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    Question about Sea Doos

    So I ran across two 96 Sea Doos I believe, One is GT and one is GTX I think. One may be a 1997 as well. Anyways neither one runs but I couldn't refuse the deal considering it came with a double trailer in great shape. Does anyone know of a reputable place to buy rebuilt engines? Im thinking...
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    How much does it cost you per boat trip?

    Today I was writing down what I needed in order to have a good fun day of boating, possibly overnight anchor too. After adding up everything I was amazed at how much I spend per trip. Don't forget to factor in... Gas Food Ramp Fee's Tow vehicle gas Bait? Beer/liquor? Cigarettes? Bags of ice...
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    Sluggish out of hole- May need new prop

    I read the thread that details the info I need for a meaningful response but I am missing some answers. But here goes.. My problem is my boat is sluggish out of the hole but great once on plane. Boat is a 1990 Wellcraft Eclipse. 20ft long. Has a 1997 Mercruiser 4.3L Vortec. Approx 200hp. WOT...
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    Top speed doesn't seem right!

    Ok so Im finally able to let the boat go WOT after a proper engine break-in. Last weekend I made it to 37mph, trimmed out. Its a 1990 Wellcraft Eclipse 197 with a Mercruiser 4.3L Vortec and 4brrl Quadrajet. Whats the deal here...does that seem too slow or am I just a speed junkie? The tach reads...
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    Boat will not plane!

    Ok so my boat won't plane...its a 20ft wellcraft eclipse with a brand new rebuilt 4.3L. I know the engine isn't the problem because I had the same issue last year with the older engine. The only time I can get it to plane out is when someone sits on the bow of the boat. Im thinking it is a...
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    What spark plug for 4.3 Vortec?

    What spark plugs are needed for a Mercruiser 4.3 Vortec? My uncle believes it is the Champion MR 43LTS. Just want to make sure before he puts them in tomorrow! Thanks for any info you may provide and have a Happy 4th of July!
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    Subwoofer Install

    Hi everybody...Well I have another project Im about to start working on. I plan on installing two 10" Kenwood subwoofers (marine grade) with an 800watt Kenwood amp. Just wondering if anybody else has installed subs on their boat. Not sure whether to install in the cuddy cabin or towards the...
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    Waterproof Charts

    Im looking to buy a waterproof high quality chart of the upper chesapeake bay. Anybody know a good website to buy from?
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    Check list?

    Does anybody know where to get a checklist that could be used prior to launching? Im hoping to be able to print out something I could run over the first couple times I go out...don't wanna forget anything this year!
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    RapidOMarine Mercruiser 4.3L Vortec

    Just wondering if anybody has dealt with RapidOMarine re-built engines. They are listed on Ebay. Feedback looks good but just want to make sure Im spending my money on something nice. PS not really a boat "problem" but wasn't sure where to post this question.
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    Old 4.3 looking to swap to 4.3 vortec

    I need a new engine for my boat. I currently have the older 4.3...but its no good. Id like to upgrade to the Vortec 4.3 . I know I will need a new intake manifold and water pump. Is there any other things Ill need to buy before I decide to do this swap. Thanks and im new to all of this so bare...
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