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    12 v wiring question

    Okay, I plead ignorance when it comes to 12v systems. Here is the situation:<br /><br />I purchased a solar powered trickle charger which is rated at 18.8 v and 170 mAh. Can I use this on my boat which is a 12 volt system? If not, what can I do to step it down to 12v? <br /><br />Thanks.
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    Teleflex OB temp gauge - Need Code J

    Does anyone know where I can get a code J sender kit for a Teleflex OB temp gauge? I bought the gauge off e-bay and it arrived w/o the kit. I can find places where I can order the sender itself. However, I am looking for the code J kit which includes several brackets for mounting.<br /><br...
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    Aluminum crack

    I have a pontoon boat w/ a crack in an aluminum panel. I would like to repair it to prevent further propagation.<br /><br />I was thinking of using a product such as JB Weld. Does anyone have any recommendations or advice? Do these products work?<br /><br />Also, would marine-tex do the...
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    Leak

    I have a '72 glastron with a few leaks. I'm planning on filling it with water to determine exactly where the leaks are. <br /><br />I would like to color the water to make the leaks easier to identify. Any suggestions on something cheap which will not stain the hull?
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    Johnson service manual

    Can anyone recommend a service manual? I have seen manuals that are so general that they are almost worthless. <br /><br />I have an '89 90hp. Should I go w/ an omc, clymer, seloc, etc?<br /><br />Thanks.<br /><br />BTW, I found a site which sells a "parts list". What exactly is this? Just a...
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    evinrude terminology

    New to evinrudes and have been browsing the boards. Question: What is a crossflow and what is a looper? I have an '89 90hp VRO inline four. What would this be classified as?<br /><br />Thanks.
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    Winterizing questions: Dry gas/oil/lower unit

    Couple of questions w/ regard to winterizing:<br /><br />First off, I have a 1988 Evinrude 90hp 2 stroke.<br /><br />1. I drained the lower unit and found water in the oil. Can I just replace the oil and store it or should I take extra steps due to the water?<br /><br />2. Should I put dry...
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    tilt trim fluid level

    I want to check the fluid level on my 1986 Mercury Classic 50 model 45. I did a search and one poster wrote that the engine should in the up position before checking the level. Another poster wrote the engine should be in the down position.<br /><br />Which is correct?<br /><br />Thanks.<br...
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    windshield crack

    I have a '72 runabout with a cracked plexiglass windshield. How can I repair this damage? I read in the archives that acetone from a hypodermic works well, but I live on the east coast and hypodermics are not easy to come by (legally). Any suggestions? Are there any commercial products out...
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    Stupid newbie question about tires

    I have a trailer rated at 2000 pounds. The tires read "load class B/ 740 lbs." Why are tires rated at 740 lbs sufficient? I was expecting them to be rated at 1000 lbs or 2000 lbs. Is there something I don't know or did the previous owner use insufficient tires?<br /><br />Thanks
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    Mass. Inspection

    Has anyone had their boat inspected in Mass? I don't have a 12 digit HID so they want to inspect. I was just wondering what they look for and what the experience is like.<br /><br />Thanks in advance,<br /><br />-Mark
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    fuel line question

    I have an 86 mercury outboard on a small runabout. I decided it would be good maintenance to replace the fuel tank and hoses since some hoses were starting to crack. Bought a tank and a 3/8 ID fuel line assembly. Tried to install it today and realized I forgot about the oil injector. No...
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    Spark plugs

    Does anyone know of a site where I can look up which spark plugs are required for a particular engine? I am trying to find out which plugs I need for a merc classic 50 model 45. <br /><br />Thanks.
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