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    Poly Resin & Cold Temps?

    I have 4 buckets of poly resin stored in my garage. Will temps below freezing hurt it?
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    Merc Alpha 1 exhaust manifolds help needed

    Anyone know a good source for a set of Mercruiser exhaust manifolds and risers?
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    Battery Restoration Help needed

    This battery is from my tow vehicle, 1995 GMC van diesel with dual batteries. I had a loose connection on the upper battery positive terminal. Pictured below. I was thinking of using a dremel tool to clean it up. Is there a better way and or a safer way to do it. I have a respirator. [/URL][/IMG]
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    Merc Alpha 1 exhaust manifolds help needed

    I removed my manifolds from a merc 5.7 with cracked block. How do I test the manifolds? I'm concerned they might have freeze damage as well.
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    Converting OMC Steering & Shift to Alpha One- Help Needed

    I'm restoring a 1988 Chaparral SX 1900.. I also have a 1985 Celebrity 180 as a donor boat. The Chap already has an alpha one drive on it. It has OMC steering and shifter. I want to make the Chap all Mercruiser. Any tips or advice would be greatly appreciated.
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    Arauco Plywood unavailable - Plant destroyed by forest fire - Low cost Alternatives?

    Lowes & Home Depot are out of Arauco plywood. http://www.woodworkingnetwork.com/news/woodworking-industry-news/Forest-Fire-Destroys-Arauco-Plywood-Plant-136658383.html Any suggestions or experience with other plywood products?
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    Installing Alpha drive on new transom - Need Help Please

    I just pulled the OMC engine mount-power steering plate and found this poor attempt by a PO (I would certainly think this is not a factory cut out) to make a drive hole in the transom. It is an Alpha One drive. I was planning on using Frisco's method of drawing a cut out pattern for my...
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    OMC to Merc Alpha One conversion- Help Needed- with Pix

    I'm replacing deck, stringers, and transom in 1988 Chaparral SX 1900. It currently has a alpha one outdrive connected to a 5.7 OMC. I also have a 1985 celebrity 5.7 (cracked block) with alpha one. It's my donor boat. Is it going to be worth it to replace the the OMC parts with all Merc parts...
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    5.7 Engine Removal - Help Needed--With Pix

    I'm removing my Engine Today hopefully. It's a 5.7 OMC attached to a Mercuiser Alpha One. My biggest concern are lift points. I don't want to use a carb plate on my aluminum intake. Suggestions? Please. [/IMG]
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    DIYer VS. Rot - 1988 Chaparral SX 1900 Rebuild - With Pix

    I'm taking on a project that is probably over my head. Second Project Boat: It's a 1988 Chaparral SX 1900 Bowrider. I will be posting pix (and video also ). I have gone through some of the more "expert" threads on this site (FriscoBoater, WoodonGlass, Oops, Archbuilder...)... So, I know who...
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    Do Factory Builders Always Leave Multiple Holes In The Deck?

    I'm Rebuilding a 19' bowrider made by a manufacturer with a reputation of producing top tier quality boats. I'm sawing out the old deck and I'm in disbelief that the holes drilled to pour foam are all open. Just carpet over them to keep water out. Is this industry standard? It's no wonder why I...
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    No reverse, Shift problem ?

    I have 1988 Chapparal with Alpha1 Gen2 outdrive converted from OMC. Engine is 5.7 OMC with OMC shifter. I tied my boat to ramp dock. went to get my tow vehicle and trailer. Started the boat and no reverse. Also no neutral, just forward. Any ideas? Thanks.
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    Whale Wars

    Anybody watch Whale Wars? I would love to launch a prop fouler in front of some of the jerks at my local lake.
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    i know this is kinda early to think of this but....

    i know this is kinda early to think of this but, I have soft spots on my deck, 1988 19' Chaparral bowrider. What should I expect this fall when I pull up the old deck? Replace, stringers, foam, transom?
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    Chaparral 1988 1900 SX Top speed estimates?

    Just bought a 19' Chaparral bowrider with 5.7 litre power. Also Edelbrock carb and intake. I briefly touched on 46 MPH GPS in heavy chop waters. Didn't have enough time to trim it or enough medium choppy water to get a good feel. Any ideas what I should expect?
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    Upholstery foam supplier

    Would like some help with finding a good foam supplier. Thanks for your help.
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    Help Please. Alpha one or Gen 2

    I just purchased an 89 Chaparral 1900SX with a OMC 5.7 and the out drive has been changed to a Mercruiser Alpha. How do I tell if the apha is a gen 2 or alpha one? Thanks
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    OMC Engine Mercruiser Outdrive

    I have an opportunity to purchase a l bowrider OMC 5.7 connected to a Mercruiser outdrive 1.50 ratio. Any thoughts or things I should look out for?
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    New Project boat

    Thinking of buying a new project boat. 20' chaparral 1989 has 5.7 alpha one. Needs interior work and has a soft spot in floor. I can pick this up for $2000.00... any opinions?
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    Merc 5.7 Gave up the Ghost?

    What to do. I have a 1985 5.7 Mercruiser that has a milkshake for oil and needs a new outdrive. Should I replace engine and drive or should I part out? The boat is a 1985 18' Celebrity bowrider. Any opinions?
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