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by CBO
Thu Oct 09, 2025 9:59 am
Forum: Older Boats and Series
Topic: 276 upholstery
Replies: 8
Views: 15723

Re: 276 upholstery

A buddy of mine was having his redone and the guy doing the work knew exactly what product to use after seeing the seats. From my understanding, Beluga is an industry standard and all manufacturers of Marine vinyl will produce it. It's hard to understand and sad at the same time, that Cobalt does ...
by CBO
Sat Sep 20, 2025 11:06 am
Forum: Volvo Penta
Topic: VP 8.1 GXI Trim Tilt
Replies: 14
Views: 23208

Re: VP 8.1 GXI Trim Tilt



I am the one that purchased the switch from bruceb58. Just buy the Mercruiser T harness, cut the plug off the Volvo switch and wire it accordingly. The red button will not be used in your application so there will be one spare wire. The Volvo switch is a much nicer looking switch and operates ...
by CBO
Fri Sep 19, 2025 9:41 pm
Forum: Volvo Penta
Topic: VP 8.1 GXI Trim Tilt
Replies: 14
Views: 23208

Re: VP 8.1 GXI Trim Tilt

I am the one that purchased the switch from bruceb58. Just buy the Mercruiser T harness, cut the plug off the Volvo switch and wire it accordingly. The red button will not be used in your application so there will be one spare wire. The Volvo switch is a much nicer looking switch and operates ...
by CBO
Fri Sep 12, 2025 8:41 pm
Forum: Volvo Penta
Topic: Transom Trim Switch for Volvo
Replies: 23
Views: 28899

Re: Transom Trim Switch for Volvo

There is a T harness for the trim switch. I used one from Mercruiser that was plug and play. This link shows a kit and the switch looks just like what comes from the factory. When I added mine I used the Volvo switch shown above, however I had to cut the round plug off and make my own plug that was ...
by CBO
Fri Sep 05, 2025 7:37 pm
Forum: Cobalt Boats General
Topic: Steering Acuator
Replies: 5
Views: 11917

Re: Steering Acuator

If you trace the cable to the front there should be a part number on it. Most likely it's a Seastar product but they have been bought out by Dometic. The part numbers are still the same at least 3 years ago they were. I tied a piece of rope on mine and pulled it out so I could order the correct part ...
by CBO
Sat Aug 30, 2025 9:13 am
Forum: Cobalt Boats General
Topic: Flooring / Sea Grass Replacement
Replies: 4
Views: 6662

Re: Flooring / Sea Grass Replacement

I went with this company and everything turned out very nice, no complaints.
https://corinthianmarine.com/?srsltid=A ... vw55GNYi3T
I ordered replacement Cobalt snaps from Gordy's Marine so it would look more factory.
by CBO
Sun Jul 27, 2025 10:45 am
Forum: Cobalt Boats General
Topic: Steering Acuator
Replies: 5
Views: 11917

Re: Steering Acuator

Some play is normal.
by CBO
Mon Jul 21, 2025 9:11 pm
Forum: Cobalt Boats General
Topic: Steering Acuator
Replies: 5
Views: 11917

Re: Steering Acuator

I would start by disconnecting the actuators and see if the drives turn freely. You should be able to turn them with little effort by hand.
by CBO
Wed Jun 18, 2025 8:30 pm
Forum: Older Boats and Series
Topic: 2013 262 SD WSS secure starboard bow vent to hull
Replies: 3
Views: 7590

Re: 2013 262 SD WSS secure starboard bow vent to hull

A picture would help. Are you referring to the horn grille? If so the horns are attached to a bracket that has threads for those screws. You will most likely need someone on the inside to hold the horns in place to line up the screws.
by CBO
Sat May 17, 2025 9:58 am
Forum: Cobalt Boats General
Topic: Steering Actuator (VP)
Replies: 1
Views: 1305

Re: Steering Actuator (VP)

Not sure on your specific model, however I replaced mine without pulling the motor. If I were doing it again I would switch to a hydraulic steering system.
by CBO
Sun May 11, 2025 11:00 am
Forum: Member Introduction and Photos
Topic: Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR
Replies: 12
Views: 15257

Re: Hello from Iowa - 1995 Cobalt 272 BR

I’ll look into a new cable asap since it is probably the original. Definitely don’t want to be stranded out in the water. Any recommendations on where to source one outside of local boat shops/mechanics?
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It's more than likely a SeaStar (Dometic) product. Id pull the old one out to get the ...
by CBO
Sat Apr 19, 2025 10:25 am
Forum: Older Boats and Series
Topic: Gelcoat match
Replies: 29
Views: 11454

Re: Gelcoat match

I know this question was for DEcosse, he gave me some great pointers when I was doing my repairs. Not sure if he's around anymore, I saw that his boat was for sale at one point. The patch paste is all you need for that repair. The instructions say to mix 1oz of material, I would suggest that you mix ...
by CBO
Sun Apr 06, 2025 9:49 am
Forum: Cobalt Boats General
Topic: Boat oxidation
Replies: 12
Views: 5185

Re: Boat oxidation

If you do exactly what this guy says, it will turn out with a like new finish on the gel coat. As for the drives, be sure to use Volvo OEM paint as well as Volvo clear coat.
https://www.youtube.com/@Local_Boydidgood