...