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    stupid question about thermostat...

    Hi, I have a volvo penta AQ131A. I believe my thermostat is bad. Do you have to replace it? Or can it just be taken out and not replaced. A few guys said to just take it out and not replace. Thanks
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    Penta AQ131A / overheating and high oil pressure?

    Hi, I have a Penta AQ131A inboard on my bayliner. At an idol everything is fine. If I kick it up the oil pressure goes way up...It will top out at full throttle. Also it will overheat if i am half throttle or more for more than 20 seconds...It blows out the top of the cap...I have replaced the...
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    best fishing line?

    In your opinion, what do you think is the best fishing line? Please keep all factors in mind. Sensibility, line memory, castability, knot strength...etc Please also include the best braid line. Thank you.
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    correct oil mixture?

    Hi, Does anyone know what the correct gas/oil mixture for a 100 hp Johnson 1971. The model # is 100ESL71C. My friend told me he mixes all his outboards 50:1 no matter the engine. But I don't want to ruin my nice USED OLD engine... Thank you for your help!!!
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    Evinrude 18 hp....what year?

    Hi, I have an 18 hp Evinrude that was given to me recently. It has been sitting for many many years (I'm guessing atleast 15 years). I looked for a model # on the motor but was unsuccessful. I did find a seriel # , but I don't think that will help. The only info I was able to find was on the...
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    used CHEAP trailer or used rollers

    Can anyone tell me where I can find a used CHEAP trailer or USED rollers for my 16' fiberglass trihull boat? I have looked on ebay but have been unsuccessful. My boat is old and only worth about $200 (no joke). I really don't want to spend more that what the boat is worth. But I do need a...
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    trailer rollers

    Hi everyone, I have a 16' fiberglass trihull boat. It is VERY heavy (must be close to 1500 lb.) and OLD. The trailer I have is in really rough shape and I swear that it is even older. The only rollers I have on the trailer is three that run down the middle. I am looking for some ez loader...
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    1971 Johnson 100 hp problem

    I have a problem with my outboard that keeps occuring. I have gone through 3 rotors in the past 2 months. When I replace the rotor, the motor runs GREAT for a few weeks (about 2-3 fishing trips) and then it gets very hard to start and then it won't start at all. Out of the water and hooked up...
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