Cobalt Boats Forum

Ok...I think I've confirmed the following:

We have a pump out - good.
We do NOT have a freshwater tank - meh.
We have to fill the porta potty with water manually - super meh.

Some real first-world problems here.

Yes, figured out today that the waste port twist pops up then it required me to utilize more of my manly strength to turn the cap off completely. This tells me that we DO indeed have the ability to pump out.

Now, how to figure out 1) if the container under the port cushion is the freshwater tank ...

No ski locker on a Surf as the center ballast box is there.

I see what might be a fresh water tank but the hose from it goes aft ward as it might for a transom shower…but we don’t have that either.

Your pump out port…does it twist pop up? Then is there some way to remove it to put a vacuum? Or ...

So, I’m lost. New boat and unfamiliar with heads and the various elements.

We have a porta potty that also has a hose (with upholstery vinyl wrapped around it) out the bottom right back. Does this mean we have the ability to pump it out?

We also have a waste port on the front port side but the ...

Just today replaced both bolts that hold the bail and front roller as one wobbled loose over time and fell out.

West Marine had the bolt and Lewmar parts, which is what my 2019 R5 Surf has on it. I wasn’t looking for parts like that but I did see several pieces of what looked like partial parts ...

2014 220S WSS

We have the stock 2-piece snap on bow and cockpit Tonneaus.

We also have the 1-piece black Moooring cover we use over off season.

Is there a 3rd cover that’s lighter, easier on/off, simpler that we can use for day to day during season? It doesn’t have to be as heavy duty as the ...

We replaced Cobalt tonneaus (bow, cabin and arch) with new from Cobalt last year - these are the factory snap ins and so far they're ok. Also just bought a Cobalt mooring cover (one piece, black) and other than a PITA to put on solo, it's nice.

Our 2014 220S WSS came with carpets that we replaced ...

Did you solve this? Same thing our 2014 220 this week. All accessories work but ignition won't get her started. Just a loud clicking, similar to what too low of a battery would sound like. Tried a jump pack...no love either. I guess too low of charge, pulled them both and bought new. Still don't ...

We too just bought a Cobalt mooring cover for our 2014 220S. The first time I put it on I swear it was too small but adjusting the nose, side, unbuckling both side clips, etc. and eventually it fits. But like other say, getting it over the final swim platform beltline is a bitch. And of course you ...

Love it and wish we had one. We rent a slip in Lk Washington and I'd totally go for a lift. If I may ask, what did you pay for it in total (unit, install)?

Aside, I a bit naive here so bear with me: I can hook up just one battery to start her up, yes? I presume with two you simply get the peace of mind that you have a spare that the power regulator is will redirect charge to when it needs so both are ready to go all the time. But, if I chose to run ...

Literally just bought two batteries yesterday for our 2014 220. West Marine "Starting 1000", Group 24.

Last two were from 2017 and would no longer get her to turn over. Irritating AF project given weight, access, navigating into the trays...super angering project.

Two other items came to mind:

Auto bilge: I’m unsure if we have that or not but need to check into it.

Fouling the hull: I read these terrible stories about not keeping boat in water for more than 30 days, antifouling paint is a must, bubbles and gel coat scares…are these valid in Lk WA? I see ...

I too will be, for the first time, wet slipping (but uncovered) this year in Seattle (Newport marina) with our 2014 Cobalt 220S. While she’s not the R6 I’m ridiculously jealous of you owning, I have some of the same concerns and curiosities about prep. We’ve had her her at the Lk Union SkyLaunch dry ...

Considering upgrading all stereo components (from stock) in our 2014 220S. Any suggestions for head units (preferably Bluetooth for iPhone streaming), speakers, amps…and has anyone made a bass work somewhere? Not sure we’re going as far as arch speakers but open to suggestions there too.

Thx