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    2000 200hp Saltwater series ,Replaced trim cowl switch, what is this retainer piece???

    Note to self.......Use a bright flashlight when working under shrink-wrap.I climb under the shrink-wrap to do some off season maintenance all the time.This time I THOUGHT I was able to see what I needed to see but not everything.A much brighter flashlight made it much easier to see under that...
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    New to me 2003 Key Largo 180cc!

    Best of Luck!!! You are correct, nothing fancy about these center console boats but there are some center consoles that are more bare bones than what you got so work with what you have. I hope Im wrong but I believe a friend has same boat and he finds it to be a wet ride.Charlie
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    2000 200hp Saltwater series ,Replaced trim cowl switch, what is this retainer piece???

    Thanks again.So looks like the rod is simply part of the retaining function.I will take a closer look at mine but it does not look like there is anything I can screw up here. Thats good news!! Thanks again Charlie
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    2000 200hp Saltwater series ,Replaced trim cowl switch, what is this retainer piece???

    Yes just one bolt on that one and I guess the other side is a pivot point.Just wish I could find out what the silver rod is ? Looks to attach under the bracket.
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    2000 200hp Saltwater series ,Replaced trim cowl switch, what is this retainer piece???

    Hopefully someone here knows what the rod is for. If not Im just gonna leave it alone.The old trim switch wires run under it and the new trim wires are supposed to run under it.I can snip the wires of the old one to get it out of there and I can let the wires from the new switch sit on top of...
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    2000 200hp Saltwater series ,Replaced trim cowl switch, what is this retainer piece???

    Yep thats the one, thanks,Any idea what it is retaining?? #48 is right by the rod I was concerned about moving.
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    2000 200hp Saltwater series ,Replaced trim cowl switch, what is this retainer piece???

    I appreciate any assistance from anyone but I don't think you are reading my post completely.I am referring to the black plate that is aft and perpendicular to the trim switch and it's bracket lower in the pic.
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    2000 200hp Saltwater series ,Replaced trim cowl switch, what is this retainer piece???

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    2000 200hp Saltwater series ,Replaced trim cowl switch, what is this retainer piece???

    The retaining plate/bracket in question is "Aft" of the trim switch or lower in the pic.The pic is prior to my changing out the switch.The switch and switch bracket is in the top of the pic.
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    2000 200hp Saltwater series ,Replaced trim cowl switch, what is this retainer piece???

    Just replaced the trim switch.There is a retaining plate with a thin rod aft of the switch.What is being retained?? The trim switch is routed under that retainer and rod.I would need to remove the retainer plate to get the old switch out of there and to route the new switch wires.I already...
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    Got Ripped Off

    Look on the bright side.....they would have cost you $1.25 each at my local dollar store.
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    Boat Battery Questions - Cranking

    Walmart.com. and a good price!! EverStart Lead Acid Marine & RV Deep Cycle Battery, Group Size 27DC 12 Volt, 750 MCA $93.76You save $0.00 Price when purchased online
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    Anyone have experience with exterminating Rats?

    Neighbors all have wood retaining walls in the yards.Saw that my garbage pail had a hole gnawed through it. Saw a big one strolling across the neighbors back yard.Looked at a few Youtube videos combining corn muffin mix and baking soda and making some cookies for them.Baking soda is supposed to...
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    Boat Battery Questions - Cranking

    Stick with 2 group 27 dual function batteries with over 700 cranking amps and NEVER EVER buy an Interstate battery .NEVER.They dont last and they deplete your 2nd battery.Interstate are the absolute worst. .I have run with this setup in my Regal Commodore which has twin V8s and a fridge and...
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    Thread locker for permanent underwater applications

    I didn't see anything to suggest that this is a thread locker.Reads more like a gasket maker /sealant.More likely to be used to be able to disassemble things more easily. Charlie
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    Shift cable resistance, best lube point to possibly help?

    Even with the Trilux ($50 a can) I still get some growth.Especially on the topside of the trim tabs and undersides of the bell housing in the area of the shift cable bellows and ss clamps thats why I slather on the grease after Trilux.3-4 years ago I couldn't stop the barnacles from growing on...
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    Shift cable resistance, best lube point to possibly help?

    Lol,I have the opposite.Salt water and Im floating from mid May until Nov 1st. Barnacles and little crustacea like to grow in the creases of the bellows so I try to get grease into every crease to deter the growth and help preserve the rubber. Charlie
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    Shift cable resistance, best lube point to possibly help?

    WOW!! 18 years is a long time.I tend to agree on the Oem parts although I have used both .Approx 22 years ago I bought 2 aftermarket transom kits on ebay and had them professionally installed,after approx 10 years I had the transom kits done again with Oem.The 10 year old aftermarket equipment...
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    Shift cable resistance, best lube point to possibly help?

    The only things I have been able to verify at this point is that there is resistance going into reverse with the drive on and with drive off.Swivel shaft and shift arm and wheel were very well greased upon removal of the drive. Boat is shrink-wrapped and we have been averaging temps in the 20s...
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    Shift cable resistance, best lube point to possibly help?

    1988 mercruiser 5.0 twin Alpha drives.Was planning a transom service kit to be done on both drives but not until next season as my boat will just be sitting in the slip for 99% of the time this coming season. Stbd shifter has some obvious resistance when engaging in Reverse.Feels the same with...
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