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    300 Suzuki

    I am in the process of ordering a new alloy boat & am looking at powerplant options. Any thoughts or user feedback on the DF300? I have a DF175 (faultless) on my current boat but the DF300 is a different beast.
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    Volvo QL Trim Tab System

    Afternoon all, Am getting a new 21 ft alloy boat built & the builder is pushing the Volvo tabs. He previously used Bennett tabs but now says these Volvo tabs are the best thing since riptops on beer cans. I have been to the Volvo site but there is no real info on how they actually work. I know...
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    USED Yamaha 200 HPDI - Opinions needed

    Afternoon all, Mate is looking at a boat with a 200 HPDI. Repossession auction. On the left side of the upper leg are the following: Z200NET 6G6 107202 The engine is supposed to be a 2003 model. Under 100 hours, looks clean under the cowl, wiring as new, linkages greased, hoses & fittings OK...
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    150 Yamaha 4 Stroke - Opinions

    Morning all, Looking at an alloy rig powered by a 2005 150 Yamaha 4 Stroke. 100 hours approx. This is the right HP for the boat so no issue there. I am looking for feedback from owners or techs who have had a lot to do with this motor. Performance, reliability & any known mech problems. Has...
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    Identify Merc Leg?

    Friend of mine is looking at a Bertram 26 with twin 4.3 litre V6 motors. Wants to ID leg type. Suspect vendor.:'(:'(:'(:'(:'( ID on one leg is: OMB(or possibly 8 ) 21176. Hull is some five years old but my mate is worried about older legs being mated to engines. Should be Bravo series??? Any...
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    Identify Merc Leg?

    Friend of mine is looking at a Bertram 26 with twin 4.3 litre V6 motors. Wants to ID leg type. Suspect vendor.:'(:'(:'(:'(:'( ID on one leg is: OMB(or possibly 8) 21176. Hull is some five years old but my mate is worried about older legs being mated to engines. Should be Bravo series??? Any...
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    Johnsu - Water under cowling

    I have a 90Hp 4 Stroke Johnson (Suzi painted white) with 25 hours up, new in May. It runs in salt water. After my last trip out, which was very rough, 6-8 foot seas on very slow return trip, I noticed a lot of salt crystals on the powerhead. This indicates that water is getting in or a hose is...
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    Outboard Prices in Australia

    Afternoon all, <br />Took the plunge & ordered a new engine. :D :D :D Johnson 4 Stroke 90 HP Fuel Injection 20" leg. Really a Suzuki with a coat of white paint & Johnny decals. Cost, including control box, wiring loom, cables, alloy prop, tacho & trim gauge was A$10700 or US$8132 at...
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    90 HP Optimax - FEEDBACK

    Morning all,<br />I have a 96 75HP Mariner on my current plate alloy C/C but seem to putting more & more gear on the boat every trip. More ponies needed. So I am looking at a new 90HP Opti.Any comments good or bad welcome. Really bad ones you can email me. <br />I live in a warm part of...
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    What's Wrong with Cheap Oil?

    G'Day All,<br />I had to start a new topic because the time zone difference means I always come in at the butt end of the good discussions. <br />I see from another topic that Plywoody seems to have a reality adjustment problem. <br />A few points:<br />1. NOBODY repeat NOBODY likes to ship out...
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    To decarb or not to decarb in sunny Australia.

    Evening all,<br />Living in warm & sunny downtown Brisbane where the mid-winter temp never falls below 45 Deg F, I have watched the posts re decarbing with interest. I run a 75HP Mariner on my plate alloy C/C in water that is always at least 55 Deg F & normally a lot warmer. I have spoken to my...
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    Mariner 75 HP (1995)-Fitting bigger carbies

    Evening all,<br />What are your thoughts on fitting 90HP carbies to a 75hp Mariner. Motor is in great condition (100 hours-genuine) but is on the back of a 5.5 meter plate alloy centre console to which I have recently added an extra 500lb in the form of more fuel capacity and alloy fabrication...
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