Cobalt Boats Forum

I've ended up with a trailer for 2002 R8 (non surf model).
Can send pics if needed.. PM me or text 423 five zero 6 142eight.

check out page 104/134 or page 4-4

https://cobaltboats.com/art/manuals/2008_282_OM.pdf

I got you... as soon as my boat gets back in the water I can measure and provide photos... PM me

I have one made... just saw this message.

Used a local custom boat shop. Don't have any pictures, will get some this summer when boat is in use.

I have a triple axle trailer for my 282... magic tilt it's 102" wide and has a 9000 pound load capacity.
Trailer only weights 965 pounds (aluminum)

The tires when making tight turns, do flex a TON.... I upgraded to 15" wheels

https://magictilt.com/aluminum-trailer/als-series-triple-axle-aluminum ...

I’d start by trouble shooting the switch

I just had a set made for my 2002 282.

Local shop in TN

Clean Bilge... what is Roll Off ?

My bilge needs to be that clean !

Put a new Fusion Apollo in boat and have this factory smoke colored translucent door.

$25 shipped anywhere in lower 48.

Was on my 282 and is in decent shape. Can send more pics if you are picky. It’s a 20 year old piece of plastic, boat has been under cover its entire life and part is in decent ...

I'm in TN, it doesn't get *that* cold.

My procedure is below.

1. Connect muffs and fresh water. Idle engine until it reaches operating temperature.
2. Drain raw water pump on front of engine and other hoses.
3. Pull drain blocks on engine
4. Put plugs back in and reconnect hoses.
5. Fill ...

Cmattj - you sold your 282 ? What ???

What are you in now ? how much did she sell for ? with our without trailer ? (pm me if you don't want to post publicly)

got a 282 with twin Volvo 5.7 GXi's @ 320 hp each... my top end is 61 or so with 1/4 fuel and 3 men.
I think I have Volvo F8 props which are about 26" pitch.

What HP are these Merc's... and what pitch props ? and what ratio out drive ?

Krob1114 wrote: Tue Nov 17, 2020 8:17 am
Nice list. Sea grass and stereo most important in my opinion.

Yes, last year was our first year in the 282 and we enjoyed it.
Carpet was due for a replacement; original Sony Xplod 6 disc CD changer was also overdue...

Really loving this boat and really ready for March / April !!!

Winterized. Photo of port engine.

Bimini fabric replacement
Aft filler cushion getting made
Bow filler cushion getting made
New sea grass flooring
Fusion stereo with JL speakers
Other end of season squaks and cleaning.