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  1. O

    Service records for a new to me R27OB

    I recently bought a R27OB. I’m the second owner. Although it came with all the manuals (except the boat owners manual - is it only available in electronic form?) it did not come with any service records. The boat has just over 25 hours and it would be good to know if the lower service has been...
  2. F

    R31-S windshield wipers

    Hello, I recently purchased a 2014 Ranger Tug R 31. All 4 windshield wipers are not clearing the windows. It seems the spring tension is not there to hold the wiper against the window. Is there a spring tension adjustment? or would i have to replace all 4 springs?
  3. F

    R31 S Windshield wiper adjustment/spring replacement

    Hello, I recently purchased a 2014 Ranger Tug R 31. All 4 windshield wipers are not clearing the windows. It seems the spring tension is not there to hold the wiper against the window. Is there a spring tension adjustment? or would i have to replace all 4 springs?
  4. Canyonbat

    R-29 Bowsprit

    Can the forward swim ladder bowsprit on our R29 S be removed in order to make the boat fit into a 33 ft max length slip? How awful will ir look?
  5. P

    Bow Thruster Shear Pins for a Ranger Tug R25

    Sorry to bother you guys with this but I could not seem to find an exact match for this in the general discussion search. Going through my R25 books this weekend I could not find the book on my Thruster. Since I dont know the make and model I cant order the shear pin. My Hull # FMLT2506G425...
  6. On A Tiny Island

    S-310 SB Love

    Hi gang, Can you please add the 310 SB model to the Tags list and elsewhere so that I can list it in my profile? Also, the 2026 year in the year list? And lastly, the Solara tag doesn't work. Thanks in advance.
  7. R

    Operation of cabin heater in '07 R21-EC

    What is the process to operate the heater in a 2007 R21? I've looked over the manual and it only indicates that there is a heater but no mention of how to operate same. Is it best to start the engine first and let it reach operating temperature before throwing the so-called switch? Is there...
  8. R

    throttle and steering controls need more tension

    On my 2010 R-25 is there any way to increase the tension in the throttle as it accelerates too quickly especially from neutral. The steering also tends to allow the boat to wonder rather than following a true course?
  9. G

    Auxiliary power

    I need information on installing auxiliary power (for trolling and emergency) on a Ranger R-29. Thinking of mounting on the swim platform.
  10. M

    '18 CW28 nightmare - need HS63AE - C transmission

    After just under 600 hours of conservative operation at about 70% at displacement speeds, my transmission failed and left me stuck mid-cruise. It will not shift into either forward or reverse gear from neutral. Sometimes it will shift with an ugly clunk after a significant increase in RPM...
  11. Capt Rob

    Radar cable routing

    I need to replace the radar cable on my 2010 Ranger 25 classic. The technician is asking . What is the easiest access and the route for that cable?
  12. Capt Rob

    MASE 2.5K Generator Exhaust Issues

    Ahoy Factory Help, I hope all is well with you today. I have recently purchased a 2010 Ranger 25 Classic. It has a MASE 2.5 K generator installed. When I run it, I smell exhaust fumes inside the cabin with the door closed. I am wondering if you have some helpful hints on how to trace an...
  13. L

    R23 Battery Installation

    My R23 was hauled at one marina but was transferred to another and the battery connections weren’t labeled when the batteries were removed for winter storage and maintenance. New marina technician isn’t sure how to install the batteries. Help! HIN: FMLT2337I819
  14. M

    Replace house bank with Lithium batteries

    I have 2023 ranger tug 25OB with standard battery configuration 2 house 1 started 1 thruster Is it ok to replace floater house batteries with Lithium batteries. with the same AH 100 each and then set the ABSO charger to the correct setting?. My ABSO is a 20a 1220 model. Does any thing...
  15. S

    2019 Ranger Tug R27 OB lift bunks

    I’m in the process of buying a Ranger tug 27 outboard. I plan to keep it on a boat lift and wondered how far apart the two bunks should be? Any additional insight for keeping the boat on a lift would be appreciated! HIN - FMLT27606919 Thanks, Scott McKinley Norfolk, VA
  16. Mama_mia

    Extra E-Key

    We recently purchased a new to us 2018 Ranger Tug R29S that only came with one e-key and door key. Is there a way we might purchase another as a spare just in case our one and only gets lost? Thank you very much for your help!
  17. M

    Brand of anchor rope

    What is the brand of the 5/8 x 200ft 3 strand that you put on the current R29 today
  18. American Flyer

    Fuel Tank Vent Brand

    Hello, Could you please tell me the brand of the "flush fuel vent" on Fluid Motion boats and possibly where you source them from? It looks like they are either Sea Dog Corporation or Whitecap Industries. Also, do you use the same size and brand on all the Fluid Motion boat models? Thanks...
  19. S Scott

    Fresh Water Head Conversion

    Hi. I want to convert my head in my R27 OB to a fresh water flush and was looking for options. Would it be an easy option to close the raw water valve and disconnect the hose where it connects to the strainer and re-route that hose to a T connector that I would add to the fresh water line that...
  20. A

    Sun visor fastener failures

    The two inboard screws securing the sun visor have failed. One stripped out, the other sheared off about 3/8” from screw head. I suspect this is cyclic fatigue induced from wind buffeting while towing at highway speeds but that’s just a guess. Anyone else run into this? Repair...

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