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    Mastered self launching

    It's relatively quick and easy if you figure it all out ahead of time, maybe practice a couple of times, and hope for no wind/current to work against you.
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    Should I get this FREE project boat?

    Methinks this is a joke from someone who has too much time on his/hers/him/she/other's hands.
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    What Happened here??

    You're playing a guessing game over what happened, and I don't think it much matters. Fix/replace and get out there.
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    Got the wife a new RAV4 Prime

    Now you can tow the space shuttle with it.
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    New Tires

    Lots of background about tires on this and other boating forums, and especially on RV sites, where tires are discussed as nauseum. Start by knowing your towing weight, loaded as you would normally travel or go to the ramp. Remember that 10-13% of your total weight is on the hitch. If you can...
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    2006 4.3 Vortec engine (partially) under water for about 2 hours

    I think you definitely lucked out. I'd run it till it won't.
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    Volvo Penta Cooling Issues

    I'm assuming you're looking at the temps on dash gauges. First thing I would do is check with an IR thermometer at multiple places on the motor to see if it's really overheating. If it is, start with the thermostat. Also search for a couple of VP overheating threads on this site for some...
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    Help with water temp

    Don't trust the temp gauge. I had the similar problem with a VP motor. IR thermometer showed normal temps everywhere I checked. Changed out my temp sensor/sender, no change. Finally changed out the gauge and problem fixed. Reply Report •••
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    Still running hot, please help .

    I had the same problem. IR thermometer showed normal temps everywhere I checked. Changed out my temp sensor/sender, no change. Finally changed out the gauge and problem fixed.
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    Trouble replacing thermostat

    Dypcdiver is correct. I looked up your engine and couldn't find the "C" version, but that's typical when searching for VP parts. The models before and after C show thermostat 3853799, so I think it's correct and the o-ring is preventing its removal.
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    VP 5.7GXi-E, Poor Hot Start

    Unfortunately, none of the "experts" in my area have a scan tool for these motors. I will put a vacuum guage on it to see if there's any clues there.
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    VP 5.7GXi-E, Poor Hot Start

    My 2004 5.7 starts easily from cold and runs great. Occasionally it will stall as I come to a stop, after which it will crank but not re-start with the throttle in the idle position, unless i give it throttle. I've replaced the idle air control and no change. Anyone know what I need to look...
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    What Yamalube Oil for 2005 F150TXRD

    Yamaha manual for my motor states 10w30. Distributor says 10w30 for "northerners" and 20w40 for "southerners," per Yamaha's recommendation. Short of trying to call Yamaha direct, has anyone heard of this supposed change by Yamaha?
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    Yamaha F150 Makes Sound When Tilt/Trim Operates

    My motor with 300 hours makes what I would call a momentary growling sound when lowered to the almost vertical position. I don't see or feel any corrosion or problems on the operating shafts and there's no hesitation. The fluid is full and clean. What could this be?
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    Lack of Power Problem

    1993 Rinker 300, 30', repowered with 5.0 Mercruisers in 2005, with I think the original Bravo II outdrives. Went out a couple of weeks ago; no problems. Tried to go out today and the STB motor wouldn't go over 3000rpm. I could get to about 18mph and could barely get on plane. It felt as if I...
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    Charging System and Batteries

    I know nothing about my electrical system. 1993 Rinker 300, repowered with 5.0 Mercruiser motors, 30amp Guest charger, and three batteries. I always thought the port and starboard batteries started the port and starboard motors, respectively, and the center battery was the house battery. Now...
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    Buying and Selling Fix-er-Uppers

    As a recent retiree with too much time on my hands, I've been thinking about trying to make a few bucks buying and selling some moderately-sized boats, maybe in the 18-21' range. Of course, my purchase price has to be rock bottom from the get go in order to make a reasonable profit, so I'll be...
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    What is the Best Quality Vinyl Product to Re-do Seats

    My Rinker needs new outside seating. I only want to recover the seats once; what is the best quality vinyl (name brand, etc.) to use? Color would be a white or off white with a teal accent stripe, if that matters. I know Naugahyde products are supposed to be good, but I'm unsure if there's...
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    Fishing Potomac River between Aquia Creek and 301 Bridge

    Any good fishermen out there that can tell me what I'm doing wrong. Just spent today and yesterday (10 daylight hours each) fishing the Potomac from Aquia Creek down to the 301 bridge on incoming, outgoing, and slack tides. Great weather, high 70's, and little breeze. I could see dozens of fish...
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    How Do I Replace Mercruiser Raw Water Pump with a Crank-mounted Version???

    I posted this question on another forum but am repeating here to see if I get some other responses: I've seen posts about replacing stock Mercruiser pumps with a crank-mounted version. In my case, my starboard engine needs to be uninstalled and lifted about one foot for the tech to access the...
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