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    Need transducer for Faria gauge

    Replacement Transducer or plug Found the boat was taking in water last week. I couldn't find the leak until I put water in the hull. It was leaking from the transducer. I assumed it needed to be reinstalled with sealant. When I went to do the work I found it was actually cracked. I REALLY...
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    Draft of small 60's boats

    We are have water level issues on the lake we use. As a result we don't want to put our boat in the water. We are considering buying an older boat that we can use for the season. Something around 16ft with a few seats and an outboard (20 to 80hp). Any idea what the draft would be? We would...
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    Power trim needed

    I mentioned in another post that I am looking at an older boat. It is a 1975 browning (same as a Aerocraft fisherman). It has a Mercury outboard. The power trim is either not functional. Is it needed? I could probably fix it but I am not sure it is worth the money to fix it.
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    Any guess to 1975 Aerocraft/browning draft?

    I am looking at a 1975 Browning 16ft aluminum open bow boat. The water level is going to be low this year so I am planning to leave our boat out of the water. I am looking to buy a temporary aluminum boat. I was told it is a browning. A web search shows it may be the same as a Aerocraft...
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    Hull cleaner

    I just came in from draining the oil out of my boat engine. While I sat there for 20 minutes pumping the oil, I noticed the inside of the hull is filthy. Anyone have experieince with a product that I can spray on and hose off? I admit to not doing a seach...until after I post....
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    Insurance

    My insurance agency suggested I search the internet for boat insurance. They said they cannot touch their prices. With that said, Do I need to do a lot shopping? Is there big dfferences in price? I jus got a quote from BoatUS. Any other suggestions?
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    What fuel pump for 4.3?

    If I go by the year of the boat the pump doesnt match. It looks like I need the fuel pump for a 96 or 97 and the boat is a 98. Any way to tell by the engine serial number? it is 0K193XXX.
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    4.3 starter question

    Can someone tell me how many posts are on the starter solenoid for '98 4.3 (carb)? Is it 3 or 4? I have four One for power from the battery. One for the ignition switch. one to the starter. one to the fuel pump. I am question if there should be three. With the fuel pump connected to the...
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    What starter for a 4.3???

    I decided to try a new starter. I did a search online and found they start at $60 and go to $200+ Are all non Mercruiser startes the same? Does it matter wich one I go with? I will only be keeping the boat a year if that.
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    Adhesive for installing deck

    I hope to install the deck tonight. I am going to use screws on the stings and bulkheads. Do I need to use an adhesive? I will be using putty between the hull and deck and then tabbing over them.
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    Is this similar to PB?

    Is Peanut Butter to bond or fill or both? When buying my supplies to replace the deck I forgot the recipe to make Peanut Butter. When I told them what I was doing, they suggested their hull and deck putty. I bought it but I would like to confirm what I have will work. I am looking to...
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    Deck boat performance

    How does a deck boat compared to a regular v hull open bow boat? I have 98 Bayliner capri, we just looked at 2007 Bayliner 217 deck boat. They both have the Mercruiser 4.3 but the deck boat is EFI. We mostly cruise at slow speed or tube/ski. We dont get over 25 MPH that often but I am...
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    Where to get carpet

    I need to order a carpet. Who has the largest selection? It seems the web sites have one or two lines but the pictures are all small or of poor quality. Is there a difference between marine and indoor/outdoor? I thought I read something about it but can't remember f it was good or bad. I...
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    Bulkhead replacement

    I need to replace at least two bulkeads Would i be following the same process as stringers? Materials, prep, install, etc They are pretty small. Less than 18" long and about 6" tall.
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    So how did the water get in there?

    I have been cutting out the floor. There has been water on the right side but not the left. The hull is in good shape. There was some cracks in the skim coat of fiberglass on the floor. Did all the seep in through the floor? Did it pass from one compartment to another? Should they be water...
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