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    2008 Volvo 5.7 Gxi J Alarm

    Good morning. I have a 2008 Volvo 5.7 Gxi J setting off the warning alarm. Yesterday while cruising down the lake around 15 minutes after leaving the dock, my alarm started sounding a continuous beep and entered protective mode. Shutting down and restarting the motor would allow another short...
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    Regal 2400 Transducer

    I have a bad transducer for the depth finder. Does anyone know the deadrise at the transducer which is the rear of the ski locker? Called Regal and they didn't have that information. I haven't been able to remove the old transducer, is there any reason why I couldn't mount the new transducer on...
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    Dull keel from beaching

    I purchased a boat the previous owner beached a few times in the sand. The keel is dull and I wanted to restore the shine. There are no deep cuts, but a sanding that has removed the shine. What would be the best process to return the shine? Thanks
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    Central Missouri Mechanic/Shop

    I have a 2008 5.7 Volvo DPS with a light vibration during idle to low power (1000 - 1200) rpm hard turns. In neutral, I don't feel any vibration. I recently purchased this boat and new to Volvo and not sure what vibrations are normal if any. I did try my spare set of props with no changes in...
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    Prop shop central Missouri

    Hello, I have a spare set of Volvo F5's with light dings from last season I would like to get repaired. Does anyone have any recommendations for prop shops in central Missouri? Or suggestions for shops the props could be shipped out for repair? Thanks!
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    Volvo Prop part number

    Hello, I'm looking to purchase a spare set of F5 Volvo Duo props. I have a question concerning the part number stamp on the props. The first letters are F5 followed by the part number, but what does the last two digits represent? I see several different F5 props, but the last two digits are...
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    Volvo DP drain plug fitting

    Hello, I'm looking to purchase a drain plug fitting to change the drive lube. I plan to convert a garden sprayer to pump the fluid into the drive, but I haven't located a fitting to screw into the drain plug. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks
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    Flexible brake line

    I have a 2008 Prestige trailer and need a 5 foot flexible brake line. I don't believe the old one is rubber. Does anyone where to buy these lines? Thanks
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    Buying boat that requires shipping tips

    Hello, I'm close to buying a boat that will require being shipped over a 1000 miles which prevents me from picking up the boat myself. I'm looking for any tips or suggestions to prevent as many problems as possible. The seller wants to use U-Ship and I'm reading several problems using U-Ship...
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    Lake Tahoe Marine Survey

    I'm in need of a pre-purchase survey in the Lake Tahoe area. Anyone have any recommendations? Thanks
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