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    1969 Mercruiser 160 I/O Overheating

    I took my 1969 Mercruiser out on Saturday. Didn't get to stay out too long because the engine temperature went into the "red". I got it back to the dock and on the trailer (hopefully with no permanent damage) Engine oil was okay. My suspicion is the water pump. What is the best way to determine...
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    Hey Realgun

    I recognized Elephant Butte on your "Share A Project page"... What's the water level like this spring? Did the snow melt give the lake any lift?<br />The last time I was at the Butte was 4th of July, 2003. I was sad to see it so low. I grew up going to Elephant Butte almost every weekend.<br...
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    Thank you prayers

    My son is a junior in high school. He and his friends started eating at a little restaurant called Little Panda every Monday about 2 years ago. They even had T-shirts printed that say Little Panda Monday. Today he was not able to go to lunch on Little Panda Monday because he was playing in a...
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    Science Fair Results

    As promised here are the test results.<br />Pretty interesting. The highest levels of salinity were in the Caribbean. The lowest levels were in the northern latitudes. <br />Problem Statement<br /><br />Does the salinity level of ocean water vary around<br />the world?<br /><br />Based on salt...
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    Science Fair

    My daughter is working on her science fair project. She wanted to compare the salinity levels of ocean water from different locations. My wife and I were on a cruise in December so we were able to get some ocean water from Cozumel, Belize and Roatan. My nephew brought some from Oregon. We have...
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    Photos of boat Cradle?

    I am building a 15' Glen-L design and I am close to painting the hull. I want to get the cradle built so it will be ready when I turn the hull. If anyone has any photos of a cradle that might be helpful in determining how to best build one I would be grateful.<br />Thanks
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    Need some math help

    I am helping my daughter with her 8th grade math and I am stuck. We are working on a word problem. We have to give not only the answer but the equation to solve it too.<br />Here's the problem:<br />Karen sells children's hats for $4 and adults' hats for $7. On Saturday, she sold 120 hats, and...
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    Boat building and life

    I have been keeping a list of things I have learned about life from boat building. Maybe you have some to add to the list.<br />1. It isn't easy<br />2. It requires perseverance<br />3. It's not about perfection.<br /> A mistake does not mean I am not a boat builder. Or, mistakes don't equal...
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    Boat building and life

    I have been keeping a list of things I have learned about life from boat building. Maybe you have some to add to the list.<br />1. It isn't easy<br />2. It requires perseverance<br />3. It's not about perfection.<br /> A mistake does not mean I am not a boat builder. Or, mistakes don't equal...
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    Thanks Friends

    As I was reading some posts tonight it just occurred to me that I have come to think of many of you as friends much the same way as when you read a good book and come to feel you know the characters in the story. I read much more than I post, so, though you don't really know me as one of the...
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    Max Kicker for 15' Sailboat?

    I am building a 15 foot Glen-L sailboat. A friend of mine has an outboard he said he will sell me if it will work on my sailboat. <br />I would like to know if this is too large for a 15 foot sailboat or if it will handle it. <br />This will be the cheapest outboard I will come by. <br />Any...
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    Anniversary Suggestions?

    My wife and I will be celebrating our 20 year anniversary this year. I want to plan something fun to surprise her. However, I'm certainly not a rich man. Anyone have any ideas for a unique celebration on a budget? It's actually not until December, but I don't want it to creep up on me and wait...
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    Project web site

    Someone had a link to a site that their boat building project was on. Something like myproject.com.I would like to put my boat building project on a site like that. Does anyone know the name of a site you recommend?
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    Air Compressor Specs.

    I am building a sailboat and I am about ready to paint the hull. I have spray guns and paint but I still have to buy, borrow or rent an air compressor. But, when I have gone to look at them, it seems that the smaller compressors are not specified for running a paint gun. The bigger compressors...
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    Need help with 7th Grade Homework

    I am trying to help my daughter with her math.<br />I'm lost on this one. I'm hoping some of you are good at math.<br />Here's the problem:<br />A guy buys a car for $10,930.95<br />He received a 19% discount.<br />What was the original price of the car.<br />My wife and I have used up two pages...
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    20 Questions

    If you haven't played 20 questions yet, you will enjoy this. It is actually pretty amazing how well the computer can guess what you are thinking of. <br /> http://y.20q.net
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    Trailer selection question

    I am building a 15 foot sailboat with a retractable centerboard. I am close to painting the hull and then turning the hull to begin building the cabin, deck etc. But when I turn it is a perfect time to have a trailer to set it on. I really don't know what type of trailer to look for. I do want...
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    How much per gallon at the marina?

    Curious about the cost of fuel this summer at marinas around the world.<br />Here in Texas I believe I was paying 2.39 in July.
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    A&E Horatio Hornblower films

    I was wondering if there are any other Hornblower fans on the site. If you have not seen the films - you need to. They are incredible.
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    Geocaching

    Has anyone heard of geocaching? It sounds like it would be a pretty fun boating activity.<br /><br />GPS treasure hunts. I think on and around the lake would be more fun than around town.<br />Here's a site with some info in case anyone is interested.<br /> http://www.geocaching.com/
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