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    Where is the Pitot Intake on the Merc?

    Where is the Pitot Intake for the Speedo on the Merc I/O?
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    Speedo not responding

    Is the Speedo not working usually caused by a clogged Pitot tube? Can I just disconnect the tube from the back of the speedo and blow on it? Where does the other end connect to?
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    Lake Mead in August

    We took a trip to Boulder City last month and drove by Lake Mead (for the first time) and loved the layout. So we're planning a trip there late August.
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    New Springs on Trailer

    Well my old leaf springs and hardware was so rusty it was starting to scare me. So I bit the bullet and had them install a complete new set. The existing setup I had on apparently they no longer make, so they had to install a completely new system. Now they tell me that this center pivot...
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    Boat leans starboard

    Not sure why, but my boat leans towards the starboard side even with no one inside. This makes it difficult to put on the trailer evenly. I was thinking of putting a couple of 50lb sand bags on the port side to even it out, but was wondering if there was something else I can do to make sure it...
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    Info on Anodes

    I want to pick up a set of new Anodes for my Mercruiser Alpha One, and I want to make sure they are proper for Saltwater. Are these the correct ones? http://www.boatzincs.com/alpha-one-gen2-kit.html
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    Any So Cal Locals up for a Catalina Trip?

    I plan to go to Catalina at least a few times in August to do some scuba diving. Anyone else interested?
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    Don, info on a Mercruiser

    Hi Don, any info you can provide me on a Mercruiser 5.7 OL684753 as in what Service Manual I need to get and also how this engine is cooled? Thanks
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    Do you have a Battery Switch with just 1 Battery?

    Is it common to put in a On/Off switch for just 1battery or is it common practice to just disconnect it while not being used?
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    Maxum 2300 SC

    I am considering purchasing a Maxum 2300 SC. Anyone have any pros/cons on this boat? Thanks
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    Silverwood Lake (Ca)

    Anyone have any opinions they can share in regards to Silverwood Lake in Hesperia? Thinking of going there for a couple of days for camping and boating.
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    Are Trailer lights normally not water proof?

    I just noticed the entire section of the underside of my Trailer Lights is exposed. Wouldn't boat Trailer Lights normally be waterproof? Or is that considered an upgrade?
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    Nice new forum

    I'm a So Cal Diver and a boater. Any others around?
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    Volvo Penta 5.7 Service Manual

    Would this be the correct Service Manual I should get for my engine?<br /><br />Upper Unit 4110164303; Lower Unit 4112041235<br /><br /> http://www.iboats.com/mall/index.cgi?keywords=volvo%20penta%20manuals&*******=373642658&**********=084023856&view_id=214921
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    Should Bow Rollers actually roll?

    This is pretty close to what my bow roller looks like on my trailer, but it doesn't actually roll and when I winch up the boat, it rubs pretty good.<br /><br />Should these rollers actually roll or are they made to be stationary?<br /><br /> http://www4.shopping.com/xPF-Stoltz_Ultimate_Bow_Stop_4
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