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    opinions on near overheat cool down

    I have had a consistant problem of rising engine temp at idle on both my 5.O rwc XL mercruiser i/os .If I tap up the idle 1-200 rpms,the temp comes right down .While idling on muffs ,the temp climbed to just shy of the red range of the temp gauge.I tapped up the rpms 1-200 and the temp came...
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    Hand Held GPS recomendations please

    Hi guys,have not had much time to log on lately and I miss it!!!!! Birthdays a comin. My bride wants to get me a h/h gps.Anyone have a particular brand that they use and like.Please let me know.Seems to be a wide range of prices.Thanks Charlie
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    Beam Of 33ft 1996 Sea Ray

    i AM LOOKING AT A 33FT 1996 SEARAY WITH VDRIVES.Does anyone know the exact beam measurement.The listing states 11.5 and the seller states 11 and believe it or not the .5 will make a difference in whether I can keep my slip or not.Any help will be appreciated.Charlie
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    Rising Engine temp at idle-Im baffled

    this has been an ongoing problem since last year.Twin 230 mercruiser ahpha i/os.RWC and used in salt.Fresh water flushed after EVERY use.At idle and idling up canals my port motor temp slowly climbs.If I tap up the throttle to 1100rpms ,the temp stops climbing and then comes back down .Underway...
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    maytag side by side refridge side not working

    Hi guys,hopefully someone can give me a tip before I call the "Lonely maytag repairman".All was fine until someone replaced the water filter which is in the rear of the top shelf.Dont know the rest of the story since I was not there but the bottom line is that the freezer is working fine but the...
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    Bolt pattern for traILER WHEEL

    I am wanting to get a spare tire and wheel for my "newer" trailer.I have been asked about the bolt pattern.I assumed that you measure from the center of 1 lug to the one next to it.The tire size is ST205/75D14 and the wheel has 5 bolts.I cant get the trailer or wheel to a dealer to match it up...
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    mini dv or dvd camcorder????

    Loved my hi8 sony camcorder and I really still do but I guess it is time for me to catch up with technology.Any body have some pros and cons of each.Charlie
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    Opinions on oil change

    I usually change the oil in my 5.0 mercruisers as part of winterizing.Then I fire it up in the spring a few times and change the oil again before I put it in the water for the season.Any opinions on draining the oil in the fall and not putting fresh oil in it until the spring.Doesent all the...
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    Basicpower parts supply gone??

    I cant seem to find these guys on line.I have been using them for years.Any one have any info??I was about to oredr a new set of mANI AND RISERS.Charlie
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    tropical fishtank help

    We got my dad a fishtank to keep him busy.The fish are doing pretty well.Mollys,sissortails,swordfish and a couple of algae eaters.He runs the filter 24/7 and the water is getting a little cloudy.any suggestions on getting the water crystal clear??? Charlie
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    Surfcasting in Pompano Beach vacation

    We are heading to some warm weather for vacation next month and wanted to know if I should bother bringing my surf caster.I have never surfcasted while on vacation in Florida .Any and all comments are welcomed.Charlie
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    Proper trailer terminology help

    Help me out here guys.I have a new to me trailer to replace my older shorelander for my 17 Mako.The problem is that the new trailer(ez roller) is a little too big for my boat.I can move back the stantion that the winch is on and it will still be a little too big.What I need to know is the...
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    Pink af turns clear in water system?????

    Winterized my pressurized water system with pink af as usual.emptied system of water by opening all faucets with pressure on until nothing was left.Added 4 gals of pink to system and pressure up and turn on each faucet one at a time until pink runs out.As in previous boats,the hotwater side...
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    New Seafoam Procedure !!!!

    I found this one out by accident guys.Once or twice a season,I usually pull the plugs,spray a generous amount of Deep creep into each cylinder of my Evinrude ,put the plugs back in and wait a few hours and start it and blow out the crap.Well This last time, the few hours turned into a week...
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    Another great product aint so great anymore

    Sorry to say guys but due to some cost cutting or producing for large chains, the quality and effectivness of Greased Lightning has gone in the crapper.I know many here swear by it as I did too until the last bottle I bought.I did a quick decarb on my Ocean pro and it usually gets a black ring...
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    Inflatable boat ,which inflatable floor is best??

    Its time to replace my wood floor Zodiac with one that has an inflatable floor.I am done wrestling with floor boards and longitudal supports.Love the boat-hate the floor .I have seen 2 types and hope someone has some experience with these.One boat we looked at has an inflatable floor that is...
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    sealing plastic lawnmower fuel tank

    A leak began in the bottom of the fuel tank on my mower.The fuel line comes out the bottom of the tank.Looks like clear fishtank tubing.It leaks where the tubing goes through the tank.It connects to a small fuel filter with a barb on the bottom which butts up to the bottom of the inside of the...
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    3m 5200 or liquid nails

    I need to glue wood blocks to the bottom of my formica galley table to get the height high enough to sit comfortably.Dont want to use screws because the table is thin.Which is the best to attach a wood block to formica??
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    Adding my wifes name to her moms deed

    We recently lost my father-in -law to cancer.It has been suggested to my wife that she have her name added to my mother-in-laws deed to protect her home in the event she ever has to go into a nursing home.My wife and mom-in-law are still devestated and are asking me if this is a good idea and I...
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    Mobil one Full synthetic lower gear lube

    I prefer to use a full synthetic gear lube in my 1995 Evinrude Ocean Pro.I cant seem to find anything except a synthetic blend in my area.I know Bondo uses the Mobil one in his i/o gearcase but does anyone know if it is fine for an o/b ??
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