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    Can I lift OMC Sterndrive without Tilt motor?

    My sterndrive died on me the other day. My tilt motor for the drive also died at the same time. It is an OMC "Stringer" model and I'm wondering if I can raise the drive without the motor. I can't trailer it without raising the drive, and I can't repair the drive without trailering. I'm in a real...
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    Lots of Sterndrive Questions...

    I was in a "Poker Run" this weekend and I think my sterndrive blew up about 5 miles off the coast. I had to get towed back by the local Royal Canadian Mounted Police Boston Whaler (quite embarrasing). Anyway...I was moving along at 3200 RPM and about 20 knts for roughly an hour when I heard...
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    Thermostat change in OMC

    I was ou the other evening when my thermostat stuck closed, overheating my engine. I have a 27' Sunray Mirage with a 350 Chev engine with OMC gear. The original thermostat was a 120 degree unit. The new one the dealership gave me is a 160 degree unit. Is this something I should be concerned...
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    My, what a big Dinghy you have!

    I'm looking for a tender for my 27' Sunray powerboat, something I could tow around without any major problems. There are alot of different sizes and types out there and I'm getting alot of conflicting information from different sources. I am currently looking at an Achilles, I believe it is only...
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    Lightning AND Boats....?

    I got caught last night in some bad weather and had to attempt to stay ahead of a lightning storm. I have a 27' Sunray Mirage (powerboat). I got me to wondering if there is a proper method to protect myself and my boat in such a situation, or should I be concerned at all. I know that I am...
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    overcharging batteries

    I posted this question over in engines section but no one seemed to want to tackle it.<br />I just bought a used 1986 Sunray with a V8 motor. The batteries are overcharging. I changed the alternator which only changed the voltage by .9v. The voltage at the batteries was 16.9v before alternator...
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    Overcharging 350

    I have a 350 in my 1986 27' Sunray. I purchased it and noticed that when running the engine each of my two batteries are charging at 17 volts. I spoke with a friend of mine who owns and auto electric shop and he checked my alternator. It was fried. I replaced it. I still get 16 volts at the...
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    fiberglass pulpit...where can I get one?

    I'd like to change the existing teak pulpit on my Sunray Mirage to a fiberglass one. Any ideas where to look? I'd also like to change the existing teak swim platform.Thanks
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    Lorad LDX-600, info?

    Anyone know where I can get an owners manual for this depth sounder?<br />Thanks...
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    Paint Code?

    I'm restoring an '87 Sunray Mirage. I'd like to match the original paint. Is there paint codes for that type of thing. Also, I'd like to match the original stripe kit that was used. Where could I get that information?<br />Thanks...
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    heat exchange or regular flushing?

    I'd like to extend the life of my manifold. I considered a heat exchanger but was told the repair costs for a defective heat exchanger can be worse than that for a bad manifold. Would regular fresh water flushing be my best bet? Also, I saw an inline diverter advertized that introduces fresh...
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    GPS, DGPS what are my options?

    I'm interested in picking up a GPS for my boat. It seems everywhere you look, a company is selling a GPS system. Does anyone have any information or personal experiences of GPS use? I have one for hunting, a little Garmin model, but if the sun isn't splitting the rocks, I can't get a bearing. Is...
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    Sunray Mirage-Info?

    Does anyone know if Sunray is still in existance? Does Sunray have any reputation.....you know, like Bayliner? THanks..
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    BrasD'or Lakes, Cape Breton, N.S, Canada

    All I can say is..1. Beautiful inland Sea.<br /> 2. Amazing fishing, swimming.<br /> 3. Many historical sites.<br /> 4. The people are wonderful.<br /> 5. Accessable from the south<br /> and north.<br />...
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    Sunray Mirage-Any Info?

    I'm looking at an '86 Sunray Mirage (27') for kicking around the lakes in. Does anyone know if Sunray is still in business? I've been searching for information but there doesn't seem to be any websites out there. Any information on the Sunray Mirage or Sunray in general would be appreciated!<br...
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