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    Fuel filter question

    Adding an inline filter of the proper size won't hurt a thing, adding numerous filters could cause a flow issue on an EFI system.
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    New guy, floor repair questions

    Or, an aluminum hull boat that has no rotted wood with the exception of a transom board that is easy to replace. Aluminum doesn't rot, look around at the aluminum boats still around from the 60's and 70's and before and much easier/ cheaper to rebuild and fix.
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    3ohp mercury tilt problem

    First step would be to go thru and check all electrical connections....clean and tighten. A tiny amount of corrosion can cause problems.
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    New guy, floor repair questions

    Hull structure is rotted and will fail, that is the reason behind the "wear your life jacket" comment. It will cost thousands to fix up your boat even doing all the work yourself. Best bet is to scrap it and find an aluminum hull that you can fix up.
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    Going from 25 hp to 35 hp

    Yep....your pushing some weight there, with the right prop it should plane but gonna slow it down. Another 10 to won't make a big difference in performance, but might be enough to plane if you have the right prop.
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    Fuel filter question

    That is true on EFI engines, I did mention carbs....
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    Random

    OUCH.......
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    Going from 25 hp to 35 hp

    Where did the third guy sit ? Balancing weight on a small boat is very critical. So is prop selection...a change to a lesser pitch might be needed when that third person is added. On my 14' old tinnie, I carried two props so I had a spare, but one was two inches less in pitch for when I...
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    Fuel filter question

    Could be, but have never experienced an issue. My fuel goes thru 3 filters before reaching each carb, motor is a 1992, never an issue even on E10 fuel.
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    Fuel filter question

    Can't have to many filters in my opinion
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    Badly weathered engine cover

    I use simple green, but Dawn dish soap works well..
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    Badly weathered engine cover

    Clean it with a strong cleaner first, then see how faded it is. If not bad then a good auto polish should work. Watch the decals, they can be peeled right off with certain cleaners and polishes. If really bad, peel off the decals, sand and repaint. New decals are availiable. I just use a...
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    Mariner 30 hp oil injection delete

    Some folks premix their fuel for a while until they see the oil going down in the reservoir. It will make a heavy oil mix but you won't hurt anything. Some folks premix at 100 or 75 to one , while they are watching for the oil in the reservoir to drop so the oil mix is not so heavy.
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    Mariner 30 hp oil injection delete

    Test it out and make sure it is working as the motor is new to you. I always look for a puff of smoke on initial startup for the first minute or two, after that you hardly notice any. Keep a close eye on your oil tank to be sure it is working. I fill my oil tank each time I fill my 18 gallon...
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    Mariner 30 hp oil injection delete

    Why....the Merc unit is one of the better oil injection units. My 1992 works flawlessly
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    Bad Engine Ground?

    Once thoroughly cleaned to brite and shiny, coat with a sticky grease to slow down the rust and be sure connection is really tight.
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    Why is my gas orange?

    Once your tank is cleaned, there is a product that coats and seals a metal tank on the inside, popular with motorcycle guys. Something to consider..
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    Can you paint an outboard cowling with automotive spray paint?

    Are you painting over the decals ? Paint might make them lift/ curl....
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    Shower drain pump, no power

    Might not be one, you often see inline fuses if the pump was an after thought...
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    Inflatable Boat Trailer Suggestions

    After re looking at the heading...can't say I have ever saw an inflatable trailer ! Has anyone else ?? Lol....
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