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  1. TBarCYa

    Trailer rating questions

    I have a 16' car trailer that has dual axles with 5 lug wheels and electric brakes on both axles. I have no information about this trailer regarding it's capacity as I believe it's a homemade trailer. Does anyone have a suggestion for how to determine the capacity of this trailer? I think the...
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    Engine coupler replacement

    Is there a how-to anywhere about how to replace the engine coupler on my Mercruiser 888? I know the engine has to be lifted and turned to gain access but does anyone have any suggestions or tips on how to make the job easier? I would rather leave this job to a mechanic but this is the 2nd day...
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    Sometimes it cranks and sometimes... Not so much...

    I'm having a wierd problem with my 1975 Merc 888. The past two time it's been out it has started with no problems at the dock however after running for a while then shutting it down, it seems like it's harder for the starter to turn it over. It sounds like the batteries are low but it will...
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    GPS that uses NOAA charts

    Does anyone know of a GPS that can use the charts downloadable from NOAA or Maptech?
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    Best way to change oil

    It's time to change the oil in my 1975 Mercruiser v8 Ford 302 so my question is what is the best way to remove the old oil? I'm reluctant to allow it to empty into the bilge unless someone can suggest one of those absorbant mats that will hold enough oil so I'm guessing that my only option is a...
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    Where are the parts to my head?

    My 1975 Regal has a head in the cuddy with a pump on the side but I cannot find where the storage tank and/or fluid reservoir may be located. Is it possible that all I have is the head itself without a tank which makes it useless for solids unless outside of no-discharge zones. If there was...
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    Do my findings match my symptons

    Last week I took the boat out for the first time before which I started the engine on the muffs at home. I watched the temp for 15 minutes at home and it stayed around 150-180 the whole time at differing rpms. When I got it in the water I again let it run for about 10 minutes and watched the...
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    Puc of shift/throttle cable arms

    Does anyone have a pic of how the shift/throttle cables attach to the arm on a Merc 888 drive? I'm trying to figure out which cable is supposed to be closest to the transom and how the switch on the starboard side is supposed to work. Right now the starboard switch doesn't have any wires...
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    Rear seating next to engine cover

    I'm looking for advice on adding seats next to my engine cover. My boat is a 21' Regal Cuddy and while I don't have a pic of my boat, the pic below is setup very similar to mine. What I'm looking to do is build some sort of seating into the areas beside the engine cover and while it's not...
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    Guy hit my boat at the ramp today

    The ramp is a 2 lane with dock on both sides. A guy decided to back his boat onto the ramp and launch it while I was backing my trailer towards the ramp to retrieve my boat. He backed in and the boat floated off the trailer but the stern of the boat headed towards my boat and made contact with...
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    Stupid bimini question

    Does a bimini have to be taken down when under way? I have a 1975 21' Regal Cuddy and I'm thinking of getting a 2 bow bimini. The problem is that because of the windshield, the only way I could fold the top down would be towards the back which would interfere with passengers. Is it typically...
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    Waterproof case for laptop

    I have a handheld GPS and the serial cable to connect to the laptop as well as moving map software and the charts for the area where I boat and I'm interested in a waterproof and possibly shockproof case for the laptop. The goal is to use an external LCD display and wireless trackball (both...
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    Woven roving for reduced skid floor?

    My 21' Regal has a panel that runs down the center of the floor and covers the fuel tank and a small storage compartment. The previous owner made a cover from plywood and painted it (no glass or resin) and it has held up for the year that I have had the boat but it's getting to be time to...
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    Seat pedestals

    I am looking to install two pedestals in my 21' Regal and I want to be able to remove the seats to make more room on the deck. I've seen several different designs for removeable pedestals and am curious which ones are safe for someone to sit in while underway. The first type I've seen has a...
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    Using power trim without override button?

    My 1975 Regal with Ford 302 and 888 drive exhibits interesting behavior in the tilt/trim department. There are no trim sensors on the sides of the gimbal ring like on most drives and when I try to trim the drive out (up) I have to push the middle button on the console. The labels have faded on...
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    Polyester resin curing

    I've read that gelcoat will not cure in the presence of air but what about polyester resin? Since gelcoat is polyester based I would think that they would behave the same but I really don't know. If I've already applied polyester resin but didn't cover it to prevent contact with the air, is...
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    What to look for in a used 888 drive

    I'm going this weekend to look at a used Mercruiser 888 drive that is still attached to the boat. I'm not sure if the engine runs so I don't know if I can see it work and if not I plan to pull the drive before making a purchase. Other than checking the fluid (to make sure there's no water in...
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    How difficult to rebuild pre-alpha drive?

    I've got a Mercruiser 888 that tore up the upper gears and is in need of a rebuild. My question is, how hard is it to do? I've rebuilt truck axles (including gear setup) automatic transmissions, transfer cases and have even rebuilt engines so I've got some skills but is there something outside...
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    Compartment above engine - 1975 21' Cuddy

    More questions about my 1975 21' Cuddy... There is a compartment above the engine that has two wooden hatches and a drain that exits thru the transome. This compartment appears to have been insulated although the insulation is about 80% missing. The compartment runs about 50% of the width of...
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    Questions about head - 1975 Regal 21'

    I have a 1975 Regal 21' Cuddy and I can't figure out how the head works. There's a handle but when I pump the handle noting appears to happen. This forum is kinda slow so I'll give it a couple days and post pics if they're needed.
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