general questions

  1. M

    weight of dingy lift

    on a r25 2024 model what is the added weight of a dinghy lift to the boat , including the hard bottom dinghy. Any suggestion on 4 blade prop what would be the best size. Current size 3 blade 15.5 X 16 . Looking for better stern lift and better fuel economy. I run boat at 7mph to 23 mph at...
  2. T

    Air Conditioner Replacement

    HIN: FMLC3006F718 The unit that services the stateroom is a Webasto unit and AC tec diagnosing no freon as components working. As you know this is a sealed unit. The unit is located under the passenger seat flat footrest. Based on your experience what is the recommended access point and...
  3. R

    S-250c Solara 250 Coupe Question

    Hi Ralf! We sold our Cutwater 28, and moved to our 2024 Solara S250 Coupe. I am adding AIS to the Solara, and I am wondering if you can tell me where the Garmin NMEA 2000 backbone is located so I can tie in my AIS. One other item. The boat did not come with the manual for the Raritan toilet. Can...
  4. T

    Automatic Fire Supression System for R-31 S

    A friend had an engine fire last weekend. This got me thinking about adding an automatic supression system to the engine compartment to my 2025 R-31 S. I understand the new R-29s have such a system. What is the brand, and component part numbers, used on the factory system?
  5. O

    Minn Kota Troling Motor for dingy

    I have a 2022 Ranger Tug 31S with dinghy and 6 hp Yamaha Outboard. I rarely use the dingy and if I do only for short trips ashore from anchorage. The Yamaha OB is getting difficult to lift for me even with OB lifter and a hassle to keep running when used so infrequently. I’m thinking of...
  6. R

    R27 Thruster

    After using the bow thruster heavily while practicing docking for about an hour, I turned the boat off. When I returned an hour later and turned the boat on and pulled away from the dock the bow thruster made a loud, screeching type of sound and gave no thrust. The boat (R27) is brand new...
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    • 2025 model year bow general questions maintenance r-27 (outboard) ranger tugs
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  7. D

    2023 R25 SeaEra head question

    Hi, Were wondering where the In-line strainer for the SeaEra toilet is located on our 2023 R25 ? We are not getting water flow into the toilet, the seacock is open and the Aqua Jet Wash Down System is operating normally. We are trying to determine what the problem is as the toilet was operating...
  8. B

    Spare bow thruster shear pin part number?

    2023 r27 outboard looking for a part number for the Lewmar bow thruster shear pin. Recommend a source?
  9. G

    Ignition Light Stays Faintly on After DC-DC Charger Installation

    Hello! I recently converted to a lithium set up and when I start my engine (180 hp IB Yanmar), the ignition light remains on faintly. I installed a 50 amp dc-dc charger and have been told that perhaps I need to install a second or possibly even a third dc-dc charger to correct the problem...
  10. American Flyer

    Past Model Owners Manuals

    On the factory web site under owners manuals, older models, the link for each boat only goes to a sales brochure. There is no access to any of the owners manuals. I know there were complaints about the consistency but they were better than nothing! Post a disclaimer if necessary but please bring...
  11. T

    Insurance

    When we purchased out R25sc at the Seattle Bat Show in 2015, Traveler's Insurance was recommended to us by Andrew C. We have been with them since then, but the annual premium has doubled in the past 3 years to $2,300. We have never submitted a claim. Is Traveler's still being recommended or do...
  12. M

    Kicker

    I own a 2019 R-23OB. I want to put a kicker on it. It has the installed motor mount on the swim platform. I’m not sure of the references for measuring shaft lengths. Will a Yamaha 15hp long shaft (20”) work, or do I need a 25” shaft. I ask because a local dealer has a new 2021 model that they...
  13. G

    Pairing remote for thrusters

    I recently bought a 2023 Ranger Tug 31CB, lux edition. I replaced the battery in the thruster remote, but I can't see how to pair it. Side power talks about a white button on a black box, but I can't find that on my boat. Where is it??
  14. 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...
  15. 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?
  16. 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?
  17. 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?
  18. 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...
  19. 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.
  20. 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...

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