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  1. nola mike

    Bindings that will fit?

    Got a great deal on an O'brien synchro ski with targa XXL bindings, which are a bit big on me. I need a new pari of high wrap bindings (I really like the lace up bindings). Can I only use O'brien bindings, or will other brands fit? I'm a recreational skier, and basically any high wrap would...
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    Merc 170--wants to overheat.

    But I won't let it. Replaced my outdrive this weekend while i track down a leak on my last "new" one. Ran it at 4k rpms, no real issues. Noticed it running a little hot--160' v. normal 140'. Seemed worse at lower speeds. When i when to pull it out, the temp bumped to 180'. No problems last...
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    Need to know bolt torque

    I'm stuck in the wllderness with no manual and only a blackberry ;) Can someone tell me the torque value for the 4 12 pt bolts holding the top cover on an alpha 1 gen 1? Thanks!
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    Need portable speakers

    I'm looking for something to bring down to the dock and plug my non-ipod mp3 player into. basically either straight battery powered speakers or some battery powered boombox, though really all i need is the mp3 input. i'd like something that has a bit of thump to it. any suggestions?
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    Resealing an alpha one, gen I

    Ok, I'm going to try to start a new thread on this, because I really haven't been able to find out what's involved in resealing an outdrive. Mine's leaking, but a pressure test doesn't reveal a leak. Vacuum test shows leaking at the input seal (at least), but that shouldn't allow water in the...
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    Carbs interchangeable?

    Looking to rebuild a carb in my spare time for my merc 170/470, which is a mercarb 2bbl. Looks like that was used in other 4 cyl engines; would a carb from a 3.0L work? Specs seem like the main jet in the 3.0 is 1.45 mm v. 1.65 mm in the 3.7, and the power valve (not sure what that is) is 0.84...
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    Good and bad news...

    Well, good news first: Got the boat in the water the other day, and was running pretty well overall. Flushed coolant, changed oil, painted/cleaned exhaust manifold/riser and replaced gaskets/flapper. Got an electric polisher and went to town on the gelcoat with some cleaner and wax, and oiled...
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    Dual battery setup/Merc 470?

    i know, i know. lots of info on the topic, much of which i've read. right now i have one of these that i used last summer in my truck/rv, and it worked very well. i have a merc 470 with the original stator setup, which both confuses and concerns me. i have a marine starting battery in the...
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    Where to get upholstery "buttons"?

    trying to find those vinyl-covered button covers that go over the screw/washer assembly in my glasstron's upholstery. they are metal, have vinyl over them, and snap into place. i'm missing a bunch.
  10. nola mike

    1/2" to go--can't get drive back on

    2 hours trying to get my alpha 1 drive back on. Won't go on the final 1/2"-1"--maybe 1 thread on the studs pokes through. I think the alignment is ok; the tool goes into the coupler and spins the gimbel bearing smoothly. The shift mechanism doesn't seem to be the issue either, though that seems...
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    flushing alpha 1 outdrive?

    sorry if this is a double post...tried to post earlier but now i can't find it. anyway, i had an outdrive that had a bit of milky oil in it. just finished reassembly and want to flush it before reinstall. any reason not to use motor oil? i don't want to use gear lube because of cost/weight--i...
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    Merc lube/tool replacements?

    Still haven't come across a single thread dealing specifically with this...it would be nice to have info in one place, such as: 1. Common replacements for merc-specific lubes/sealants/etc. 2. Replacements (home made or purchased) for "special" tools. 3. Maintenance items such as oil/fuel...
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    How to pressure test an outdrive?

    About finished building my pressure tester. Seen a lot on the forums, but no procedure as to exactly what i'm looking for. I can't find it in the manual either... 1) I assume just pump it up...to what PSI? for how long? 2) Common leak points? 3) Vacuum testing? yes or no? to what level...
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    Another impeller replacement question

    alpha 1/gen 1 drive. looking at manual #6, the impeller should be installed with the splines curving counter clockwise. it appears the shaft also spins CCW, which would make the tip of the impeller blades lead (forming a concave surface) rather than sweep/follow (convex surface). seems...
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    Reassembling alpha 1 drive/shifter alignment

    Finishing up replacing the water pump on an alpha 1/gen 1 drive. when reattaching the drive halves, it appears the shift lever can either move from center-->90' left, or center-->90' right. does it matter, or is one way correct (or is this altogether wrong?). i can post a pic if this doesn't...
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    Leaking outdrive--Merc alpha 1--now what?

    so i got a replacement alpha 1 outdrive after my upper gearset disintegrated after getting water in the drive. "new" drive had some milky oil in there interspersed with good-looking oil. i just removed the lower drive to replace the water pump (glad i did--impeller looked rough). a couple of...
  17. nola mike

    Prop ID: Merc 470

    just got a "new" outdrive to replace the one that i should have checked gear oil in sooner... as a bonus, it came with a quicksilver SS prop. both drives are from merc 470's, my original is a 170 with a QS alum prop. old prop turned 4600 rpm @ WOT. i've been unable to find out the sizes of...
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    Home made pressure tester?

    looking to pressure test an alpha 1 lower unit. any info on what i need/step by step to construct a tester? i'm thinking pump + gauge +/- valve (to close system when pressurized) + hose + fitting (what can i use for this?). to the mods: any chance on getting a thread/sticky on diy special...
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    what to check when buying an outdrive?

    i blew out an outdrive about a month ago and have been looking for a replacement. I found one that seems like a good deal, and am going to look at it on monday. obviously, this is somewhat of a crapshoot with the drive off of the boat, but is there any way to get a feel of what kind of...
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    best source for a new ski?

    just got my boat earlier in the summer (and i think i just blew my outdrive, but that's another story...). sadly, i didn't get a chance to engage in any watersports, but have been itching to. i'm looking to get a slalom ski over the winter--didn't know if i could get a deal in the offseason...
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