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  1. Stinnett21

    Tahoe boat question.

    That make is a very entry level build targeted at first time buyers. That doesn't mean it's junk. Boat building standards are good today. But...be prepared to DIY some things. If it means changing out screws for bolts with a piece of wood backing under it, do it and you'll have a fine boat...
  2. Stinnett21

    19' to 21' Bowriders or Sport Decks

    Also in your price range recommend looking at Starcraft. Nice affordable designs in deck boat style layouts with outboards.
  3. Stinnett21

    Stainless Steele or NO..

    Are you currently propped right? Is your motor turning at or close to the top end of the RPM range? If not you need to re-prop anyway so yes go stainless. If no other reason for durability. It's not worth a high end Mercury prop but I'd look at Solas or Turning Point. Watch for their...
  4. Stinnett21

    Ran into a reef & 10 hour service

    What happens at 10 hours? Is it due for service then? With no trailer how were you going to get the service done? If it's not having a negative affect just wait till the 10 hours and get it fixed then. It will have to be cut off and new one fashioned and re-welded. Prop shops are the place...
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    19' to 21' Bowriders or Sport Decks

    Check out the Chaparral 21 SSI outboard.
  6. Stinnett21

    Tahoe boat question.

    Think you'll be ok without a windshield? I'm 61 and love to get out in the fall. I need a windshield.
  7. Stinnett21

    Looking for Opinions on Super Bowriders

    I often wonder how those with the monster center consoles, pontoons and bowriders keep them covered and clean. Yeah I know everyone does at first but over time my prediction is that's going to get tiring. Probably sour grapes on my part. I just don't have that many friends lol. The bow of a...
  8. Stinnett21

    Oil seal carrier o-ring

    The Permatex I referred to is an equivalent to Mercury's Perfect Seal, or at least close enough. So yes it's common to use the Perfect seal at this location.
  9. Stinnett21

    Scotch Guard on Sunbrella

    I use Starbrite Waterproofing. Cheaper than 303 and does a great job. Probably not quite as good as 303 but my boat is stored under cover.
  10. Stinnett21

    Oil seal carrier o-ring

    To confirm, you're talking about the carrier under the pump housing? If memory serves me, there's two o-rings. The top smaller one rides on the shaft so that one gets grease. The big lower one I use Permatex Aviation sealer.
  11. Stinnett21

    Prop selection follow up.

    Thanks for posting a follow up. Super glad you had a good experience re-propping. I'm surprised the smart tabs didn't reduce more of the porpoising. What happens when you go to hole #5?
  12. Stinnett21

    Question on boat shopping: 1999 Crownline 202 5.0 liter

    Seven kids and at least two adults is a load. You'll be fine tubing. Skiing is another story especially if slalom. Expect to down prop. If the kids stay into watersports my prediction is this is a two year boat.
  13. Stinnett21

    External Oil Filter hose routing?

    Make sure they don't rub anything or each other. I luckily found that the metal sheath on the end of one was, I guess for years, slightly rubbing against the hose section of its neighbor. It had a small bulge and was leaking. Had I not caught it I would have had a bilge full of oil and...
  14. Stinnett21

    Planing houseboat choices

    Wouldn't a 40 - 90 foot houseboat that's able to plane off draw just as much water as the Bertram? The planing houseboat went out of style years ago. Even then it took twin big blocks running near WOT, especially for the size your desiring. Not knocking what your wanting, Just think you are...
  15. Stinnett21

    Alpha 2 top bearing

    Posting a follow up to this thread. I put 80 hours on it this season and as far as I can tell all is well. Changed the gear lube mid season. The magnet had some fuzz but nothing that seemed beyond normal especially given a new bearing/race. The cap does get hot but I've read before that...
  16. Stinnett21

    Rusty film/staining on input shaft and inner ring of gimbal bearing

    Thanks Rick. Duh...should have thought of that, especially since for the last two years I've pulled the drive in the fall and re-installed in the spring leaving those areas mostly bare. Will make sure I coat them in the future.
  17. Stinnett21

    Rusty film/staining on input shaft and inner ring of gimbal bearing

    Just pulled my alpha 2 drive (OM424120) and noticed a rusty film/stain on the input shaft where it contacts the gimbal bearing where the two o-rings are and of course on the inner ring of the bearing itself. No signs of water intrusion. Bellows is dry and I know for certain water has not...
  18. Stinnett21

    2005 16' Duroboat won't trim up

    Sorry. See it in your title now. Nice boat. Just wondering if the bottom is straight.
  19. Stinnett21

    2005 16' Duroboat won't trim up

    Please describe your boat better. I don't know what a 16W is. My first thought is your boat has a hook in it. Sight down the keel from the transom. Is it straight or is it bent?
  20. Stinnett21

    5.0L MPI Idle Air Control Valve OEM vs Aftermarket

    I'm not a motörhead but I love my MPI. Strong, fuel efficient, don't have to wear out the center button on my 3000 controller, Vessel View, hit the key and go. PITA to fog though. Remote tank. What a mess.
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