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    Is the cost of MPI over TKS worth it?

    I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on a new Monterey 196ms and I'm torn between the decision to go with the 4.3L TKS or MPI. I will be ordering this boat, not dealer stock. I'm fully aware of the differences between the TKS and MPI, just not sure if the added cost is worth it. Is the...
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    Should I buy?

    I have the opportunity to buy what I believe is a 1990 21' Cuddy Cabin made by Sunbird for $500. I haven't seen the engine yet, so I don't know the size, but it is an OMC engine. Also, the engine needs to be replaced as there is a crack in the block. I'm told that the interior is in good...
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    2005 Stingray 220dlx - good boat/deal?

    Hey Guys, I hope to buy a new boat this spring and I am looking around to get a feel for what I want. I ran across this Stingray on boattrader.com. http://www.boattrader.com/listing/2005-STINGRAY-220DLX-96203383 What are your thoughts on Stingray? Do they build a quality boat? What would...
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    Anyone own a Tidewater 196DC?

    Hey all, I am researching my next boat and am interested in a dual console saltwater boat that can be used for both fishing and water sports. I am particularly interested in the Tidewater 196DC, as it seems to have a lot of bang for the buck. I've read a lot on the this forum about various...
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    Is $250 a good deal for this?

    I'm looking at buying this. The owner states that there are no leaks and he would grease the bearings and check the lights on the trailer. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170272283084&ssPageName=ADME:B:WNA:MOTORS:1123 It looks like it would clean up pretty good...
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    Re-prop?

    I have a 1987 16 foot bowrider with a 3.0L mercruiser i/o. Currently the boat is propped with a 14.8 x17P prop. At WOT according to the tach, the engine is turning 3500 RPM and according to the speedometer the boat is going 40 MPH (don't have GPS). Max WOT RPM range for this engine is 4200 -...
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    Trim cylinder mounts broke

    Well, I made a rookie mistake a couple of weeks ago and forgot to raise tilt the drive when I pulled out of the water. This of course resulted in the skeg of the outdrive draging up the ramp about 15-20 feet before I noticed...:eek: I guess it was only a matter of time... The other day when I...
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    Do I need it?

    I have an 87 mercruiser 3.0L with the Alpha drive. I tore the prop up pretty good yesterday (don't ask...) and I went and bought a new prop. The original prop is a 14.5" 17P. The new prop I bought is a 14.8" 17P. The new prop is hitting the anode above. The prop shop told me I can take it...
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    Hull cracks - Please Help!

    I've been working on replacing the decking/partial stringer replacement in my boat and I happened to look at the bottom side of the hull and noticed the cracks in the picture below. I think this was caused by me walking on the hull and not the stringers...:eek: The inside of the hull looks...
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    Replacing decking

    Well, I've had the new boat home for almost a week now and today was a good day for addressing a known soft spot in the floor. After tearing out the section that I knew was bad, I found a lot more wet plywood and have decided to go ahead and replace about 3/4 of the decking. I also went ahead...
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    I bought a boat!

    Hey everyone! I am new to the forum and this is my first post. I am in the process of buying a 1987 16ft Thunder Craft Regency bowrider. It has a mercruiser 3.0L i/o. The boat is in great shape to be almost 21 years old. The boat dealer took it on a trade in. They rebuilt the carborator...
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