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    Joke for the times

    The Iraqi Ambassador to the UN has just finished giving a speech, and walks out into the lobby where he meets President Bush. They shake hands and as they walk the Iraqi says, "You know, I have just one question about what I have seen in America." President Bush says "Well , Mr. Ambassador...
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    Do I need to service Bearing Buddies

    I have had my new trailer for a year now and make sure that the Bearing Buddies always have positive pressure by greasing them when needed. The hubs are not hot after a two hour pull on the highway. Do I still need to service my wheel hubs once a year? FYI the grease is green inside the hub. Thanks
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    Repainting a propeller

    I recently had my prop rebuilt. Soon after I put it in the water all of the paint came off. I later gave it 2 coats of primer and 2 coats of Mercury Phantom black paint. It to came off right away. Does anyone have any suggestions? I thought that I might bake each coat of primer and paint in the...
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    How do I tighten my steering

    I have a cable steering system to my 2000 75 hp Merc 4 stroke and would like to tighten it up a bit. I do not see an adjustment on either the cable, steering box or the motor. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks :(
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    Is my fuel mileage good?

    I have a 17' Smoker with a 75hp 4 stroke Merc. The boat fully loaded weighs 1500 lbs. I had 800 lbs of people in the boat. I cruised for 4 hours at 25mph and estimate the fuel mileage to be 9 miles per gallon. Is this good?
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