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rpd3 wrote: Tue Jun 02, 2020 11:35 pm

Holy Smokes wrote: Tue May 19, 2020 11:25 pm

Ytmsn wrote: Sun May 17, 2020 7:52 am Congratulations Smokes! And thanks for the clarity on your cover. I may be going there at some point. Towers and spiders don't mix!

Thanks YT! They pulled the cover from the previous owner's dock yesterday and scheduled to install on my dock next week. Can't wait!

Got to spend some time crawling all over it this past weekend. Changed all four fuel filters just for good measure (including the two $60 in-line filters! ) and changed the oil & filters (all 18 quarts! ).

I amazes me how original this 15 year old boat really is; right down to the cabin pillows, the refrigerator shelving racks and ice cube trays that were still wrapped in packing tape, to the OEM canvas eisenglass storage covers and the original winterizing instructions from Cobalt tucked away in a cabin storage drawer.

Also, had a chance to tryout the holding power of the anchor/windlass. This thing catches a LOT of wind. Dropped anchor in a long cove with a decent wind coming straight down the cove. Anchor held rock steady in the mud bottom and never hinted at moving.

To say the least.... I'm very pleased!

Was going to ask how much those covers run but it looks like you got a deal and it was included with the boat. Looking to get my dad a new cover for his 262 for fathers day so exploring all options! If anyone has an idea on the cost of one those covers, would love to know!

AsLan7 wrote: Wed Jun 03, 2020 8:01 am

rpd3 wrote: Tue Jun 02, 2020 11:35 pm

Holy Smokes wrote: Tue May 19, 2020 11:25 pm


Thanks YT! They pulled the cover from the previous owner's dock yesterday and scheduled to install on my dock next week. Can't wait!

Got to spend some time crawling all over it this past weekend. Changed all four fuel filters just for good measure (including the two $60 in-line filters! ) and changed the oil & filters (all 18 quarts! ).

I amazes me how original this 15 year old boat really is; right down to the cabin pillows, the refrigerator shelving racks and ice cube trays that were still wrapped in packing tape, to the OEM canvas eisenglass storage covers and the original winterizing instructions from Cobalt tucked away in a cabin storage drawer.

Also, had a chance to tryout the holding power of the anchor/windlass. This thing catches a LOT of wind. Dropped anchor in a long cove with a decent wind coming straight down the cove. Anchor held rock steady in the mud bottom and never hinted at moving.

To say the least.... I'm very pleased!

Was going to ask how much those covers run but it looks like you got a deal and it was included with the boat. Looking to get my dad a new cover for his 262 for fathers day so exploring all options! If anyone has an idea on the cost of one those covers, would love to know!

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Hey rpd3. Welcome to the Cobaltchat forum. So glad you found us!

What year 262? Post a pic or two.

Again welcome aboard mate!

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rpd3 wrote: Wed Jun 03, 2020 8:30 am

AsLan7 wrote: Wed Jun 03, 2020 8:01 am

rpd3 wrote: Tue Jun 02, 2020 11:35 pm

Was going to ask how much those covers run but it looks like you got a deal and it was included with the boat. Looking to get my dad a new cover for his 262 for fathers day so exploring all options! If anyone has an idea on the cost of one those covers, would love to know!

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Hey rpd3. Welcome to the Cobaltchat forum. So glad you found us!

What year 262? Post a pic or two.

Again welcome aboard mate!

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Thank you for the warm welcome!

It's a 2001. W/ Swim Platform, w/o the tower. I dont have any pics on me but will be heading to the lake this weekend so will grab some and post on Sunday

Table Rockin wrote: Wed Jun 03, 2020 9:32 am For comparisons sake, just buying a new mooring cover for you boat is probably what $1200-$1500 or so? Your buying the cover and the mechanics behind it plus installation. If you have a larger boat like Smokes this thing is super handy and worth the investment. For boats under 30'....most economical option remains covering yourself with existing covers.