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  1. alldodge

    Maybe my turn for new boat time

    Pick her up and she's now in the barn, probably post some pics tomorrow Hope its not an omen, just left the dealer and first stop I feel a heavy clunk as the trailer hits the stops (surge disk brakes). Not good, call dealer and advise I'm head back. Tech looks under trailer and finds 2 on the...
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    Ground fault with black wire melting

    With a boat next to nothing is every easy
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    Mercury 4000 side mount remotes unit issues

    Doubtful but can always ask
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    Ground fault with black wire melting

    Agree there is a short Might get some strong nylon string/cord and tie to end of wires, then pull wires out other end. The cord will allow new wires to be pulled back thru
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    Question about installing new clutch/gear set in 1999 Bravo 3

    No expert but my understanding is the TW is applying its torque the the square drive area. It measures at the square drive and is calibrated for the wrench flex. The longer the wrench the more flex, shorter less flex
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    Banking Software

    I do the same
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    Engine alignment ,just got the tool. Pics posted

    What I'm understanding now is your probably good to go Mine only cost about $20 so no issue with the cost, only if it was made correctly. Having uniform marks is a good sign
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    Engine alignment ,just got the tool. Pics posted

    It's I doubt the vibration is caused by misalignment Getting no marks means the coupler is shot (Doubtful because boat was moving), or your not getting it actually into the coupler Take something long and skinny (stick, dowl rod, other), put it the bottom of the coupler and mark the end of it...
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    Deck Repair - Fiberglassing Question (Newbie)

    What your discussing could work but need to cut out the spot first to find out what made it soft. Once it's cut out you may find the issue goes out further then what your seeing now. Most places show up after other things start happening below
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    Ns90a idiot mistake

    Don't know what shorted out, but most likely it was the ignition system. If it was a Mercruiser it normally is the ECM
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    too much outboard for the boat?

    I would start with what is max HP for the boat then find out how much that 2 stroke weighted.
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    Engine alignment ,just got the tool. Pics posted

    The mounts should be done equally only if they are equal to begin with. If one was turned more then the other then the twist starts. If unsure, with boat seating level and both top nuts loose. Lift motor up slightly by the thermostat housing bolts so the mounts are not touching the bottom...
  13. alldodge

    Building A Mercruiser 350 Few Questions.

    Thinking the last digit is 7 14096217...55-86...350..........Crate motor, 285hp/300hp, 64cc chambers, 72' or 90' center intake manifold bolt angles
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    Engine alignment ,just got the tool. Pics posted

    In most cases yes the motor is in a slight twist Do look real close and the splines on the coupler. They need to be square no taper of the corners
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    Banking Software

    Ebay still sell version 2011 on CD Found it went to rental 2018
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    Banking Software

    Bummer
  17. alldodge

    Banking Software

    I to like spreadsheets and use it for tracking taxes and my vacation rental. Use Quicken for the five bank accounts
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    Ilmor/Yanmar Drive Trim Pump Relay issue

    If its not the relay it has to be a bad connection somewhere.
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    Thoughts/comments on these 3 possibilities

    I have a 73 Chrysler, rebuilt the hull, have 4 motors and still have not got it water ready. I'm almost ready to give it away but just can't do it as yet
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    Banking Software

    Using Quicken Premier 2011 and has worked well thru all the MS upgrades. The issue concerning me is for how much longer. Seems now everyone doesn't want to sell SW they only want to rent it. Several others out there but any have other recommendations?
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