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    Just Bought a Trailer. Help Me Service it Properly.

    I just bought a new-to-me but older trailer. I need to know what all steps I need to take to service it properly. I already plan on replacing all rollers, sanding down, and painting. Wondering if all the bolts and nuts should be painted? Behind the wheels is pretty rusty. Can you replace the...
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    Help Me Choose a Solid Aluminum Boat Hull?

    Help me choose an aluminum boat. I have been looking at the Xpress 1650VJ, the Alumaweld 1648 (riveted), and also a Seaark 1648. The Seaark has only a 67 inch beam for some reason. The Seaark and Xpress are 0.100 and both are welded. The Alumaweld is 0.070.
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    Thoughts on Tracker Grizzly Boats?

    What is everyone's thoughts on Tracker Grizzly aluminum boats?
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    How can I tell if my OB is a Bigfoot model or not?

    How can I tell if my OB is a Bigfoot model or not?
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    Help with deck on aluminum boat please...

    I have researched extensively and I'm having trouble finding decking support information. I have attached a picture of the deck I am trying to make. My first question is how is it possible to attach supports for underneath the deck with as little drilling as possible. Do most people just attach...
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    Significant difference in .80 and .100 hull?

    I realize that the hull is 20 percent thicker. Are there any real advantages to this? Would the .80 be ok? -Blake
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    Elementary Boat Installation Questions

    So I just got a Xpress 1650 VJ. I would like to add some floors and a back deck. As far as the flooring can I just cut the deck to size, carpet it, and lay it over the ribs? For information purposes, How do people screw down their deck floor? Secondly I would like to add a back deck that goes...
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    Where can I find install and service manuals for 1996 Merc 4 Cycle?

    Where can I find install and service manuals for 1996 Merc 4 Cycle?
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    What controls do I need for Merc?

    I have a 1996 Merc ELPTO. What controls / cables do I need to mount and run this?
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    Ok to put a 30 HP 2-stroke on my 25 HP max boat (Grizzly 1448)?

    I have a 14 foot Aluminum Grizzly 1448. It's a pretty heavy duty Aluminum boat. I have the option of getting a Merc 25 HP-4 stroke or a Merc 30 HP 2-Stroke. The 2-stroke weighs about 50 pounds less. Would there be a huge issue with running the 30? Is there legal issues involved? I really want a...
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