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    Alpha II Trim line not connected to manifold

    I have twin 2001 4.3 Mercruiser with Alpha Gen II outdrive. Last week the port outdrive, after several "up/down" cycles on our trip would no longer go up. The trim motor is whirring. I checked and there was no fluid. Filled it up, ran it, made good sound then whired again. Turns out all the...
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    Both, neither, or one.....

    I have a 2001 Wellcraft Martinique with twin Mercuiser V6s. Engines have always performed well and my last tune up was about 60 hours ago. 3 weeks ago I took the wife, kids and neighbors on a sunset cruise. Both engines fire right up, and we motor out to watch the sunset. Once we get there I...
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    Tachometer lesson learned...

    My 2001 Wellcraft Martinique had a tachometer that started to stick. A firm knock on the gauge would make the dial move. After a few months of this it finally quit moving all together. I checked the engine for a bad connection to no avail. I pulled the tach out and checked the wiring. I had...
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    Maiden voyage to Caladesi Island

    We took our new (to us) 2001 Wellcraft 2800 Martinique from Apollo Beach for a few nights at Caladesi Island (about 55 miles away). Being new to cruisers, I had alot of concerns and unanswered questions. This trip helped shake some things out. I thought I would share some basic things I learned...
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    Fire Suppression Alarm, but no fire....

    I have a 2001 Wellcraft Martinique with the built in fire suppression. Yesterday while taking company from out of town (perfect timing) on a short cruise, the alarm sounded and the engines shut down. After quite a bit of searching I found the dashboard alarm was making the noise and the red...
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    Mercruiser Exhasut manifold set

    I have a 2001 Mercruiser 5.0. Last week the exhaust bellows melted (burned internally). The marina replaced the bellows for a pretty penny and told me the problem is that there is restricted water flow and the starboard side exhasut was overheating. The engine is running well at 170 degrees and...
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    Boat Auction

    I am considering purchasing a 2000 Regal that is at auction. It appears as though it was stored in water for some time due to the hull staining and outdrive corrosion. I would definitely get it inspected prior to purchase, but does anyone have ideas about the issues that could arise from a...
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