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    Lower prop pitch to get higher RPM?

    I have a shop telling me to get a lower prop pitch - currently running a SS 14.25x19 on a 1993 Caravelle 20ft, 4.3L Mercruiser (180hp) and Alpha One drive. My problem is at WOT I'm not hitting 4000rpm. I've had this boat 3 years - and I do general maintenance, but I seem to remember that I...
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    How quickly should I check outdrive for possible water?

    First timer here - my question is how long should I run the boat before pulling the drive and checking for water. I'll try to explain and keep it short - (Alpha One) - left drain plug out, flooded back end, not sure but believe water got up to bottom of engine. Dried everything out best I...
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    Mechanic referral in Kansas City area?

    I'm hoping to find a great boat mechanic in the Kansas City surrounding area - Lake Melvern, Lake Pomona, Lake Perry, Topeka, Olathe, Lawrence etc. I have the basic bowrider - MerCruiser 4.3 Alpha One. Anyone have suggestions?
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    '96 Bowrider - can't figure out what the strap is for?

    Hi, - new to boating and the forum - dumb question - I just bought a '96 Bowrider and have this strap with snap just in front of the passenger windshield that I can't find any explanation for? Thought maybe it held down the walk-thru windshield but it's not long enough to strap anywhere...
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    Need Help Buying Cuddy

    I was hoping to get some basic feedback. Looking to buy my first used cuddy cabin and don't really have any info. on them. Best Brand (or worst Brand may be more helpful). What to look for - engine size, model, etc. Any help would be appreciated! For starters I was interested in this one...
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