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    What is the correct name for this breaker?

    I may have to replace this...whats it called? Everything fine when winterized.Now my Yamaha OX66 on my Grady starts and tilts fine but nothing else is working.Is this a main breaker?? Resettable or replace?? Puzzled . Charlie
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    OEM Yamaha aerosol paint code for 2000 0x66

    I purchased what is supposed to be OEM color Yamalube 08D "Dark Bluish Gray" It is surely NOT an exact color match.I dont know where the "bluish" part comes in because the motor is graphite gray..I see 2 colors available 08D and 04D .Anyone know the correct code?? my motor is a year 2000...
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    Weathered Werner fiberglass ladder delaminating

    Not sure if thats what it is called but my 8 footer lost its smooth gelcoatlike finish and I can't use the ladder without wearing gloves.Fiberglass splinters in my hands.without making a project out of it would spray painting it be good enough coating ?? anyone try this? Charlie
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    How to run twin 5.0s from portable outboard tanks

    Hi Guys!! I am needing some experienced advice.hopefully someone has done this before. Both fuel tanks developed leaks on my Regal 280 1988. WAAAAAAY to big of a job to replace .I want to drain tanks and run from an outboard tank. My boat just needs to idle to my marina where it sits until it...
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    Anyone have any experience selling items on Vinted?

    Have been donating tons of clothing, many with tags, trying to see if I can make some gas money for the boat buy selling some. By the way, 99.9% of items belong to wifey. Charlie
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    Alpha waterpump housing possible cause of no cooling water flow?

    1988 5.0 rwc Mercruiser with Alpha one drive.Last spring, Did a waterpump service.Ran at idle at home temp was fine.Launched and idle speed to slip 10 mins running ,temp fine. Next start up Ran at idle in slip a week later and temp spiked.Checked water flow and nothing.Took home and ran on...
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    Another job for JB weld???

    This drive has been in my garage for a few years as a spare.I moved it today and saw the crack. This drive was serviced and painted ,ready to go so when I ran my finger over the crack and paint came off it leads me to believe it was leaking something.If I remember correctly this area is a cavity...
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    Sewing machine for canvas,Which brand??

    My wife has a basic Singer machine and wants something better with the ability to sew some cavas or eisenglass. Without breaking the bank, what machine are you folks using for these purposes? Thanks Charlie
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    Cotter pin for Prop...Any one will do??

    Gonna need a new cotter pin for my Yamaha outboard. I have a Tractor supply store right down the block. A matching size cotter pin should work..?? Btw,I dropped my pin somewhere and figured I would find it with a magnet...NOPE ,it's not magnetic .Usually means it is stainless..?? Charlie
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    Pink Super Tech (Walmart) -50 RV and Marine ok for engine?? I always thought NO...??

    I have recently seen videos of dudes winterizing Mercruiser engines using what I have ONLY used on my water systems.Pink -50 Super Tech Marine and RV antifreeze. I thought I remembered this being a BIG no on engines. Dont remember exactly why.Charlie
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    Gas Pressure washer "turn off" instructions incorrect??

    I bought a Westinghouse pressure washer.Pretty happy with it so far though a little more power would be nice.Bought the larger engine model 212 cid. The instructions for turning off seem to be in the wrong order.Manual states step 1 turn off power switch, step 2 turn off fuel, step 3 turn off...
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    Does Yamaha flush port/hose, flush 100% of motor?

    2000 200hp saltwater series ox66 2 stroke.I am one to ALWAYS put on muffs and let it run till fully flushed.what % of the motor gets flushed using the flush port only?? Charlie
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    Home breaker Box panel question .see pic

    Take a look at the green breakers.Im not familiar with breakers at all.They look like double breakers and there is a metal piece that works the 2 outside breakers together..?? I am asking because one of the breakers was acting like it was trying to trip and I think the metal clip was stopping...
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    Gonna need to pull my Alpha outdrive, no water flow.Thinking its clogged

    Im transported home for the season.Twin 5.0 mercruisers with alpha one drives 1988. Serviced water pump on stbd drive preseason.Only put a few hours this season with no issues with cooling so I am sure water pump service went well. My slip is muddy at low tide and after idling with drives 3/4...
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    Aftermarket Mercruiser parts, What are you using???

    Trying to avoid cheap China parts.Need 2 Transom kits for Alpha drives.(bellows, intake hose, gimbal bearing etc) China kits average $50 per kit. Sierra average $200 per kit, Quicksilver oem closer to 3-$400 per kit. What are you guys using?? Not a job that I trust to myself since I have never...
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    Older Ryobi 18v drill battery

    anyone have the older style model P270 blue and bulldozer yellow 18v drill with nicad P100 battery?? The ones that Home Depot and Lowes put right out front on display for Christmas presents or black fri sales. I have one that I dont use all that much so the battery is usually dead.Time to...
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    What Brand of Brake pads are best quality? What do you guys use for quality?

    Looking to do front brakes on my 2020 Grand Cherokee Laredo_Only 22k miles but I want to change pads as PM. Want to get Mopar but pricing is $100+ more than other quality brands.They can't be worth the difference in price? I see what I consider top quality brands such as Bosch,Bendix,Wagner,Max...
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    Unusual Bilge pump power issue

    Had a bilge pump crap out so I got a Rule 1500 and a 2000 to replace it.Hooked the 1500 up exactly the way old one was (only 2 wires) and the pump was acting like it only had 1/2 power going to it.The battery was nearby so I touched the pump wires to that and big difference ,it was full power.I...
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    How Dumb can a dude be????

    So I am on Craigs list and a guy has some old bags old blacktop for sale cheap.I figured I would buy 4-6 bags from him. So he wants to put the bags in his truck and do a meetup approx 15 -20 mins away from where he is.I asked him what his location was and it turns out that he is less than 10...
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    Mercruiser trim pump sounds higher pitch than usual

    1988 Mercruisers with alpha drives.!st try upon commissioning got a click or 2 then operated normally without anymore clicking and up and down worked ok but maybe a little slower.My concern is a slightly higher pitch upon up trimming.Gonna check trim fluid level.Felt around fittings with brown...
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