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    fogging question

    On a 4.3 Mercruiser I/O, is it ok if someone fogs/stalls the engine first, and then drains/refills the engine oil? Or is the correct method to drain/refill the engine oil first, start the engine and fog? I don't see how, but someone told me that if you do it the first method, some of the...
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    -50 or -100 antifreeze

    Assuming the boat is left in SE Wisconsin outside, and the majority of the water is drained from the block, which type would you go with?
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    how many support poles for a one piece?

    I'm thinking of having a one piece bow/cockpit cover made for a 18 foot bowrider. The place told me they would only use one support pole in the cockpit. While the slope is more than enough in the front bow for water to run off, should I suggest they use a support pole in the bow also since the...
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    Dual exhaust: what say you?

    What are people's opinion about dual exhaust on half ton, 4 wheel drive trucks?
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    Dual exhaust: what say you?

    What are people's opinion about dual exhaust on half ton, 4 wheel drive trucks?
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    for those who have sunbrella material bow/cockpit covers

    1. How often do you treat it with a water repellent?<br /><br />2. Do you clean it with just water, or do you use something else?
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    tires with white lettering: like or dislike?

    Do you think suv's, and trucks look better with white lettering? I think it depends on the color of the vehicle, and whether the rim is alloy or chrome.
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    should I change the lower end fluid?

    The last time my lower end fluid got changed was May of 2005. I only used the boat 3 times between May and August of 05. I should have changed it in the fall of 05, but I didn't. Should I change it again now, or could I wait until fall of 06 since the boat didn't get used all that much last year?
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    deep cycle or starting battery?

    I'm thinking about getting a new battery this summer for the Bayliner. I'm thinking I should get a marine starting battery, as I don't run many accessories other than the radio and maybe the lights. Even when I run these items it's not for very long. Any thoughts?
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    using center cleat for pulling skiers or for tubing?

    Is it ok to use my center cleat for doing such a thing, or would it be better to use a tow harness/ski bridle as shown here? I've heard using the cleats might put too much stress on them. I thought this type of harness was for people with outboards, and not I/O's. <br /><br />Also, if I use...
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    anchor questions

    1. What's the recommended scope for calm to fair conditions? Is 3 to 1 enough?<br /><br />2. Do you people prefer the plastic dipped chain over the galvanized type? I was thinking the dipped type would be less damaging if it were to come in contact with the hull.
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    mooring cover vs other covers

    How is a mooring cover different from a one piece bow/cockpit cover like on my bayliner? Or is it the samething?<br /><br /> http://adcache.boattraderonline.com/6/8/7/80777687.htm
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    Should I sell her?

    I've had my Bayliner for sale since late August and I still have it. The last call I received on it was probably about 2 months ago. I've been having second thoughts as of last week about whether I should still get rid of it or not. I received a call today from a person in Onalaska, WI who...
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    best time to sell a boat

    Fall or Spring or Summer?
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    new way to change engine oil?

    My co-worker gave me a different way of changing my engine oil. I told him I was going to suck it out with a pump, but he said he does it this way: <br /> <br />He jacks up the trailer real high and makes sure the drain plug is off. He then pulls the oil plug and lets the oil drain in the...
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