www.iFourWinns.com

I'm going to pass on the survey since it's so far out of state and only 22k. I think it's a pretty good deal with 298 hours on it. I'm very mechanically inclined. I have a 220 horizon but what are some other things I should be looking for on the cruiser. I'm figuring on a compression test. Does anyone have the FSM acceptable compression range for the 5.0 volvo penta? Should I pull and inspect the risers? It was used in saltwater it's whole life. Boat is actually in very good condition...

Yes on the inspecting the exhaust manifolds and the exhaust elbows. Thre will also be some vacuum breaks on the inside of each exhaust elbow. Those should be inspected as well. The prevent back flow of water into the engine when shutting the engine off.

There isn't much else relating to specific problem areas on the 248. I had a 2000 for 3 years. Great boat. She may be a bit underpowered with a 5.0. I had a 5.7 GS/DP and the boat performed respectably. You should be able to find the performance numbers on the customer service section of the Four Winns website.

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Jvalich
http://www.badcock.com

'04 FW 288 Vista "Mental Floss"

Thanks. I thought about only having 5 liters but it will only be used to go out to a spot on the calm upper chesapeake that is only 10 miles out. The horizon 220 will be kept for wakeboarding and tubing.

Does it sound like a decent price? There is no heat or AC.

Send the info to boat us. They have a free baot value check. It's based on your area which could give you some negotiation room or confirm that it's a great price. http://www.boatus.com/buyer/valueform.asp

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Jvalich
http://www.badcock.com

'04 FW 288 Vista "Mental Floss"

I've been watching prices on the internet and 3 different boating magazines over the winter and that price is a good price. Maybe too good. Being new to this, I learned the hard way about engines when mine overheated at the beginning of last season. I didn't get it back until the end of the season. My advice would be a thorough engine check. A new 5.0 Gi costs over 4 grand.

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Alexj



1995 Four Winns Horizon 190
OMC 5.0 RL

Yea, I'll be doing a full compression and leakdown test. I haven't found anyone willing to touch that price! 5k makes me feel good, I just dropped 30K on my built Supra motor!