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Hi,

So my wife and I just bought our first boat, the 1998 18ft Ventura with the 135 optimax (500 hours). I was wondering if this boat typically has a bilge pump in it (I bought it and winterized without checking, great first move). I plan on keeping the boat on the water in tidal waters during the summer. Is there anything I should consider? I do plan on having the bottom re-painted in the spring. Is there any other information we should know about the boat, look forward to hearing all the Whaler experts opinions!

Thanks all