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    Bilge pump upgrade. Bigger hose and wiring needed?

    I’d like to leave what I have now and add another but I really don’t want to drill through my boat to create a new through hull for the new pump discharge hose. So I’ll probably replace what I have now that’s already plumbed up and then possibly get a back up bilge I can leave under the seat...
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    Bilge pump upgrade. Bigger hose and wiring needed?

    I actually left the bilge pump on by accident for about 3 days. Ran dry the entire time. I’m also wanting to install a float switch. So I figure while I have everything pulled open to access bilge(it’s a PIA to access) I might as well drop $60 and just install a new pump in case mine that was...
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    Bilge pump upgrade. Bigger hose and wiring needed?

    I have to replace my bilge pump anyway so I figured I’d go with the biggest one I can find that matches up with my discharge hose and through hull fitting. When it comes to bilge pumps im under the impression that bigger is always better.
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    Bilge pump upgrade. Bigger hose and wiring needed?

    Hey there, I want to replace the bilge pump on my 24’ cuddy, and I want to go with the biggest pump possible. I hear that you can’t just throw in a bigger pump without possibly changing to a bigger discharge hose and electrical wiring. So how do I go about shopping around for “the biggest pump I...
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    Leaving I/O in water all year round?

    I’m looking into getting a slip outside of Portland, OR, in the Willamette/Columbia river. It’s obviously fresh water, I hear the water never freezes nor has any ice. I have heard that with inboard outboards (stern drive boats) it is not good to leave in the water year round because the...
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    Submerging trailer lights (reverse light surge bypass).

    Sometimes when launching or especially backing my trailer down empty, my surge brakes will activate. I have the reverse wired up to bypass the brakes but I’m not sure if it’s bad to have my 7-pin plugged in while I submerge my trailer lights. Will simply turning my lights off alleviate any...
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    Can I activate surge brakes while parked/detached?

    So I finally bought a boat today after a 2 month search. Realized tonight when I parked it that my parking spot is on a slight downhill. I used chalks. But bet your a$$ I almost pooped myself when I detached my trailer from my tow vehicle and I could hear the boat and trailer creaking backwards...
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    It’s always the wife selling the boat.

    I’ve been boat hunting for about a month and just had an observation... I would say that 65% of the sellers I see appear to be female. Of course a woman can be single or whatever and trying to sell a boat on her own but it appears to me that they are the wife. So my conclusion is that there are...
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    How to use trailer brakes in reverse?

    I want to be able to use my my trailer brakes in reverse (or neutral?) for backing down a boat ramp. I’m still searching for a boat to purchase but I’ve been seeing videos of people having their tow vehicle pulled into the water. The boat/trailer combo I will purchase will be approximately the...
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    What makes/models are there in 24’ cuddy cruisers?

    Im having trouble finding a boat. I’m looking for a 24 foot Cuddy Cabin type of boat (I believe it’s called a cruiser but I’m unsure). I attached a picture so you know what I’m talking about. Searching on Craigslist is very slow, although it’s nice that you can filter by LOA. Facebook Market...
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    Is it ok to ask seller for picture of capacity plate?

    Im in the market for a used boat. I was just wondering if it’s ok to ask the seller for a picture of the capacity plate for boat and trailer that way I can see for myself if they will work for me. I need to make sure I can tow it so I need the model number that way I can look up the boat and the...
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    Will a 14’ Bayliner Capri handle choppy water?

    Hello, I’m here to ask about the capabilities of a 14’ Bayliner Capri in choppy water. *Edit: Aprroximately 2’ chop. We’re just trying to putt around, and see the sights. My garage is only 18’ deep so I can’t go bigger than a 14’ boat, even with a folding trailer tongue mod. I really like the...
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    What types of small boats (14’) are there besides skiffs?

    My garage is only 18’ deep. I want the biggest boat I’m able to store in my garage, and I think that would be 14’. Im pretty new to boating and unsure what types small boats are out there besides skiffs and jon boats. I recently discovered a small jet boat, a Sugar Sand Mirage; which has nice...
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    How much is this 1996 Sugar Sand worth?

    I’m considering buying a 1996 Sugar Sand Mirage 120 xr sport jet. Owner says it’s 14’. It is in immaculate condition. 2 owners, always stored inside. Engine was remanufactured two years ago. Trailer is also in immaculate condition. Owner is asking $4,000 Is that a fair price for this boat?
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