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  1. CheapboatKev

    Happy Birthday Ezmobee!

    Have a great day!
  2. CheapboatKev

    5.7GL Shutters or not?

    I am posting this for a co-worker. Has a 1999 5.7GL Recently had new risers/manifolds replaced and had shutters from factory (there is the hinge pin still in the bellows) From what I can see in the forum, this is a NLA item and Volvo says to run without em? Thanks for any direction
  3. CheapboatKev

    Beautiful day on the river yesterday

    Just thought Id share a little sunshine :) Took my 14 ftr out for awhile since shes been ignored
  4. CheapboatKev

    Mods..Show us your boat/boats?

    Come on Mods.. Lets see what you guys play with when not keeping us in line..lol
  5. CheapboatKev

    5.7 Merc fuel pump "cool fuel sytem"

    An older gentleman posted a "help" ad on Craigslist. He was asking for help in installing a new fuel pump on a 5.7 Merc SN# OMG0289 with the cool fuel system (?) He is short an arm as he is an amputee and can't install himself. I offered to help him out and install it for free, I'm a sucker for...
  6. CheapboatKev

    Anybody watching Barret Jackson Car auction?

    Breaks my heart, many of these muscle cars I could have had in my youth for CHEAP! Not any more... Just saw a 65 Chevvelle Malibu SS L16 go for 145K :facepalm:
  7. CheapboatKev

    checking in on the Starmada

    Havent been on much the last few weeks..Sitting in LAX for a a few more hours with a connection in Memphis...I see a few new members have drank the Kool-Aid...lol Drink Hearty Mateys!
  8. CheapboatKev

    750# Bluefin sells @ Sushi auction for $396,000

    wow! http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/40921151/ns/world_news-asiapacific
  9. CheapboatKev

    Alternator questions 14.8V output

    Hello guys.. Have a question on my old (1968) 2.5L 4 banger mercruiser alternator. My battery doesnt seem to hold a charge (although fairly new) I had the alternator tested (but at a auto chain) Showed 14.8V output, but didnt have a way to test amperage. Just by the voltage level, can we call...
  10. CheapboatKev

    Vids from today's outing

    Merry Christmas My Brothers in Tin... Been enjoying myself these last few days and wanted to post up some vids of running around. Found my WOT speed today of 33 MPH (into a headwind) and was happy with that... Should be back out tomorrow, since I have dodged MOST of the other half's...
  11. CheapboatKev

    72 rude 6hp zerk fittings

    Hey guys.. My 6 hp rude tiller is somewhat difficult to turn. Guessing it needs to be lubed. I see one zerk fitting on the shaft.. Is that it? Any other advice? Thanks, looking to get out today!
  12. CheapboatKev

    Heading to the water

    Finally have vacation untill next Monday.. Have a few errands to run then heading to the water. With a little luck, the plan is to go out every day till Christmas, alternating between the 14 foot Lonestar and then the bigger Starcraft. It's what I wanted to do on vacation and couldn't think of...
  13. CheapboatKev

    What happenend to the "My Replies"

    Has there been an update to the site? Seems to have a new header screen without the "My Replies" icon to click. I havent been into the scotch either...
  14. CheapboatKev

    On the water yesterday..

    Not bad for December :D But it wouldn't be a CBK post if there wasnt a small glitch...Was just about dark and went to fire her up to go home...Turn key and nothing..not a click, not a sound...I had put my brand new remote jump starter on the boat, whipped it out but battery wasnt dead...Ended up...
  15. CheapboatKev

    Huron & CBK met up

    I had the pleasure of meeting Huron Angler while he was in Orlando with his family! What a cool thing, to finally meet this brother in tin! I encourage any of you that can meet up with your fellow iboaters to do so! I'm the short fat guy...by the way:D
  16. CheapboatKev

    Cayo Costa state park

    Anybody have any info to share that has boated over and camped? Looking to do a camping trip here. Thanks
  17. CheapboatKev

    Florida in November

    Just wanted to share this pic from a couple hours ago, will be back on the water tomorrow too!
  18. CheapboatKev

    Wife laid off

    Well.. The economy has caught up to my house.. Diane's last day is Nov 18th... Really is a terrible time, but when is it a good one? Her severance package will keep things as was for a few months, but 2011 will be a challenge... Thank God for what we have, and realizing what we really dont need..
  19. CheapboatKev

    Pwi

    Just wanted to say HELLO to all my fellow iboater's out there..You all rock, WHY? Simply cuz you were smart enuff to sign up to the best bomb diggity everything boating site on the web! Having a few Coronas while my chicken enchiladas are baking.. So Yep, this is a PWI post! (Posting While...
  20. CheapboatKev

    Its PUMPKIN carving season

    Soooooo...My better half and I try to do cool pumpkins every year.. Here's the first one so far...and SHE did this one, her best yet.. I have been too busy with work to start on mine..
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