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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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    2026 R27 with Twin 150s

    I'm in the process of purchasing a 2026 R27 with twin 150s... Will likely close in a couple weeks. After watching Channel surfings recent video from the Seattle boat show covering the same model I'm now seriously considering the wireless hand held helm master ex upgrade. Anyone have any...
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    R23, how do you replace the windlass solenoid

    Hello, our windlass is no longer going up/down. We do hear it clicking. An electrician indicated that our solenoid needed to be replaced. We've found the solenoid attached to the front panel within the helm panel (assessible from the head). How do you access it to replace it. There isn't...
  6. AKSTEVE70

    ProMariner TruePower Combi 2500Qs

    I have a 2013 R29, with a ProMariner TruePower Combi 2500QS, I am installing new AGM batteries (Starter, Thruster, House). There is a setting for “AGM 1” and “AGM 2” on this charger/inverter. What is the difference and which should I selected for my new AGMs? I am researching Interstate...
  7. AKSTEVE70

    Upgrade to AGM/electrical system

    I am the owner of a 2013 RangerTug (R29). I am replacing the starter, thruster (both Universal UB121100 group 30H) and two (4D) house batteries. I am considering AGM for all. Is there anything I need to know or would need to do to the electrical system if I go this route? Thanks in advance...
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    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...
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    Prop shaft removal

    Hi there, For R25 W/ 1 1/4 shaft Wondering what is the size of the nut holding the coupling to the propeller shaft? Can’t visibly see it and can’t get a measuring tool between the coupling faces. Removing shaft to add a dripless seal and new cutlass bearing
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    Kicker fuel line

    I’m having a Yamaha T 9.9 kicker installed on my 2019 R23 at my local Yamaha dealer. I’m wondering if you can provide details on running the fuel line from the installed fuel tank through the transom, to the motor. Thanks, Mike Rolnick 9407581171
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    Winterization options

    Wish I saw this earlier. Will have to try it next year… https://www.instagram.com/reel/DSIT7U5DS1L/?igsh=MWpjNThiNjRia2dyMw==
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    Possible that negative solar is on thruster bank R27?

    2024 R27 NW I’ve installed a Victron shunt and moved every negative from the house bank over to a bus. What I did not find on the house negative, however, was the solar negative, despite what I believe is the solar positive being connected on the positive side of the house bank. Looking deeper...
  13. OverTime

    Holding tank gauge not reading

    Is there a fuse for the Tecma gauge that shows the holding tank level? Is there a different, or more common reason for the gauge not registering a level? Thanks.
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    r27 ob westerbeke belts

    I need to change the belts on my R27 ob westerbeke 3.5. Has anyone managed to change them without having to raise the westerbeke off the mounting deck ? Just from routine tensioning it appears that there's not enough working space to get the belts in, but looking for experiences that might...
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    R27 Classic Yanmar 180 - Are these factory lifting points?

    Wondering if these two threaded holes are the factory lifting points for the engine. Asking because I need to replace my motor mounts. The red arrows in the image:
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    Auto Leveling Trim Tabs

    Is Ranger Tugs researching the auto leveling trim tabs for the R25 like was done on the Solara S25 Coupe? If so, what solution does it look like might make it to the R25?
  17. D

    Seat clip replacement

    Hi there, is it possible to purchase a replacement black seat clip for my helm seat in my 2024 R-25 outboard? Mine had some give in it between the plastic clip and the metal latch so it had a tiny bit of give, and going through some chop with more of my weight shifting to the front of my seat...
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    All in length of R29?

    Does the factory have an all in - absolutely everything from the tip of the most forward protrusion on the bow swim step to the rearward edge of the fenders that are attached to the rear swinstep of an R29? I have very strict limits on my slip and my R27 with Rocna10 was measured at longer than...
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    Fuel gauge is dead on EC-21

    What kind of fuel sender is on an EC21? And anyone have experience removing it without taking out the fuel tank?
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    2021 Ranger Tugs R-27 Seadek

    Hey All I have a model year 2021 Ranger Tugs R-27. The seadek on the port side swim platform is delaminated from the deck. Does anyone know where to purchase replacement pieces for the seadek? If not, does anyone recommend any specific glue to reattach? Thank you for any help or guidance...

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