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  1. madurodave

    Why is there a clam shell bracket on my bow

    Please tell me what this clam shell on the bow is for?
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    5.0 Alpha 1, Gen 2, prop pitch is 14.25, 3 blad

    Not too concerened with top speed as I am getting to plane faster. What should I do, get a four blade with what degree?
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    5.0 Alpha 1, Gen 2, Oil capacity issue - Please help

    Ok guys, I am going to try to give some history here instead of these small posts looking for a quick solution. Please read this and think about what my problem could be. I did confirm the dipstick is OEM. Upon arrival to buy the boat, I checked the oil via the dipstick and it was perfect...
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    Another oil question, 5.0 Alpha 1, Gen 2

    I changed the oil last week and pumped out the old oil through the dipstick tube. I am having some issues checking the oil on the water, so today I decided to change the oil again. Instead of using the pump, I used the drain hose under the engine....fed it though the transom drain plug...
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    Pickwick Dam, TN

    We had fun on our new ride Sunday as well. Some action shots. Let me know if your aroudn so we can get together. Dave
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    How do I check the Oil Pressure?

    Please tell me how to check the Oil Pressure. I do NOT trust the gauge! Thanks in advance! Dave
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    5.0 Mercruiser average running temperature and Oil Pressure?

    Still trying to get used to the new to me boat. What is your average running temp and Oil Pressure? Mine sat at 175-180 degrees all weekend, Oil around 40psi. What does yours run?
  8. madurodave

    Free Boat anyone?

    Check out this ad on craigslist. http://memphis.craigslist.org/boa/1291491378.html
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    Checking the oil....what in the heck?

    Ran OOG yesterday....I know, I know...lol Anyway, immediately checked the oil and the dipstick is dry as a bone...no oil. I freaked out and add 2.5 quarts and very concerned as I just changed the oil Friday! Running a 5.0 liter Mercruiser, Alpha 1. I go get some gas with a friend and come...
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    Boating on the Mighty Mississippi

    Hello! I live in Memphis, TN. One of the few perks it the great music scene. There is a nice ampitheater on Mud Island, downtown. I see a lot of boats anchored, listening to the tunes on Old Man River and I really want to give it a shot. It terrifies me to put my little 21' out...
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    Trim up doesn't work, Trailer trip WORKS!

    I have the service manual, have tested the connections and I can't find the problem. I bet you know exactly what's wrong so can you tell me please? Got to be simple (as is was my last "major problem"). lol Thanks in advance. 2000 Capri, Mercruiser 5.0, Alpha 1
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    Tennessee River this Saturday

    We are meeting a couple fellow boaters at the sand bar in Savannah, TN. Cookout and some tubing. Hope you can make it!
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    Can someone point me in the right direction? Fario Voltage Gauge

    I am looking for a voltage gauge for a 2000 Bayliner Capri. Searches coming up short? Do I have to order this gauge from a dealer?
  14. madurodave

    QuickSilver 25W-40 a must?

    I was suprised I couldn't find any 25W-40 in any other brands? What do you use in your 5.0 220HP Mercruiser?
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    New Temperature Sending Unit issues

    Hello. I searched for this issues with no luck. My engine SN is 0L687849, 5.0 220HP. Replaced sender as gauge not working. I verified gauge operational by grounding at the sensor.....and it did peg out. I also verified that I do indeed have the correct sending unit installed. What am I...
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    Hello from Tennessee!

    Hello everyone. My name is Dave and I live in Memphis. I am new boat owner, just having used a 14' Jon boat for the last few years. Ran into a great deal on a 2000 Capri 2052 DX Cuddy w/ 5.0 liter Mercruiser. This boat is clean just having some small issues (that I know about after only 2...
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