New to Cobalt

[ph2ocraft]

No. You're not way off.... We laugh about the LED Cupholders here. BB and a few others must have the led Cupholders... But if you are like us and Thunder we are just concerned about drinking the cold beer! Stainless w/o LED is cheaper and gives your boat a nice little cosmetic upgrade.

OK
Led’s In the cups are out:-)
I do understand just drinking the beers and not setting them down at times...

[ph2ocraft]

That's really a good looking boat! I replaced my cupholders with the stepped stainless ones and I can fit a can in an RTIC coozy.
You can't replace the one in the armrest on the port side though. It's smaller and more shallow than all the rest.

Unless A7 has a solution? He's the resident 260 series expert. What I did for that side was install a stainless fold-up holder from Amazon. It mounts on the grab rail off to the side so my wife or passenger has a place to put their drink.

And yes, LED strips can be added to the top of your cubbies to illuminate the interior. I had mine done on my last boat and Driller just did it to his.

Thank You
That’s the approach I’ll take as we do enjoy night navigation on those warm summer nights.

[ph2ocraft]

The leds are in a plastic water proof holder in the bottom of the holder. I just use mine while I'm garage boating anyways. I don't boat much at night. I just think they look cool. Lighting over the holder is a great idea plus you can go with rgb lighting. Either way light them up. Thunder and katie never have time to put there drink in there so they don't need to find the holders.

LOL
Been there on occasion:-)

[ph2ocraft]

Just to add more to think about -
You can get light rings that sit under the cupholder lip.

Damn, of course you can.
I’m not even looking.
Well, maybe just for a second:-)

[Bfun220]

Here's some pictures to look at.

[ph2ocraft]

LOL
You’re evil:-)

[Ytmsn]

There are 9 not counting the one on the port side armrest. You can also install light rings around your speakers for intsrior light. And remember, we can help you spend your money better than anyone!

Also, if you go for any kind of lighting you may want a separate switch for the bow, or put them on a dimmer. Otherwise it's hard to see while underway at night.

[AsLan7]

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So I’m assuming the outer edge is 41/4 inches.
Anybody know the drilled hole size?

Some specs:

Heavy duty duty durable marine grade stainless steel
Cup holders are lab-tested for wet, salty conditions
Inside of the cup holder has narrow and wide stages (to accommodate smaller drinks like cans and larger cups)
Rust-resistant marine grade stainless steel
Rubber bottom liner and a small closable drain hole
Hole cutout required on boat : 3-3/4"
Inside diameter: 2-5/8" for small drinks (3-5/8" for larger drinks)
Outside diameter (lip): 4-1/4"
Height: 3-1/4" (4" with drain)

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I’m taking the approach of non stepped cup holders.
I’ve always found with the stepped holders a canned beverage has very little support.
I would prefer deeper straight cup holders so a cozy can be placed around the beverage.

The steps are preferred by our family as it accommodates drinks with koozies as well as without. Never had them pop out. Rarely a spill.

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What prevents the lights from shorting if you’re laying sweating libations on top of them?

No issues to be concerned about with LED lighting. They are both rugged and durable.

Whichever you choose, you can't go wrong upgrading over the old white plastic ones.
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[AsLan7]

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ANOTHER 260 SERIES OWNER!!!! YEEEEEEEEEHAWWWWWWWWW!!!!!!!!

Welcome to the CobaltChat forum, ph20craft. So glad you found us.

That model has such beautiful lines and looks so sexy in those pics (although I'm biased )
We owned a 2002 262 for almost 10 years with the Volvo Penta 8.1 GI (380hp). She ran 55-58 mph with 26" pitch props. Excellent hole-shot too.

LOVED that hull so much, that we sold her and bought the cuddy version (2005 263) which has your same 496HO engine and 26 pitch B3 props. She currently hits the rev limiter (approximately 5,100rpm) at 650 feet MSL elevation and 1.81 drive running about 62 mph.

With your higher ratio, 28's or even 30's would be appropriate. (I'm considering 28's). Like bbp said, once you get her on the water to test hole shot and speed at wide open throttle (WOT), you'll be able to better judge your needs. Pay particular attention to RPM's at WOT.

As you have read, there are some fantastic resources here regarding drive showers (highly recommended for the B3-- http://www.driveshowers.com/ brand), drive ratios, and prop recommendations. Thunder550 gave some excellent advice in your other B3 thread...viewtopic.php?f=35&t=822

Next you need to post a video!!! (sorry, we just cannot get enough).

And yes, I neeeeeeed aft seating cushions since I have quite a few folks on our beast. Unfortunately, your gray stripe will not match our interior. Still, great set up you got there. You are going to love that series!
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Again, welcome aboard mate!
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Did u ever get a quote to have them made? Was it reasonable?

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It's not so much the cost. I need the templates to copy. If I can find someone close to me with the cushions, I'll borrow them for that purpose.

[ph2ocraft]

There are 9 not counting the one on the port side armrest. You can also install light rings around your speakers for intsrior light. And remember, we can help you spend your money better than anyone!

Also, if you go for any kind of lighting you may want a separate switch for the bow, or put them on a dimmer. Otherwise it's hard to see while underway at night.

Great tip on the bow lights. I usually never put them up there as most wont go out when it’s chilly and we’re heading back in.
But the dimmer is smart and that’s what I’ll do.

[ph2ocraft]

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So I’m assuming the outer edge is 41/4 inches.
Anybody know the drilled hole size?

Some specs:

Heavy duty duty durable marine grade stainless steel
Cup holders are lab-tested for wet, salty conditions
Inside of the cup holder has narrow and wide stages (to accommodate smaller drinks like cans and larger cups)
Rust-resistant marine grade stainless steel
Rubber bottom liner and a small closable drain hole
Hole cutout required on boat : 3-3/4"
Inside diameter: 2-5/8" for small drinks (3-5/8" for larger drinks)
Outside diameter (lip): 4-1/4"
Height: 3-1/4" (4" with drain)

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I’m taking the approach of non stepped cup holders.
I’ve always found with the stepped holders a canned beverage has very little support.
I would prefer deeper straight cup holders so a cozy can be placed around the beverage.

The steps are preferred by our family as it accommodates drinks with koozies as well as without. Never had them pop out. Rarely a spill.

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What prevents the lights from shorting if you’re laying sweating libations on top of them?

No issues to be concerned about with LED lighting. They are both rugged and durable.

Whichever you choose, you can't go wrong upgrading over the old white plastic ones.
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Great information
Stepped holders ordered:-)
Thanks

[Ytmsn]

Ohhh you are hooked ph2o. You're ordering stuff and dont even have your boat yet!

[thunder550]

Ohhh you are hooked ph2o. You're ordering stuff and dont even have your boat yet!

x10

Welcome to the CC club buddy!

[ph2ocraft]

Ohhh you are hooked ph2o. You're ordering stuff and dont even have your boat yet!

LOL Right??!!

[ph2ocraft]

Ohhh you are hooked ph2o. You're ordering stuff and dont even have your boat yet!

x10

Welcome to the CC club buddy!

Does it help any to know it's on the way hehe