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    Mercury 2.2 HP serial no. to year conversion

    Mercury 2.2 serial number a811803. I did an internet search, including here @ iboats, and the only chart I could find just shows late 80's 2.2 Mercs. Can someone provide a link or figure out the year of this for me? Thanks, Mike
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    02 Johnson 40hp 2stroke prop help

    Hi, I just picked up a 2002 Johnson 40 HP 2-stroke and it didn?t come with a prop. After looking around this site (and the classic whaler site) most of the morning I have figured out the prop will be approximately 12? in diameter but I haven?t a clue as to what pitch I need to order. From the...
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    Evil Merc MAG MPI 5.7L kills coils!

    Trying to sell my boat. I took 3 guys out for 3 separate sea trials this past week, and all 3 ended the same-blown coils! Needless to say, the boat is still mine.... First sea trial, 3800 rpms no problem, slowed town to 1800 and the engine started skipping and hesitating. Shut it down and...
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    07 Yamaha 15/20 4 stroke-shallow water drive??

    Hi, Anyone got any experience with the new Yamaha 2007 15 or 20 4 stroke, I believe this is the first year for the shared 15/20? I was planning on purchasing one, but the vendor's telling me you only get the shallow water drive with the power trim and tilt option. There's no flip down bracket...
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    2004 Johnson 8 horse no spark and flooding

    Geez, bad enough the big boats down, put the inflatable in yesterday and had to get towed in! I've stored this motor in the corner of my living room for the 2 off season's I've owned it. Looks in great shape, was winterized. Anyways, my question......<br /><br />I did run the motor for about 2...
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    Window Molding

    I'm about to put my new Lexan windows into their frames. These are the lower cabin windows in a 1982 25' Grady White. The frames have a slight curve to them, thus the Lexan choice. Anyways, last night I noticed there's a thin groove in the frames, about 3/32 wide, I'm assuming this is for...
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    Plexiglass or Lexan for forward windows

    I was decided on Lexan, but I spoke with someone yesterday who said to use plexiglass. I'm confused! These are for the forward cuddy windows of a Grady WA (and they have a slight curve). Also, a 2 x 4 sheet of Lexan (McMaster Carr calls it polycarbonate) runs about $60, the same sheet...
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    Teak veneer plywood-seal, epoxy, varnish or???

    Ok the hard part's over. $125 for a sheet of 1/2" marine plywood with the teak veneer on it. Toughest part (besides the $$$) was finding a blemish free sheet. Water stains, fisheyes, scarving, damaged ends, geesh for that kind of money I was expecting perfect!<br /><br />Anyways, this is a...
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    Thru Hull survey/insurance compliancy

    I'm trying to get my 1982 25' Grady insured. I need to pass a survey, so I'm replacing the plastic thru hulls. Problem is, the head discharge is under the bathroom floor, with about 6 or 7 inches of space between the floor and the hull. The only access is from a cabinet under the galley sink...
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    Miami beach members/volunteers?

    Hi, this may not be the appropriate forum, BUT, I'm gonna give it a shot anyways.... <br />Taking my first trip south (Miami Beach) this week to go to the Miami/Patriots game. Guys I'm going down with want to rent a car and go golfing, not me, I'm trying to find a way to get out on the water...
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    2000 350 Mag MPI won’t start…

    Guys, I’ll try and keep it short. <br /><br />Replaced cap, rotor, ign. sensor assy and coil a few months back. Boat ran good, for a half hour, then died. Talked to local marina’s mechanic, he suggested finishing the tune up (plugs and wires) and hooking up a portable fuel supply, which I...
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    Compass lightbulb voltage question

    I just had my Danforth Constelation compass refilled/regasketed, and now the light doesn't work (it used to). I checked the voltage going to it, approximately 4 volts to those bronze/copper contacts it sits on. I assume this should be 12 volts? Can someone tell me the voltage that should be...
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    Polarized Sunglasses w/GPS Screens

    Geez, I know I’m looking into this a bit much but…………….<br /><br />There’s an online review on Yachtingnet, by Chuck Husick, regarding the new Si-Tex ColorMax Wide:<br /> “One small gripe: My polarized sunglasses interfere with the screens readability”<br /><br />There’s another one on the same...
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    Another "Best GPS" question

    Looks like I can buy one this year after all. I recently installed a Raymarine DS600x, and I LOVE the crisp, clear, brilliant display. Oh, and did I mention how viewable it is in the bright sun? Even with my polarized sunglasses on!<br /><br />Now, to the GPS, I need to narrow my list down!<br...
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    Renamed the Grady Wahoo (inboard model) to,,,,,,,

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    Adding Zincs to Bennet Trim Tabs

    Hi, thanks for looking in,<br /><br />I want to add zincs to my Bennet Trim Tabs. They measure 12" x 18" x .078 thick (5/64"). I was at the marine store yesterday looking at the small round rudder type zincs, looks like my options are 1 7/8" dia x 1/4 thick or 2 13/16" x 1/2" thick. The...
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    De-Waxing transom for vinyl lettering

    My new lettering has arrived, time to rename the Grady. Unfortunately, after I got the old name off last month, I used Meguiars #44 on there. Any tips on the unwaxing? To prep for the best vinyl adhesion? Thanks so much.......<br /><br />Happy boating! ;)
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    "Marine Sealant" -high impact polymer to fiberglass

    Hello,<br /><br />I'm installing my new Raymarine fishfinder and have one last obstacle to overcome. The high speed fairing block is all cut and ready to install. It's the blue "plastic like" one they say is "high impact polymer". The directions say use "marine sealant". All the tubes of...
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    Boat Waxing:What Power Tool To Use

    Hi,<br /><br />I'm gonna wax the new/used Grady in a few weeks and just realized I haven't got the right power tool for the job. Any suggestions on buffing/polishing tools to use/buy? Hopefully an affordable one....Thanks.<br /><br />Also, any good sites for waxing/prepping a fiberglass hull...
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