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Recent content by 253SED

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    BLACK WINDSHIELD TRIM INSERT??

    haven't found anything yet...will check this out...Thanks again
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    97 Convincor 253 Tilt Helm

    WOW...thanks for the info..i cant wait to get started on this project..lol
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    97 Convincor 253 Tilt Helm

    just looked at there site...damn there is a lot to choose from...Do you happen to have the Kit # you used...which style cable.... ect...If not I can contact them directly and see what they have to say...but if you have the # perfect...you have installed and tried and know it fits and works...
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    97 Convincor 253 Tilt Helm

    thanks for the information...I will look into it...You are right..it is gonna be a bear...it looks very tight....im sure it will come out but will take time....did you have to change or modify anything to get the helm to fit inside the dash ...or was this part a direct replacement with good a...
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    97 Convincor 253 Tilt Helm

    Has anyone had to replace the factory Tilt Helm...If so...which Teleflex helm did you use....Have some slop in the wheel before drive actually moves...Everything else looks good...think it might be in the helm....A part number would be helpful also...Thanks in advance
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    Acculift Actuator

    I have been watching eBay but nothing yet.....everything but this model...go figure...will check with the company and see what they say...might be able to get a new one..
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    Acculift Actuator

    Anyone have a PV24188Q actuator they want to get rid of....This was used on alot of the convincors in the mid to late 90's...Motor is a MQ347 30.5 " center to center in the open position....Need a matching one to the one I have.....
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    BLACK WINDSHIELD TRIM INSERT??

    Thanks Matt.....Let me know what you find/get...
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    BLACK WINDSHIELD TRIM INSERT??

    Thanks...will check them out
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    BLACK WINDSHIELD TRIM INSERT??

    Not sure what it is actually called...but what is everyone using ...its the black rubber/foam piece that goes around the base of the windshield to hide the mounting screw in the frame...Hopefully someone has found something good to replace the original stuff...Talked with Kip and they no longer...
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    Do you know any place in or near Rockford where marine grade plywood can be bought..i am having...

    Do you know any place in or near Rockford where marine grade plywood can be bought..i am having my hatch redone and want to replace wood while its apart...I need a piece that is 3/8" thick.....just need one sheet..thanks for any info
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    97' Convincor 253 "lean"

    Seems that this boat is famous for leaning to the left at low speeds when up on plane and just cruising....Anyone found a fix.....I thought I saw a post about this at one time but cant seem to find it....any help is greatly appreciated...thanks
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    Convincor 253 Windshield trim(1997)

    has anyone found a place to buy the black foam type material that goes on/around the bottom edge of the windshield...it has been dry rotting and coming apart thru the years and needs replaced.....thought I read a post on here before about it but cant seem to find it.....thanks
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    DUST COVER FOR A 253

    Don't want a heavy cover...just a lightweight dust cover to keep on boat while in garage...something with elastic all the way around maybe...any idea where to get one.....1997 Convincor253.....What I'm finding stops around the 22-24 ft range.....
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    My 253 is for sale

    I have a 97 253 for sale also...25K..pics under my user name ..Havent even started yet this year...hopefully get started this week...
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