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    Where is the Pitot Intake on the Merc?

    Where is the Pitot Intake for the Speedo on the Merc I/O?
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    Speedo not responding

    Is the Speedo not working usually caused by a clogged Pitot tube? Can I just disconnect the tube from the back of the speedo and blow on it? Where does the other end connect to?
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    Lake Mead in August

    We took a trip to Boulder City last month and drove by Lake Mead (for the first time) and loved the layout. So we're planning a trip there late August.
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    New Springs on Trailer

    Well my old leaf springs and hardware was so rusty it was starting to scare me. So I bit the bullet and had them install a complete new set. The existing setup I had on apparently they no longer make, so they had to install a completely new system. Now they tell me that this center pivot...
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    Boat leans starboard

    Not sure why, but my boat leans towards the starboard side even with no one inside. This makes it difficult to put on the trailer evenly. I was thinking of putting a couple of 50lb sand bags on the port side to even it out, but was wondering if there was something else I can do to make sure it...
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    Info on Anodes

    I want to pick up a set of new Anodes for my Mercruiser Alpha One, and I want to make sure they are proper for Saltwater. Are these the correct ones? http://www.boatzincs.com/alpha-one-gen2-kit.html
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    Any So Cal Locals up for a Catalina Trip?

    I plan to go to Catalina at least a few times in August to do some scuba diving. Anyone else interested?
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    Don, info on a Mercruiser

    Hi Don, any info you can provide me on a Mercruiser 5.7 OL684753 as in what Service Manual I need to get and also how this engine is cooled? Thanks
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    Do you have a Battery Switch with just 1 Battery?

    Is it common to put in a On/Off switch for just 1battery or is it common practice to just disconnect it while not being used?
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    Maxum 2300 SC

    I am considering purchasing a Maxum 2300 SC. Anyone have any pros/cons on this boat? Thanks
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    Silverwood Lake (Ca)

    Anyone have any opinions they can share in regards to Silverwood Lake in Hesperia? Thinking of going there for a couple of days for camping and boating.
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    Are Trailer lights normally not water proof?

    I just noticed the entire section of the underside of my Trailer Lights is exposed. Wouldn't boat Trailer Lights normally be waterproof? Or is that considered an upgrade?
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    Nice new forum

    I'm a So Cal Diver and a boater. Any others around?
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    Volvo Penta 5.7 Service Manual

    Would this be the correct Service Manual I should get for my engine?<br /><br />Upper Unit 4110164303; Lower Unit 4112041235<br /><br /> http://www.iboats.com/mall/index.cgi?keywords=volvo%20penta%20manuals&*******=373642658&**********=084023856&view_id=214921
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    Should Bow Rollers actually roll?

    This is pretty close to what my bow roller looks like on my trailer, but it doesn't actually roll and when I winch up the boat, it rubs pretty good.<br /><br />Should these rollers actually roll or are they made to be stationary?<br /><br /> http://www4.shopping.com/xPF-Stoltz_Ultimate_Bow_Stop_4
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    Water in the Engine

    For a history, please visit :<br /><br /> http://forums.iboats.com/cgi-bin/ubb/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=015191 <br /><br />My question is, since the dealer called me and said water got in the Engine, I'm curious to know the most common reasons that water would get in the engine. Its a...
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    My adventure yesterday

    Well the wife and I planned a trip to go to Catalina so I can Dive and she can sight see. I have a Larson 235 Hampton that I purchased about 4 weeks ago from a Dealer used. The first weekend I took it out (3 weeks ago), everything seemed to go well, but as I was going no wake speed the engine...
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    Free Chart Software and Maps

    I found this today and thought I'd share.<br /><br /> http://www.worldwidewaypoints.com/ww/kits/wwChartSets.htm
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    Anyone have info on Castiac Lake (Cal)?

    Was thinking of planning a trip to Castiac Lake and was wondering how it was for boating and camping.<br /><br />I've seen their website, but I would rather hear first hand experiences.
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    Reverse and Surge Brakes

    I have a Performance Trailer with Surge Brakes. It's only a 4 wire harness and I don't have a Reverse selenoid.<br /><br />What's the best way to handle going in Reverse without my brakes engaging? I was thinking of manually blocking it so it won't engage but I'm not sure if that's the best...
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