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    Correct time to winterize stern drive engine?

    If we knew exactly where you are located, you would get better answers
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    1993 Bayliner capri 1750 vs 1998 Larson 186sei

    Unless there is something special about that Lawson, I’m guessing the max rated HP for that boat would probably be in the 130-140 range. Running that boat wide open with 225 HP would be dangerous. Since you are new to boating, you would have a hard time getting insurance. Have you, or are...
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    1993 Bayliner capri 1750 vs 1998 Larson 186sei

    A couple things…the terminology for the Bayliner engine is inboard/outboard. Are you sure about that 225 on the Lawson? That’s massive power for an 18 footer. I’m guessing it’s actually 125. Between the two, the Lawson would definitely be the better buy. It’s newer and better built.
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    So i was gifted a boat..

    Agree with Scott…especially the part about tri hulls…they will beat you do death. I speak from experience
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    So i was gifted a boat..

    Ok, what engine is on it and does it work? What condition is the boat in? Are the decks soft and need replacing? Seating? Does it need to be replaced? What other issues jump out at you? As far as finding information on this particular boat, I wouldn’t bother trying. Most boats are pretty...
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    Shore power stopped working suddenly

    Glad you found it. Just curios…how close is that breaker to your shore power connection?
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    Shore power stopped working suddenly

    I was told that ABYC standards were changed in the mid 90’s to include a breaker within close proximity to the shore power connection. Mine is covered with a stainless steel cap identical to the cap that covers the shore power connector. I never looked at mine as I just assumed it covered a...
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    Shore power stopped working suddenly

    I found out the hard way there is a breaker within a foot or so of your boat side connection. Never knew it existed until I lost power one day and a buddy told me to check it.
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    Inboard fuel tank clogged filters and pickup tube

    Need more info. Your options are: getting a fuel polishing guy to clean the fuel or pump it out completely. This depends on how old the fuel is. If old, pump it out and he can assess how dirty the tank is and best way to clean it. Another option, if the tank itself Is really dirty and can...
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    5.0 Quick drain Winterization

    I’ve always used the muffs to run antifreeze into the block, but I also remove the T-stat first, now I don’t have to worry….is it open or closed?
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    initial boat inspection how to's

    Bill Weyant of East Coast Marine up in Havre de Grace. Really takes his time to explain all systems to make sure the buyer understands how everything works. I used him on my Carver 356 over on Kent Island. My brother used him previously and referred him to me. I might add, he wants you...
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    initial boat inspection how to's

    My .02 worth, a 260 really needs a big block. A 5.7 is just adequate. If you do pursue it, sea trail with full tanks and 4 people. As far as a surveyor goes, tell us where you are and maybe we can make a couple suggestions.
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    Diagram for coolant system?

    I’m not the person to ask, but I know just enough to say, make sure you do this conversion right. Starter and alternator (as well as anything electrical) must be electrically sealed for marine use, otherwise, the possibility exists for a big boom. Seems I have read that the cam may need to be...
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    Running boat on land with no prop?

    I’m no expert, but I’m guessing you really need to get it on the water to properly break it in. Even if it is an hour or two away…make the effort.
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    Running boat on land with no prop?

    Ok, why is the OP running his engine 30 minutes or more? If he’s just flushing, sounds like major overkill to me.
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    Diagram for coolant system?

    Ok, sorry. You are right. I am an idiot and will use this as a teaching or rather, a learning moment. Do my best to not let it happen again
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    Diagram for coolant system?

    Well, the OP is a newbie to all of this. Just trying to help him learn the differences in marine engine cooling.
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    Diagram for coolant system?

    That’s the way inboard marine engines are referred to…either fresh water cooled (FWC) or raw water cooled (RWC). FWC is a closed cooling system with Fresh water mixed with antifreeze running through the engine block and usually the exhaust manifolds as well. RWC is the engine block completely...
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    Diagram for coolant system?

    Fresh water cooled engines do not have radiators…they have heat exchangers that serve the purpose of a radiator. On that engine, if you are fresh water cooled, the heat exchanger will be tubular, maybe 4,5,6,7 inches in diameter and 12-18 inches in length, mounted on top of the engine with...
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    Diagram for coolant system?

    Most important question…Fresh water cooled or raw water cooled
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