en-us Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:58:23 -0600 vicecommodore@catalina-capri-25s.org 60 http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/ Association Forum http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/../ http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/images/main_logothree.gif 144 47 Voyager http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=33308&REPLY_ID=261603 Catalina 250 Specific Forum Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:19:14 -0600 http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33308 Quote:
It’s well-known that both the 8 and the 9.9 are exactly the same engines. The manufacturer simply de-tunes the 9.9 to provide the 8hp engine.
You might be able to save a few dollars with the smaller engine without sacrificing performance.
Good luck on your choice.]]> Billycix http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33310 Catalina 250 Specific Forum Sun, 31 May 2026 02:30:37 -0600 http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33310 https://peptidesnova.com/collections/all]]> Chris Spohr http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33287 Catalina 250 Specific Forum Sun, 24 May 2026 09:54:12 -0600 http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33287 Quote:
]]> Voyager http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=33304&REPLY_ID=261587 Catalina 250 Specific Forum Thu, 14 May 2026 06:33:39 -0600 http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33304 Quote:
I found my offset mount. It’s a Davis WindTrack Universal Mount.
Here it is on Defender’s website.

Davis Deluxe Universal Masthead Mount]]> Raybold http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=32721&REPLY_ID=261578 Catalina 250 Specific Forum Tue, 05 May 2026 18:31:42 -0600 http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=32721 Quote:
I weighed my 2002 250wb several years ago on certified scales. The boat was striped clean for winter storage…. No motor, battery, cushions, gear etc. The boat on the trail rite trailer unhooked from the truck and alone on the scales weighed 6,300 lbs. I hooked the boat back to the truck and had only the boat and trailer on the scales, it weighed 600 lbs lighter. I think that meant the tongue weight was 600 lbs.]]> crystal_blue http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=33279&REPLY_ID=261559 Catalina 250 Specific Forum Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:56:05 -0600 http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33279 Quote:
Thanks, gents! Sounds like my setup is OK, then. :)]]> crystal_blue http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=33278&REPLY_ID=261558 Catalina 250 Specific Forum Thu, 26 Mar 2026 11:49:44 -0600 http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33278 Quote:
Many thanks for the input, folks!]]> slacker http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=33276&REPLY_ID=261543 Catalina 250 Specific Forum Thu, 12 Mar 2026 06:57:53 -0600 http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33276 Quote:
Regarding replacing your outboard you should probably check the charging output of alternator. The Mercury is designed to start it but not run the whole boat like a Honda. I was made aware of this by the manager of a BassPro Marine Dept.]]> Voyager http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?whichpage=-1&TOPIC_ID=33273&REPLY_ID=261528 Catalina 250 Specific Forum Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:46:32 -0600 http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33273 Quote:
Let’s assume a few things about a single burner induction stove and the boat itself.
1. The induction burner requires around 1500 Watts, 120VAC at 12.5A. It doesn’t require 240VAC
2. You can add a 14AWG, three-conductor cable to it with a standard three-prong plug at the end. I’d keep it short, no more than three feet. Pretty common at the home stores. The burner itself should have a connection box built-in with a cable strain-relief mechanism.
3. The galley has a standard electrical outlet that can receive a three-prong plug, and can deliver shore power up to 15 amps.
You could probably set up a temporary cook top somewhere in the galley, either on a countertop or on a small stand on the floor. If needed, you could probably add an 8-10 foot heavy-duty AC extension cord to the stove.
Whenever I cook aboard the boat I generally set up a board across the cockpit seats and cook outside, unless it’s raining. Prevents any chance of burning the curtains!]]> Little Wind http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33267 Catalina 250 Specific Forum Tue, 09 Dec 2025 10:32:07 -0600 http://www.catalina-capri-25s.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=33267
I'm posting this here so those most likely to be interested will see it.
I have the centerboard, pin, and brackets from my old C250 #206 sitting at my house and I have no need for them.
I also have the bow rail that is missing one of the "feet" that broke off during the hurricanes. The bow rail is a little bent but I truly believe that it is an easy adjustment.

Those two items are the largest and maybe the least transferrable to other owners but I wanted to make them available.

I can post pics but you pretty much know what they are...

Please feel free to contact me if you think you have a need for them. I'd prefer not to box anything up and the centerboard is definitely not shippable by me. But if you are willing, we can see what can be worked out. All items are FREE. I have no reason to charge for them. If you need them, you just need to pick up in the Tampa Bay, Florida area or pay for shipping.

I will have other items from the boat to post later. Some good stuff so be on the watch.
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