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    1996 Mercury 3.3hp outboard - external fuel tank?

    I know these had a built in tank - did they also have a fitting for an external tank? Edit: Found the answer - no external fuel tank fitting.
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    need prop specs - 2001 Maxum 2500SCR

    I have a non-OEM aluminum prop on my boat from the PO. I need to replace it and the marina is having a hard time getting a cross reference from the number stamped on it. Anyone know the original diameter/pitch that would have been used? (boat has 5.0L-EFI with Bravo-II @ 240hp.) Boat is 25' 6' @...
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    replacement nav light lens

    Anyone know of a source for this style lens? I didn't see any manf info on it.
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    What other brands have the sundancer cockpit layout? (25'-27')

    Re: What other brands have the sundancer cockpit layout? (25'-27') I too am a Sundancer fan and was looking at them last year but ended up finding a 2001 Maxum 2500 SCR (25.5') for the right price. Since I wanted to put a portable genny on the swim platform while on the hook I wanted the swim...
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    15HP Eska - access panel - what's it for?

    A buddy of mine recently gave me a 1984 15HP Eska. I don't have a service manual (or much experience wrenching on outboards) and was wondering what the bolt under the access panel shown in the picture is for?
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    Stern nav light / safety flag combo?

    Re: Stern nav light / safety flag combo? The flag would be mounted to a stainless bracket on the transom like the one shown in the pic but not using the back plate. From what I've read a 1W led should be visible for a mile.
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    Stern nav light / safety flag combo?

    So I was looking for a safety flag to mount on the new Zoom transom and ran across these flag / strobe light combos. The lights are available in red or white and can be set to a constant on mode. I was thinking this could serve double duty (white LED) as the stern nav light since the 1 watt LED...
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    attachment point for hoist?

    I just purchased a 10' Zodiac Zoom pvc with plywood floor boards. I want to keep it inflated and hoisted in my garage (without motor) while not in use. The boat is 104# total weight. I plan on adding eye bolts on each side of the transom for the hoisting and possibly pulling little kids in a...
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    Towing a dinghy on plane?

    Re: Towing a dinghy on plane? Thanks Rat / bud / crib. That is one I hadn't thought of and makes sense. If I can talk the Admiral into letting me spend some cash (usually involves her getting some new jewelry, etc.) :rolleyes: I may just pony up and buy these Weaver's. They make a quick release...
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    outboard safety cable

    I'm a soon-to-be inflatable owner. (ordered one online yesterday) I may be towing it at times with a light outboard on it. (3hp 2-stroke / 24#) I would like to rig a safety cable to the outboard. Is there a common practice used? I was thinking of drilling a small hole through the transom and...
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    Towing a dinghy on plane?

    I have a 26' Maxum cruiser and want to get a 9' or 10' dinghy to tow behind it with a towing bridle. I have 2 questions. 1. What is the proper distance between transom and bow of dinghy? 2. Can I get on plane (25-30ish) with a towing configuration or do I need to take it slow? (I boat...
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    Show Yer Boat II

    Re: Show Yer Boat II My 2001 Maxum 2500 SCR
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    Detroit river

    Detroit River boaters - Post a pic of your boat! Detroit River boaters - Post a pic of your boat! Thought I would post a pic of my boat and see if others will follow. This is right after I took delivery end of May I think - Admiral standing next to it. I'm going to try and get some...
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    2003 Yammie XL 700 engine

    I'm a newbie shopping for a PWC and saw a listing for this Yamaha that I'm potentially interested in. Does this have the powervalve engine that has been known to have the problems sucking the valves into the cylinder if you don't put on the aftermarket mods?
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    Detroit river

    Re: Detroit river The cross dike is not far from the bay at all. Just go across the "hole-in-the-wall" and head south. I whipped up a picture for reference. You need to be aware of the US / Canadian border as it runs through the area on a diagonal line. I threw a rough estimate on the drawing...
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    Used boat purchase - what maintenance questions?

    Newbie (soon-to-be) boater looking at small (24'-26') cruisers with I/O power. As many listings have the ubiqitous "Well Maintained" description, what are some specific questions that I can ask relative to expected engine - I/O maintenance procedures that should have been conducted as part of a...
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    OMC King Cobra maintenance costs?

    Looking to get into boating with a small "pocket" cruiser and have found a 1995 Four Winns Vista with the OMC King Cobra outdrive mated to a 350 GM block. I have read other threads in this forum on avoiding OMC (specifically the King Cobra outdrive) if possible. What I would like to know is *IF*...
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