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    Surge brake questions.

    I have a tandem axle Eagle trailer with single axle surge brakes. I've been running it around without state safety inspection, since I only live less than a quarter of a mile from the launch. For safety inspection, I need to have brakes on both axles. My question is, do I need a new actuator...
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    Does anyone make such an animal?

    Does anyone make a screen with a built in fan to fit the roof hatch on my cuddy? It would make camping out on the water on a hot humid night a little more comfortable. Should keep us cool, and fairly bug free.
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    Floor options.

    Hi all. I'm looking for recommendations for a floor coating. I would like to remove my cockpit carpet, and replace it with naked feet friendly floor coating that I can paint or roll on. I like the idea of not having carpet, that can stain, trap moisture etc. I have seen some textured floor...
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    Another "is this the right speed?" question

    I have a 1995 Wellcraft Eclipse 210 SCS. Dry weight is 3100#, 50 gal fuel, I am guessing with only me and gear, about 3900-4000#. It has a 250 hp 5.7 mercruiser, 1.50 ratio, 19"p 3 blade aluminum prop. I get 42 Mph @4600. Does this sound right, plus available locally is a 4 blade 23"p that I...
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    Deep Channel hog!

    The other day, the wife and I were heading upstream on the Kiski river, which is a narrow river that feeds in to the Allegheny river about 35 miles north east of Pittsburgh, Pa. The first mile or so is navigable for pleasure boats, and obviously no commercial traffic. Perfect for redneck yacht...
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    LED transom lights

    I know I don't need them, But they look cool, especially when you light up your wake at night. What do you guys think of them? I have seen all different kinds, including ones that replace the drain plug. The drain plug ones, Are probably better suited fo inboard ski or wake boats, or dual...
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    150 black max emergency help requested!

    Ok, The 1987 Merc Black max 150 on my fire dept. pontoon, has a dead short. It blows the 20 amp fuse, near the starter solenoid. Red wire, that goes to pin 8 at the 8 pin connector. The mercury dealer just replaced the switch boxes, stator, and pick up. We need to use the boat tomorrow, and...
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    How much RPM will it handle?

    Kind of a crazy question, but does anyone know if an AQ280 will handle a Small Block Chevy that safely turns 6000rpm? An engine builder friend of mine is trying to convince me to build a motor with him, for my boat. He has built many marine engines, but they were all backed by a mercruiser...
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    Is 42Mph Right?

    I have a 1983 Galaxy 210, 19.5' with a VP AQ225D/280. Original motor and outdrive. 19 pitch stainless prop. It runs great, has equal and good compression across all 8 cyl, newer carb, tuned up end of last year. Pulls skiers right up, and turns about 4000 rpm at WOT. I can only muster 42 mph...
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    Pirranha Props

    Anyone try a Pirranha Prop? I like the idea of only carrying a pouch of spare blades, instead of an entire prop, plus you play with different pitchs for alot less money then a new prop. What is everyones thoughts?
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    Need a reverse lock rod.

    Hello everyone! I have an 1983 VP AQ280 outdrive that keeps lifting up in reverse. On a previous thread I discovered the cause. I am missing the rod that goes from the shift linkage at the rear of the O/D behind the cover, to the locking assembly. I cant seem to find the correct part or...
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    fuel ratio for black max

    Our Fire Department recently purchased a tritoon with an '87 150hp Black Max. The previous owners were concerned about the oil injection failing, so they had it eliminated, and started premixing. The previous owner kept telling me to mix the fuel, 50/50, which I know is wrong. I am assuming...
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    How much HP?

    I know its not a repair question, but, Does anyone know how much horsepower the AQ225D makes? I assumed the model number was the hp, but the insurance man did not show a listing for a 225hp in my Galaxy B/R. :facepalm: Thanks in advance! Josh
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    225d thermostat

    I am replacing the thermostat on my 225d. I looked it up on the volvo penta store, it is shown in the exploded diagram, but in the parts list, there is no part number, or price. I did find one by sierra, p/n 18-3662, but it doesnt look exactly the same. I guess I am kinda picky. I realize...
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    I am Outboard Stupid. Have questions!

    My fire dept. recently purchased a 26ft tritoon, with a 1988 mercury 150hp ob. On the controls, there is a lever on the top, when pulled up, seems to lock the throttle lever. What is the purpose of this lever? Also, I tried to pull out on the throttle lever, to free rev the engine, but it did...
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