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    Polarity issue?

    I have a new to me 2010 16' Larsen. As of last weekend it was operating 100%. Last Sunday it appears I left the bilge pump running so yesterday when I went to start it there was nothing happening. I took the battery home to recharge it. I attempted to hook it up today and was easily able...
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    Used Maxum

    Hello. I have had a few boats over the years and know many of the things to ask when buying a used boat. I am considering a 2001 Maxum 185. I have no experience with this brand. Should I be concerned about anything specifically to Maxum? Thanks. Rich Costa
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    Salvage advice needed

    I own a 1996 Sunbird with a dead engine. I have an offer for a bit over $1,000 for it and purchase a newer used boat. Or I can put about $6K for used (2011) engine and get a bit more use out of it. The body of the boat is in great shape. The boat is new to me so I don't have any sense of the...
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    1996 Johnson 88 HP

    Hello, I am coming over from the sailing side of boating, so please excuse me if I don't describe this problem with all the correct terms (feel free to correct). I just bought a 17 Bowrider with a 1996 Johnson 88 HP outboard engine. After a successful demonstration by the previous owner I...
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    Ramps and weights

    HI, I have towed campers before but not boats and can use some advice. I am in the market for a small boat I will be towing with a 2016 Honda Odyssey (3,500 lb capacity). Thinking about ramps (and at that point having nobody else in the van to add weight), can I go right up to the capacity or...
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