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    5.0 mpi lack of power

    I have a 03 5.0 MPI that has no power for the first 10-15 min of the day. It takes almost 20 sec to get on plane and the WOT rpms will only get up to 3800-4000(normal is 5000). I have replaced the plugs, wires, cap, rotor, oil and fuel filter. Not sure what to check next since it runs...
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    lack of power

    Almost time to get my boat out of storage witch means I have to fix last years problems. The Last few times i took my 03 rinker captiva 212 with 5.0 MPI out it had no power for the first 10-15 Min. starts right up. It surges on acceleration and top speed is down about 10mph. after 10-15 min...
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    No power for 10-15 min

    I have a 03 rinker captiva 212 with a merc 5.0 mpi motor. The last few times I took the boat out it has been very sluggish for the first 10-15 min then it is ok. It will surge when cruising and only get up to 4000 rpms. Normal is 4600. After 10-15 it runs great then we will sit for 3-4 hours and...
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    4 blade prop

    Need to find the right size prop for my 21 foot bowrider with 5.0mpi 260hp. boat came with 19p 14 1/4. with that prop i got a realy bad whole shot but ran 52mph at 4600 rpm. Spec is 4600-5000. To get a better whole shot i got a 4 blade apollo 18p 14 3/8 prop. Whole shot was awsome but was top...
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    stepping up to a 4/5 blade

    I have 03 Rinker captiva 212 with 5.0 mpi 260hp. I have a 3 blade ss 14 1/4 x19 stiletto part#800319. I need a spare prop and would like to switch to a 4 or 5 blade prop. normally i have 6-8 people on the boat towing a wakeboarder or tube. I don't mind loosing a few mph on top to get better...
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    fox Lake/Chain party spots

    Just got a boat and would like to take it to the Chain o lakes. My question is where are the good hang out spots for a boat full of 25 year olds. I have heard of blarney island is there any other spots. thanks
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    bow rise on Rinker Captiva 212

    I Just bought a 03 Rinker 212 Captiva with a 5.0 MPI motor. Just took it out for the first time and noticed that it has a little to much bow rise. I read a few posts that recommend tabs or smart tabs. I would love to get Smart tabs but there are several angles on the Hull and I'm not sure if...
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    polyester or nylon anchor rope?

    I just bought a boat and need to get a anchor rope. what king is better polyester or nylon and what length. I have a 21 ft open bow and will be using it in a small lake about 20ft deep. thanks for you help
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    2 battery 2 alternator isolator with only 1 alternator?

    I am adding a second battery and was wondering if I can use a 2 battery 2 Alternator isolator with 2 batteries and 1 alternator. The reason I am asking is because i already have a new 2-2 isolator and I don't want to go buy another one. Thanks for the help
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    new sub and amp dont work

    I just bought a sony XS-L100P5M 10" subwoofer and a PYLE PLMRA220 amp. I installed them today and i cant get the sub to work. I ran power and ground wire from the battery to the amp. Ran a remote wire from head unit to amp. then ran rca cables form head unit to amp. then ran wires form sub...
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    5.0 vs mpi

    Just bout a 03 Rinker 212 captiva with 5.0mpi merc. i know the mpi has 40 more hp than the regular 5.0 but my question is does it use more fuel or is it just more efficient. thanks for you help
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    reverse lockout?

    I just bought a 03 rinker 212 with a trailmater dual axle trailer. The trailer has disc surge brakes. My question is how do I know if it has a reverse lockout soleniod? Where would the solenoid be located? the trailer came witha a 7 pin connector and my truck is wired for a 5 flat, so i just...
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    Sea Ray 200 with 4.3L 190hp

    hey guys I'm looking to buy a boat to wakeboard from and i found this 2004 Sea Ray 200 sport SS but it only has a 4.3L with 190hp. i was hoping to get a 5.0 or 4.3 mpi at the least but i really fell in love with this boat. I will be adding a wake tower, but My concern is that it will not have...
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