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    1967 Marinette 28' Cabin Cruiser: Should I buy?

    Hello friends. I need some sage advice. I've been wanting a Marinette ever since I first laid eyes on one... that being last summer. I want a nice sized boat that my family and I can get out and enjoy on the weekends and even stay over night if we want. The idea of an aluminum hulled vessel...
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    Why won't it start?!

    This boat... this boat... I wasn't born a patient man and this thing isn't helping. I have a 1988 Forester Phantom 164. It has a 3.0L Mercruiser with an Alpha out drive. I've had nothing but problems. I think I might know what my problem is this time but I want to run it by everyone first. In...
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    Should I pull the drain plug and let it sink?

    Seriously. I'm getting frustrated. Just bought a 1988 Forester with a 3.0L Mercruiser inboard with Alpha drive. When I bought it it started, ran, etc. Took it to the lake and it wouldn't start. Finally got it back on the trailer and took it to a boat mechanic (certified Mercruiser). He replaced...
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    Keeping ski boat at the marina

    Go easy on me. I'm new to the boating world and needing some gently guidance. I just bought a 16ft ski boat. It has a 3.0L Mercruiser and the outdrive on it. I have no desire what so ever to haul the thing to the lake every weekend when I want to go out and want to make it as easy as I can on...
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