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    Temp gauge creeping up - IR thermometer not concuring

    Engine: 4.3 GL-P Issue: I dropped the boat in the water for the first time this year. When I was running it in the driveway on the hose, I noticed the temp gauge creeping up higher then I've ever seen it (200+ indicated). I thought it was maybe due to low water flow from the hose (new house...
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    Idle adjustment while on muffs/hose?

    Hey all, While I was dewinterizing the boat yesterday and running the engine I noticed it was idling around 1000-1100 RPM even when up to temp. I diagnosed it as some slack having developed in the throttle cable which is keeping the throttle from returning fully and bumping up against the idle...
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    Toledo Bend Reservoir

    I'm being reassigned to Fort Polk at the end of the year, and must leave my beloved Lake Murray, SC behind :( As much as I love it here, it's time to go. Anyway, looks like my new boating lake will be Toledo Bend on the LA/TX line. I've done some reading on it, and looks like a nice place to...
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    Need help from a pilot understanding airport traffic patterns

    Backstory: I am taking my Part 107 FAA knowledge test this week to get my Remote Pilot certificate - small UAS rating. Question: Sectional chart except provided: I'm confused as to how I can determine the aircraft's position based on the pilot's transmission on CTAF. He states he is...
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    Ignoring user doesn't work

    I've added a user to my ignore list, which in theory should block all his posts from my view. However, it doesn't seem to do anything. Is this a known issue with the forum? His name is spelled correctly, in fact generated by the user list as you type in a name. Not a huge deal as I can always...
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    4.3GL-P dipstick tube retainer oil leak

    2010 VP 4.3GL-P engine, serial: A151168. 102.4 hours I noticed a small amount of oil sheen in the bilge today, floating on top of the tracked in water (from swimming). Upon inspection, I believe it is leaking from what I would call a "banjo bolt" which attaches the oil dipstick tube to the oil...
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    Reggaetronic 2016 - Lake Murray, SC

    Almost time for another (free) floatilla concert on Lake Murray. On August 13, make your way to Spence Island for Reggaetronic 2016. More info and band lineup at: http://reggaetronicsc.com/ or here: http://www.facebook.com/reggaetronicsc/ Note: I am not affiliated with this event except for...
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    Hour meter for small engines

    I bought a go kart buggy for my daughter's upcoming birthday, and have just finished assembling it in secret in my garage... While she was out of the house today, my wife and I took it for a little test spin I'd like to add an hour meter to it. I see two main options; the self powered ones...
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    Drift Jam 2016 - Lake Murray, SC

    Drift Jam 2016 is coming up in less then a month! Located in the cove on the East side of Jim Spence Islands (specifically, the big island), on Lake Murray, SC, Drift Jam is a one of a kind flotilla music festival. I've been attending since 2014 and it is a great time with a huge turnout. Here...
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    Removing ski locker carpet and resurfacing

    Hey all, I have two compartments in the cockpit deck of my boat; a cooler and a "ski locker". I use the quotations because you could never get a waterski in the larger compartment, it's much too small. I use it to store a few plastic boxes holding paper plates, napkins, grill tongs, and things...
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    Volvo SX-A trim sender wiring

    I've been getting some erratic jumping on my trim gauge lately, generally in when in reverse. I took a look at the sensor and wiring today, and it appears the wires have been pinched by the drive. At least one of the three wires has had its insulation torn so the conductor is exposed. What I'm...
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    Washdown pump ideas?

    Re: Washdown pump ideas? I have one of these, works good, in the event your Marina wont let you have something permanently installed. Its a self contained washdown pump from TRAC.
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    Weird impeller orientation (from factory)?

    My boat has been winterized since September of 2012, due to me being deployed all of last year's NY boating season. I just moved down to SC, so I'm looking forward to getting out on Lake Murray within the next month or two. So, I've started doing some of my de-winterization tasks... I decided...
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    Its here! My 2012 Stingray 195CX

    Re: Its here! My 2012 Stingray 195CX Marinco thru-hull power inlet for that charger: Currently in the process of finishing up my all new audio system, using only Rockford Fosgate stuff. A new thread will be in the electronics section (with pictures of course) when its done. For now you can...
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    Its here! My 2012 Stingray 195CX

    Re: Its here! My 2012 Stingray 195CX Hey all, back from Afghanistan and working on the boat again. Too late in the season to take her out, unfortunately (didn't want to have to re-winterize), so the next best thing is adding new parts, right? ;) SeaDek on the bow non-slip area leading to...
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    Amp rack for my Stingray (w/ pictures)

    I'm in the process of installing a new audio system on my boat, consisting of all Rockford Fosgate Marine components. So far I've got the new source unit in, the transom remote, aux-in panel, and some other items. Today I got the last few parts I needed to construct an amp rack under the...
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    Long distance one-way tow; Cover or shrinkwrap?

    I have to move this winter (very late December, or early January timeframe) and that means towing my boat from NY to SC in what could be less then ideal weather. I've been debating whether to buy a trailerable custom-fit cover or have the boat shrinkwrapped before I leave. The boat is currently...
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    Wellcraft Coastal 218 V-6 hard to get up on plane

    Re: Wellcraft Coastal 218 V-6 hard to get up on plane Wellcraft does not show a 218 Coastal with an I/O for 95. That said, it looks like the OB version's minimum HP available was 150 and its max 280; so I can see it potentially struggling with a carbed 4.3L. 3800 RPM @ WOT is way low for...
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    Lake Murray, SC

    Any iboaters boat on Lake Murray? I'm on orders to Columbia, SC, reporting in early 2014. When I found out, of course the first thing I checked out was where I could put my boat in; looks like Lake Murray is that spot. Anyone have information about it to share? I'm coming from what I consider...
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    what makes you stay w/ your lady? - happy stuff!

    Re: what makes you stay w/ your lady? - happy stuff! Married 4 years this July... This makes me stay with her ;) : But, it helps that she's my best friend too.
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