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    Great day ended bad *NWSF*

    Went out on the lake yesterday and had a great time. It was beautiful out but not too crowded. When the day was over and back docking the boat my wife got her leg severely cut on a dock post. I was pulling in port side and the wife was ready to get on the dock. She accidentally caught the top...
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    Has anyone have this set up? (trailer bearings)

    Has anyone have this set up? It look like a standard type of bearing buddy. But the body was just a shell. From the pics it looks like the zerk is permanently attache to the spindle. Was going to repack the bearings but got stumped when I saw this.
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    In limbo

    Well time is coming near that I will need to get a vehicle. Last year after storing my boat (starcraft 2005 deck boat) I got rid of my truck ( 2010 Ford F150) to buy my wife a new car. She got a new job and to sum it up she needed something with good gas mileage. As of this time my Main...
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    Dodge Dakota ....any owners here?

    Looking at a Dodge Dakota with a 4.7 crew cab (4doors). Seeing if it can pull my 21' deck boat. Boat weight is 2800lbs. not sure about the weight on the trailer. it is a venture roller trailer with brakes. I am assuming the whole package is around 4000lbs. From what I have read the max tow...
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    For those who leave their boats outside (winter)

    Do you have any ideas on covers? Besides having it wrapped proffesionally, is there another route? I do have a regular cover but nothing that can live up to snow ( done it 3 years running). I usually buy a new cover every year. Tarp? if , so how do I get it on really tight?
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    What is the correct starting procedure

    Hi Guys! I have a 2002 Optimax 150XL saltwater series (carb) on my rig and I always have a hard time starting it the first time. It always starts but just the initial first of the day start is a pain to do. It may just be me but it takes me about 3-4 cranks to get it fired up. It feels like...
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    How fast have you had your boat going?

    Just wondering how fast you have had your boats going? Calm waters and light load. If you can post your set up that would be great.
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    Looking for a boat model.......

    That would keep up with a jet ski:D I need something that is about 18-19ft max. I really dont care ifit is a bowrider or a runabout. Have been looking at old school jetboat and old school donzis (classic 18 and sweet 16). Anyother ideas?
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    Newbie hard starting question

    Just a quick question, got a 2002 saltwater series 150xl that has a hard time starting when motor is tilted up a bit. Seems like I need to lower it to a complete level for it to start. Is this normal? Also, How long do you have to push the key in for the choke? I do squeeze the primer bulb...
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    to those with outboards....have a question

    Do you trailer with your motors completely tilted down, up, or half way? I am confused on this:confused:
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    Just wanted to say ......

    Thanks to the site and everyone who helped me out. For all of you who are wondering, I just upgrade my boat from a 17ft i/o Bow rider to a 21ft o/b deck boat. Having never owned a deck boat and and o/b I had a ton of questions. All the info I had received was spot on and I finally got her in...
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    Newbie question on Merc 150

    This is my first boat with an outboard motor(2002 Merc 150 saltwater edition). Unfortunately it did not come with a manual. Thank God for this site! My question is that there is this port or what looks to be an attachment on the back of the motor (has a blue ring around it). It does have a...
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    New boat with new trailer

    Just got a new boat to me with a trailer equipped with brakes. I have never hauled a trailer with any type of braking system and am confused on the "plug" type to use. My 2005 Ford F150 truck has a factory installed towing package with 2 types of plugs. a 4 pole and I think a 7 pole. The...
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    Proper way to start an outboard????

    HI there everyone, Got one more question in regards to starting an outboad. My last boat was an inboard which only required pumping the throttle twice then turning the key. Is it the same with an outboard? I see there is a priming bulb by the motor, is this used to push the gas in to...
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    Got my new boat but have some questions

    Got a 2002 Starcraft Aurora Deck Boat. Had to upgrade from an 18' bowrider since we always have a ton of people with us. The boat is a big upgrade to me since it has a ton of features ...or headaches???Ha Ha!! The boat also had a sink and I found the tank that holds the water. How do you...
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    Any Starcraft deck boat ownes in here?

    Just bought and aurora and have some few questions.
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    New Mercury outboard owner...need tips

    Hi there, I have been boating for 5 years and have never owned an outboard. Decided to buy a deck boat (great deal) that is equipped with a 150 saltwater series. The motors has 160hrs. Just seeing if there are some tips to check and double check before it's maiden voyage. Also...
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    Need Help with transport companies

    Anyone have a good reference for a transport company. I have delt with 3 who with various reasons cancelled on me. I am looking to have a boat shipped from FL to WI. Any help would be great. Thanks!
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    Any Starcraft Deck boat owners in here?

    Just purchased a 2002 Starcraft aurora 2000 with a 150hp outboard. This is my 1st O/B and deck boat. Upgraded from a 18ft I/O bowrider. Just seeing if you have any tips for an newbie with this boat? Thanks all!
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    Need Suggestions

    Looking to replace my 18' bowrider with another that is faster. Looking at baja and checkmate. I really like the Mariah shabah but I can't seem to find much of them for sale. I am open to 18-21' bowrider and must have a V8. Nothing new since I have a limited budget. Thanks for all suggestions!
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