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    Steam out of tell tale

    Remove tstat and tighten down tstat housing and run motor and see what happens.Charlie
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    2001 Chaparral 230 SSi vs. 2007 SeaRay Sundeck 200

    My view is much more simple.You want a newer boat because your 19 footer is too small.Do you really think a 20 footer is going to be much better for you size wise??? I doubt it.Charlie
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    Yamaha serging

    I would do the fuel pumps.Fuel pumps are simple and inexpensive to replace.There is an expensive filter inside the vst tank.I would clean or replace it.Charlie
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    Anyone know of a Quality Aftermarket Yamaha parts supplier

    i have a 2000 200hp saltwater series .Only using oem parts when I service .The Yamaha supplier SIM has recently had some supply issues and after waiting 1 month for some pretty basic parts I cancelled the order.For my mercruiser I have used Quicksilver,Sierra etc when Mercruiser parts were not...
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    Boat Paint

    I painted a MUCH larger aluminum boat with Interlux monopoxy enamel.This was a long time ago so not sure if same paint still exists.I actually painted a fiberglass boat as well.Both came out great.Highly recommend.Charlie
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    Anchor bumper when being towed by larger boat?

    Remove anchor from bow when towing.Charlie
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    Quality aftermarket parts supplier???

    i have a 2000 200hp saltwater series .Only using oem parts when I service .The supplier SIM has recently had some supply issues and after waiting 1 month for some pretty basic parts I cancelled the order.For my mercruiser I have used Quicksilver,Sierra etc when Mercruiser parts were not...
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    A/C unit hose

    Heat gun on the hose end, twist the hose once it softens to break the seal.Keep heating the hose and it should slide right off.Charlie
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    Thru Hull Replacements

    Not a common practice however if anything looks suspect just replace it and go from there.I just replaced one on a boat same age and this particular one was quite easy as far as access and getting exact size replacement.Not all thru hulls are easy access.Charlie
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    Alpha lower unit crack in strange place?

    Thanks for the clarification.I knew it was not the oil cavity .I didnt know about the drain passage though.I typically dig the crap next to the shift shaft out with a screwdriver but will dig deeper next time or get a looong drill bit.Guess I have 2 drains in that lower now.Charlie
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    Alpha lower unit crack in strange place?

    Take a look at pics.This is an alpha drive that I keep as a spare.I have had this for a long time and never noticed since I have several layers of paint on it.I assume empty cavity on inside of the cracked area?? Am I jb welding? Charlie
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    Snap-In Carpet Replacements for 2002 Chaparral 183ss

    Sounds too simple but they are snapincarpet.com Charlie
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    Replacing Lonestar Bow Eye Advice

    On that type of aluminum boat,some of the cleats and hardware were made from soft metals and designed to corrode as a sacrificial anode.Thats probably why the metal eye looks crumbly.Be careful of doing a stainless replacement as the dissimilar metal will affect the aluminum as it is the far...
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    Removing wax marks from gelcoat

    I have done similar at a young age.Have him use a cleaner wax or polish and do a small area and wipe it dry before it cures.Wax on wax off method .So he will actually be waxing off the older recently applied wax.Just be sure to wipe it off immediately.Some waxes can be left on and will still...
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    1999 Regal Commodore 258,26'

    Welcome!!! Regal is an extremely well made boat.I have had 2 and currently have the larger ,older version of yours.Condition report and price play a big part in a decision.Great boat for 2 but a squeeze with kids and if anyone tells you differently,that simply means hey are giving you an opinion...
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    Air conditioning water supply not pumping

    Needing a prime suggests something aint exactly right.Impeller is a good possibility.Also something as simple as an o ring or seal may be needing replacement.Air is entering somewhere for some reason and requiring a prime OR the impeller is not fully intact and cant get things started without...
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    mercruiser lower

    Welcome but NEVER force anything on anywhere!! 1st question,where was your gear shifter ???? Meaning were you in fwd,neutral or rev when attempting to do this??? Lets start there and if you reply you will get more assistance.Charlie
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    Pre-alpha drive -interchangeable?

    Thanks guys.Its only gonna be a spare,hopefully never need to use it.I am told it came off of a Wellcraft Nova with a 390 motor.I am sure those boats never came with anything smaller than a V8.Any easy way to tell the ratio??Thanks again Charlie
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    Pre-alpha drive -interchangeable?

    This is the only photo I have right now.Will take a closer look at it.Charlie
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    Any lasting proven method of painting a prop ??

    Ok thanks guys for trying.I guess there is no actual proven method that works.Nothing like a new prop!! Charlie
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