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  1. Chris51280

    What rack and pinion replacement?

    Steering for a alpha gen 1 outdrive with power steering. Cable read detmar 14.5ft. What rack and pinion should I get
  2. Chris51280

    Quicksilver grease - trailer and u-joints

    thanks. just wanted to make sure since I read the ptfe causes issues. I put about 2500miles on the trailer and haven't had any problems
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    Quicksilver grease - trailer and u-joints

    is the 2-4-c the same as the extreme grease?
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    Quicksilver grease - trailer and u-joints

    Ok. I should have maybe read up on it a bit sooner. When I rebuild my trailer bearings and my u-joints I used the quicksilver extreme with ptfe in it. It states its ok to use for it. Now here i see many saying it's bad because bearings might slip. So I used it for about 3 years. Should I...
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    repacking wheel hubs

    Dexter EZ Lube to about 80% full to give room for expansion. Too full and it will pop out the front seal
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    trailer makes banging noise when stop & starting

    may need to bleed the system. are you sure its working? The fluid acts as a dampener
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    1985 Bayliner 2750 Ciera Sunbridge Resto

    they are brass 1/4" NPT plugs. any hardware store has them
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    Gimbal Bearing Cheap

    I found out that a lot of times the ring has the hole for grease but the bearings are sealed. You can find out if you take the bearing out of the ring
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    When to change the steering cable

    That's my concern too. I don't want it too easy. Maybe that is why they have the non feed back cables steering. Since I don't have anything to compare it to, I just have to make a best guess. Most people buy used boats like me but don't know how it should feel when new. I do not have to use two...
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    When to change the steering cable

    but what does slop in the steering have to do with how stiff the steering is?
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    When to change the steering cable

    there is a little bit of slop in the steering wheel. No rust on the rod that comes out from the cable. I just wondered. Do these system even run that easy that you can spin the wheel with one finger? I just don't want to change out parts and have the same results.
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    When to change the steering cable

    Ok, stupid question. I see some videos where they use one finger to move the steering wheel. I have an I/O Alpha Gen 1 (1990) with power steering. I know my hydraulics are good. That was overhauled 4 years ago with a new pump and also the actuator got looked over with no leaks. However, how do I...
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    Wheel Bearing Inspection Interval

    I'd agree on the bearing quality. I would be afraid they explode at 60mph. Anything other than a china stamp. I had them apart about 4 years ago and they looked good. running quicksilver grease in them which helps with water intrusion/mixing. I think the seal is about due to be replaced since...
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    Wheel Bearing Inspection Interval

    General question. How often do you take the wheel hub off and inspect bearings and refill with new grease? I assume it depends on salt water, distance towed, how often it goes in the water, bearing buddies/ez-lube system?
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    Lifespan of airhead tubes

    Ah, good to know. guess what, I did all of the above. So I'm gonna be preparing to have to get another one. been doing this for 4 years now and it came with the boat. So not sure how old it really is. I knew rubber parts gas out and loose their flexibility. The good thing is they aren't too...
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    Lifespan of airhead tubes

    thanks. wondered on the inner tube because of the folding and creases the tube gets stress points and eventually leaks there.
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    Lifespan of airhead tubes

    Anybody know how long they last? Since we fold them and store them in the locker and do this a couple times a year and in the winter gets left in the locker covered up. Anybody have theirs for 5+ years, 10+ maybe?
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    facebook and all the misinformation

    I guess Allysa Milano didn't read your post. Otherwise she wouldnt have sold her Tesla to get a VW to get away from hatred and racism Elon now apparently reflects
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    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    can't speak for him, but to answer my side: I probably won't do it again. very time consuming and dirty. We are not getting any younger either. I'm not a quitter and once started, you just have to finish. I can't stand money being wasted on half finished projects. Prices have gone up...
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    Making engine beds

    yes
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