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    4 blade prop for 5.0l 19'

    I have a 19.5' bowrider with a merc 5.0l and alpha 1 drive, currently have a 14.5x19 3 blade prop, I want to switch over to a new 4 blade prop. Currently I get about 42mph @ 4500rpm trimmed out. I understand that when switching to a 4 blade you usually step down 1" in pitch to maintain the same...
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    Smart tabs install a sucess!

    Ordered a set of stainless smart tabs a couple of weeks ago and finally got around to installing them this weekend. After reading all the positive posts about the smart tabs I decided to order a set of the stainless 80lbs tabs to replace my SE Sport 300 hydrofoil. Let me first state that I...
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    transom leak, possible exhaust o-ring or transom seal?

    So I have a leak im still trying to track down, I have tracked it to the transom plate, but obviously cant see in there because the motor is still there. Before I yank the motor out I wanted to get an idea what I might need to replace. Its coming from the area around the transom plate where...
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    replacing drain plug......?

    I am replacing my garboard drain plug assembly and notice there is no drain tube or anything in the transom, is this correct? The sealant on the outside is old and a new assembly needs to be installed but there is no tube, just a hole straight through the transom into the bilge......should i be...
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    suggested maintenance while engine is removed?

    I have to pull my engine to find a mystery leak near the exhaust Y, is there some suggested maintenance to do while the engine is out? Assuming that the leak isnt coming from the transom seal.......should that be replaced since i will be in there? or is that something that doesnt go bad without...
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    engine removal, capping fluid lines?

    probably a basic question, but when removing all the fluid lines in prep to removing the engine, what do I plug them with? I have clamps for the fuel line but what about the hydraulic lines and such?
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    Mounting BBQ on a bowrider?

    We are getting tired of bringing sandwhiches for lunch when we go out. I would like to mount a bbq on the boat just not sure how. I was thinking about using something like this...
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    convert to smart tabs?

    I bought my boat a few months back and it came with a stingray hydrofoil intalled. Havent had any problems with it and seems to plane well......but I was curious about switching to smarts tabs. If i were to remove the hyrofoil do i need to plug the holes on the cavataion plate, I thought I saw...
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    DIY bellows replacement or take it to shop?

    Hi all, I consider my self a very handy mechanic but focus mainly on motorcycles (BMW's to be specific). I have not come across any repair I haven?t been able to completely, down to a transmission rebuild. I am good at following directions and manufacturer specs.....that being said, I recently...
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