Happy Days are Here Again

[DocJoe]

We got our 2019 R23 delivered and she’s sitting in back yard on her trailer. Such a nice boat!

We’re gonna buff the oxidation off the hull then take her to local marina yard for bottom job. Then we launch! Can’t wait for that day.

Factory applied a Vinylester bottom barrier. Do we need the marina to also apply a barrier coat? Will apply two coats of bottom paint.

Also, the port sliding window knob is broken (came in a small plastic body bag). Broken in three pieces. Where can we purchase a replacement? Tried RT Parts Dept but had to leave voice mail and no return call.

So happy to have this little tug and be on this Forum. Much to learn.

Joe and Kim in NC

 

[RThorn]

Congrats. We just had our 2019 R23 delivered to us 2 weeks ago! Waiting for bottom paint in late December
Never been painted before. Cant wait to get it in the water.
Randy & Patti
Olympia, WA

 

[Capt’nKarl]

Congratulations! Id get an opinion from the people at the marina about the bottom paint. I think a factor would be whether you keep the boat in the water or on the trailer/storage. The window part might be hard to find. I think Ranger stopped supplying parts. Maybe they can give you a source. Enjoy your boat!

 

[DocJoe]

Follow up to my search for a 'window knob' --

RT's Part Dept came through for me (https://www.zoro.com/jw-winco-gn8227-39 ... /G4671444/). This company (Zoro) supplies the exact part, it's the Mini Indexing Plunger. $8 + shipping, and I bought two.

A big thank you to Amittay who persevered and located the part and the supplier.

Amittay Mendez l Parts Department
Ranger Tugs l Cutwater Boats
253-839-1150 Opt 2

Calm seas and a soft wind,

Joe

 

[zekeandboone]

Amittay is amazing!!