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    The need for speed - 00 180 horizon 3.0L

    Hello all, I was hoping someone could help me out. I'm looking at getting a new boat, I'd like to go a little faster than my current boat. Does anyone have a rough idea how fast a 2000 Four Winns 180 Horizon w/ a 3.0 Volvo Penta will go? Its advertised as 135hp, I've heard anywhere from...
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    2004 stingray 185 transom

    Hello, I'm looking at buying a new-used boat and I've had a dark past when it comes to transoms. I was wondering if anyone can tell me what kind of transom a 2004 stingray 185 might use, or a place to find out. If you know whether or not they use wood core transoms, you'd save me a few hours...
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    Maxum 1800 XR

    Hello, I have a few questions about a 2001 Maxum 1800 XR. I'm currently looking at the boat and am curious what someone would think of it. One of the things I never (ever) want to do again is replace rotted wood - I did this in my current boat this spring. Can anyone tell me if this...
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    Force temperature

    Hello! After a miserable start to the boating season, I think I've got my 86 125 hp force running juuuuust right now. You all helped me with decarboning, and replacing a pesky thermostat that was giving me an alarm. I want to be able to have more data available about my boat before the alarm...
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    some problems with an 86 Force...

    I have an 86 125 hp force outboard. The motor seems to suddenly smoke a lot, which it did not before. The alarm also comes on for a split second while running at slow speeds, and there is some slight hesitation. I recently put $500 into the lower unit due to a troublesome water pump/impeller...
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