Leebert

How about one of these? http://www.actionweld.com/extendatop.htm I just emailed them asking for a price for my boat. LB

Thanks for all the replies! I do not plan to use auto cables, to me that was never an option. I also do not care to make them myself and would rather purchase a ready to install cable. All I need at the moment (that I know of) is about a 12-18 inch cable that ties a couple batteries grounds together. Sounds like there have been many good experiences from genuinedealz. This weekend I will go through the cables and compile a list of what I should replace. Again, thanks for the suggestions. LB

Like the title says. I'm looking to purchase a few quality marine battery cables. Is there a preferred online source anyone could recommend? Thanks, LB

What have you done to eliminate fuel, air or temp? LB

It was the galvanized cable. High Tide did NOT install the galvanized cable. It was a local hack named Jim. It was about 6 months old. I also would like to add that it was about 3 years ago and the lift is holding up very well. LB

I have the same lift. One thing I know for sure is check the cables for any rust or wear. I know they are stainless and are not supposed to rust but I had an issue with mine. The Dork that installed it apparently changed out one of the 4 cables with a galvanized one. I assume he needed a quality stainless cable for another project... My Grady Marlin came crashing down one evening about 6 months after the new lift was installed. Luckily it didn't hurt the boat or anyone. Just to be clear about this story, the dork that installed it was not a High Tide employee and after this no longer installs lifts for them. High Tide came out and replaced the cable after I reassured him I did not replace it with a lesser quality cable (why the heck would I do that???). For the record I would purchase another High Tide lift because of their service I experienced in this case. These are obvious but important safety tips: 1> Never, and I mean never let anyone on the boat while supported on the lift. The boat will bounce and weaken the cables. 2> Never go under the boat to service or inspect while it's on the lift. 3> It's also a good idea to stand away from the boat when raising or lowering it. My cable snapped while I was lowering it into the water. If you can, get a remote. I now stand 10+ feet away when the lift is in operation. Sorry for my rant but I am passionate about this. I had my 4 year old Son in the dinghy with me under the boat while I was doing fiberglass work two weeks before the cable snapped. I'm still mad at myself for being so incredibly stupid. Back to your question. I inspect mine for any corrosion every time I use the lift. Also wash the salt off the cables (after every trip) and grease periodically as a previous poster mentioned. It would be a good idea to get the user's manual for the lift for all the recommended maintenance. LB

The picture of the fish dinner looks great, except the can of Bud. Should be a Sam Adams, Anchor Steam or something more flavorful. LB

Are these the guys you are referring to? http://www.nwfloridaoutboard.com/ They rebuilt one of my 2001 Yamaha 250HP OX66s last year. I live in the Cape Canaveral area. I pulled the boat out on a Monday, they pulled the engine off, took it to their shop and installed the rebuilt engine that Friday. I have about 100 hours on the engine and it purrs like a kitten. They installed a new impeller to ensure good cooling and gave me 2 10 micron fuel filters as well. I'm a very satisfied customer and would certainly deal with them again. LB

Thanks for the input guys. I have a strainer for the AC but relocating it for both sounds like a great idea. LB

Hello all, I recently installed an AC unit in my Grady Marlin. The question I have is would you recommend a separate seacock or can I share one with the wash down pump seacock? I know I would need to put in a check valve so the air conditioner pump will not suck air through the wash down. I also would not be using both pumps at the same time. Just something about drilling extra holes in the boat I don't care for. Thanks! LB