[Sea School vs. Mariners School]

My current schedule makes it impossible to do the full week deal. I wish I could. That's why I was looking at the online course. I can make that fit my schedule a lot easier.

A lot of good replies here. looks like both are good options.

Thanks to all so far and anyone else out there who wants to put their experiences on here.

Did you look into this online school?

http://www.marinersecampus.com/xcart/product.php?productid=1

[1993 Mako 181 Flats Boat]

Does anyone own a 1993 Mako 181 Flats Boat who can share first hand knowledge. Also possibly a electronic copy of a owner's / technical manual as well.

Right now I am trying to figure out everything possible about the boat before I get her underway! Any help is much appreciated.

You might want to try the Classic Mako web sight.

[Not impressed - 350 b3]

You shouldnt need a repower and Sea Ray is not in the habit of building underpowered boats.

I have heard just the opposite, there are a lot of underpowered Sea Rays out there. The main complaint of the owners are they sea trialed the boat empty. Bought the boat, loaded up all there gear and family, and the boat never performed like the sea trial.

So I think there is truth to both sides of the story.

[Not impressed - 350 b3]

Well if you pull your current power plant and drive system, I may be interested in them for a boat I am rebuilding...smaller and lighter.

Let me know,