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  1. Horigan

    squeaky leaf springs

    Great responses above. Note that WD40 is not a lubricant. It's primarily for displacing water, hence the WD. Try Boeshield T9 on the springs. It leaves a wax coating that helps prevent corrosion.
  2. Horigan

    Anchor line/rode size

    Actually, it becomes rode. ;)
  3. Horigan

    Video of 290 DP Outdrive Shaft Seal Replacement?

    Can anybody share a video link or shop manual link on how to replace the prop shaft seals on a dual prop 290 A2 outdrive? I've checked Google and YouTube and haven't found one. The manualslib.com site doesn't appear to have manuals for these older drives. I did find the write -up below and it...
  4. Horigan

    Trim ram maxium extension

    That squealing sound is the pressure relief valve within the pump dumping the pump flow to the reservoir (low pressure side).
  5. Horigan

    About to do my first VP SX outdrive service and have a few questions

    The Volvo manual for your drive. Volvo publishes their manuals online.
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    About to do my first VP SX outdrive service and have a few questions

    Water gets past the drive and the gimbal (pivot) assembly. Newer generation drives don't have a gasket between them. The only seal between them is the D-shaped O-ring for the raw water passage. While the drive is off, check to make sure the plastic raw water outlet on the gimbal assembly...
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    92 chris craft wires

    Also eBay. That's where I got my '95 OMC manuals.
  8. Horigan

    Do I survey a 25K boat

    If your primary concern is the gas tank, is it aluminum or plastic? My tank of that ear is plastic. I would be more concerned with an aluminum tank that age.
  9. Horigan

    Thinking of buying a Maxum 2400 SCR. Thoughts?

    The microwave will require shore power (120V) and can't run on the battery, unless you have an inverter and lots of battery capacity. The fridge should be 12V, but you need to ensure you have sufficient battery capacity to run it extended periods. Stove should be propane or butane, unless it's...
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    Replacing trailer axle... what are the considerations?

    If you go with a straight axle, you'll need to back the trailer deeper in the water to launch and retrieve. This could result in you backing your tow vehicle rear hubs into the water or submerge your exhaust. Things I don't like to do when I launch. In addition, you'll have to wade deeper in...
  11. Horigan

    Replacing trailer axle... what are the considerations?

    That trailer likely has surge brakes (my Calkin does). If you can confirm that by looking at the front coupler, you don't need a controller. Brakes are easy to install with the hardest part being bleeding them with the surge brake coupler. You'll need to confirm the surge controller is good...
  12. Horigan

    New DP-M outdrive install: need advice

    Before I made a custom cart I would have my wife help me wrestle the drive on. Two people can do it without hoist tools.
  13. Horigan

    A few questions from a learner

    The speed sensor on item 2 is flipped to the up position. Push it down is it is below the bottom of the boat. It's spring loaded to either the up or down position. In it's current position it won't read dynamic water pressure.
  14. Horigan

    1996 chris craft crowne 25’

    Rules
  15. Horigan

    [Q] History on "Commander" boats made in British Columbia?

    I have a Commander 30 and I haven't heard of any hull quality issues with these boats. Looks like a great boat to re-engine. Later versions came with single diesels. There is a Commander Rendezvous Facebook group you could join and ask there for info and suggestions.
  16. Horigan

    Proper air pressure for PWC trailer

    Actually, pressures on tires are cold pressures, so no need to compensate for heat up.
  17. Horigan

    Submersible trailer lights

    Actually, if the amp is out of the tub, you would be good. The guitar generates a very small voltage. Back on topic, I'm happy with my Optronic lights.
  18. Horigan

    trailer dolly?

    I use a Trailer Valet XL with a 20V drill for my 4200 lb setup. Works great for maneuvering in tight spaces. Gravel may be an issue if it's soft. They have other options besides the XL that may work better on gravel.
  19. Horigan

    How to correctly patch holes on the inflatable boat?

    Those are good instructions. I've found that two part PVC cement is better than the typical PVC cement.
  20. Horigan

    Corrosion on drive

    If they do replace it, hopefully they have one in stock. A friend had his outdrive stolen from the front of his house this fall and the backlog on getting a new one was many months.
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