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    Cobalt - 1993 198 -replacement Fuel Tanks?

    I need a new fuel tank and can't find one online. Any suggestions?
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    Boat Storage

    What is a reasonable fee for indoor boat storage? I have a deal for $500 for the winter for a 20' Cobalt. This is off the lake in Winnipisaukee. I had to jump on it for timing purposes.
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    Conversion to dual Prop from single prop

    I have a 5.0 alpha. does it make any sense to pursue a conversion to a dual prop?
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    Hit a Rock!

    Hit a rock over the weekend that picked the backend of my 20 foot 93 Cobalt 6" above the water line for 1/2 second. No apparent damage. What should I watch for?
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    93' 5.0 merc Upgrade Bravo

    What are the benefits of upgrading to a Bravo dual prop from an Alpha. (I was questioned about the gear ratios). I think there are plenty of bravo's available used (after all you guys overeating and blowing the Mercruisers up)...What do you think the cost would be?
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    93 Vantage Trailer

    OOPS...screwed up the name...it's a Vantage Trailer....What maintenance is reguired??
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    93-Vanguard trailer wheel maintenance

    Just bought a 93 Vanguard trailer with sealed hubs. former owner rarely trailered. I am moving the boat (20'cobalt) 2,800 lbs quite a bit. The trailer looks and operates fine. Do I need to do anything immediately, or can I wait to repack over the winter?
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    Me wife is a BIT of a Challenge!!!!

    She likes being there,,,but the journey is painful!Short of drugs...I need tips to calm the Lass down..
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    Merc- Single prop to dual prop conversion?

    Is it possible to to buy a conversion kit to change a 93 5.0 Merc Alpha into a dual prop drive? If so what are the pros and cons?
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    5.0 Mercruiser Alpha - 1993-130 hrs- What Preventative steps to take?

    I have recently bought a fresh water hardly used 93 Cobalt with a 130 hours on a 5.0 Merc with an Alpha outdrive. Being in the Boston area the dealers can't wait to get me in for an "appointment" at $100 per hour plus parts. What are the things that I can do as a former back yard car mechanic...
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    ML320-post towing creaks

    I towed my 20' Cobalt and now there are creaking noises coming from the rear end of the truck. It operates fine. I am hoping its just lubrication. Any ideas?
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    BOAT LAUNCH SITES - DIRECTORY

    Where can I go on the net to find a list of local launching sites.
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    Faded Fiberglas

    I have a 93 with oxydixed and UV faded fiberglas. What is the best product to bring it back?
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    Canvas Repairs

    Canvas Repairs What is the going rate for repairing Boat Canvas. I just was quoted $100 for re-stiching a cover for a 20' cobalt. Seemed high, but I have nothing to compare it to. Any suggestions..
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    Salt & Fresh Water

    Am I doing any damage by moving from Fresh to Salt water and back again?
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    Bringing Back Cobalts Shine

    I Just bought a 93 Cobalt. There is some fading in gel coat red color apparently from the sun. What recommendations do y'all have to bring it back? Are there any specialty compounds available? I just bought a buffer and some 3M fiberglas cleaner and compound.
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