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    2005 Nitro 288 Sport: Upgrade Outboard To 200\225hp

    Guys, I am getting closer to seriously looking at upgrading from a Mercury XR6 150 to a 200 or 225hp. The family is getting bigger and that XR6 is starting to feel a little underpowered especially when we are tubing. Put on a Mercury High-Five 19p and jack plate a few years ago which took...
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    Hello From Dayton Ohio

    Hello from the East side of Dayton!
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    Nitro 288 Sport Gel Coat Patch Color

    Hi Folks, There are a few nickel-sized chips around the hull that need some patching. 3rd picture below shows an attempt to use White which I've since sanded down appropriately. I paid $30+ bucks for the patch kit so I just accepted the mismatch and it is not too hateful. I've found 3 to 4...
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    Nitro 288 Winch Strap W/ Double Hook

    I found a place who makes custom straps for anyone out there who reached the end of Google looking for a winch strap with a double hook (I think it's called a "safety loop"). LINK: http://www.customtiedowns.com/tie-downs/2-inch-boat-winch-straps/ PRODUCT MODEL: 6568-K16 @ '15 These good...
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    Hello Everyone, Newbie Here Looking For Info. Any Help Is Appreciated!

    Renhalt, I have the same boat but a 2006 model and its been just plain awesome for us thus far! I scoured the internet for replacement carpet pads and found some listed to fit a Nitro 188 Sport (the smaller 18 footer version). Took a chance and things lined up just fine for me! Google "Nitro...
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    2006 Nitro 591 Sc With Mercury 150hp Xr6 Pulling Hard To Right After Plain

    I have a 2006 Nitro 280 Sport with a 150hp XR6 that does the same thing. I also found a sweet spot at about half-throttle where the motor doesn't want to trim right. I mounted a trim tab on the skeg that helped a little. Other than that, I'm holding on to the steering wheel with a firm grip...
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