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  1. Augoose

    Prop compatibility question

    I'm sure this question has been asked before but I can't find a result through the search engine. Will the prop from an Alpha I generation II (2001 Mercruiser lower unit) fit an Alpha I generation I (1989 Mercruiser lower unit)? I have been offered a free prop but would like to know if it is...
  2. Augoose

    Looking for Factory manual for 2003 Mercury 150, serial # OT6483..

    Anyone have a source? Couldn't find it in the sticky section. Thanks!
  3. Augoose

    Dead in the water...don't forget to check the small things!

    I knew it was too good to be true. Got up early (06:00 am) with all the bass fisherman and took the bow rider out to catch some striper. Everything was going great, caught several, and then I decided to head in. Clean up my tackle, put away some gear and then tried to start the boat- "click"...
  4. Augoose

    '89 4.3 mercruiser overheat at idle issue (standard cooling)

    All, I've been doing some research about an overheating issue I'm having. At cruise, the temp stays right at 150 +/- 5 degrees. When I stop and idle, three out of five times if I sit for longer than 2-3 minutes, the temp will slowly start to creep up towards 160-170 until I put it back into...
  5. Augoose

    Teleflex Speedometer displayed speed not accurate

    This is on a 1989 20' bow rider with Mercruiser Alpha 1 Lower unit. What would cause a speedometer to operate but not display the accurate speed? In other words, my speedometer won't register anything until I'm going about 15-18 mph at which point it reads about 10 mph. Then at about 25-30 mph...
  6. Augoose

    Help- do I have too much metal shavings or is it normal for Alpha 1?

    All, this is a '89 Alpha I gen 1 Mercruiser lower unit. I had suspicions as to what was acceptable as far as metal shavings collecting on the drain screw so I drained some gear lube as part of a mid season inspection. When I removed the screws, the bottom screw had quite a bit of what I can only...
  7. Augoose

    Wood free deck construction?

    Hey all, can anyone tell me if the 1995 Stingray 606zp, or 1995 series of stingray bowriders for that matter, have a fiberglass or a plywood deck? Thanks!
  8. Augoose

    Wood free construction?

    Anyone know if this bow rider would have a wood free design? It is a 1994 Marada 1950 MVB and is over 4 hours away. thanks!
  9. Augoose

    Boat design / strength question

    I'm planning on replacing my deck in my 1989 20' Caravelle bowrider this winter as there are a few soft spots. From what I can see from inspecting at least the ski locker area, the stringers seem sound. However, until I pull the deck up its hard to know the condition of all the others. Here...
  10. Augoose

    Water in the bilge

    Don't worry, this is not another "where is the water coming from" post! I just wanted to share my amazement as to how much water 6 kids can bring in the boat after a day of tubing and skiing. I pulled the boat out of the ramp yesterday evening and prepared to let the boat "potty" as my 5 year...
  11. Augoose

    What is the transom- reference to an inboard/outboard bow rider

    Sounds like a stupid question, I know. I've always understood the transom to be the whole stern of the boat, however I read something that suggested the transom was limited to the reinforced area immediately surrounding where the gimbal housing is and where the lower unit is mounted. Is the...
  12. Augoose

    First run of the season done

    On Lake Murray in SC. "They" said the water temp was 70 but I think it was just a bit shy of that. However sunny skies and an 85 degree day made it pretty darn tolerable. Bit rusty but despite the chop I had some good runs and jumps. The outside of my front foot kept cramping though. Tried...
  13. Augoose

    While in line at the boat ramp......

    One guy completely drops the back end of his boat off the trailer and onto the concrete ramp - you could hear the scrape across the cove as he continues to drive up the ramp as people scream at him to stop. Meanwhile in the SAME exact ramp slot..... Next guy (not his wife) backs his truck up...
  14. Augoose

    How to repair/replace vinyl pads

    All, I did some searches but didn't come up with much, so I have a couple of questions... My question pertains to the pads which run the length of the boat on the interior just below the gunwale. I have wood under mine and it is rotted, so my plan was to remove them and pull the upholstery off...
  15. Augoose

    Wet slip recommendations on Lake Murray, SC

    Anyone recommend a Marina somewhere on the east end of the lake? Looking for good price, no cover necessary, no power needed (20' open bow). Ramp prefered. thanks!
  16. Augoose

    Opinions on 1999 Trophy 1703 Center Console

    Hey guys, I've been lurking around for awhile over on the mercruiser side with my bow rider, but now a friend of mine is looking at a Trophy 1703 with 90 hp outboard. He's not on the forum (yet) so I thought I'd post up and ask about people's experiences with this specific boat, similar boats...
  17. Augoose

    Alpha 1, gen 1 shift shaft question

    I'm in the process of replacing my lower gear unit with another. I swapped in the new lower gear unit and as I was trying to align the drive unit shift shaft coupler with the bell housing shift shaft coupler, I noticed that the drive unit shift shaft coupler drops down too far and won't couple...
  18. Augoose

    How long does it take for water pump to cycle water up to thermostat hose?

    Hey all, I've got a '89 4.3 merc with the Alpha 1, gen 1 lower. I'm summerizing and just put the lower unit back on today, along with some other maintenance. My question is how long does it take for water to pump up to the thermostat hose in the engine? I connected new earmuffs, good seal...
  19. Augoose

    Automotive equivalent for a Mercruiser cooling system hose?

    This is for a '89 4.3 - I'm looking for item # 32-87108, "hose, thermostat" and goes from the water pump to the thermostat on the starboard side of the engine. It looks like this.... Anyone know of an automotive equivalent? A trip to Oreily's and walking down the hose section didn't produce...
  20. Augoose

    Education on impellers

    Thanks to all for the assistance on my other ongoing thread - another question.... I was replacing my impeller today. When I pulled the water pump body and looked at the impeller it appears to be off-center. Why would it be designed this way? It seems to cause the fins to bend only on one side.
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