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  1. Kracken

    low oil pressure at idle

    Volvo penta 5.0 Gi. The engine has been running fine however when I drop it into neutral. The oil presure drops to 20psi. Normal operation is 40 psi. Oil levels are fine temp is constant at 170. Not sure if I should pull it out of the water and end the (the boating part) of vacation. Thanks.
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    Fire Suppression System

    My boat came with a Fire Suppression System. There are 2 canasters by the transom. I assume the canasters have a limited life (much like a regular fire extinguisher). While they are full now, I will need to replace them at some point. Where can one purchase these? I looked here on iboats...
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    to good to be true?

    This can?t be legitimate. http://nh.craigslist.org/boa/1829456016.html I contacted the seller, have not heard back yet. I don't NEED this but it seems to be a no brainer.
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    SA Bunk Trailer

    I am thinking about purchasing a LoadRite SA Bunk Trailer for a 22 ft performance bow rider. The bunks (2 sets) actually tilt like a roller trailer. Does anybody have experience with these trailers? Is there truly a benefit of having the bunks tilt and does it cause stability problems? Thanks
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    This is a tester

    I am amazed with some of the knowledge possessed by some of the iboat members. I came across this boat and am interested to see if anybody here identify it.
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    Trailer vibration

    I have a new Load-Rite tandem trailer. The last couple of times out I noticed a vibration when I hit about 40 MPH. The vibration lasts for about 20 minutes then goes away completely. Any Ideas?
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    93 Octane? / boaters targeted?

    I was flipping through my Volvo-Penta 5.0Gi owner?s manual and I read this: ?Use gasoline with an octane number of at least 93 (RON) Fuel Injected engines can run on gasoline down to 90 Octane (RON) if 93 octane fuel is not available but some power will be lost. Return to 93 octane as soon as...
  8. Kracken

    Shenanigans

    I have a local marina that claims it will sell a 2010, 22?Sweetwater Tuscany with 90 HP Yamaha brand new for $17,999.00. I don?t really want it but my father in law does. I am hesitant to send him down there for fear he will get ripped off. I think it?s a scam.
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    I know its bad to talk about this but....

    I am starting to think about winter and the end of the boating season. I have always winterized my boat and never had a problem. I got a new boat this year and it has fuel injection, the old one was carborated. I am unsure about the difference in winterization. I am already having nightmares...
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    I think this guy needs a kicker

    I think he needs a kicker.
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    Help, mold/mildew on cushions

    I pulled a stupid human trick. I stored my bow-filler cushions in a wet area. They developed mold/mildew. I cleaned them off with spray-nine. They cleaned up a little bit there is almost a purple colored mold still there. I think the mold might be inside the cushions. Is that possible? Is...
  12. Kracken

    What in the world is this?????

    Any clues out there?
  13. Kracken

    Fountain, Donzi, Pantera, Baja vs. Powerquest

    I am looking for a good speed boat for a second vessel. I came accross this. Price seems good...cheaper (smaller) than a Baja, Fountain, Pantera or Donzi. Any experience or thoughts on Power Quest? Specifications Length Overall (LOA): 22'0"/6.71 m Engine 1999 MERCRUISER 7.4L Horse...
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    Backed into

    A few years ago I had stopped at Dunkin Donuts on the way to the lake. I parked my truck and trailer with 21 foot Four Winns bow rider pretty far from the shop for an easy in and out. When I got the ramp I noticed the prop was dented from behind. Somebody had backed into the stern between my...
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    To good to be true?

    I need a spare rim and tire. I have been quoted 150.00 - 165.00 for: ST205/75D-14" Tire & Galv. Rim Load Range: C (6-ply) Max. Capacity: 1760 lbs. each Overall Diameter: 26.3" Maximum PSI: 50 lbs. Rim Finish: Galvanized, Spoke Pattern, 3-1/8" Center Hole Lug Pattern: 5 Lug on 4.5" Bolt...
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    I am at a loss for words

    I saw this...don't know where to begin.
  17. Kracken

    Doesn't make sense, any ideas?

    I had an older bow rider with an OMC 5 liter HO with SS 19 prop, the boat weighed 2900 lbs dry. It cruised at 28 and topped out at 47. I bought a new (to me) boat this year similar style bow rider. It has a 5.0Gi Volvo-Penta. The boat weighs 400lbs more is ten inches wider and 6 inches...
  18. Kracken

    Double Whammy

    Several times year we travel up to Maine for a weekend on Sebago/Brandy and Long Lake. Last year I believe I witnessed the 2 colossal stupid human tricks within 10 minutes of each other and by 2 separate boaters... The story: There I was, sitting in my aqua chair on the sandbar that sits...
  19. Kracken

    RAMPS Some people you can't help

    My wife and I were at our local ramp last weekend waiting our turn to launch there were a couple before us, giving us plenty of time to get everything ready before we got to the ramp. Once we completed everything, loaded the boat and checked everything 3 times I walked to the ramp just to...
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