‎08-09-2020 01:33 AM
I have bought my first boat- a 2008 Sea Ray 185 Sport. Yesterday took it on water for first run and it did not idle well and I needed to give it gas for it to start. I did not have mechanic inspect it before buying because dealer said it was practically new and indeed it sounded great on our test drive. When I got back in harbour, I could hear static from speakers even though radio was not connected. What is source of problem? I should add that battery was dead when I got it and wrong battery had been installed. Dealership gave me a new battery when I asked for it - I had downloaded manual from your website to see which one I needed and I installed it before my first run. Also, there was oil on top of engine and cap connected to blue hoses was not in all the way when I got back to the dock. My plan was to hire a marine mechanic to take me through all the systems because I am a green boater with a goal of maintaining the systems myself and I know nothing about marine mechanics. This is my investment in my learning as I ultimately want a long boating relationship and a bigger Sea Ray down the road that I can maintain myself. Please tell me what I should do now and what I should have done before purchasing this boat from the dealer. I am not embarrassed by my stupidity as I figure the only way I am going to become competent with boats is to buy one and learn as I go. I also admit that I have downloaded them but have not read through all the manuals yet. Thanks in advance.
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