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    Craftsman T1000 tractor mower ,blades not engaging

    Thanks,thats kinda what I was thinking but the switch is in a tough spot to get to.I Might have to remove the steering wheel to remove the panel covering it.
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    LED flares??? Coast guard approved??

    Need some new flares and came across LED flares.I have a flare gun in a closed kit for as long as I can remember,12 gage I think ...with a pistol. I have never used a flare,I never go out at night and was wondering if this is a good choice ??
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    Craftsman T1000 tractor mower ,blades not engaging

    I have an older Tractor mower with a kohler motor.Great mower and apparently pretty generic.Everyone seems to have this one.Gave it a bath the other day and now it wont engage the blades to cut.everything else works as it should but when I raise the lever to lock it into the up position,the...
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    Boat plug

    Zackly what I was thinkin!! Charlie
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    1975 351cu 233hp Mercruiser, riser block off plates or not?

    You are referring to exhaust flappers.SSal is talking about something between the manifold and the riser.Charlie
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    Prop hub slipping?

    Does not sound like a spun hub to me or even any slippage at all.It would be happening when under load when you are throttling up.You probably missed a meal and went out alone without fueling up....Thus higher rpms.Charlie
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    Outdrive leaking oil

    Based on the color of your drive lube ,my guess is that your drive is loooong overdue for a service.Charlie
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    Buffing the hull

    Stick with your method as it is tried and true.I dont agree with sanding unless your gelcoat is extremely oxidized.It is amazing what you can do with stages of product and polishing.The people that usually recommend sanding are the same people that have never sanded themselves.Charlie
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    Restoring an old Cruisers Bar Harbor 257

    Dont look for tricks.You have a nice old boat to restore,take your time and do it right.Tips galore here!! ask specific questions in your post and you will get a wealth of knowledge to help you here.Use full strength bleach on the nests and try to keep it just to the nests.Rinse when done. 260...
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    2005 regal commodore 2750 stringer/transom material?

    Regal boats have a lifetime hull warranty.Extremely unlikely it has anything to do with hull.Why does your buddy think it is not coming from bellows or hose???
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    Lost key, can I temporarily bypass ignition switch?

    Ask other boaters,Try other keys in your marina which are also Mercruiser.I guarantee one will work.Been there....done that!! Charlie
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    fuel restriction issue 2000 johnson 150 ocean pro

    Ditto on plugged vent or vent line.Charlie
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    Getting leaf stains off fiberglass.

    Spray with regular old bleach.Wait a minute and rinse well with water.Repeat if necessary.That WILL get rid of leaf residue.Been there....done that!! Though most here will warn you that bleach is the antichrist..Lol ..Gimme a break..Charlie
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    Normal rust on 2011 Mercruiser?

    NOT normal...I have boated in salt water for over 30 years and have never had anywhere near that much rust anywhere on my motors.You need to find out where the water is coming from causing the rust.Charlie
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    Lower unit or shift linkage issue?

    Look on top of the engine where the shift cable has a small barrel and slides into a retainer held in place with a small cotter pin.Look for the cotter pin which holds it into the retainer.Sounds like the cable slid out of the retainer.Charlie
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    Vinyl Seats Bubbling Up

    Absolutely a chemical reaction.I second the bug repellant reply.Had a spot on my newly redone interior years ago and saw it happening so grabbed some baking soda which was in the fridge and applied it to stop the chemical action.Mine turned right into a hole,no bubbling up.Charlie
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    Docking question

    In a situation like you had ,the most important thing is to control your speed to a crawl on approach waaaay before you reach your slip whatever means possible.Eisenglass removed,cabin doors closed etc.Stay as close to your slip side as possible.If you can keep it at a crawl speed with reverse...
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    water leaking under carpet

    Water does not usually come from below.It is more likely running from upwards of your floor and down..get it water vacuumed up and dried out and monitor where it gets wet first because it will spread and seem like a huge leak .Charlie
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    Looking to buy a budget saltwater boat

    Angler is overpriced.Very good boat,fair choice of motors.Proline is also overpriced but its because the newer motor which is a good choice.Good boat and very good motor.Prosports boat is priced well.Generic boat so not the best choice but they usually present well.Yamaha is a great choice of...
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    1990 5.7. 260 Overcooling at idle.

    you may be lacking a restrictor between the riser and manifold.Some gaskets allow for 2 areas of flow to the riser and some have all 4 open.I will bet you have all 4 open.Charlie
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