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  1. SleekCraft85

    Which of these 3 is best for me?

    My boat is a 21" SleekCraft Diplomat powered by a 260hp volvo penta (optimal rpm range i believe is 4000-4400 as per manual) i normally go out with 4-6 ppl on board and i tend to cruise at around 2200 rpm. i would like a well balanced prop without sacrificing fuel economy, hole shot, or top...
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    AQ260 Wont Start

    ***EDIT ADDED NEW PIC OF ACTUAL STARTER*** Engine (VP 260aq) originally cut out on my 100 ft away from shore upon taking it out. I would start it and it would run and cut out. After 3 more starts in ran fine and I continued to the sand bar. I took it out 2 more times without any issues...
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    Volvo Penta AQ 290 outdrive bilge leak

    My boat has a leak into the bilge while resting so i have ruled out a exhaust/cooling leak. iv tried 3 different new transom drain plugs and the boat is still taking on a significant amount of water while resting (a little over 1gal/hr) luckily i have a float switch and a manual switch with 2...
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    What model is my boat?

    Hi im new to the forums, iv always had jetskis but i wanted something i could take the family and friends out on. I don't care for fishing, I just wanted something fairly quick and fun to mess around with and beach at the sand bar. I just picked up an 85 21' SleekCraft with a Volvo Penta AQ260...
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