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    1988 21' Mariner CC Gas Tank ??

    And you probably won't find anything posted anywhere. Many of these boats were offered with different size tanks so not one size only. Grab a gas can and run it dry, then go fill it up.. When I had to do that on mine it took 17 gallons to fill it. Over the winter I removed all the stuff in...
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    Best hitch protector?

    Don't make it easy for the crooks, they will most always look for easier prey!! I always make sure they will have to work for it if they want it !!
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    1997 Mirrocraft 18' aluminum fish n ski

    Most state laws require brakes on trailers over 2500 lbs so be safe..
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    1988 21' Mariner CC Gas Tank ??

    Good luck, when I bought my Sylvan, I had the same issue. After months of coming up blank, I pulled the live well to get to the tank fill inlet and there is a sticker giving all the tank specs. All mfgrs put the info by the cap where all the fittings enter..
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    Mechanical Safe Lock

    Glad you have dial locks and not push button locks, those are not worth fixing. My locksmith friend has used a battery and a couple wires to open push button locks in less than a minute.
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    Awfull time launch & retrieve roller trailer

    Been there before, big difference between old rubber rollers and the newer poly rollers. In my opinion, you could use more rollers, I always used extra rollers when possible. Do you back in far enough to float the rear of the boat ??
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    Downsize Fuel Tank

    Probably not worth the effort for the small amount of space you would be gaining. If your current tank is built in, that could be a job getting it out. Keeping your fuel good for 6 months should not be an issue with today's stabilizers on the market. I get a year from my fuel storage with O...
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    Broken Thermostat Housing Bolt

    Transfer punches also work great, the only advantage if a center drill is a little nicer starting hole than just a punch mark. The whole idea here is to get a true on center starting hole for the left hand drill bit...
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    Broken Thermostat Housing Bolt

    Find a small short drill called a " center drill" the same OD as the hole with the broken thread. This will make a small hole directly centered on the broken screw. After the center drill made the small hole in the center of the broken bolt, get a " left hand " drill bit to drill out the...
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    Fuel delivery on a TRACKER V18 FISH AND SKI 2013. Merc 150 EFI

    Clogged pickup in the tank ? Some have a filter of sorts that might be clogged. If a built-in tank there should be a plate where all the hoses and gates should attach, remove the plate and check components. Never said it would be easy to access that plate, in case you were thinking that....lol...
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    MinnKota Powerdrive V2 Prop Not Turning

    Years back I had an issue with my MK trolling motor. Called Johnson outdoors who at that time was the servicing company for MK and gave them my issues and model number. Very helpful and friendly people, sent me the items I needed to replace and talked to me over the phone when I had a problem...
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    New canvas bow cover rolling at edges, solutions?

    My last cover was made by a semi truck tarp company. A bit heavy but after more than 15 years, no cracks, no shrinking, no discoloring, no retreating to make it waterproof. Yes they are heavier, and harder to wrestle around, but I expect it to outlive me and cost less to begin with.
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    MerCruiser 3.0 Runs Poorly As It Warms Up

    Years back, my 3.0 had similar issues as the poster described. Posting the info on a couple different forums and a talk with my mechanic, all agreed the first step should be a compression test .. Sure enough 2-3 was low on compression. Pulled the head and sent it to the mechanic. In the mean...
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    1997 Mirrocraft 18' aluminum fish n ski

    Nothing wrong with a Mirror boat, owned a couple and they were great boats. You don't need a Starcraft name to have a good boat....I have owned more aluminum boats than I have fingers and toes, over half were Star crafts but, I have actually had fewer issues with Mirro and my Sylvans. Most all...
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    Johnson 4HP questions

    Easy to make an extension for the throttle lever, not an ideal situation but very doable. Not sure it will plane with only 4 hp, but should be a fun little boat to play with.
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    Johnson 4HP questions

    If it hasn't run in 4 years, the carb will need a clean and rebuild with new gaskets. Get a factory rebuild kit so you get all the needed setup information to start. Clean out fuel tank, check hose and fittings to be sure they are still good. New spark plugs will only help, but check spark to...
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    Mercruiser 3.0 prop suggestions.

    Is the engine running up to par, check that first. Is your rpm figured with a light load or a heavy load ? Many folks get the prop setup with a light load at max rpm rating so they don't bog down when loaded. If you always carry a heavy load then prop accordingly. Rule of thumb is...one inch...
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    MerCruiser 3.0 Runs Poorly As It Warms Up

    Why spend hours digging deep for an issue if the engine is not up to par ? Compression check is easy, simple and free so why not start with the simple stuff first. The local marina which has been in business for over 50 years and their mechanic which is a long time friend speak often about the...
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    Fuel delivery on a TRACKER V18 FISH AND SKI 2013. Merc 150 EFI

    Air pressure might be a bit much, how about squeezing the primer ball and see if fuel pushes thru ? Disconnect fuel line going into filter and squeeze...fuel comming out ? If so then a clogged filter ?
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    MerCruiser 3.0 Runs Poorly As It Warms Up

    Do a compression check, these 4 cylinder engines are known for warped heads if they ever run hot. Quick and cheap test to see if the engine is healthy before digging deeper.
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