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    What was Causing this Clunking Sound? Binding Brakes?

    These are surge brakes. I have 2 yr old Dexter Hydraulic Drum Brake Actuator and Demco drum brakes.
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    How do I Stop Loosing Bearing Buddys??

    I'm not sure what you are showing here. The outer hose clamp is on the BB. Is the inner clamp on the hub. Do you connect then together somehow? Mine did go in pretty tight using a heavy hammer and a block of wood. Of courst tapping gently at first to get it started square.
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    What was Causing this Clunking Sound? Binding Brakes?

    Boaters, I took my 20 ft Four Winns to the gas station (along with a a few diamonds to barter) and noticed a clunking sound. I had a friend drive it slowly as I walked along side. The sound was coming from the left side and did not seem to match the tire rotation but that was hard to tell. I...
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    Where Do I Get Marine Quality Non-Slip Strips?

    Thanks. I did just paint the fenders. I prepped with a wire brush on a drill and used Rustolium from a spray can. See picture. This was primarily just to stop the rust. It was not intended to look like a pro paint job. What do you think about the peel and stick adhesive that is already on the...
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    Where Do I Get Marine Quality Non-Slip Strips?

    Thanks!!
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    How do I Stop Loosing Bearing Buddys??

    I put the dimples in the Bearing Buddy right, not in the hub? And that puts a dimple but there is also raised metal around the edge of the dimple and the raised material makes for a tight fit as the BB goes into the hub. Is that right?
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    Where Do I Get Marine Quality Non-Slip Strips?

    That's a good idea!! Many different sizes and even different colors!
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    How do I Stop Loosing Bearing Buddys??

    How would the cotter key affect the BB falling out? Can you tell me more about staking the bearing in place? What would that look like? What tools would be needed?
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    How do I Stop Loosing Bearing Buddys??

    I do think that they are the correct size or I would have lost all 4 very quickly. I lost 2 a year ago and another one a month ago. I'll check for corrosion. if all that is OK any suggestions besides what Bt Doctor suggested adding a hose clamp?
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    How do I Stop Loosing Bearing Buddys??

    So a hose clamp over the rubber dust cap !!! Great idea!! Thanks
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    How do I Stop Loosing Bearing Buddys??

    I've got Bearing Buddys in my double axle trailer. I've already lost a couple and I just saw that another one is missing!! I've read that removing and replacing them can expand the axle (hub?) and result in a loose fit and having the Bearing Buddys fall off. What can I do to prevent that?
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    Where Do I Get Marine Quality Non-Slip Strips?

    Thank you !! I'll go ahead and ordere them. They come in a 10 pack so I could replace them quite a few times!!
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    Are Four Winns know to have strong hulls? Installing a tower

    Update: I did add the tower. I put 4 x 6 backing using 1/2 in thick plywood under each corner. I attached them with industrial adhesive. The tower is rock solid!! but can be easily folded down to go under low bridges.
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    Steel Caps or Bearing Buddys?

    I had that happen, I lost one. I need to replace it. How do I make sure that I don't lose the new one.?
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    Where Do I Get Marine Quality Non-Slip Strips?

    I want to add non-slip /anti-skid strips to the fenders on my trailer. I step on the fenders as I step into the boat. This is a double wheel trailer. The fenders are thick, strong metal that can easily hold my weight. I can find anti-skid tape strips at the hardware store. (see pictures) These...
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    Are Four Winns know to have strong hulls? Installing a tower

    Not that deep. Maybe I don't need to be concerned, probably just cosmetic. It there a way to touch them up just to look better?
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    Are Four Winns know to have strong hulls? Installing a tower

    @ Scott Did you add a tower? If so, what make and model? Can you post pictures?
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    Fried the 4th impeller kit? (OMC 2.3)

    There is no "suction". Water is coming out of your hose under pressure. It goes into the hose adapter/ motor flush (muffs) and into the bottom of your outdrive. The water has to travel up to where the impeller it. Maybe 2 ft. If the hose adapter does not make a good seal and squeeze the...
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    Are Four Winns know to have strong hulls? Installing a tower

    @ Scott my understanding is that the OMC outdrives had a problem with the gearsets they first tried changing the angle on the clutch dogs and then redesigned the shift cables. If you adjust the shift mechanism properly they can be fine boats. I have never heard anything bad about the hull or...
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    Are Four Winns know to have strong hulls? Installing a tower

    @ poconojoe Yes the tower manufactures to discuss what material and size for doublers some even provide a doubler kit. Can you explain how I drill test holes in the transom without going thru the outer skin? Do I drill from inside the boat? I do keep the bilge dry. I pull the plug after...
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