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    2018 Suzuki 115A on a 24 ft Lexington Pontoon...what prop size

    Hi all....still looking for some help on this one. I've seen a lot of used 14.25 x 18's and wondering if that size would work and what effects it might have on my performance. Not looking for speed, just that it work well. Thanks!
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    2018 Suzuki 115A on a 24 ft Lexington Pontoon...what prop size

    I have a 2018 Lexington with a 115 suzuki. I want so switch to a stainless prop. I'd like to gain a little top speed, but mostly just for longevity and a good bite in the water. I pull a tube sometimes but speed nor maneuvering with that is a critical factor. With my wife and I on the...
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    2018 Lexington 523 with Suzuki DF 115 that keeps stalling

    A bit of additional information as I've been searching through the boat. The red line appears to go under the boat and come up in the storage compartment connected to some type of EPA filter which vents to the exterior of the pontoon. there are two screw on covers in the rear storage section...
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    2018 Lexington 523 with Suzuki DF 115 that keeps stalling

    bought this pontoon new in 2018. lately it has been stalling about every 100 yards. if I run slow RPMs, it takes longer to stall but pretty much same distance if I power up to near full throttle. still stalls. if I use the primer bulb and give it a couple squeezes, the boat will run fine until...
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    2018 DF 115 Suzuki Stalling

    bought this pontoon new in 2018. lately it has been stalling about every 100 yards. if I run slow RPMs, it takes longer to stall but pretty much same distance if I power up to near full throttle. still stalls. if I use the primer bulb and give it a couple squeezes, the boat will run fine...
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    Gear Lube Leak on Alpha 1 gen 1

    I must have done something wrong. :-( I recently removed the outdrive to replace my impeller for this season. removed outdrive, connected the lower and upper, then installed complete unit. re-filled with fresh gear oil. Now it's leaking from the seam between the upper and lower. What did I...
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    Mercruiser 3.7 Cam Seal Replacement Alternative

    I was browsing for some parts on ebay and came across this Ad. Best I can tell, they are selling plans for an alternative to the impeller off the cam. Anyone seen or researched this before? Wondering if such an option is actually viable. Mercruiser 470 485 488 Any 3 7 Liter Motor Cam Seal...
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    Speedi Sleeve for 3.7 Water Pump Shaft

    I've been doing some searches but can't find anyplace to look up speedi sleeve part numbers that will fit my water pump shaft on my 3.7 Mercruiser. Can someone point me to a place to get them? thanks!
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    3.7 Mercruiser Water Pump Leak

    so, since my old motor decided to make a big crack in the side of it's block, I found a new/used one, but the problem is it has a leak around the water pump housing. all three of the pieces there have been put on with red form-a-gasket over the existing gaskets, so my spidey senses are telling...
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    Mercruiser 3.7 cracked block

    Ok....at this point I'm pretty much heartbroken over this boat. I purchased an 87 Larson DC190 early last year and it turned into a real project to get things going. First step was overheating which I corrected with a head gasket replacement. That, along with an adjustment of the timing (it's...
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    Lower Exhaust Pipe Check for Water Leak

    I was doing some visual inspection on my water leak from my outdrive. As best I can see/feel, there are not any holes in the rubber boots. I realize that's not a definite check, but am trying to get an idea of where my problems are prior to starting to tear it apart. Looking at the gimbal...
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    Trailer SN

    So....just bought my new/old boat from someone in Ohio. Brought back to NC. In Ohio, title for trailer is not required. In NC, it is. Problem is that the VIN on the boat appears to have been hand written on a piece of paper that is sealed in plastic and attached to the frame. That would be...
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    Excellent Floor Repair.....NOT!

    So, I was working on my new-to-me 87 Larson yesterday. After troubleshooting a bad trim solenoid, I decided to pull up some carpet to check out a soft spot that I knew was there. Pics below are of what I found. :facepalm: So....I'm currently debating if I'm going to keep this boat for...
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    My Retreat

    My lakeside Villa..... "Villa Collo Rosa" My lake view from my pier.... My favorite pasttime! :D
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    mercruiser alpha 1 outdrive won't lower

    just finished replacing my starter and battery. Not sure if it is in any way related, but my outdrive will not go down either by the switch on the control, or the trim switch on the dash. I don't think I disturbed any wires. Any input on how to troubleshoot my problem? it's an 87 Larson...
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