Tech Q&A

Hey Ranters! I'm in need of a good working IO Teleflex Tachometer for my CVZ-18. It needs to match those with blue dots at the numbers. Glastron used them a lot during the early 80's. I don't have a picture, but I'll try and get one.

Yup, I knew it would happen one day. I've been gettin' the boat ready to go for tomorrow's festivities, and I miscalculated and added too much oil to the gas. It's about 8 oz too much. About 3 gallons worth if I'm mixing 50:1. It's a 15 gallon tank. I'm so annoyed with myself! I'm assuming all it's go...

Going to Broken Bow this weekend. Figured it ways a good half way point to meet my mom from Kansas. Is there different boating regulations from TX. Read about it and it seems about the same. The only thing I saw was that didn't know about was visual distress signals. Do I need a flare or something on my 16'?...

When I built the new motor for my Scimitar, I Installed a 4 1/2 pound flex-plate rather than the 47 pound flywheel to reduce weight and the motor would have a more rapid exceleration, I always wondered why they used a big heavy flywheel on the motors anyway, when it seemed to me that a flex-plate would be b...

So I've been getting more and more requests for quotes for LED lighting, ended up riding down to SC to do a set for a customer along with some audio related installs. I now have a full line of these things and i've been very impressed. LED Lights don't have a filimant like a normal bulb does, they draw a fra...

I am trying to find the least expensive way to ship a 17' wooden Chris Craft Sportsman from Texas to Utah and then return with a 17' fiberglass boat. Both on trailers. The CC with an inboard, the fiberglass with an outboard. Both antique boats. I do not own a truck so towing it myself is not an option, even i...

I have off white interior that show any kind of stain easily, from black shoe sole marks to spider sh_t. I have been cussing myself since I bought this thing because of the color of seats. Magic erasor is a great tool to have, they are pretty much disposable because they wear out or tear up pretty fast. I h...

I'm going to need, sorry Debra is in need of a Bimini top. What do I measure and where do I go? G

I've never had my trailer over 20 mph since I have a boat ramp in my subdivision. But now my boats running great and I want to check different lakes. Especially Texoma so I can see some of you all's boats live. pics and vids still don't tell the story good enough for me. Here's may questions. First pic is t...

Does anyone happen to have a pair of hinges for a Glastron ladder? The type with the quick release clips like are found on the Carlson models among others. I have new clips, only to discover the hinges are cracked and soon will break.

Fixed the chip with jb weld and it held up good.

Looking for windshield or pattern to make or get made a new one. Help for an old 1959 Glastron SeaFlite. gouliquerab@sympatico.ca Help an old Canuck out. There is little to no info here in North Western Ontario. Hello to Minnesota, Im about 100miles from International Falls. Any leeds would be help...

Here is a great prop question: I was telling my brother that I was looking for a prop with a pitch 19 or higher to replace the one I have. (15P) So he shows up with one with a 19 pitch, and says he found it for free. It should fit cuz it was from a big Merc too. He says it was pretty dinged up, so he took a grind...

I have a 1998 CSX21 I need a electric telescoping stern light mine died at lake texoma the boat came with when new. thanks for any help hope ever one is haveing a good summer we are going to lake of the pines on Sunday soak up some sun and have a few cold auldt drinks

Pondtunes, I have question on wiring subs? Parallel or series? I can't remember which way is the way to go for more power to drop a 4ohm down to 2 on a 2 ohm stable amp, and what is the wiring ++ -- or +- -+ Thanks, Glenn

I have the factory installed depth guage, Lowrance LST-3800.It has the option to read water temp, of course being factory they take the shortcut/cheapness of not adding all features. The question is, is this just a plug and play feature such as adding this sensor 106-69? It is mid way down on the right...

I have an 2004 185 Bayliner with the 3.0 Merc. There is absolutely no insulation on the inside of the dog house. I was in my buddys 195 Stingray this week end and noticed how quite his 4.3 Merc was. I looked inside his dog box and found what looked like a spray on insulation. Does any one know what this stuff i...

If you're thinking about re-building the frames of your seats or possibly re-flooring a boat you would normally be replacing it with marine grade plywood. The only difference in marine plywood and non-marine plywood is it is pressure treated with a chemical that prevents rotting, and the price. T...

A relay is an electromechanical device used to turn on an accessory, they are typically used to remotely turn on a high current device.. The great thing about a relay is you can mount it near your device lets say a bilge pump and run much lighter gauge wires up to your dash for the actual switch... A relay s...

If you need ANYTHING for ANY size trailer/camper/hauler etc. you should check out http://redneck-trailer.com/ these guys have a huge inventory, and killer prices. I rebuilt the brakes on a customers trailer for half what I could had I shopped at one of the big chains like Tractor Supply... Th...

Please refer to the following notes as you read along: *Note1 -> Single outboard engines tend to have charging systems that are not capable of charging more than one battery at a time.. If you plan on using your single outboard to charge more than 1 battery you should verify that your outboards char...

I called the local Mechanic with a question as to why my motor was making a funny smell, he said it was probably the Kanuter Valve. So, I called the NAPA store and ask them if they still carried parts for an old Mercury outboard, I was kinda surprized they still do, anyway, I asked the fellow if they had a...

If you've got any questions regarding wiring, electrical troubleshooting or audio related questions feel free to ask! I'd be glad to offer any advice to fix your electrical nightmares!

I need some plastic rivets in white need help where to find them

Topic		Last Post
	Need a Tachometer (Preview)	Nov 12, 2010 by Thunderjet
	Hey Ranters! I'm in need of a good working IO Teleflex Tachometer for my CVZ-18. It needs to match those with blue dots at the numbers. Glastron used them a lot during the early 80's. I don't have a picture, but I'll try and get one.
	HELP!!...too much oil! (Preview)	Jul 9, 2010 by Thunderjet
	Yup, I knew it would happen one day. I've been gettin' the boat ready to go for tomorrow's festivities, and I miscalculated and added too much oil to the gas. It's about 8 oz too much. About 3 gallons worth if I'm mixing 50:1. It's a 15 gallon tank. I'm so annoyed with myself! I'm assuming all it's go...
	Ok boating requirements. (Preview)	Oct 6, 2009 by BillyB
	Going to Broken Bow this weekend. Figured it ways a good half way point to meet my mom from Kansas. Is there different boating regulations from TX. Read about it and it seems about the same. The only thing I saw was that didn't know about was visual distress signals. Do I need a flare or something on my 16'?...
	Pulled the Motor (Preview)	Sep 2, 2009 by Thunderjet
	When I built the new motor for my Scimitar, I Installed a 4 1/2 pound flex-plate rather than the 47 pound flywheel to reduce weight and the motor would have a more rapid exceleration, I always wondered why they used a big heavy flywheel on the motors anyway, when it seemed to me that a flex-plate would be b...
	LED Lighting for Boats (Preview)	Aug 18, 2009 by PondTunes
	So I've been getting more and more requests for quotes for LED lighting, ended up riding down to SC to do a set for a customer along with some audio related installs. I now have a full line of these things and i've been very impressed. LED Lights don't have a filimant like a normal bulb does, they draw a fra...
	I need transport help! (Preview)	Jun 6, 2009 by GlennW
	I am trying to find the least expensive way to ship a 17' wooden Chris Craft Sportsman from Texas to Utah and then return with a 17' fiberglass boat. Both on trailers. The CC with an inboard, the fiberglass with an outboard. Both antique boats. I do not own a truck so towing it myself is not an option, even i...
	Cleaning Seats (Preview)	Jun 3, 2009 by GlennW
	I have off white interior that show any kind of stain easily, from black shoe sole marks to spider sh_t. I have been cussing myself since I bought this thing because of the color of seats. Magic erasor is a great tool to have, they are pretty much disposable because they wear out or tear up pretty fast. I h...
	Bimini (Preview)	May 28, 2009 by 71V153
	I'm going to need, sorry Debra is in need of a Bimini top. What do I measure and where do I go? G
	Trailers (Preview)	May 2, 2009 by BillyB
	I've never had my trailer over 20 mph since I have a boat ramp in my subdivision. But now my boats running great and I want to check different lakes. Especially Texoma so I can see some of you all's boats live. pics and vids still don't tell the story good enough for me. Here's may questions. First pic is t...
	Carlson Ladder Hinges (Preview)	Apr 15, 2009 by gordo
	Does anyone happen to have a pair of hinges for a Glastron ladder? The type with the quick release clips like are found on the Carlson models among others. I have new clips, only to discover the hinges are cracked and soon will break.
	Little More on Plastic props (Preview)	Apr 13, 2009 by GlennW
	Fixed the chip with jb weld and it held up good.
	OLD WINDSHIELD OR PATTERN NEEDED (Preview)	Mar 22, 2009 by Captainpants
	Looking for windshield or pattern to make or get made a new one. Help for an old 1959 Glastron SeaFlite. gouliquerab@sympatico.ca Help an old Canuck out. There is little to no info here in North Western Ontario. Hello to Minnesota, Im about 100miles from International Falls. Any leeds would be help...
	Fixing a dinged prop... (Preview)	Feb 26, 2009 by GlennW
	Here is a great prop question: I was telling my brother that I was looking for a prop with a pitch 19 or higher to replace the one I have. (15P) So he shows up with one with a 19 pitch, and says he found it for free. It should fit cuz it was from a big Merc too. He says it was pretty dinged up, so he took a grind...
	stern light (Preview)	Sep 7, 2008 by GlennW
	I have a 1998 CSX21 I need a electric telescoping stern light mine died at lake texoma the boat came with when new. thanks for any help hope ever one is haveing a good summer we are going to lake of the pines on Sunday soak up some sun and have a few cold auldt drinks
	Pondtunes? (Preview)	Aug 11, 2008 by PondTunes
	Pondtunes, I have question on wiring subs? Parallel or series? I can't remember which way is the way to go for more power to drop a 4ohm down to 2 on a 2 ohm stable amp, and what is the wiring ++ -- or +- -+ Thanks, Glenn
	Temp sensor (Preview)	Jun 23, 2008 by PondTunes
	I have the factory installed depth guage, Lowrance LST-3800.It has the option to read water temp, of course being factory they take the shortcut/cheapness of not adding all features. The question is, is this just a plug and play feature such as adding this sensor 106-69? It is mid way down on the right...
	Engine Noise (Preview)	Jun 17, 2008 by PondTunes
	I have an 2004 185 Bayliner with the 3.0 Merc. There is absolutely no insulation on the inside of the dog house. I was in my buddys 195 Stingray this week end and noticed how quite his 4.3 Merc was. I looked inside his dog box and found what looked like a spray on insulation. Does any one know what this stuff i...
	Floor Replacement with Advantech (Preview)	Jun 12, 2008 by PondTunes
	If you're thinking about re-building the frames of your seats or possibly re-flooring a boat you would normally be replacing it with marine grade plywood. The only difference in marine plywood and non-marine plywood is it is pressure treated with a chemical that prevents rotting, and the price. T...
	The magic of a relay (Preview)	May 28, 2008 by PondTunes
	A relay is an electromechanical device used to turn on an accessory, they are typically used to remotely turn on a high current device.. The great thing about a relay is you can mount it near your device lets say a bilge pump and run much lighter gauge wires up to your dash for the actual switch... A relay s...
	Places To Shop - List good places to buy stuff! (Preview)	May 20, 2008 by PondTunes
	If you need ANYTHING for ANY size trailer/camper/hauler etc. you should check out http://redneck-trailer.com/ these guys have a huge inventory, and killer prices. I rebuilt the brakes on a customers trailer for half what I could had I shopped at one of the big chains like Tractor Supply... Th...
	Battery Wiring Diagrams (Preview)	May 14, 2008 by PondTunes
	Please refer to the following notes as you read along: *Note1 -> Single outboard engines tend to have charging systems that are not capable of charging more than one battery at a time.. If you plan on using your single outboard to charge more than 1 battery you should verify that your outboards char...
	Kanuter Valve ... (Preview)	Apr 25, 2008 by PondTunes
	I called the local Mechanic with a question as to why my motor was making a funny smell, he said it was probably the Kanuter Valve. So, I called the NAPA store and ask them if they still carried parts for an old Mercury outboard, I was kinda surprized they still do, anyway, I asked the fellow if they had a...
	Boat Wiring Issues & Tips (Preview)	Apr 24, 2008 by GlennW
	If you've got any questions regarding wiring, electrical troubleshooting or audio related questions feel free to ask! I'd be glad to offer any advice to fix your electrical nightmares!
	plastic rivets (Preview)	Apr 21, 2008 by Flair
	I need some plastic rivets in white need help where to find them
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