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    Shim for Trim Tabs

    I am trying to install some 22 inch Bennett trim tabs and my transom curves inward at about the 14 inch mark to the point that there is roughly 3/4 of an inch gap by the time I hit the end of the tabs. Bennett strongly recommended I dont downsize to the 12 inch but rather make a shim. The...
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    350 mag overheated to the point of alarms

    We were heading in after boating at around 4700 rpm's when my 350 mag jumped to 180 degrees, the alarms went off and the engine shut down. At the time I couldnt find anything that was the cause. We were almost at the marina so we let is sit and cool then limped in. After getting home and...
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    Merc 350 Mag Performance Increase Options

    I have a Merc 350 mag that is only a couple years old and in great shape. I dont care much about more speed but would love to increase the torque. I added a K&N flame arrestor with velocity stack which did seem to provide a minor increase (and you can sure hear it sucking the air in). Are...
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    Merc 350 Mag K&N

    I have a Merc 350 mag and was considering putting a K&N velocity stack flame arrestor on it. The throttle body on the 350 mag is only 3 7/8 and I cannot find a K&N filter with a flange that small. Has anyone else made this conversion and if so - How did you adapt the flange size and was there...
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    Cleaning rub rail stained by gas.

    My neighbor filled up my boat and seems to have topped it off. The hot weather has led to some seapage out of the gas cap.<br /><br />The gas has stained my normaly white rub rail yellow. I have tried to carefully apply some bleach but it didnt seem to have an effect. Any ideas related to what...
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    Bennett Trim Tabs and ATC vs Smart Tabs

    Does anyone have experience with the Bennett Trim Tabs and ATC compared to the Smart Tabs. <br /><br />I want the ease of use of the Smart Tabs for general water sports but have a large boat that tends to list slightly to one side depending one weight. I would like the adaptability of the...
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    78 OMC 225 and Edelbrock 1409

    I have a 78 OMC 225 (chevy 305 small block) that came stock with the quadrajet carb. Quadrajet had problems so I replaced it with the Edelbrock 1409 (and the proper square to round bore adapter). Added an inline fuel filter and reran all appropriate lines.<br /><br />Used the original throttle...
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    Inexpensive Tower Racks

    I did not find any competing products here in iboats and I know a number of people have asked about racks. Monster Tower just emailed out a special on all racks through December 22nd. The cost is $150 and there is free UPS shipping.<br /><br />We have a wakeboard and ski rack and have been...
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    Bennett ATC for trim tabs

    Does anyone have experience with the Bennett ATC for their trim tab system. We have a larger deckboat that needs help with listing depending on how many are in the boat. The improvement in hole shot will also be nice but not as big of a deal.<br /><br />Because the list can change with the...
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    Strange reverse problem on OMC 800

    78 OMC 800 drive. OMC 225 engine. In the drive with muffs on, boat will go into forward and reverse and prop will spin both ways.<br /><br />When we put it in the water on the lake and put it in reverse, drive clicks and no reverse. Engine revs as if it is in neutral but boat goes nowhere.<br...
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    Volvo 5.7 GS HP & carb type

    Does anyone know what the rated horsepower and carb type (2 or 4 barrel) was on the 2000 volvo 5.7 GS engine?<br /><br />Thanks
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    Anyone from near Eagle Rock, Missouri?

    Looking for someone near Eagle Rock Missouri to answer a couple of questions about local lakes. Anyone on here from near there?
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    WOT RPM- Trimmed or not trimmed?

    I searched and did not find an answer to this. <br /><br />When determining the correct prop pitch, should you be trying to hit the WOT RPM range when trimmed or not. Currently I hit right below my range when not trimmed but almost at the top of it when trimmed. <br /><br />Is this how it...
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    Repositioning Boat on Trailer Bunks

    I have an 18 foot boat on a trailer with 2 bunks. The bunks stick out past the back of the boat and the boat ties down to connections on the end of these bunks. <br /><br />I need to do some work on the transom that requires the boat be moved back past the end of the bunks. Is there any easy...
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    Smart tabs on 23 foot boat

    Would smart tabs work on a 23 foot caravelle interceptor with a 250 hp motor or is it too big for the largest tabs?
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    Loose Rear Engine Mount Lag Bolts

    The wood blocks on my rear engine mounts have rotted around the lag bolts so the three lag bolts are not staying in.<br /><br />Someone mentioned using marine tex epoxy might be a fix. Seems like that would be hard to get down in the holes. What about the 3M 5200 or a similar adhesive that...
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    Reinell 246 BR

    Went looking at boats today and found a 2005 Reinell 246 BR with the Volvo 8.1 (385 HP) and DuoProp.<br /><br />Cant find any reviews or info on these online. Does anyone have experience with the Reinells and what would a good price be? Dealer is asking $38,000.
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    Reinell 246 BR

    Went looking at boats today and found a 2005 Reinell 246 BR with the Volvo 8.1 (385 HP) and DuoProp.<br /><br />Cant find any reviews or info on these online. Does anyone have experience with the Reinells and what would a good price be? Dealer is asking $38,000.
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    OMC 800 steering problem

    Took our 78 OMC 800 into the shop to have the impeller replaced. Now it turns to the left all the way to the bumper but only halfway to the bumper when turning right. <br /><br />How difficult would it be for me to adjust the steering myself (I hate to take it back to the shop and have it gone...
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    Loose rear engine mounts

    Have a 1978 OMC 225 (GM 305). In doing some work on the engine today, i noticed the rear engine mount bolts were loose. Not the single bolt mount but the foot that actually attaches to the hull which has a 3 bolt pattern.<br /><br />The bolts are all loose and sticking up about 1/2 inch. In...
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