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    Figuring out my cruiser's water systems.... confused

    I bought a 1988 Cruisers Inc. esprit 3370 that I am doing some work on before launching... getting closer to launch date and still trying to get to know all the "systems". Cruisers doesn't have plumbing diagrams for this boat, so I am on my own - with all of you to help, please! So, I see two...
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    Random act of kindness...helping someone with 470 engine

    OK, I am asking this question trying to help a person I don't even know who posted issues with his/her (I'll go with "her" so I feel even better helping) boat. I exchanged emails and feel she got screwed on a purchase so trying to help out. Condensed story, bought a 1979 Sea Ray 192 (17.5')...
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    Depth finder advice???

    A few years ago I installed a hull-mounted depth finder where the transducer is flush mounted to the inside of the hull (mine is in the rear bilge area). I had read lots about how critical it is to make sure it's mounted with no air/water getting in so I use either epoxy or poly resin (or maybe...
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    How to break in rebuilt big block mercruisers/

    I bought a 1988 Cruiser with twin Mercruiser 454s that were totally rebuilt 3 years ago. Rebuilt block and all new trimmings like carbs, starters, hoses, ignition, etc. The boat sat while various attempts to refurb it were done, in addion to the engine rebuilds. The engines were installed...
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    Getting old waste hoses off fittings?

    I'm running all new sanitation hoses for my toilet and waste tank discharge but I can't get the old ones off the plastic fittings. I think they are 1 1/4" hoses held on by hose clamps to the waste holding tank male fitting and also to a Y-Valve on the discharge side. I loosened the clamps, but...
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    Correct terminology .... "Motor" or "Engine"?

    OK, this has bugged me for a while so let's see what the rest think is the correct term for an engine/motor. I heard some time many years ago that en "engine" creates it's own power (from gas, diesel, etc.) and a "motor" runs off power such as electricity. I have no idea if that's a correct...
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    How to attach teak rail to base aft deck area

    OK, the previous owner installed the rail base(s) around the cockpit and boaught the teak railing pieces - but never installed the wood. So I have the bases installed. How do i attach the teak railing? It's just a rectangular profile, so i figured I'd be screwing in a 90 deg. bracket that fit...
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    Swim Platform install, filling drill holes

    Hi. I am installing a swim platform on my boat and want to make sure no water gets to to the inside of the transom. I also have another boat that may have had some water get into the swim platform thru holes. I plan to drill larger holes (3/4" maybe?) then fill the holes with marine tax or...
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    Need to find latch for hatch (sounds like Doctor Suess!)

    OK, I am going nuts. Simple repair has turned into a 4 hour internet search with no luck. here's the problem.... I bought a 1988 Cruisers 33' express and am getting the "stuff' done on it. It has three hatches to the fore deck which close with a lever type ("L" shaped handle) and two are...
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    Velvet drives : Allignment and testing out of water?

    Hi. I bought a used 1988 cruiser with twin Mercruiser 454's and inline velvet drives/transmissions (72C, 1.91 gear ratio). I was told the current drives are not functioning properly by the current owner prior to purchase, the engines run fine. however, the previous owner never put it in the...
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    What type carpet for cruiser cabin?

    For the sole (I think that's what the floor inside the cabin is called) of a cruiser what type carpet is best to use? I have done the thin carpet for my open bow, but now may be doing a 33' cruiser. Is it still a "marine" carpet? It doesn't need the same UV resistance as outside carpet...
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    Running an inboard out of water - on blocks

    OK, I am considering helping someone sell their 1988 33' cruiser which has been totally updated. He has one new and one rebuilt 454 engines. However, it seems when the mechanic installed them and tested the Velvet drives the drives didn't work. As best he can recall, actually, one didn't work...
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    Cleaning corrosion from plug type connectors

    I have a general and specific question on this so i put it here rather than the trailer forum. Specifically, my trailer plug connections are corroded and causing a "not so good" connection. I need to plug in/out wiggle, etc. I can see the corrosion so i know that's the problem. So, how to...
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    1987 Crusader 350 ci. 270hp w/ V-drive : opinions?

    Hi. looking at a 30' cruiser with twin Crusader 350's 270hp w/V-drive. Assuming properly maintained, how do these hold up over the years compared to a Mercruiser I/O power? Fresh water use only. Searching around, sounds like both would be small block chevy based engines, so maybe pretty...
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    Engines sitting unused for one season?

    Any opinions on 20 year old Twin 350's Alpha one drive that is not put into service for a season (cold climate)? I know if they sit for years you can expect problems, but what about one season .... assuming they were propely winterized, of course.
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    Boat Buying Agent service ideas - help.

    OK, I've been on this and other sites for 3 years now and have been involved in countless discussions on "which boat to buy", etc. I spend way too much time doing this because it's my hobby. Whether others agree or not, i now feel confident I know more than the average boat buyer about what to...
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    Trolling with an express cruiser ???

    Hi, looking at 27-29' express cruiser type boats that will be for cruising and some fishing. need to troll at 1-2 mph and i'm wondering what's required for that in this size boat. This boat will have I/O engine(s), either one big block or maybe twin small blocks - Mercruiser or VP. Here's my...
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    Twin Merc 5.7L need

    I am considering purchasing a very nice mid-90' Formula 27' cruiser. It is being sold by someone I know (not a friend, just some guy i know). The boat is very inexpensive compared to similar boats I see listed AND in absolutely great cosmetic shape - nearly like new. However, one BIG problem...
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    Where to sell 1968 Chris Craft 35' Sea Skiff?

    Hi, posted this in the Chris Craft forum but I know many don't see that one often ..... Helping a friend sell his 1968 Chris Craft Sea Skiff. Twin 327 engines in good running condition. I'm wondering where we should list such a vessel? We're obviously looking for someone who wants something of...
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    Where to sell 1968 Chris Craft 35' Sea Skiff?

    Hi, helping a friend sell his 1968 Chris Craft Sea Skiff. Twin 327 engines in good running condition. I'm wondering where we should list such a vessel? We're obviously looking for someone who wants something of that size and vintage so not really a general boating audiance, right? Any web...
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