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    8HP 2 stroke no start - Low compression

    I have a 2004 8HP Yamaha 2 stroke. Started last week, and was idling for about 5 minutes, then died. Good water flow. Haven't been able to start it since. New plugs, new fuel filter, carb was rebuilt beginning of the year. Checked reed plate and all looks well. Has spark and fuel. Drained the...
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    Oil Change Vacuum Merc Adapters

    I bought the West Marine 6.9QT manual oil change pump last year. It came with all sorts of adapters....I know there was one specifically for Mercruise and it threaded on to the dipstick tube. I remember as I was cleaning up, one of the pieces went flying and landed in a bush. To this day I still...
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    Looking to buy a new Jetski

    Hey folks! Looking to buy my first Jetski and wondering if I could get some input. The two that I am currently looking at are a 2004 SeaDoo GTI which is a 2 stroke and a 2002 SeaDoo GTX 155 which is a 4 stroke. So far, I have only seen the 2004 in person, but just visual and did not hear it...
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    Trying to find ignition wires for 2004 8HP Yamaha 2 Stroke

    Found I had a bad wire today when I was trying to figure out why I had a skip. Touched the back of the case so I could take cover off and see what was going on and it zapped the crap out of me. Upon taking off the cover and then starting again, saw that one of the wires is arcing out to the...
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    Issue with 6HP Johnson Seahorse

    Good morning! I picked up a little 6hp engine for my inflatable and having an issue with it. First thing is figuring out what year it is. I have been looking at the serial number (see attached) and trying to match up, but it doesn't seem to fit the layout of letters and numbers in the charts...
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    Anyone know what this nut is called?

    Need to replace some of the hardware on my cabin door on my Maxum 2400SCR. These are the existing nuts. Some of them fell off last year and I am looking to replace them all (and use a little locktite), but I can't seem to find them anywhere. I've been to 3 hardware stores that usually have...
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    Issue with Electronics resetting when starting boat

    Having an electrical issue I am trying to chase down. Boat is an 01 Maxum 2400SCR. Bought it the beginning of last year. I installed a Raymarine Axium Nav unit and a new VHF Radio. Found if I had either of those items on while I was at anchor and went to start the boat...they would reset. Did...
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    Question on Barnacles in pickup -Alpha one Gen 2

    Hey there, I am doing my fall/winterizing for the boat. Just got done changing out the drive oil, and while my head was down there, I noticed I have some barnacle growth inside my pickups on either side of the lower leg. I can easily get to them with a punch or a pick or something to break...
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    Upgrading Trim Tab System

    I have an 01 Maxum 2400SCR. It has the stock hydraulic trim tab system on it. On my old 18' Maxum, I had installed a set of Bennets and loved them, specifically the trim tab location indicator. My tab system works just fine on my current boat, however I really miss knowing where the tabs are...
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    01 Mercruiser 5.0 seems to have lost Horsepower

    Bought my boat at the beginning of this year. When we first went in, she ran awesome. I was getting like 30-34mph easy and she jumped up on plane at 3/4 throttle. Lately, it just doesn't seem like it has power anymore. Takes a while to get up on plane, and maxing out at about 26-27mph at 4500...
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    Can you switch from Alpha one Gen 2 to Bravo 3?

    Just something I'm pondering in my brain. Picked up an 01 Maxum 2400SCR this year. Has a 5.0 with an Alpha one Gen 2 on it. There's a couple of guys near me with the same boat, different years and 5.7's (I think), and they have the Bravo 3. Love my boat, but just doesn't seem to have the ummph...
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    Where to put Lewmar Windless Selenoid

    I am installing a v700 in my boat. Got everything installed and am buttoning up the wiring. It has a 35a breaker that I need to install near the battery per the manual which is in my engine compartment. Where I am having an issue is the wire connections are on the back of the breaker, so I...
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    Washer for 2HP Johnson Mount

    Buddy of mine gave me a small 2hp Johnson outboard for my dingy. The little mounting feet that go on the mount bolts are missing. Anyone know what they are called and where can I get them? I tried mounting without and the little ball end is digging into the plastic mounting plate.
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    Adding a 12v DC-AC Inverter

    Hey there, Boat is a 2001 Maxum 2400SCR. Friend of mine has been telling me to add in an inverter to my boat. I have shore power when at the docks, but nothing when on the water. Genny is not an option. Not looking to power anything crazy. Maybe a small tv, coffee pot, maybe a blender. Trying...
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    Question on exposed hole after taking screw out

    I have a new Raymarine Axium unit that I installed with a new Transducer. Everything works great when I am at no wake speed. But as soon as I hit the gas, I lose my depth reading. I contacted Raymarine and they advised that I need to drop the transducer down a little. I have scuba gear, so no...
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    Hot water heater hose question

    So I am replacing my current hot water heater. It was leaking and come to find out the entire bottom of it rotted out. I have the new one and just need to install. It is a 6 gallon heater. The old heater had this hose connecting to itself?? Each fitting is a T...one hose goes out presumably to...
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    Dripping engine block fitting

    Found a drip in my bilge today. It's coming from a drain on block. Looks like it is leaking at where the fitting connects to the block itself. Would like to take fitting out and replace if I can or at least put some sealant around the threads or something. My concern is...if I take this fitting...
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    Electronics die when cranking engine

    This seems to be a common issue and I found a bunch of things online about it, but want to make sure I am doing the right things here and am not the cause. Boat is new to me so learning all sorts of stuff lol. I have a dual battery system. Originally was having issues with battery number 1 dying...
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    Question on Anchor pulpit

    Trying to figure out if there is something missing from my anchor pulpit. My anchor just doesn't seem to sit tight against the pulpit when it is fully up. The anchor line goes off to the Starboard side a bit into a little covered hole. And then there is a line attached to the anchor itself that...
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    Boat Windshield Wiper

    The wiper on my boat is kinda shredded and I want to replace. I found a few replacements that are stainless steel. Question is on fit. Is it similar to buying a car blade? As long as you get the correct length, it comes with different adapters for mounting? Or are they specific types I need to...
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