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    2003 Stingray 230lx Bilge questions

    Hey guys, I have a new to me 2003 stingray 230lx. Just had it serviced and the shop told me the bilge pump was not working and a pretty big project to replace due to its location. It’s trailered for this year so I am not too concerned about it. What I am wondering is if this boat has more than...
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    Blue Sea dual battery troubleshooting

    New battery, problem solved. Love when it’s the easiest solution, hate when it seems so obvious I overlook it at first
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    Blue Sea dual battery troubleshooting

    The extra perko switch goes to the two audio amplifiers. I will replace the one questionable battery and I suspect that may fix the issue. But we will see
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    Blue Sea dual battery troubleshooting

    Hmm, you may be right. They are not kept on a maintenance charger. I just checked the primary battery and it was only reading 1.8 volts. Interestingly, it jumped up to 5 or so when I turned the switch on, and then up to 12 when I switched to “combine.” These were all measured at the battery...
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    Blue Sea dual battery troubleshooting

    I recently bought a 2003 Stingray 230lx. The boat has the blue sea dual circuit switch connected to two batteries. Obviously one battery is for the starter, and the second battery is connected to a circuit that goes to two speaker amplifiers and a power inverter. I am having trouble with the...
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    1994 Mercruiser alternator v-belt replacement

    I have a 1994 Mercruiser 5.0L SN OF265758 and had the v-belt for the alternator break while out on the water today. I am wondering what the process is to replace this. It looks like the alternator is on a bracket that will allow it to rotate to release the tension on the belt. The power steering...
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