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    Constant Beep on Starting Engine

    Hi, I have a 2007 Mercury 5.0L carbed alpha gen II sn 1A080231. I've recently replaced the oil pressure sender assembly, thermostat, and oil pressure sensor, as well as impeller, caps/rotor, and plugs. Then I had the temperature switch and diode assembly replaced at the shop because it was not...
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    What's the best prop size? - 22 ft tahoe 228 Merc Alpha One Gen II 220 HP

    Thanks! I found the WOT Rating on the Flame Arrester label, and you are spot on. I was thinking lower as well, since it take a bit to plane. There actually aren't too many rocks where I'm at in Central Florida, but trailering into a steep ramp perpendicular to a canal was a first for me and...
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    What's the best prop size? - 22 ft tahoe 228 Merc Alpha One Gen II 220 HP

    How do you tell the manufacturers range? Bought the boat used so no manual. Do I go by the boat brand or the engine? I’ll have to try and check the mph/RPM next time I take it out. Right now I’m not sure I trust the RPM guage because it occasionally goes all over the place. I think I need to get...
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    What's the best prop size? - 22 ft tahoe 228 Merc Alpha One Gen II 220 HP

    I got this boat with a 14.5" , 19 pitch. Hit some rocks today trailering it. Damage isn't too bad, but I'll probably end up getting a new one. Met a guy today who says stainless is the way to go, but I replaced it once already with aluminum because it's cheaper. 1. What is better aluminum or...
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