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    Do you need to Start with both batteries

    Just a question that I am not to sure about.I have a dual battery switch on my boat which goes from off to one or both batteries.Do I need to start my boat on one or both?Do both batteries charge at the same time when it is on both?I have done the search on this but still not sure of the...
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    GPS Question

    Looking to get a Gps for xmas but not sure what type or model to look for.So many different ones out there.I would primarily be using it in a 20' boat.Fish a lot out on Southern Lake Huron.wondering if any one could let me know what I should be looking for in one and ideas on whose are more...
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    Replacing Port Holes

    Guys,appreciate any help on this.Looking to replace a porthole on my 20'boat in cuddy cabin.The porthole is a black plastic style.Beckson is the name of the manufactuer.It's a 5" x 12" style.I have found one site that has them although not exactly the same but they are pricy.Wondering if anyone...
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    Plastic snap Caps?

    :( Hello everyone,just wondering if anyone knows where I can get the Grey plastic snap on caps for upholestry.I have tried numerous companies and searched the net but seems no one makes the grey ones anymore.All the colors of the rainbow except grey.What gives.Anyways any and all help would be...
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    Everything you ever wanted to know about "Plascore"

    For those who want to know more about plascore.Be sure to read all of this for any questions you might have.http://www.plascore.com
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    Fiberglassing and hardner mixing?

    Hey guys,Never really done this kind of work before so I'm looking for some help from all you experts out there.Going to fiberglass my stringers and floor in here soon but not sure what mixture ratio I should be using.I have a 5 gallon pail of resin and a gallon of hardner.Is that enough?Have a...
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    WOOD ROT GALORE

    Well I really got my self into yhis one.Had a punky spot on the floor of my 20' tempest cuddy.Figured I would recarpet at the same time since the carpet was totaled anyway.Who would use foam back carpet any ways?Well I lifted the carpet.....Wow,lots of wood rot right down to the stringers.OK i...
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    4.3 L Engine Manual

    Any ideas where I could get an engine manual for a 4.3 L Gm Cobra engine?New or Used would be fine.The engine is a 1986/87.Appreciate any help.
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    Teak Care

    Just wondered if anyone has had good luck varnishing over teak once its been cleaned.Everywhere I have looked just seems like everyone wants to sell you teak oil preservative.Will varnish actually hurt teak?
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    Fuel tank pitting on bottom

    Just gutted my 20'Tempest to redo the rotted wood.Took the 35 gallon fuel tank out and noticed a bit of pitting on the underside.Sanded it down and pressure tested it with dye and water and have no leaks.Just wondering if there is something I can use on filling in the pits to prevent any deeper...
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    Who makes the "Tempest Boats"

    Hi all.First time using this forum.Great site.OK,Question I hope someone can help me with.I just purchased a 1987 Tempest boat with a 4.3 litre cobra OMC engine.It's a 20' cuddy.Who exactly makes these boats?I can't seem to find any info on it.Appreciate any help on it.<br /><br /> thanks
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