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    Loctite on brake line fittings?

    Should I use Loctite on my brake line connections or are they OK without it? If Loctite is recommended, which type is best? Thanks in advance
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    Best flexible brake line mounting idea?

    I'm about to replace my hard brake lines with flexible lines but I'm wondering which method is most robust. My trailer's current hard line method is junk (plastic brackets adhered via glue to the frame). I suppose I could use zip ties but they may not look the best and they might be more...
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    Brake Line Kit Instructions (Tie Down Engineer #80328)

    Does anyone know where I can get hold of the assembly instructions included with the above kit? I'd like to see the actual instruction manual before purchasing it. Thanks in advance!
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    3.55 vs 3.73 diff ratio

    OK, getting ready to purchase a new tow vehicle but can't decide between a 2010 F150 and a 2010 Ram. Unfortunately, all the models in my price range come with a 3.55 limited slip diff. Let's hear from the experts!!! What should I do?
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    2-Speed Winch Question (strap vs cable)

    Looking to purchase a 2-speed winch (manual crank) but all the 2500 lb Fulton winches appear to be cable or rope spooled. Does anyone have a similar winch with a strap spool? If so, please send specs or a website. Thanks in advance
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    How to prevent wind gusts from blowing my icicle lights onto my roof?

    Yes, I know, it's way too early to hang XMAS lights. However, we have a neighbor kid (his name is Dax) who was just told he would not live thru Christmas (brain cancer I think, maybe leukemia). Anywho, apparently, the story made CNN last night and our neighborhood is pulling together to...
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    Risks of buying a PS3 on eBay?

    Looking to buy a PS3 soon because it also doubles as a Blu-Ray player, however, I'm all about saving $$$ so how risky is buying such an item on eBay? Warranty? Return Policy? Is it really worth it or should I just drop the $299 at Walmart and be on my way?
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    How to eliminate lawn weeds!

    OK, I'm not sure if this post belongs in this forum but I don't know where else to turn. The weeds in my lawn have gotten out of control and Walmart has failed me for the last time. I've tried every concoction they offer only to have the weeds come back to life each and every time. The gloves...
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    Things to ask of a service tech before and after winterization

    Greetings all. I hope this year's boating season has been enjoyable for everyone! Here in the midwest, our boating season is starting to wrap-up so it's time to winterize my I/O. Thankfully, I'm not smart enough to do it myself so I am entrusting my local Volvo Penta dealer will do it right...
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    Triple Lip, Spring-Loaded Oil Seals

    I need to replace my inner hub seals but I have no idea what size to purchase. Tie-Down Engineering is the OEM but their website is a little fuzzy as to which seal fits my trailer. 2 Questions: 1) How do I find the correct size (and corresponding part number) without taking the darn thing...
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    Hubs still running very warm after re-packing the bearings

    Just repacked the bearings for the 1st time but they are still running a little warm compared to normal. Don't have bearing buddies yet but the trailer does have "turbo lube hubs", meaning, they are bathed in 50w oil to supplement cooling (although, the hub wouldn't take much oil). I followed...
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    iBoats Rank Thresholds

    What are the thresholds of getting your rank promoted within iBoats? It's probably listed somewhere but for whatever reason, I couldn't find anything that spelled it out clearly. Thanks in advance!
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    Road Repair Sequence

    Here in central IL, it's not boating season, it's road construction season. Can someone explain the reasons for the following sequence of events? 5-Mile Stretch of a 4-lane hwy (heavy morning and evening traffic): 0-2 months: dig-up every other 50 feet of concrete then patch it with blacktop...
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    Fixed Tie-Down Problems

    My factory Four Winns trailer has fixed tie downs. Nice feature at first, but now, both of them SUCK! I think the internal spring mechanism broke which doesn't allow the rachet straps to tighten down. Does anyone know how to fix them??? Thanks in advance.
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    Successful Maiden Voyage!

    Managed to put the first 4 hours on the boat yesterday and OMG!!! Four Winns Boats and Volvo Penta motors are incredible!!! Followed the break-in instructions to a "T" and everything performed as planned. No engine leaks were noticed, guages looked good, and no water in the bilge. In the 4th...
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    Can't dump any more fuel in. Why?

    Just attempted to put 20+ gallons in the tank but it began to overflow at 7 gallons (boat is in the garage). I checked the fuel guage and it reads 1/4 full. Am I missing something obvious or do I have a blockage of some type? The boat has a 50 gallon tank. Please help!!!
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    Lowering the Wakeboard tower during travel

    Can someone help me figure-out how to lower my wakeboard tower without completely removing it from my boat? That freakin thing is 10' high on trailer and it's a pain in the rear to remove the lower legs everytime I need to put it in the garage. Is it possible to travel safely in the "down"...
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    First-ever Engine Ignition

    Have a brand new VP 5.7L and would like to fire the motor for the first time ever using sterndrive flushing ears. It's got an MPI so I'll need to prime the fuel pump but what else should I pay special attention to besides fluid levels etc? Is it really as easy as it sounds? How long can I run...
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    Trailer Hitch Play/Slop

    OK, this may be a little difficult to explain but I'll give it a try anyway. There appears to be just enough play (or slop) inside my 2" trailer hitch so whenever I accelerate or hit the brakes, it sounds like the boat is flying off the trailer just for a quick second. I told my wife this is...
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    Marine VHF Hand-Held Advice Needed

    OK, the wife and I went to our first Power Squadron boat safety training class last night and now she is convinced we need a VHF marine radio for emergencies. Most of our boating will be on the Illinois River or inland lakes. I've read thru numerous posts on this website in regards to...
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