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    Easier time putting on the trailer

    Once again, way to many folks do not know how to power load. Motor should be trimmed up to prevent wash out. Only enough power to push the boat up, no more !! If your ramps haven't been rebuilt in 75 years, you should petition the state to rebuild them !! In my area, the oldest ramp might be...
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    Easier time putting on the trailer

    Same here, my 1983 Islander has spent its entire life on a roller trailer, no dents that I can see !! Sure is easy to winch it up...
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    HELP: Rusted bolts on leaf springs

    Probably under pressure from the spring itself, gonna have to drive them out with a punch and hammer. Beware of the spring popping out when the bolt comes out !!
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    Source for mooring chain/hardware?

    You guys must be in salt water with your short lived chains. My anchor chain is over 20 yrs old and looks new, but only used in fresh water !!
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    Easier time putting on the trailer

    Yes...many power loaders are idiots !! Can't deny that, but then again, many ramps have not been designed for power loading. I have numerous ramps around me, some are good, some are poor, some just have way to many idiots using them. Yes, I go out of my way to use a small ramp out of the way...
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    Easier time putting on the trailer

    If you entire bunks are out of the water then your not backed in far enough, or you have an awfull shallow ramp. I have some of those in my area. I don't use them because of that. You can do whatever you want, not telling you or anyone what to do. But if your having problems loading a boat...
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    Easier time putting on the trailer

    Yes, there are some ramps that are not designed to power load, I try to avoid those because if they are designed that poorly, it would be a pain to load it in any manor. Unfortunately there are folks that don't understand what power loading actually means and they end up screwing up the ramps...
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    Easier time putting on the trailer

    Then you need a bigger/ better winch !! If the bunks are not adjustable, then make them adjustable. If you like getting wet, go for it....but, when I say get your trailer set up, that means do what is necessary to make it work correctly. I have replaced many factory items on trailers to...
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    Problems with oversized boat motor

    Wont be a big problem until you get into a boating accident and someone realizes your boat is overpowered......then everything will be your fault...find the mfgr and see what the max hp rating is...
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    Easier time putting on the trailer

    Once again...your trailer needs to be set up for your boat ! If you enjoy getting in the water to load your boat so be it....everyone has there preferences. In my over 60 yrs of boating, I have never had to get wet to load any of my boats. Some prefer to do so, but it is so much nicer to stay...
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    Risk of building house close to lake

    High performance boat, plus, drunk driver equals credit card captain that doesn't know what he is doing !! Sad day for boaters !!
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    Solenoid clicking.

    Being a boat and around water, causes corrosion in the most akward, unusual places!! Especially fuse holders, battery connections and other places you might not think about... Have your battery tested, internal shorts can make them give false voltage readings. A full charged battery should be...
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    Broken seats??

    Darn plastic never holds up with time...Just from your pics...can you remove the piece inside the stand that broke off ? If you can then use a steel rod ( threaded) to splice the two broken pieces together. Drill and tap both pieces, add the threaded rod and even epoxy if needed. Not that...
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    New to me Grew 155

    The fact that is was free makes it scary !! The rule if thumb is " the most expensive boat you will ever own is the one you get for free".... It has been very true for most. Good luck...
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    Easier time putting on the trailer

    If I am in a position where power loading can't be done, then I back in deeper...easier to walk the boat into the trailer. With proper set side guides and centering rollers ( lots of them) the boat has no choice but to center itself. When I say deeper, I mean a little deeper....not making the...
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    Old Evinrude question, Can anyone help?

    Probably float or needle valve....rptime for a good rebuild kit !!
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    Mercruiser 3.0 crankcase full with water

    "Lets say". means we/ you are guessing, that doesn 't work well diagnosing problems, actual facts and proving what is wrong works far better !!
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    Should the prop have any play

    Some do have play, however, be sure you have all the proper washers, spacers etc. In place before tightening. Most gave some type of a tabbed safety washer so the nut can't come loose.
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    Easier time putting on the trailer

    Get the trailer set up so the boat goes on centered and can't get off center !! Can't believe how hard people fight to load a boat. There are numerous devices to make the job quick and easy. I am 73 and load and unload my 16' side console all alone. I have side guides and centering rollers...
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    73 Eska 4.5 wont get WOT

    Small boat, small motor....a small change in weight can make a big difference !! Also remember, your motor isn't as young as it used to be either....lol...
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