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    winterized Merc

    I have a 97 merc, 6cyl that I thought I winterized last week. Apparently I missed a drain plug, I was told there were 5 after the fact, I got 4 of them. I drained the block (4 of the 5) filled it full of antifreeze as well the rest of the usual winterizeing. The boat sits in the water in...
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    Stereo Amp in Engine Compartment?

    Question for all that would like to comment. I am upgrading the stereo system on a 28' cruiser. Is there any reason I should be hesitant about placing a marine grade amp inside, on the side, of the engine compartment. It will be placed well away from all moving parts by the perko switch.
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    Electric vs hand pump oil changers

    Which does a better job, electric or hand pump changers? Whats your take on the pros and cons of each?
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    Portable generator

    I am looking for a portable generator to power my AC on occasion. I believe my AC is 12,000 btus. Does anyone know what size I would need to run this unit. I was told I need one about 2000? It would only be used to run one item at a time. I prefer to get the smallest one that will do the job...
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    yahmaha losing power

    yahmaha losing power 2001 yahama 800. Heres the problem. I have lost considerable power. As early as a month ago I coould go 55 mph easy. now I can only do about 43 on a nice day. I replaced the fuel filter and the plugs and no help. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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    pwc reverse question

    How important is having reverse on a pwc? Any opinions would be greatly appreciated!
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    pwc reverse question

    How important is having reverse on a pwc? Any opinions would be greatly appreciated!
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    Bose Marine speakers- any good?

    I am looking at upgrading my speakers on my boat. Has anyone had any experience with the Bose marine speakers? Suppose to be some of the most seaworthy speakers out there. Supposedly goes above and beyond the standards for Marine speakers. They are quite pricey at $240.00 for a pair. I can...
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    another winterization question

    Here we go again. 1st question... Is generic rv/marine water-line antifreeze(good to -2 below zero.... but doesn't mention anything about engine blocks) good enought to put in the block? 2nd ...how do u fill the block with antifreeze and fog the engine at the same time. If u did the block first...
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    Speedometer not working

    i have a 2000 Volvo 5.7 liter GSi. The speedometer is no longer working. It was working just fine then all of the sudden, nothing. I am pretty sure its not the gauge. Where would I begin to look at the outdrive? Any help being able to identify where to start looking would be greatly appreciated
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    winterizing 3.0 merc

    I have to move my boat out of a 60 degree heated garage. Usually I just change oil,gear lube, drain the block and fog the engine each year, works great. I now need to store outside. My question is how do I fill my block with antifreeze? thru the drain hoses?? all help would be appreciated as I...
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    Big Brother!

    After sitting out for a while and returning to surf some of the posts I realize Big Brother is everywhere still telling us where and when we can say what is on our minds, and, If its not what they want to hear, they will lock it down or move it. I realize there is a time and place for everything...
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    Almost mid October Whos boatin this weekend

    Yeah, even down in the Ozarks the water starting to get cold. Forecast is looking good, 78 for Saturday! :cool: Who's gonna brave the cold this weekend?
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    Swaying Bimini Top

    Any helpful suggestions on a bimini top that sways enough for me to worry about it breaking at the mounting points?<br />It does it when it is in the closed position at a moderate cruising speed. Yes,it has support braces.
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    Have you been ripped OFF!!!!

    Anyone else been ripped off by a company called Ameri-Brands for boating Supplies????????/
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