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    Mercmonitor

    I hope someone here has experience and is willing to share some wisdom about Mercmonitor displays with Eco screen. I have a 2002 Mercruiser 496 Mag. The serial number is 0M332089 and the outdrive has a "Smartcraft" sticker on it. I have spoken to Mercury Marine and they were unable to tell me if...
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    Captain's call exhaust question

    Hi all, I need some advice about my exhaust. I bought a 2002 Chaparral 265 SSI last year. I was having problems with overheating of the exhaust due to the common problem of wear in the seawater pump. I know that I overheated the exhaust system on at least a few occasions. I just put in a new...
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    496 MAG water drain hose

    I have a 496MAG Bravo III with the closed cooling system. I have recently had overheating issues. I replaced the impeller and when I tried to purge the system via the winterization pump system, only one of the green nipples popped and only the port manifold drained. I found the hose from on top...
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    Alarm keeps sounding!

    Hi all, I was out boating today. All was well and then I looked at the clock. I needed to pick up the pace. I started to push towards WOT. After about 10 seconds, the alarm sounded. I backed down to idle and It quit. The alarm sounds for three things that I am aware of: 1... Oil pressure, 2...
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    Teleflex depth sounder trouble

    I recently purchased a 2002 Chaparral 265 SSI. The depth sounder seems to not act correctly. When I turn it on, it seems to work properly. Readings around 5' around the marina seem good. After a few minutes, the depth alarm will sound and rhe reading says 1.7'. If i turn it off and back on, it...
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    Gel coat Repairs Southwest suburbs of Chicago

    Hi guys, I am strongly considering the purchase of a boat that needs some hull repairs. I'd love some opinions of the damage and recommendations of where to have it done. The boat is 600 miles away and I'm trying to get some opinions before I buy. Thanks as always! https://db.tt/GMB4VtK1
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    Adding a refrigerator to Chaparral cuddy

    I'm in the market for a newer/bigger cuddy. Lots of research has led me to the Chaparral 265 SSI in the 2002 range. I've found some contenders in my price range under $30K. I have seen them with a fridge in the cuddy and without. One in particular that I am looking at has a microwave and a...
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    Bent Bow rail!

    Hi all, I went out yesterday and had a great cruise downtown Chicago. Flawless day and zero troubles. However, loaded up inthe dark and left dockline on bow. During tow, line fell under trailer tire and trashed bow rail and one of the legs. Can somone point me in a direcion to replace? This is...
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    New Engine... Need alignment?

    I am putting in a new engine this spring. It is an exact replacement re-man. Will I need to check alignment? I was careful not to disturb the front mounts when I removed the old one. My thinking is that all should be the same. 1989 Mercruiser 4.3l alpha one, gen one. I do not own an alignment...
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    US Engine ???

    Hi all, I have to replace the engine in my boat. ('89 Searay 220 OV Cuddy) I've read alot of good things here about Rapid-o Marine. And this looks like a good option. I also found US Engine Inc and see they offer a 4.3 replacement claiming 50 more horses and a 7yr warranty and a bonus of +25%...
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    4.3 to 4.3 LX

    Can anyone tell me the "nuts and bolts" difference between a 4.3liter and the 4.3 LX engine? I know the horsepower rating is different, but what are the physical differences? Just found out my block is cracked and I am looking for a new shortblock.
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    Drive Shaft play

    Hi all, As many of my posts have started, so does this one, I am new to the boating world. I have fortunately found this great resource! (thank you all) My question is this: I am doing (first time for me) maintenance. I am changing the water pump impeller in the outdrive. There seems to be a...
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    "Must Have" tools

    Hi all, Just getting into this boating world with a '89 Searay 220 OV. 4.3 LX merc V6, Alpha One, Gen one. I've began my spring maintenance and repairs with help from this great resource here. My newbie question is : What are the "must own" tools for doing my own repair work. I am pretty...
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    Removed Lower unit with shifter in neutral

    I am new to boating but do most of my own work on my vehicles and snowmobiles. I purchased a '89 Sea Ray 220 OV last fall and am going thru some maintenance and repairs. I couldn't wait for my Seloc manual to arrive and figured I'd get started. After removing the lower unit, I found some You...
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