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    1987 merc alpha 1 problem

    Have a problem the drive only goes up with the trailer switch, checked the resivior on the back transom says auto trans fluid only and is in the low level how do I add fluid to this unit and what else could be causing this problem? Thanks
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    87 Merc 5.7 gas mileage

    5.7 carberated 260 alpha 1 I/0 what is the baseline on this configuration for mileage. stock prop 24 ft euro cuddy
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    Best IE lakes and why??

    Looking for what people are saying. Take care
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    Catalina trip

    Inland Empire resident live in Redlands going soon looking for some people interested in mooring or camping for a couple of days that have experience with this venture I have a 24 Crusiers Yachts euro cuddy with merc 5.7 thinking of a slow voyage thinking the end of month out of probably San...
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    Is this boat sea worthy...

    Ok girlfriend says no...lol 24' deep V euro cuddy merc 5.7 carberated gas, alpha 1 sterndrive no leaks has new bilge everthing works properly have all emergency requirements vhf and portable, gps, even paid for vessel assist even bought a 2 man raft.... the way I look at it is life is a...
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    How many bilge pumps??

    Have a 24 sport vee euro cuddy ocean minded have a 750 gph stock is this sufficient. Thanks
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    catalina anyone

    last yoyage cancelled, well if weather permits sunday would be nice. anyone interested???
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    Southern Cal Boaters boat trip

    Inland empire resident lives in Redlands looking to take my Cruisers Yachts sport vee 24 to catalina island very soon, looking for fellow boaters who would be interested in a overnight trip would be cool if been there before since my first time. Have a great day give me a call or email if...
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    turn signal and brake lights problems please

    New truck now new problems, running lights and lights work on trailer but the turn signals and brake lights are not working has a standard seven connector. Thanks
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    Any boaters looking to go to Catalina island soon

    new to saltwater want to go in tandeem for saftey reasons.
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    new problem with boat

    Have a 87' crusier that recently had the drive serviced has the alpha 1 and has a merc 5.7 260 recently the boat started to lean towards the starboard side when crusing this boat is 26 ft and my 19ft doesn't do this, the boat does have bennet trim tabs and they seem to be straight and not bent...
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    will I really see a difference with a stainless prop in porformance?

    The cost comparrison is not worth it for my old crusier but maybe a new prop would possibly be worth the money. used mainly for just cruising Thanks:)
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    Any experience Catalina Ca boaters??

    :) Looking to take my boat there for the first time any reccomends to mooring or camping sites?? best launch ramps also things to see on the island looking to stay there for a couple of days. looking for early spring departure any so cal boaters interested Thanks
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    Boating to Catalina Ca

    Hi looking to plan a trip when its warms up, any Iboaters know the ends and outs going there for the first time, did some research but need more information. Thanks
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    electronics for ocean saftey

    Hi new to salt water... want to take the boat to Catalina Island Ca, what electronics should I have? I know a good marine radio, what about chatplotters with gps? First time so just want a safe voyage. Thanks
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    1987 merc 5.7 260 question

    Just changed the oil, and then noticed a old water fuel seperator, how often should these be changed? did not change the gasket and installed it the book said 99% it will leak.... well thanks
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    What size winch do I need

    I have a 24ft crusiers Inc. weighs about 5,000lbs I have a winch on there now that is a steel cabel type forgot the diameter from harbor freight it always binds in the spool want to change it can I go with a standard cord type? and how much weight should I buy. Thanks
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    Merc 5.7 260 tune up time

    Hi Have a 1987 merc 5.7 260 hp that I have owned now a couple of years can't afford marine service at this point so looking to do some minor maintenance myself what in order should be done? motor also has a 2 barrel carb that has been rebulit recently. The drive is a alpha 1 and was completely...
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    Merc 5.7 alpha 1 question

    Well have a 87' the question is my outdrive was worked on last season now boat is alot slower. Have the same prop and nothing has changed, don't hear and different noises or anything else does anyone have any suggestions what is the problem. Thanks
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    merc 5.7 issues

    Just got back from the lake yesterday and the boat only at full throttle went about 22mph at 3400rpm's the boat has a merc 5.7 260 alpha 1 sterndrive, had the drive serviced and has the propper prop and now the boat will not run properly, use to be a 40mph boat, any comments or questions...
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