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    Storage Cover

    Looking for information on boat storage covers. We have kept our boat in dry stack for years, but probably will put it in a wet slip next year. I'm looking for information on storage covers. We will put the boat in a wet slip that is covered and several slips in from the end of the dock. We...
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    Volvo penta hints

    I have always had boats with Merc outdrives, but recently purchased a boat with a Volvo Penta outdrive. I'm wondering if current owners have information or impressions on this engine. One thing I've found I don't appreciate is the lack of a lower unit reservoir I can check. The Merc I...
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    aluminum on spark plug

    A mechanic was checking the compression on my boat's engine and found what he calls a "major mechanical failure". On a spark plug he removed from the engine he showed me aluminum which has soldered itself to the firiing end. He believes their is a hole starting in the #3 piston. I had another...
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    Rack storage vs. wet slips

    We are negotiating to trade our boat in on a new boat. Seems there are a few great deals out there. I'm looking for information on rack storage vs. wet slips. We were always trailer boaters, but trying to decide if we should buy without the trailer and use a dry storage or a wet slip. We...
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    Searay vs. Azure

    I'm considering the purchase of the Azure 270 bow rider or the Searay 240 Sundeck. Any thoughts from owners? I know one is a bow rider and one is a deck boat, but other than that I'm interested in thoughts on your experiences.
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    St Louis Boat Show

    I spent yesterday at the St. Louis Boat Show. I was hoping to look at the Azure 278 bow rider and the Searay 240 Sundeck. Somewhat similar boats, but somewhat different. The Azure dealer did not bring a single Azure boat. They wouldnt tell me why. One salesman mentioned they wanted to show...
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