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  1. Tubingluvr

    Alpha One Gear Ratios

    The 4.3 4 barrell and the 5.0 2 barrell require different gear ratios....can anyone tell me why ?.....there is only a 15 hp difference and the same WOT....I don't understand ?
  2. Tubingluvr

    Baja Bow Rail Leaking

    Need some technical advice! I have a 2001 25 outlaw and I think I have water coming down through bow rail bolts. My question can I take the bow rail off without taking the cabin ceiling carpet down? Thanks for any help!
  3. Tubingluvr

    4.3 fuel pump block off

    Anybody know where I can get a fuel pump block off plate for a 4.3? All I can find is for V8 applications.
  4. Tubingluvr

    Which alternator do I need?

    Donor engine (1988 4.3) already had the alternator robbed from it......can anybody tell me which one I need?
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    Construction help wanted

    Ok so the wife wants a Tiki Hut.....would like to build a 10 X 10 with gable 4 hip roof on cement slab This would be a movable structure on cement slab....there would not be full walls....only about 3' high There would be 6X6 posts on the corners and prob 2X8 between the post to carry roof...
  6. Tubingluvr

    My First Obstacle

    Putting a Gen 1 in a boat that did have a gen 2 Alpha one in it. As you can see the location of the top 2 bolts is different. Can anyone tell me the best way to plug and seal these 2 bolt holes?
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    Do all I/O have fuel water seperator?

    Just picked up donor boat for my project boat (I was in need of 4.3 engine and Alpha One Outdrive) The alternator was already stolen from the donor boat and they put an automotive starter on it so I know I need to replace these, but I also noticed there is no fuel/water seperator. Are these...
  8. Tubingluvr

    Boating in Michigan

    Calling all Michigan boaters....we are trying to put together a network of Michigan boaters and possibly schedule a few redezvous throughout the summer in different areas of the state....this is just a way to meet fellow boaters and have a good time doing what we love most.....like us on...
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    Facebook

    Can I post a Facebook page here that is dedicated to boaters in my state? I am trying to put together a network of boaters in my state and possibly schedule a few rendezvous
  10. Tubingluvr

    Gen 2 to Gen 1 transom Assy?

    Is it possible to go from a Gen 2 Alpha one to a Gen 1 Alpha one transom assy? I have a 1996 in need of engine and outdrive and found a donor boat that is a 1988...is this possible? Thanks guys
  11. Tubingluvr

    MY New Tattoo

    What do you think?
  12. Tubingluvr

    Sterdrive Gear Ratio

    How do I figure out what gear ratio I need ....no engine or outdrive in project boat original engine was a 4.3lx which I plan on replacing with same thing....I think my gear ratio should be 1.81 but how do I figure this out for sure. Engine Serial-0F754953 Transom Serial-0F644333
  13. Tubingluvr

    Mercruiser 4.3LX advice needed

    My latest project....1996 Baja 180 Islander...engine and outdrive where already gone when I got it. I have figured out the outdrive was an Alpha I Gen II....plan on an aftermarket outdrive but need to know what gear ratio. But my bigger dilemma is the engine....I need a complete turn key engine...
  14. Tubingluvr

    Alpha I Gen II to Gen I

    Boat currently has no engine or outdrive....bought it that way....checked numbers off Mercruiser transom assy and determined it was a gen II....does it have to be replaced with a Gen II or will a Gen I bolt up?
  15. Tubingluvr

    Need 1996 Baja specs

    Anyone know where I can find specs for a 1996 Baja Islander 180? Looking specifically for max rated hp
  16. Tubingluvr

    Baja islander 180 top speed

    Can anyone tell me the approximate top speed for a 1996 Baja Islander with a 4.3LX(205hp)
  17. Tubingluvr

    Anyone want a project boat?

    Some of you may have already seen my latest project (1996 Baja Islander 180 25th Anniversary edition). Local marine repair shop went out of business and my neighbor ended up with all the boats and the ones that are worth fixing are going very cheap...got mine with trailer for $500 and it needs...
  18. Tubingluvr

    Cockpit cover

    Does anyone know of anywhere I can get a custom snap on cockpit cover for my Islander? Or am I better off just having the local upholstery shop make one ?
  19. Tubingluvr

    Getting closer to the water

    Haven't been on the water last 3 years and it is killing me. Got laid off and had to sell the boat, back to work a few months later but still trying to catch up. The plan was to buy a cheap $3000 bowrider spring of 2012. Then the other day a deal falls in my lap I couldn't turn down. Local...
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    My latest project

    picked up a 25th anniversary edition Baja Islander 180. Needs an engine and outdrive and a good scrubbing and waxing. Picked up boat and trailer for $500
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