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    transducer mounting

    i have fiberglass, thanks everyone
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    transducer mounting

    Hi, im looking for a transducer that mounts in the hull rather than outside on stern. Are there such available? thanks jim
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    oar lock bushings

    Solved; i took a 1" dia delron rod and ran it through the lathe for that perfect fit
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    oar lock bushings

    Hello, does anyone know of a source for nylon oar locks that are 1/2" ID x 3/4" OD. I can only find 5/8" OD
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    which wheel bearing cap

    my initial thought was that if i went with the cap with a rubber face it would be quicker to verify that a seal has not failed and let water past into the bearings.I seem to have that problem with my tandem trailer
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    which wheel bearing cap

    Hi, I need to replace (4) wheel bearing caps on the boat trailer. I am wondering if the bearing caps with rubber center work when submerged or is it just an unnecessary risk. Otherwise I guess the bearing buddy is just what to buy. Any input? thanks jim
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    trailer tires

    Ended up getting D rating with new rims in a kenda radial, just to cya on the weight. thanks for all your input
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    trailer tires

    hello, My question is about trailer tire ratings, and choice. I used to run the nanco bias d rated tires (14"-75) on a tandem trailer, but I slowly went to a radial tire by tire.The radial wears much better. Unfortunately they are a c rating. The boat weighs 4400 lb approx loaded and Im...
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    454 carb question

    well I had a carb shop rebuild the Qjet, and it starts fine except when in chop or 2-3 ftrs. It still requires a full throttle to fire up. When its sitting at a dock, it starts with no throttle advance. Is this to be expected in wave action with engine off ? thanks for any input
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    454 carb question

    thank you I will update with results when complete...
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    454 carb question

    Hi, any thoughts on how I should proceed on this problem Im having. When the 1990 23 ft 454 naturally aspirated wellcraft bobs in the lake wave action for up to an hr it wont start without full throttle and of course when it does kick over its high rev start.I would just consider hard to start...
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    cooling bypass tee at stat

    Im working on a 1990 7.4 mag merc IO. How much pressure should the 2 nylon spring loaded balls have against the thermostat housing ? currently they touch the housing with the least amount of pressure. I was worried of over loading the spring pressure. I am currently eliminating sources for...
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    breakiing down a CI exhaust manifold

    Hi, I need to verify that I don't have a blockage in the cast elbow that is threaded into the bottom of the manifold. I wonder what the chances are that the elbow will simply snap when I try to remove ? Not sure if the plug on top is worth trying to remove or do they basically freeze up also...
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    bravo 1 water pick up

    hi, What would be the best way to do an inspection for any obstruction in the water hose from the lower unit to the hose connection at the transom in the boat . this boat is a1990 wellcraft nova with 454 and bravo 1. thanks jim
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    fiberglass spot repair

    Hello, I need to patch a wear spot in an unfinished anchor compartment with a flat gel coat white finish. Fiberglass mesh is visible in the coating. What type of gel coat is recommended to patch this area, waxed or unwaxed and white or neutral? Thanks, Jim
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