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    location of 2022 R27 OB freshwater tank

    Hello Ranger Tug Fluid Motion, I had to replace my leaking hot water tank. I am now trying to prime my freshwater system with no success. I checked the filter at the pump intake, there are no plastic shavings. I am not able to remove the filter from the intake hose to blow into the hose to...
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    Tecma toilet pump access

    On my 2023 29S, what’s the best way to access the toilet raw water pump for testing. I can see it way forward in the starboard lazerette, but there’s no way to reach it from that access point. Thanks.
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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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    Tiller arm.

    Good day. I am an owner of 2016 R 25 SC The tiller arm on the my tug moves from port side to starboard side from center position not in the equal distance. I am checked manuals from Ultraflex for my cylinder and it states it must be equal distance. What problem it can be?
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    R-27 OB clearance height above waterline

    I am wondering if anyone has measurements for the in-water bridge clearance for the R27 OB. Looking for two measurements: 1) with the radar mast up? 2) with the radar mast lowered on its hinge? Thanks in advance!
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    Factory dinghy replacement oars 2022 R-31S

    Could I get information for replacement oars for 2022 R31 factory supplied dinghy? I would like them to attach to the bolts that are on the dinghy already, and all companies I have talked to ask about the brand of the dinghy and that is nowhere to be located. Thank you
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    R27 Velair AC Not cooling

    Just took delivery on a 2026 R27 with twin 150's. The Velair AC does not cool properly. A few observations. Cabin is 82 degrees, If I set the thermostat to 72 the fans come on and blow air but it is not cool, compressor doesn't kick on and no water pumps. It will only begin pumping and...
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    Generator Removal

    Is it possible??? I need to do some rather extensive work....lots of rust in the unit and ....its dead as a door nail. I've narrowed the issue down to a 10 amp start control fuse but it is absolutely impossible to access while the unit is on-board. Has anyone else successfully removed theirs...
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    2022 R27 fresh water system hot water tank replacement

    Hello fellow Tug Nuts, Has any R27 300OB owners replaced their hot water heater? Our 2022 R27 300OB hot water heater is leaking and our freshwater pump will not prime (continues to run) due to not holding pressure. I do not see a bypass valve on my water heater and I am not sure the proper way...
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    2022 R27 Ranger Tug 300OB water heater

    Ranger Tug, From the 2022 R27 specification sheet, my hot water tank is a 5.3 gallon isotemp and does not have any bypass valve for taking the tank out of the freshwater system. My hot water heater tank has failed (leaking) and my freshwater pump, I think is a (3GPM Shurflo Aqua King model) ...
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    R23 Dinghy Lift?

    I have a 2017 R23OB. I understand that there is no tilting dinghy rack for this model, but what about it doesn't fit the R23? Is it something I can modify on my end? I have metal fab capabilities, but I'm thinking it might be easier to start with the stock rack (perhaps the one for the R25?)...
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    2022 R27 Ranger Tug windshield wiper replacement

    Our starboard side windshield wiper arm completely separated from the metal arm. All that is affixed to the windshield is the swing arm and flat metal shaft. It appears I need a 14inch replacement BUT do i need the entire wiper arm OR of can I somehow remount the wiper replacement on the...
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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...
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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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    Fuel Line for Kicker

    With the factory mounted kicker on an R-23, how do you run the fuel line to the fuel filter for the main tank?
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    Kicker Fuel Line to Fuel Connection Outlets at the Main Engine on Ranger Tug R-23

    I'm installing a 9.9 kicker on my 2020 Ranger Tug R-23. I noted on another thread the option of tapping into the main fuel tank through the water seperator. But I note that at the engine there is a T-connecror (for lack of a better term it's actually more like an H) with one end capped. Can a...
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    Installing an outboard motor mount

    I've purchased a Bolton Bear Claw motor mount for my 2020 Ranger Tug R23 and I had a question about installing it. The attached photo shows the cut-out area on the port side of the swim deck and I was wondering whether the bolts for the mount should go through the cover of the cut-out and out...
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    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...
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    Tecma head with false full red light

    2023 32CB with Thetford Tecma head. Red full light permanently lit in spite of tank empty. Emergency flushing works. I did the following, as I am at sea long term for next month: 1. 12v breaker reset, multiple times 2. Check tank with bright light. No obstructions. 3. Cut one wire to high...

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