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    Bad Engine Ground?

    Great information from everyone! These are some of the best responses I've ever gotten to a problem. Thanks you!!! I did ad a ground cable as a last minute impromptu thi g to try, which seemed to help, but I attached it to a bracket, so I'm going to find a better spot on the block. Then...
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    Bad Engine Ground?

    I have one more question....or two. I am somewhat confident a bad engine ground is my problem. Aside from changing the ground cable, is there a way to test this to validate? Next, would adding a ground cable suffice or does the primary need to be replaced?
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    Bad Engine Ground?

    Because the back of the block is so difficult to get to, why can't I move it? Does it have to be there? Do my symptoms sound like this could be the culprit?
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    Rustoleum or not

    I used Rutoleum on an old hull once and it turned out great. I was advised to thin it like crazy, and it went on smooth and had a great shine. Probably not as important in a bilge.
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    boarding ladder

    I went with a 4 step telescoping ladder mounted under the swim step. Love it!
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    Bad Engine Ground?

    History... 98 Mercruiser B3 set up in a 27 foot Crownline Cabin Cruiser. A while back I noticed a squeaking/chirping coming from the alternator. At about the same time I noticed that the voltage was elevated to around 15v while cruising. The batteries had recently been run dead when I left...
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    350 Mag MPI Fuel Pump Questions

    Its the original Engine.
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    350 Mag MPI Fuel Pump Questions

    Ok before I dig in and change a fuel pump, I would love some experienced input. 1 have '98 Crownline, with the Mag 350 MPI Bravo 3. 700 hours, well maintained and runs perfect. Engine Serial number OLO34XXX Last weekend at the end of the day, headed home, started right up, got on plane as...
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    Replacing Trim Tab Actuators

    Because I bought 2 new actuators...
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    Replacing Trim Tab Actuators

    Replacing my Insta-Trim actuators since one is leaking. Curious why they are installed with a plastic pressed pin at the pivot points? Seems like a stainless bolt/nylock nut would be much easier. Is there a good reason to not go that route? It's a 26 foot cruiser, not kept in the water.
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    Need Suggestions on Swim Step Support

    Thanks.
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    Need Suggestions on Swim Step Support

    The "transom tiendown" is just under the swim step ( just out of view). That corner of the swim step needs a tad more support.
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    Need Suggestions on Swim Step Support

    Why? I just want to know if anyone knows if there is a fitting to attach a support pole to this....
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    Need Suggestions on Swim Step Support

    I should also note that I can not access the inside of the hull in this area. I also don't want to use a lag bolt to attach the brace. Hoping to use the eye as a mount.
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    Need Suggestions on Swim Step Support

    This is the style of ski tow that I want to secure to 7/8 inch swim step brace to....
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    Need Suggestions on Swim Step Support

    I want to add a support to my extended swim step. I have the perfect 7/8 stainless support poles, but I want to mount them to my ski tow eye. Is there a mount designed to securely attach a 7/8 support to a normal ski tow eye? Dan
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    Anchor Upgrade...need Real World Reviews

    Whats that mean? It's not my opinion that write ups and all reviews including West Marine say it's not recommended for grassy bottoms. Look it up for yourself. It's not opinion that those reviews are out there...its a fact. Are you saying that an anchor that's isn't known for grassy bottoms...
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    Anchor Upgrade...need Real World Reviews

    I deploy from a pulpit with a windlass.... What size boat do you have? 35lb for my boat seems pretty big. I'm 27 feet, 8.5 beam and only about 6500lbs.
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    Anchor Upgrade...need Real World Reviews

    The Fluke in all the tests say they aren't recommended for grassy bottoms, so I'm afraid that bigger will not be much better. Considering the Delta. I'm also looking at the Rocna Vulcan...supposed to be even better, but pricey.
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    Anchor Upgrade...need Real World Reviews

    I back it to set it every time...in the mud areas it sets and holds solid...its the grassy areas that it sets, but will often, not every time drag ... your Delta type....is it an actual Delta (Lewmar) or a "Delta type"? Curious how good those are. Are there brands to stay away from as cheap...
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