r-27 (outboard)

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    Black Tank Fluid Level in Inspection Hole

    When viewing the black tank through the inspection hole, is the white part the fluid level as shown in the attached picture? 2021 R27 LE.
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    R27 Stereo and speaker upgrade

    I have a 2024 R27 and want to know the best plug and play stereo and speaker upgrade for inside the cabin which fit easily and be a simple install.
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    RIB for R27-Outboard ... which ones pros and cons?

    I am new owner of R27 and am getting the Fluid Motion factory davit kit. What are the recommended RIBs to get here? Perhaps one fiberglass option and one aluminum option? Which tube type, PVC or other?
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    2023 R-27 Adhesive for Rubberized Deck Panels

    The other day during a strong wind the decking panel near the swim platform blew off. Can anyone tell me what type of adhesive I should use to reinstall the panel and how to apply ? There is non-skid decking underneath. Thanks.
    • greyorca
    • Thread
    • 2023 model year maintenance r-27 (outboard)
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Chat
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    Victron VRM access

    I just took possession of my 2025 Ranger 27 today. Love it. I can see the batteries fine when I'm on board if my bluetooth is connected. But now I'm trying to connect with the VRM. I found the 12-digit, entered it following the steps at https://vrm.victronenergy.com/add-installation, but the...
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    R-27 Helm Seat sliding latching mechanism.

    The latching mechanism for the sliding function on my 2025 R-27OB doesn't "catch". How do I access the slider under the seat to repair or replace it? US-FMLT2744K425 Thank you.
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    Removing black shoe marks on aft cockpit deck

    Hello, I have a 2023 R-27 with the soft brown deck material in the aft cockpit. There are a few markings from black running shoes that I haven't been able to remove with deck wash. Tried Simply Green as well. Do you have any suggestions? Many thanks!
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    Cigarette lighter receptacle power source?

    2019 R27 OB questions: #1. I want to rig a non-permanent starlink mini set up and want to use the 12v car charger port in the cockpit to power the dish—is the 12V cigarette lighter plug in the cockpit run off the starter or thruster batteries or the house bank? #2 I have a small 113 Watt hour...
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    Cigarette lighter receptacle power source?

    2019 R27 OB questions: #1. I want to rig a non-permanent starlink mini set up and want to use the 12v car charger port in the cockpit to power the dish—is the 12V cigarette lighter plug in the cockpit run off the starter or thruster batteries or the house bank? #2 I have a small 113 Watt...
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    2019 R-27OB starter/thruster and house batteries?

    Hi Jared, I’m replacing the batteries in my RT27OB and I want to make sure that I am getting the right size and group. The batteries in the house bank are Interstate 31AGM 7 and the starter/thruster battery is the same dimensions and like the same size but a different brand. Are these good...
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    Ranger 27 Swim Ladder

    Hello, Is the swim ladder screwed in or bolted to the swim platform? Mine needs to be replaced, it is very rusty, and I am wondering if I need to access the top of the swim platform under the raptor deck to get at nuts for bolts? Thank you Colin Walsh
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    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...
    • RickDB
    • Thread
    • 2025 model year bow general questions maintenance r-27 (outboard) ranger tugs
    • Replies: 12
    • Forum: Ask the Ranger Factory
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    Mast single light bulb cover

    Ranger tug R-27 outboard, 2018, My mast light cover ended up missing? Blew off or ? In need of a new one, small round cover that twists on. Any suggestions on how to get on or locate on, Thanks, Rob Jannetti. Sequim.
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    Electric horn replacement parts?

    Ranger tug R-27 (outboard) 2023 model year. The rear cover for one of the Fiamm electric horns has fallen off and gone missing. The horn(s) are A23 Airtone model. Do you know of a source to replace the missing part without having to buy an entirely new set of horns?
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    R27 outboard garboard drain plug size?

    What size and what kind of drain plug do I need to replace the one that came with the boat? HIN FMLT2733J819
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    Drain plug leak?

    After trips where the boat didn’t really have to deal with seas or spray except on the hull, I notice that there is about a quart and a half or a half gallon of salt water in the far after bilge area right where the pump sits. The mid bilge by the second pump is just a bit damp as though a...
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    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?
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    CO monitor alarm is super sensitive—help!

    The CO monitor alarm in my boat seems overly sensitive. It sounds when I am taking fuel and the Yamaha F300 engine has been off for a minute or two. In addition the alarm sounds (loud and distractingly obnoxious) when the boat is leaving the dock or taxiing slowly around the harbor—even with...
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    2023 R27 300HP outboard Steering

    My 2023 R27 Steering slip a couple of times when turning either direction. I tried to locate my hydraulic fluid reservoir behind steering helm and under steering helm. Please pass on the location. I need to check the fluid level to eliminate why the steering slips while turning outboard.
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    Attaching the Bimini 2023 R27

    I have the Bimini for the aft cockpit off for repair. Do you have any tips for reinstalling it easily (i.e. without trying to stretch it manually)? There appear to be small screws on some of frame parts. Are these to adjust tension in the frame? If so which ones do I adjust? Thanks in advance.

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