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    brake light on trailer not working (LED's)

    I installed some LED lights on the trailer last year. Apparently the brake light is not working on one side. Could this be a wiring problem? Do you think I can repair the problem or would I have to order a replacement? Thank you, Paul
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    just installed navi lights won't turn on.

    1996 Bayliner 2252 Cierra Express, 5.7L, 210 hp, Alpha One Gen II. Hi All, The boat's on the trailer and I just installed new side navi lights. After installing the port side I flipped the switch to test it and it did light up. But after installing the starboard side, neither side will light...
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    Replaced front wheel hubs on Chevy Avalanche

    Was told by 2 different shops that my front left bearing was rough and the right front bearings were loose. There was a very low volume roaring sound that went away after replacement. I suspect this repair was caused by towing/stopping my 6200 lb boat and tandem trailer because the trailer...
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    brake fluid leak from actuator

    I have brake fluid leaking from the actuator. Where could the leak be coming from? Repairable? OR Should i just go ahead and buy a whole new actuator? (about $300) Thanks, Paul
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    Bilge pump test with plug in

    I keep my boat in storage on the trailer at the marina. To get ready for the weekend, one friday afternoon i went to gas it up at a local gas station. Got back to the marina and since the weekend before that the battery seemed a bit weak when i cranked the engine, i decided to do a quick test...
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    Will OMC prop fit on Mercruiser?

    Will an omc prop fit properly on an alpha one gen II outdrive? thanks, Paul
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    Which prop to run to save fuel?

    Michigan Wheel SS 14.5 X 15 pitch 3 blade #03-3002 OR Solas Amita 4 blade aluminum 14.6X 15 pitch wot range 4200 to 4600, 5.7 ltr, 210 hp boat weighs about 5200 lbs. 22 ft express cruiser Bayliner Test results: The MW SS 3 blade 38 mph (gps) 4400 rpm at WOT 28 mph 3500 rpm...
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    What kind of hub on this prop?

    Michigan Prop Stainless Steel,14.5" dia x 15 pitch 03-3002 (part #?) I believe this is an obsolete MW prop. Is this a rubber hub or any kind or break away hub? Thanks, Paul
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    Teen is run over by boat, killed in Lewisville Lake

    http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/localnews/stories/081906dnmetlakedeath.33ce94b.html
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    Trailer tire uneven wear

    I have a tandem trailer and installed new tires summer '05. The lead tire on the right side is totally bald on the inside. The tread appears normal on the outside 2/3 of the tire. There doesn't appear to be any separation--it's just worn down. The other 3 tires appear normal. What would cause...
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    Near SHT

    I anchored close to an island/cliff that the kids like to swim/jump off of. When it came time to pull the anchor, i debated whether or not to start the engine first. I decided to go ahead and pull anchor first so then i wouldn't have to worry about my 4 yr old son messing with the...
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    Which prop to run on Sunday

    Sunday will have 7-9 people on the boat(btw the capacity is 9 or 1500 obs). I've tested two props on my boat with full fuel, me, and an ice chest. I've tested the 2 props below b/c with a quicksilver alum 3 blade 15.25 X 15 it doesn't jump on plane. wot range 4200 to 4600, 5.7 ltr, 210 hp boat...
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    Flo torq II same for alum and stainless?

    I bought a mercury rev 4 prop on ebay. Man is this thing heavy. Does it use the same flo torq II hub kit that i use for the alum prop? OR is there like a heavy duty version of flo torq II?<br />Thanks,<br />Paul
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    Do I need a bigger tow vehicle?

    Tow vehicle: 03 Z66 Chev Avalanche 5.3L 2wd, 3.73 ratio(i think) tow package<br />Boat: Dry weight--4,100 lbs.<br /><br />I towed the boat about 250 miles round trip this past weekend--i probably won't do this more than 2-3 times a year. I drove on I-35 and feel the need to drive at least 65...
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    Yamaha prop on an Alpha One Gen II ?

    Prop: 4 BLADE STAINLESS STEEL SOLAS <br /> SIZE (Y)E4X141/2 X 15<br />outdrive: alpha one gen ii<br /><br />This prop actually runs pretty well on my boat--i only ran it once and then took it off.<br />A local boat dealer said it was ok to just use the thrust washer from my flo-torq II...
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