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    Tandem Axle Alignment Issue

    Inspecting my tandem Shoreliner recently. I suspected something when observing the front (or rear) axle might be out of "true". I held a straight bar horizontally against the left tires, then the right tires...sure enough, there is a measurable difference of 1/2" gap (off plane) between fronts...
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    Boat Sliding up Bow Stop Roller on Braking

    I slid my winch stand forward today 1.5" on the tongue, to get more tongue weight. Additionally, I moved my winch base up 2.0" on the winch stand, in order to get my winch strap level w/ boat eye (possible mistake?). You'll notice I also have a red shackle strap that pulls boat eye down...
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    Mercruiser 5.7 Exhaust Mod / Option

    I currently have stock exhaust setup on a Merc 5.7 / 260 HP. I have a need (routine check) to open up the exhaust for inspection, check condition of the elbows, components. I have seen an Mercruiser exhaust option from Moore Performance. Its called a "triple exhaust" that allows thru-transom...
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    Alpha One Lower Unit Weep Hole Blocked - Drill Out?

    Have an '87 Merc 5.7 w/ Alpha One.....Small weep hole (cavity) on lower unit is blocked. I tried to snake it out with paper clip, wire, etc. - No luck. Got a lite on it and it looks like its just a recess that is metal and has no access to cavity - blocked. During some shifting maintenance a...
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    Gash in Fiberglass Keel - Quick Repair Option

    Fiberglass Veterans - These forums are the best - lots or experience and different perspectives Please advise - Just getting ideas here. I lean towards "aggressive / fast" vs "best way"....and I assume all risk. I've read several threads on fiberglass repair but can't seem to find one that...
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    Deck question - not soft, but creaking

    22' Bowrider I/O with orignal carpet (1987). No soft spots but a creaking noise in small area on firm deck, just in front of the "pry up" flush access cap, located over fuel tank sender. I know what a soft deck feels like - I'm guessing there has to be a very small gap over center, maybe...
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    Trailer Tube Frame Solid - Internal Rust Remedy?

    My question deals w/ internal surface rust discovered inside the trailer tube frame. 3 years ago I acquired a late 80s Shoreline (defunct) tandem which supports a Celebrity 21' VBR. All is functionally very good - very sound roller setups on a 4"x3" painted steel tube frame. There is very...
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    Need a new Winch Post / Stand

    I am in need of a winch stand or winch post....one that accommodates the winch and can support a bow stop / roller...... Looking for a complete assembly - all I seem to be able to find are parts......App is a sturdy replacement for my kid's boat - 14' trihull w/ 35HP, on a small tilt trailer...
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    Trim Leak Merc 5.7 Alpha 1

    I have trim oil in the bilge of my '87 Merc 5.7 w/ Alpha No leaks outside. Topped up the reservoir, and cycled trim up / down several times to bleed. A lot less spongey, but holding OK. Fluid level dropping so I definitely have a leak inside. No leak seen near pump base.....I see the 2...
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    Tandem Trailer Capacity Questions?

    I am not the original owner, but I have an '87 Celebrity (defunct) 21 Bowrider w/ 350 cid Merc....It rides on a Shoreline (defunct) Tandem Trailer: 5-Lug, 13" wheels, tires are rated for 1300 lbs max - all are kept at max listed psi At full psi, (radial) tires bulge a bit at surface contact...
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    New Battery to match engine

    I have an 87 Merc 5.7 260HP (carb)...Assume alternator is stock and no heavy adder electronics load Current battery is failing - need a new one that is spec's to the engine. Are there published "battery buying" parameters that sync to the engine type? A site that matches / recommends a...
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    Merc Outboard Lower Unit Hole / Vent Question

    I am changing the gear oil in my relic - Merc '66 35 HP outboard. 3 plugs total on drive - Drain hole at bottom is normal, but I have 2 plugs up top: 1) metal - same as lower, and 2) plastic - larger than metal plugs and a bit higher than the other top hole. Which one is vent hole? What is...
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    Trailer Refinish

    I have an older roller trailer that supports a 22' boat. Appears to be all painted steel frame including the axles and cross members that support the many roller assemblies (which are all galvanized - no paint). Trailer is sound but showing some spots of rust on both areas. I am sandblasting...
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    Teak Management

    Greetings I have a bunch of teak on my aging Celebrity VBR 210......Most is ornamental (window frame, cushion trim, perimeter trim, etc.) and rarely gets wet. I also have a swim platform across the entire stern that is fading gray (obviously much water contact and drying out) I tried hitting...
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    Trailer Rollers... Replace?

    Help - I have an old Shoreline tandem w/ 32 rollers. The rollers function but are old, cracking, have metal hubs and need replacement. Rollers have an OD is 4 3/8", are 3" wide, and the metal hubs have an inside diam of 7/8". The roller shafts are 3/4" and with that excess play (1/8"), these...
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