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    Required Safety Course

    I've started keeping it in the side boxes. They don't even like it under the seat but visible.
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    Required Safety Course

    I've actually had the waverunner inspected by the coastguard several times too. They're always very happy about the extra equipment I keep on board. Only time I was hassled during an inspection was on my lifevests on the boat. They said they were too old at the time... (they were purchased ~ a...
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    Prop Selection - Bayliner 175

    I see the one speck. Looking again it looks like it may just be noise from the camera. It just caught my eye first go around though.
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    Prop Selection - Bayliner 175

    The #4 plug almost looks like it has signs of detonation on it.
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    Required Safety Course

    Most states recognize other states boating safety certificate. However since the boat is registered in NY I am unsure how that would work. It's fine for a rental. You aren't a resident. So I'd think it's fine still. The only place I had an issue with was Connecticut... doing a little digging...
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    Prop Selection - Bayliner 175

    Depends on the 4 blade and depends on the 3 blade what happens. Similar sized 4 blades will usually need less pitch than a 3 blade. My experience varies after testing a lot of props over the years.
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    Prop Selection - Bayliner 175

    I ran a 19p on my 3.0 in my 19 footer and it did alright. That being said I'd take what it came with and everything else with a grain of salt... the 3.0l isn't a powerhouse by any means but it'll get the job done... now mind you this is a much heavier and larger vessel than yours. Time to plane...
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    Lexus Oil Leaks and Mechanic (Woes)

    Actually not an ecotec, 4th gen high feature V6. But yes, pretty much any vehicle I've had with a solenoid based VVT it typically is a common failure.... I just want to know for sure though. And like... I'm bored. :ROFLMAO:
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    Lexus Oil Leaks and Mechanic (Woes)

    The parts cannon thing is real. A relative went to school for heavy equipment and was a "tech". We have a new F550 at the shop (family business). A few years ago the heat went out one day. His immediate reaction was blend doors, sensors, thermostats etc. Okay... I went over before anyone did...
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    Got Ripped Off

    This must be the one my engineers use at work. Explains why they always claim they're under budget.
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    Alpha outdrive stud came off with nut. Never saw this before???

    That's what happened to me on a used drive I bought. I did the same thing but also cleaned the nut side threads with a chaser and used a new nut.
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    cooking

    I did some home made Salisbury steaks the other night. I too prefer mixing more. With the salt you get that protein extraction and it's more like a sausage. Stays together better too.
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    cooking

    I actually have an air fryer. I don't use it often but it took the place of my counter top toaster oven. Reheat nuggets, french fries, wings etc. It is perfect. I've cooked a couple things in it but it is kind of a niche appliance. My convection oven still gets the most use and if not that I...
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    cooking

    I'm making some general tsos chicken.
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    Fix here, or go all in...

    I gutted mine started to finish in ~6 months. I also re-rigged it as far as controls, wiring, fuel tank and plumbing. At any rate, I still have to upholster the cabin and pull the bow rail and replace the stanchions and reseal the windshield. I also have a leak around the transom that needs...
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    More than 1 way to pick the best prop for a set of conditions.

    I sent Ken my numbers a while back. He flat out told me not to bother changing the prop as I probably wouldn't gain anything. I told him I was willing to pay, and he said don't. I'll gladly reccomend him on that principal alone. I do get a little chine walk at speed but after seeing how little...
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    Conversion from I/O to outboard on Islander.

    My 84 was thinner in the transom for most of the width and was thicker around the keyhole. They used a 1-1/8 inch full width sheet with a 3/8 sheet around the drive. When I rebuilt it I did full width of 2 laminated 3/4 sheets....
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    I/O (Sterndrive) Conversion to Outboards

    Even more so I am pretty sure ABYC is pretty specific what is required of a boarding ladder... I know my 84 doesn't meet those regulations.
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    cooking

    I'm lucky in that I have 2 Asian markets within a half hour of the house. Enoki is so tasty lol. The one even has fresh pork buns.
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