Cobalt Boats Forum

". . . the anchor it seemed to be dragging along a tree or something."

Done that before. Reset the breaker and all was fine.

The more important question is: What did you do as soon as you felt the anchor dragging? It should never get to the point where the windlass quits working. There are various ...

". . . last registered in 2014."

I owned and renovated one very similar. Answering your question is tricky, and that registration date is why.

That Ford engine is solid. The floor damage you can see and figure out the cost of repair. The danger is what you can't see -- components that have been ...

Don't know about the kit. Be sure to buy marine hoses and clamps.

"Also can the cooling hoses be changed with the boat in the water?"

Much trickier to do if any of the hoses are below the water line.

I use a platform only cover. They're widely available.

". . . in hull type transducer."

Why that vs. a transom-mounted one?

"At that point the temp rises to what appears to be may be 200." "[T]his may be normal operation and she's good."

That is NOT normal and she is NOT good.

From the Owner's Manual:

"SHOULD WATER TEMPERATURE REACH 180 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT, YOUR ENGINE IS OVERHEATING AND SHOULD BE CHECKED IMMEDIATELY ...

Not given what you did and the symptoms.

There are sophisticated tests a mechanic can run.

"I hit a big log on the lake . . ." ". . . overheat situation happens."

I did the same thing.

Did you check the prop shaft? There are a number of ways that a bent shaft can cause overheating.

On his helm control system, the lanyard must be attached to start the boat.

". . . secure your vessel . . ."

Remove the lanyard and take it with you.

You have a sophisticated fob. I'd contact Yamaha, not the dealer.

Thanks for the update.

"The marine survey should provide me with the market value . . ."

Not really what a marine survey does. If you want a good MV number, hire a boat appraiser.

Had the same catastrophic failure, though much farther from home.

"(maybe some slight delays in shifting but barely noticeable)" -- and the same problem before the failure.

In my case, it was a bad shifter cable.

Symptom of bad shifter cable: "The boat may remain in gear even after the shifter ...

" . . . boat that we do love and roll the dice?!"

Go with your first love. But don't roll the dice. Get a marine survey. There are surveyors all over AL.

Thanks for the lead and all of your advice.

Marry Christmas.