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  1. Bob_VT

    Boycott - News Shows

    Come on people let's boycott the news shows that prey upon emotions. 60 minutes had a big part of destroying the life of Specialist Graner. I really don't care what happened in Iraq in a prison. That should be classified information for appropriate use.<br /><br />I would like to see all news...
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    Tater humor

    Old but good...<br /><br />Girl Potato and Boy Potato had eyes for each other, and finally got married. Before long, they had a little sweet potato, which they named "Yam". Naturally, they wanted the best for her. <br /><br />When it was time, they told Yam about the facts of life. They warned...
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    Gmail looking for an invite

    I am looking for a gmail invite. Please send it to rpf924@hotmail.com<br /><br />Thanks,<br />Bob_VT
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    November 11

    Eleventh month, eleventh hour, eleventh minute... here we are on the eve of Veterans Day and sad to say but very few will recognize it.<br /><br />I guess I am spouting off because I work for a company that does not honor veterans. That is due for a change soon. Very few business' honor...
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    Oil Check Question

    Okay, here is an interesting question for all of us that have toys (atv's,snow machines,etc).<br /><br />I have an atv with a screw in dipstick. The dipstick is short and the methods vary. Do you screw in the dipstick to check or just have the cap touch the threads (without screwing it back in...
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    Final Cut !!! 2004

    Well, I did the Final Cut 2004 yesterday on my lawn... winterized the lawn tractor and dragged the plow down from it's storage place.<br /><br />It's a great feeling that I won't be cutting grass again until May-June 2005!<br /><br />Bob
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    E-bay Just Gotta vent !!!!!

    I had my 1500 Steury listed on ebay... asking a fair price and life was good.<br /><br />This morning I was pleased to see that fbrickhouseg performed a Buy It Now option and I thought hey life is better yet!<br /><br />Then the bad news.... My auction was ended with a bogus buyer along with...
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    I/O Engine hours is there an average or limit

    Okay I took a look at a 350 Mercruiser (circa 1986) and the hour meter was at 2760. Is this average (yes I realize that depends on the demographics but here in VT we have a short season)? Is there a rule of thumb for a rebuild (such as a diesel rebuild should be around every 10000 hrs)?<br...
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    It's been a long hard year but I am still around

    To all of my good friends here at iboats...just a short note to tell you that I am still around but it has been a rough year. Without going into the particulars my boat hit the water once.... family matters were far more important.<br /><br />I intend to visit more frequently now and hopefully...
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    Question for Trent and others

    Okay let me start by saying yes I remember when you warned me about those 470/170 setups. Well it has creeped up and bit me in the butt and I need a little help.<br /><br />My 3.7 470/170 has a slight problem. I have antifreeze in the rear cylinder. I am ready to tackle to head gasket (being...
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    Virus Alert

    Virus Alert<br /><br />It seems that there's a virus out there called the Senile Virus that even the most advanced anti-virus programs can't take care of.<br /><br />So be warned, it appears to affect those of us who were born before 1948!<br /><br />Symptoms of Senile Virus:<br /><br />1...
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    Affiliations/Organizations/Clubs/Societies

    We all belong to iboats and many of us have many other affiliations. I was just curious to see what organizations we belong to.<br /><br />I am speaking of:<br /><br />Shriners, Scottish Rite, Knights Templar, Sojourners, Masons, Knights of Columbus, Kiwanis, Rotary, Key Clubs, Boy Scouts...
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    SKUNKED! Assistance needed here

    Okay this is not a stupid human trick but I do laugh about it much to the chagrin of my ladyfriend.<br /><br />A ladyfriend (and boating/fishing partner) has a small apartment (one of three in a building). Well.... she works long hours and is away from home for periods of 48 hours or more.<br...
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    Schematic hit's 2000

    Way to go! Keep up the great advice!<br /><br />Bob :D
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    SCHOOL HAS STARTED!

    School has started in almost 90+% of the USA. Buses, children, soccer mom's, working parents, brand new teenage drivers...get the picture!<br /><br />Today there was a school bus accident and 21 students were transported to the local hospital with minor injuries. There was one fatality and not...
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    Ramp tricks

    Well I had one of those days today :( broke down 45 miles (yes 45 miles by boat!) away from my truck/trailer. I was able to limp my boat 18 miles to a ramp against a good 15 mph wind. Well, I was able to phone a friend and get a ride to my truck (over 65 miles by car) and go back to...
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    Trent, Walter Assist please block type?

    Okay I have a superb running 470/170 (stop laughing!!!) and this winter I might start shopping for a project motor. I was considering a V-8 to bolt up to my outdrive (early 1985 Alpha I not a MR). What should I be hunting for (besides deer and turkey :rolleyes: )? A 351W Ford motor since...
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    WINTER-izing Let's collect some ideas now

    Okay, don't get mad. So it was pushing 90 yesterday around here but our nights have been rapidly dropping into the 40's and 50's.<br /><br />Let's all put our heads together and put down in writing our winterizing tips/methods. If we "head it off at the pass" we (living in a snow belt freezing...
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    Crab Bait others Q on Synthetic Woods

    With all the new plastics on the market and wood decking substitutes such as "Fiberon" I wonder if they would be good for marine applications?<br /><br />Yes, they are very heavy and pricey too.<br /><br />No plans just a question out of curiosity.<br /><br />Bob :cool:
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    Great Reference Item Found !!!!

    Got lucky today. While I was at NAPA I was given an older (Sep 99) NAPA Marine Products book. Yes this is the same book used by the parts counter people.<br /><br />Inside is a cross reference for Outboards and I/O listed by HP/CYL/Ser# and Year. Parts, gaskets you know all the NAPA marine...
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