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Try oceandynamics.com . They are in florida, but do a lot of customwork including glass on boats. They were able to help me with a vent window frame extrusion for a 1986 Sylvan. Jack

When attaching the " stub" to the drive unit be sure to line up the small indent on the stub with the one on the drive unit. this assures alignment of the tapped screw holes. Also torque the screws per the instructions and use a small amount of temporary ' threadlock'. I also use anti seize lube on the drive stems so that you don't have to beat up the drive unit if you have to remove it. Maintaining a heading at slow speed in rough water is difficult if you are trying to use a kicker motor. The unit just works too hard, like you would if you were manually steering. Switch over to your main motor and use a drift bag if necessary. Other than making the steering stiffer, the SPX 5-R units generally work pretty well. I have had one for six years.

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1986 Sylvan Offshore 22 w/3L I/O Mercruiser. Galvanized Tandem axle Cox Trlr w/ surge brakes, & good tires. Evinrude 15 HP longshaft kicker. Boat's interior was completely gutted and redone in 2017 - new floor and bulkhead; new cockpit panels and motor box; new cabin berths and ceiling. much new wiring. New exhaust manifold in 2016. Bimini style top. The canvas side panels and cockpit cover are five years old. Boat has two Big Jon elec downriggers, multiple rod holders, removable aluminum " Rocket Launcher" w/ flood light, Lowrance VHF radio , Lowrance HDS-7 Fishfinder, Moors Sub Troll w/new probe, Richie compass, Aluminum Outboard motor bracket, two planer boards and masts,dual batteries w/ selector switch and Ganz 12 watt solar panel. Boat handles , tows, and runs well. Great boat for fishing Lake "O" or Lake Champlain. - $ 7,000

Hi, Can't tell from photos - Do these snap on to the main line or do they have to be threaded on the main line ? Also , are they designed to work with mono or braid or both ? Thanks, Jack

LOCATED IN WESTERN MASS ( WESTHAMPTON) JACK

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SOLD 1997 Polaris Indy Transport - Long Track ( 144 in) - 440 Fan . Good condition . Have owned since new. 1,000 miles -Used only for ice fishing and hunting. Very little use last five years - SOLD

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The floor is 1/2 inch Marine Plywood which I sealed with penetrating epoxy and covered with Nautolex vynil. Jack

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How old and any binding issues with the drive ? Thanks, Jack

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IS THIS BRAND NEW OR RE-FURBISHED ? WHY ARE YOU SELLING ? THANKS, JACK

I would also recommend staying with 1/2 inch panels . If you use 3/4 inch make sure you check all the other interior panels for fit before you do the finish covering. I used marine grade plywood and coated it with penetrating epoxy. A little more expensive but a better job, and let's face it, a new floor is a lot of work and time.Also, all of these older Cuddy cabins retained a lot of moisture, especially if covered with vynil. While you have the floor out, consider improving the drainage in the hull. The poured in foam leaves no space for bilge water to drain to the rear. One solution i have seen is to create a two inch channel down the center of the hull and inset some of the plastic wool used by roofers when installing a "cap" on a roof. You can then refill the channel with foam. Any water you get below the floor will then drain easily to the back bilge pump. Best of luck.

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Already own a 23 footer ? If not , would you consider a trade ?

Vetting, I have also been having problems with my sportpilot steering as the unit becomes tight and almost binds when in manual mode. Where would the spacers be placed ? There seems to be adequate clearance between the wheel and the drive unit. I have also re torqued everything. The standard steering is very easy when the sportpilot is removed. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks , Jack

BOAT HAS NOT BEEN SOLD YET. Jack

Model and size of reel ?