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New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Sat Jul 06, 2019 4:10 pm
by Jgeorger22
We are proud new owners of a 1994 Cobalt 252. We brought the boat back to Buffalo from Lake Geneva lake in Wisconsin (We bought it at Gordys in Fontana).
We’ve had an amazing time so far and we are looking forward to engaging this site to answer a few questions we had.
Thanks for having us!
John and Jen
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Sat Jul 06, 2019 4:25 pm
by Islander208
That's what it's about right there in the bow seat, smile says it all. Congrats and welcome from San Antonio.
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Sat Jul 06, 2019 6:00 pm
by tgrace98
Welcome from Missouri!
Looks like the family is enjoying it! I’ve seen a bunch of 252’s on the lake before and they are great boats.
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Sat Jul 06, 2019 8:03 pm
by Driller
Welcome from Austin.
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Sun Jul 07, 2019 3:39 am
by akorcovelos
Gordys is my back yard, that’s a haul! Welcome from Illinois and fellow 252 owner. Legend says the 252 is the greatest boat Cobalt ever made, and don’t let the naysayers here try to convince you otherwise!
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Sun Jul 07, 2019 8:28 am
by Big Block Power
Welcome. That's the only fishing pole allowed with that smile. Nice job
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Sun Jul 07, 2019 7:45 pm
by NautiGirl
Welcome from KY! Love seeing that NautiGirl in training up front ready to roll!
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Sun Jul 07, 2019 8:31 pm
by cmattj
Welcome from California! Great first pics as the family smiles are what this is all about.
Now tell me that is not the trailer for her?. It’s obviously set up for a 27-28 . The bow stop can be moved and a single roller installed as it needs to support the nose slightly to prevent bouncing and hull deflection. 2nd issue it appears as it was for a larger boat the bunks are running off and in the lifting strakes of the hull. Those can be cut and re welded in the right spots.
Other than that it’s a great model and the perfect package for comfort and performance!
Congratulations.
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Sun Jul 07, 2019 8:34 pm
by Big Block Power
cmattj wrote: Sun Jul 07, 2019 8:31 pm
Welcome from California! Great first pics as the family smiles are what this is all about.
Now tell me that is not the trailer for her?. It’s obviously set up for a 27-28 . The bow stop can be moved and a single roller installed as it needs to support the nose slightly to prevent bouncing and hull deflection. 2nd issue it appears as it was for a larger boat the bunks are running off and in the lifting strakes of the hull. Those can be cut and re welded in the right spots.
Other than that it’s a great model and the perfect package for comfort and performance!
Congratulations.
Come on Matt yours doesn't fit like that. Mine is the same way.
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Mon Jul 08, 2019 8:47 am
by Ytmsn
Welcome from Oklahoma! Agreed, that smile makes fishing with a pink pole soo worth it!
The 252 is a great model! Several members with them on here, but dont listen to akro mush. He's drank the koolaid and doesn't know any better. Clearly the 260 series is the best.
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Tue Jul 09, 2019 11:49 am
by ajcampen
Welcome from chq and ohio
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Tue Jul 16, 2019 1:39 pm
by Jgeorger22
Ok Cobalt experts i have a question.
What does everyone think is the proper prop size for my 252 with the 7.4 liter Mercruiser 454 big block with a bravo one outdrive? We do some skiing and tubing, and we believe our RPM’s are getting too high with the 21 pitch 3 blade 5500 rpms. The breather on the valve cover is leaking a bit of oil full out for extended rides, and I believe the prop could be the issue. Please let me know what you think.
Re: New member - Buffalo, NY
Posted: Tue Jul 16, 2019 5:43 pm
by Big Block Power
I think your spinning way too many rpms. Without one a ton of info here. Like what year engine. 454 mag or just a normal 454. What gear ratio. How hard to you want to push it I guess. I think 4600 is prob your Mac you should be going for. Maybe 4800. If you want to run a 3 blade the mirage plus is a nice prop and prob need a 25 pitch maybe get away with a 23 but I don't know.