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    Single vs Duo Prop on Volvo Outdrive

    Hey guys, I am currently operating with a bayliner with a single 5.o mercruiser engine Bravo 3 and looking to change to a 2005 Cruisers 300 with two engines with 5.0 Volvo Penta with a single prop. It'll be used as a cruiser should, so top speed is not going to be needed. Backing into a slip...
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    Volvo 5.0 gxi vs merc 5.0 bravo 3

    Hey guys, I did a general search and couldn't find an answer so here goes. I'm looking at a 30 ft express cruiser equipped with twin Volvo 5.0 gxi SINGLE prop outdrives. I currently am operating a 27 ft with a mercruiser 5.0 bravo 3. Can anyone compare the two and recommend if the single is...
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    Volvo 5.0 gxi question

    Hey guys, I did a general search and couldn't find an answer so here goes. I'm looking at a 30 ft express cruiser equipped with twin Volvo 5.0 gxi SINGLE prop outdrives. I currently am operating a 27 ft with a mercruiser 5.0 bravo 3. Can anyone compare the two and recommend if the single is...
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    Trailer conversion question

    Hoping for some help with my pwc trailer that we regularly tow to the lake (where the boat remains docked in the marina). I have a Karavan aluminum double pwc trailer and only one pwc right now. I thought of trading it for a single, but mine is more stable and easier to back up. I would like...
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    Isinglass fungus help

    My canvas wrapped Isinglass panels developed a hard maroon colored substance around where the Isinglass meets the canvas. My boat guy says it looks like fungus. How do I clean this?!!?? If it were home I would use a vinegar or similar product but harsh chemicals are no good for Isinglass. Thanks!
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    Bottom paint question

    Hey guys, I have a bottom painted with bottomkote nt that has lasted about 2 summers in fresh water and In need of new paint. After scraping any peeling paint and sanding with 80 grit, is it ok to just pressure wash the bottom to clean it or do I need the special thinner? I wanted to just...
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    Sanding bottom paint (easy question)

    Looking to save some cash and do my own bottom paint. Anyone know where to get one of those big foam sanding blocks in the 80/100 grit? I can't find them anywhere. The paint is in decent shape so I'll be able to do it quick and by hand. And I'll be rolling the paint on....what roller should I...
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    Which type of anode?

    I have a great condition. 2004 bravo 3 with anodes that are reaching the end of their life. The extra ones I have are heavy so I'm assuming they are aluminum and the boat is only freshwater. Is the conversion to magnesium worth it? Or do I stay with aluminum since they've done well? Thanks!
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    Water leak in cabin issue

    Hey guys, ran into a problem and was hoping for some tips. We were away for 2 weeks and when we got back to the boat found some black mold spots on the port side above the aft bed headboard. I pulled the panel off on the ceiling and saw the water/mold spot under the port side vent. So I'm...
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    Grease help

    I have a merc 5.0 with bravo 3. What grease is best for the one fitting in the outdrive? And I only see one fitting behind the engine where it meets the aft (where it connects). What is best for that fitting? (Same grease?) I am not sure what each is but do know they need grease. Any other...
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    LED replacement help

    Hey guys, I've been reviewing all the LED posts and still had some questions. I will be replacing the cockpit floor lights to blue and half the cabin courtesy lights to LED. If I get the warm bright LEDs, will they be any brighter? I definitely need a brighter bulb for the bathroom, aft...
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