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by A-Aron6
Sun May 11, 2025 9:16 am
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR
Replies: 12
Views: 15465

Re: Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR


". . . we didn’t run the blower . . ."

Always run the blower for a few minutes before starting. Every year, boats explode at the dock and at anchor because the person did not run the blower first.

"There is some mold/mildew . . ." Where specifically is the mold? The where determines the best ...
by A-Aron6
Sun May 04, 2025 10:59 pm
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR
Replies: 12
Views: 15465

Re: Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR

Titaniumboy wrote: Fri May 02, 2025 4:20 pm Wow, that is a gorgeous boat. The upholstery looks brand new, and the gelcoat looks pretty good also. Hard to believe she is 30 years old.
Thank you! We couldn’t be happier. We were planning on waiting a couple more years before purchasing one but this was too good of an opportunity to pass up.
by A-Aron6
Sun May 04, 2025 10:57 pm
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR
Replies: 12
Views: 15465

Re: Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR


Nice boat!

". . . rotate positions each year." Physically move battery A to position B and vice versa? If so, what does that accomplish that a battery switch can't do?

Test the bilge pump. Add an emergency back-up pump. Inspect carefully the flame arrestor. Clean or replace if necessary ...
by A-Aron6
Sat May 03, 2025 10:50 pm
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR
Replies: 12
Views: 15465

Re: Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR


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So glad you found us Aa6....and thank you for the pics too. We love them here.

How old are the batteries? Change the filters, fluids and fire her up. That 454 is old school but will sound good.

Check your trailer bulbs, brakes and bearings too.

And welcome aboard mate!

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Batteries are ...
by A-Aron6
Fri May 02, 2025 2:46 pm
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR
Replies: 12
Views: 15465

Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR

Hi All,

Proud new owner of a pretty clean and well kept 1995 272 BR. Currently sitting is 650 hours with a 7.4 (Carb) Mercruiser Bravo III. Looking forward to engaging with the group. Trying to do the rest of my homework on care and maintenance before asking the many questions rattling around in my ...