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    2018 D4 300I engine flush intervals ?

    It’s my inaugural year of owning this 2018RTCB. Completed fluids maintenance on generator and engine. Live in southern Chesapeake Bay, question: how often to freshwater flush the D4,generator and where to buy /size flush caps for intake or dyi adapter. Thanks in advance. Ken - Folie á Deux
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    • 2018 model year r-29 cb r-29 s r-31 cb r-31 s
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    Follow up on command bridge biminis

    Pre purchase research: I previously posted question on biminis for 2018 29 ft RTCB . Thank you Shane, who had outfitted with a 4 bow - 84” . My canvas guy ask about ‘ moment arm’ problems with either the 4 bows or 3 bows . Essentially the effect of the the top heavy Bimini on stability of boat...
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    • canvas r-29 cb r-31 cb r-43 cb
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    Bimini preference for command bridge on 2018 29 RTCB

    Hello all , Our ‘Folie á Deux’2026 project includes a CB Bimini. So to help us decide , á preference survey. Canvas makers are suggesting 3 bow or 4 bow , collapsible and fold down Or collapsible and standup structure. Also 7.5 ft of coverage or 9 ft that (that mayinclude some shading of helm...
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    • canvas r-29 cb r-31 cb r-43 cb
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    D4 - 300I replacement on engine zincs ?

    Have seen some YouTube on replacing zinc on D4-260 engine …is this the same on D4 300I ? If so how often and where … did not see this mentioned in 200 hr service or manual? Just finished my inaugural oil/ fuel and air filters changes on 2018 29RTCB D4-300 and next gen UMC-1 3.5( and changed...
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    Leaky sensor drain plug

    Hello all. 2018RT CB - new owner - completed my first oil/ filter change on D4 3000. Also primary and secondary fuel filters . Problem water sensor on secondary doesn’t snug fit and I get leakage from drain plug ? Can it be fixed with teflon tape ? I didn’t see any O rings when replacing the...
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    Replacement part for leaky water sensor?

    Hello all. 2018RT CB - new owner - completed my first oil/ filter change on D4 3000. Also primary and secondary fuel filters . Problem water sensor on secondary doesn’t snug fit and I get leakage from drain plug ? Can it be fixed with teflon tape ? I didn’t see any O rings when replacing the...
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    R31 CB Single Handling

    I'm considering moving from a 2023 R27 to a similar year R31 CB. I'm single-handed much of the time and wondering how difficult or easy people find docking when on their own. For those that do , and if you have the aft-helm, do you have a preference over the main or aft stations when...
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    Serice points for MDKBH Cummins Onan Generator

    Sorry about this, it's a sort of duh! question. I have a 2019 RT-31 with the genny noted in the title aboveI. I would like to service it for the first time (for me). However, I am having trouble finding some of the service point locations. I have taken off the top of the sound shield and found...
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    Masthead light

    Looking for a replacement for my masthead light. Currently have the Aqua Signal 25000-7 however trailering the boat and noticed the Lense came off. It's gone and so are any replacements from what I can see. Do you have a replacement model? Thanks Mike Gray
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    Winter solar

    Anyone have any thoughts or experience on using the solar panels to keep the batteries charged over the winter instead of taking them out and putting them on a trickle charger. Where I’ll be storing my boat this winter doesn’t have power. Wondering if the solar panels might do the trick over the...
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    Depth sounder transducer location on r-31

    Where is ther depth sounder transducer located on a 2019 r-31 cb? reading some posts about model years close to mine, it is behind the refrigerator. Is mine the same? Thanks
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    Solar

    I’m sure this is an old topic for some, and one I didn’t need to pay much attention too. We’re giving up our slip next year and going in a mooring at our yacht club. I currently have the 160 watt panel with the duo controller. I’d like to be able to keep at least 1 fridge going and the batteries...
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    Gel Coat Pattern Repair

    I have a 2019 R31CB that has a few dings in the deck’s gel coat. In order to repair it I need to know which non skid pattern was used so I can use a mold over the gel coat. What pattern was used? Looking at a company that supplies these molds the possible pattern is 106. See attached photo...
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    Solar panel

    I’m giving up my slip next season and staying on a mooring. I’d like to add a second solar panel to the cockpit roof. Can you let me know what I’d need for the installation. Obviously another panel to start, do I need to upgrade the controller? is there a kit that would include everything? I...
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    Main Engine and Air Conditioner High Speed Water Pickup Question

    Jared, Would you please confirm (or correct) my info on the 2015 Ranger Tugs 31CB main engine and air conditioner high speed water pickup thru hull part numbers. I believe the main engine water pickup thru hull part number to be Marine Hardware HSWP1.500-B, bronze 1.5 inch. I believe the air...
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    V-berth ambiance lights not working

    RT 31CB The LED strip lights below the bed are not working. Where do the wires go once they exit through a hole in the fiberglass? The wall switch won’t pull out to test for power because the wires seem too short. Suggestions?
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    2023 R31CB - Wiring Schematics Needed

    Hi everyone, relatively new Ranger owner here. Does anyone know where I can find schematics for the electrical wiring of a typical R31CB? I need to do some troubleshooting. The boat is equipped with an Orion-Tr Smart 12 V DC/DC charger to charge the engine battery from the alternator. The Orion...
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    Power Management Excel Spreadsheet

    I have watched the Power Management video several times and would like to download the excel spreadsheet referred to. Where can I go to get that?
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    Water inside hatch

    R 31 I have recurrent water accumulation in the side “rails” of the hatch just inside the cockpit door. None in the hatch itself. Cannot figure out where it comes from. Any idea where it is coming in?
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    Water under V-berth

    We have been getting a substantial amount of water collecting under the V-berth of our 2024 R-31 CB. It is not coming from the shower sump (haven't used the shower this season). I suspected an anchor locker drain blockage, but it's clear. The most water seems to accumulate after a rain...

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