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    Winterising - 50/50 antifreeze PITA

    After winterising this year I filled the block and manifold with 50/50 antifreeze. Anti corrosion and all that... That gives me protection down to about -15C (5F). Problem is they are forecasting record lows of -20C in parts of Northern Ireland. Possibly not where I am but who wants to take...
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    Carb rebuild to cure hard start

    I'm contemplating winter jobs in my 96 Maxum 1750 w/merc 3.0lx and aplha 1 gen 2. As well as a general service/winterise I'm thinking about rebuilding the carb. During the season the engine ran well, one issue was that it was hard to start when warm. It would start immediately if retstarted...
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    Shift cable - reverse issue??

    Hi all, Since I've had my boat (last nov) it doesn't like going into reverse gear when the engine is trimmed up at all. When fully trimmed down it will go into reverse no probs. As winter is coming and I'll be doing some bits to it should I be changing the shift cable? Could the reverse...
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    Open or closed toe...

    Ok, My LF alpha bindings are a bit worse for wear so i need to replace/upgrade. I'm thinking LF vantage as they have all velcro straps and I like the idea of no laces. Anyways, regardless of which I get I'm wondering if i should be getting open or closed toes. Most models come in both. I'll...
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    Ohlson/Winga 29 and mainsail

    Hey all, My friend is looking for a 30' sail boat. He is going to look at an Ohlson/Winga 29. Does anyone know anything about these boats? He is getting a survey etc, i just thought I'd pick the 'iboat brain' as well! Also, it needs a new mainsail. Any ideas on price? Please forgive my...
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    Kill cord reminder...

    Probably too serious for SHT. Just another reminder why the kill cord is there. http://www.thisisstaffordshire.co.uk/news/FATHER-FIGHTING-LIFE/article-2583315-detail/article.html
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    Drive lube colour?

    Due to a potential leak discussed in a different thread I need to top off my gear lube. When I drained a little off it seemed to have a greenish tint but is very dark in colour. I assumed it was the merc HP stuff. I just bought a bottle of it and it is super green and see through. I 'm now...
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    Leaking lube?? '96 alpha 1 gen 2

    Hey all, Here's my story. Bought boat last November. At the time I checked the drive lube and it contained no water. The monitor was approx half full. The dealer had just changed the bellows before purchase. It has remained at around half full since then. I checked last week after a few...
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    Who needs a big wake? MUST SEE VID!

    I watched this video a few years ago and came across it again today. For all those who are worrying about the size of their wake check out this video of Scott Byerly riding behind a barefoot boat with no tower and limited wake. Def a must see... http://www.wakeboardreport.com/archives/2008/02/
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    Creaking monster tower!!!!

    my monster tower creaks when towing but silent otherwise. i've been on other boats that rattle when moving, towing or not. anyone else experience similar problems? all bolts are tight. it's nice to say that this is my only boat issue (if you could even call it that) at the moment (touch...
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    Irish boaters - any out there????

    I was just thinking... I couldn't be the only person from Ireland registered here. I'd be keen to hear if there are any other members from Ireland who use this great resource. If not I may have to start spreading the word!!! D.
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    Did i dodge a bullet?

    Hello all, Was looking through my phone photos and came across some pics of an engine from a boat I looked at last year. Being new to boats I was very cautious. I walked away from this due to signs of corrosion/rusty water around the engine/riser. What do you think - did I dodge a bullet...
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    Poli-glow and decal advice

    Hi all, Inspired by vegasphotomans recommendation of poliglow I have just bought some online. The plan is to use it to restore the faded dark red/purple gel coat on my '96 maxum 1750. Anyone ever used it and willing to offer advice/share experience? My boats gelcoat has some oxidization...
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    Merc T-Stat replacement? '96 3.0 lx

    hi all, had the boat out last week on our easter break and it ran well. i noticed around the last day that the temp guage died (wouldn't reg above 100). up to this point it ran about 120 which had never bothered me (better cold than hot i reckoned?) but i've read around the forums and...
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    alpha 1 - counter rotation

    Hello all, If my boat wants to pull left does that suggest that my drive is counter/LH rotation (i.e. spins anticlockwise?) Forgive my ignorance! Cheers, D.
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    Replacing navigation light bulbs

    Ok, It's been a while since i've been able to post a stoopid question. Apologies in advance! I need to replace my nav light bulb. I removed the two screws at either side of the unit holding the bulbs expecting it to pop out freely but it does not move and i'm now not sure how to access the...
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    Starting problems - Merc 3.0lx

    Hi all, Last weekend my boat was struggling to start. I assumed it was the battery as it started from a jump and ran fine. New heavy duty battery went in. Today boat started but cut out before heating up. It then refused to start at all, even via a jump. The engine was turning over really...
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    Slight overrev - Merc 3lx w Alpha 1

    Ok, I've now determined my prop to be 14x20p (4 blade). I've read that the max rev on my engine is about 4600. With an average load (3 people, no towing) it revs at around 4800/4900. If this is the case will it do massive damage, i've heard no but would like to double check. Also, can I...
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    Prop Size and Pitch ID

    Hi all, This is stamped on my prop: 48 834854a45 20p Can I assume the pitch is 20? D.
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    Fish finder fault

    Hello all, Another question! I have a fish finder on my recent purchase. It switches on no problem when the boat has been sitting for a while. It will then die minutes after and not switch on again. I'm posting this on the off chance someone will have something for me to check when I get...
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