r-29 s

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    Engine mount lag bolts

    My 2017 R29 need the engine mount lag bolts tightened every 50 -100 hours. Engine has 1100 hours. Existing lag bolts are 3/8 x 2 with 5/8 head. One was stripped, so I put 1/2 x 2 with 3/4 head. How long can I go before I hit the fiberglass outer skin of hull? What material is the bolt...
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    Throttle won't engage?

    Hello We recently bought a new-to-us 2012 R-29 S. Finally got everything ready to leave the slip, and our throttle stays in Neutral and only moves backward. What am I missing/ doing wrong. Photo of throttle assembly attached. Thanks you. Eric Vaughter
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    R29 S Water Heater Circuit Breaker

    I recently replaced the Isotemp Spa water heater in our 2020 R-29 S LE, HIN 1300971. The gasket had failed on the front of the tank and was leaking water into the mid-berth area. After refilling the tank and checking for leaks (there weren’t any) by pressurizing the system with the water pump, I...
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    Hose from Strainer Piping to Shaft Coupling

    I was filling the engine fresh water strainer while the boat was on the hard and the seacock was closed I noticed that the water kept draining out. I then noticed that water was running out around the prop seal on the exterior. I then found there is a hose from the under side of the strainer...
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    Brand of anchor rope

    What is the brand of the 5/8 x 200ft 3 strand that you put on the current R29 today
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    Gel Coat Color Name

    Could you help me as I am going to order gel coat from Marine Coat One. On our 2015 R29 (new design) I am needing to match the color of the beige or tan aft cockpit deck - also is this the same as inside the cabin? They show a Caribbean Sand in the Ranger Tug colors?? Thank you! Joe
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    Want to add center wiper on 2015 R29

    Our (new to us) 2015 R29 has no center wiper installed. I found the wiring labeled for it and would like to install this center front window wiper motor and arm. I'm surprised this was not installed as all the other updated R29's have the three wipers?? What motor and arm/blade assembly is...
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    Corrosion on base/feet of cockpit table

    (Photo attached) I’m trying to clean up a recently purchased 2022 Ranger 29S…. It’s in pretty great shape, but the feet in the cockpit seem pretty seriously corroded…. I’ve seen this on several other late model Rangers. Does anyone know what metal these feet are made of? Can they be brought...
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    Strange cracking on 2021 29s near gold stripe

    Hello! Forgive me if this has been covered before… I did some searching and wasn’t able to find this mentioned. I was looking at a 2021 29s and noticed consistent hairline cracks above and below the gold band around the boat. Is this common? Does anyone know the cause or how best to deal...
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    Exterior Cabin Caulking

    I need to replace some of the original exterior white cabin caulk. What caulking was used by the Factory? Thanks! Mike
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    Recaulking Cabin Glass

    I have to replace caulking on some of the cabin glass, especially those on the overhead. Just want to confirm that the exterior seal is Sikaflex 295 UV which I can remove and replace without disturbing the window bonding adhesive? Thanks! Mike
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    Interior light Mfg or Part No? - 2016 R-29 S

    I am looking for the manufacturer or part number to source a replacement 12 volt LED on my 2016 R29s. This one, located above the head's mirror, took a bunch of trapped water from a leaking porthole exterernal seal. It fought valiantly but mother nature always wins.. Any assistance would be...
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    AC Retrofit in 2020 R29S

    I am working on retrofitting AC to my NW edition boat. From photos of a 2020 R29 with factory installed AC, it appears that (at least in some installations) there was an AC vent located in the V Berth on the forward bulkhead on the starboard side of the mirror. My contractor is interested in...
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    Buying R 29 S in Seattle, cost to transport to Hampton Virginia?

    Maybe buying a R-29S located in Seattle. Anyone have a general idea how much to transport it to Hampton Virginia?
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    R29 S fuel tank location and sender unit access

    Bad sender unit and need to know how to access it. Possibly want to replace fuel tank also. Old. Location and access to tank
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    Waste cap

    Where can I get a waste cap that is used on the new R29 . It has a flush lever and does not use a spanner wrench. Is it a direct replacement for 2017 R29 cap?
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    Can fuel tank drawing for R29 be provided?

    Do you have a dimensioned drawing for a 2017 R29S 145 gal fuel tank that you can provide? Also do you have drawing for plumbing and wiring the tank? Thanks Stan
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    R29 LE Hot Water Tank Winterization

    I have a new 2024 R29 LE and wanted to drain the hot water heater. Some of your materials indicate the tank has a drain valve. I accessed the tank in the cave and removed the panel only able to view the end of the tank. There are numerous PEX/PVC hose fittings and one Stainless Steel hose...
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    Canvas cover for winter storage of a Ranger tug 29S. Does anyone have a recommendation on where to find this?

    Any recommendations on where to purchase a cover for a Ranger Tug 29S 2018?
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    Broken porthole glass

    HIN: FMLT2902E021 Picked up a rock chip while towing our 2021 R29 home to Arizona. Looks like only the outer layer is broken. Can I order a replacement and how is it replaced?

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