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    Question on GPH

    I am running a maine GM 350/260 with a 2 bar carb. At 3000 rpms cruisng at 28 to 30 knots I am getting 14 gph. I am being told by some experts here that is too much per hour. My boat is 30' Searay Sundancer 1988. Just put new bottom end, all new including voted heads. Any comments to clear up a...
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    Best Equipment for inside Restoration

    I would like some advise on what materials to use when I recover my cushions downstairs. I have a 86 26' Searay Sundancer and would like to redo the interior with some nice cushions and covers. Any ideas which way to go with the beds, cushions, and walls?
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    Cushion Material Needed?

    I need to recover my cushions downstairs and would like to know if anyone has had any experience with a material that can be cleaned easliy and needs to be durable. Can you recommend the best type of material? I want to use something other than cloth. Thanks
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    Lowrance Lms-350a ????

    I bought an older model Lms-350a and everything works. Has anyone had any experience with this model and are there any issues I need to know about? I have read the manual. Is it better to mount with the transducer down on the hull or at the back with a transducer. I have a 86 Searay 26' Sundancer.
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    Chartplotters

    I am interested in purchasing a chartplotter for 26' Searay that I take out several times a year in the Gulf. Can you suggest the best for the least money and dependable.
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    Interested in learning to sail

    I want to learn to sail and would like some suggestions on how to start.
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    Lowrance 520 or 522

    Have been looking at chartplotter, sonar, fishfinder, and GPS at Bass Pro. They are telling me that this is the one to buy because of all the functions. Has anyone had any experience or have comments on these models or is there a better model in the 500 dollar range? External antenna better...
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    Reworking Stearn Drive

    Have completely reworked and added new parts, impeller, gimble bearing, ujoints, new anode bolts, and new upper unit because of rust where anode bolts are located at 7 and 5 o'clock. We are looking at putting the engine back in this weekend. Can ya'll tell me what else would be good to replace...
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    Garman 472 with antenna build in

    I am looking for a Garman I can take out of boat and use in car. Anyone have good or bad experience on these models. Can you suggest the best for the buck.
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    Given some custom made Penns

    They are over 30 years old and in great condition. What is the best way to clean them and prep them for new use. Should i take them to a shop and say go over them or is it impossible for an amateur to tackle this. When fishing for grouper or fish around old oil rigs, what hooks, line, and...
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    Head problems continue, wow

    Here we go again. I had the head replaced and ran fine. Now we have a crack again in the head. The engine is a 1985 Merc 350/260 and until lately no problems just ran great. The mechanic used stainless gaskets and claims to be the best around and so does everyone else speak highly of him. Am I...
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    Trip from Pascagoula to Nashville

    Can anyone help me find a way to go from Pascagoula, Ms to Nashville, Tn
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    Crack in Head

    I still continue to develop cracks in heads. I have insurance on motor and what is the best way to let insurance handle the payment?
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    Long distance hauler?

    I am thinking about moving my boat from Pascagoula, MS to Miami. Anyone know of a good long distance hauler?
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    Water on top of Piston!!!

    Took the spark plugs out and water came pouring out. How did it get there? Bad head gasket or cooling system? Can it be fixed or do I just buy a new engine?
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