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    Synthetic Engine Oil

    I was thinking of changing to synthetic engine oil for my 5.7L when I change it this next time. Is this a good or bad thing, and if it is a good thing, is it worth the added cost? And also what would be the best weight to use.<br /><br />Thanks
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    Brakes

    What is the proper adjustment for drum brakes? I have a tandem axle trailer and have recently repacked all four hubs and adjusted the shoes out so they were just barely making contact with the drum. On the last 40 mile trip to the lake I took note that the regular hubs were cool and the ones...
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    Prop Size

    I recently got a 95 Rinker Captiva 209 with the 5.7L 4bbl. Currently it's running a 14.25 x 17 mercruiser SS 3 blade prop. With that and 550 lbs of adults and kids at WOT I'm turning 5100 RPM's at 48 mph (GPS). What I know is that the book calls for a max rpm at WOT of 4700 RPM's. Does anybody...
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