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    Problems with Windows XP

    I am hoping there is a computer specialist or IT person that can help me with a problem that has started with my computer in the last couple of weeks.<br /><br />I purchased a new computer a few months ago (HP Pentium IV 2.8 Gig /512MB Ram) running Windows XP. I wanted to have a home LAN to...
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    Chevy Avalanche

    I am thinking about a new truck and really like the look of the Avalanche 1500 4 x 4.<br />I know it was Motor Trend 2002 truck of the year but anyone have any real everyday experience with this vehicle?
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    Chevy Avalanche

    I am thinking about a new truck and really like the look of the Avalanche 1500 4 x 4.<br />I know it was Motor Trend 2002 truck of the year but anyone have any real everyday experience with this vehicle?
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    Free Long Distance Calls

    Just discovered some free software by a company called SKYPE.<br /><br />website: http://www.skype.com/ <br /><br /> <br /><br />Enables you to call LD anywhere in the world via the intenet -- for free!<br /><br />Also, download is free -- all you need is to have a headset and/or speakers +...
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    Albatross or Delta Ski Boats

    I grow up in the UK, in the 50’s & 60’s the hot ski boat was an Albatross, all aluminum 2 seater with a Ford side valve with direct drive. I think they made a longer hull that could seat 4 people in two separate cockpits. I think Albatross went out of business in the 60’s and then a very...
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    Another ebay problem

    I have just had my worst experience on e-bay and was hoping to get some advice. Sorry if this goes on a bit!<br />I bid on and won a modem on ebay; I paid for the item immediately via paypal which was the sellers preferred method.<br />After two days my funds were unclaimed and I contacted the...
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    More Smiles

    Check this one if you like smiles, they have something for everyone <br /><br /> http://mysmilies.com/
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    Trailer Requirements in Canad***

    JB gave some great facts in "Boat Questions (not engine questions)" on the requirement for trailer brakes in the different states. I for one was not aware of how different they were, especially my nearest State, New York.<br /> <br />In Canada we have similar rules and yes just like the States...
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    Why Honda?

    I have seen many posts where guys sing the praise of the new Honda 4 strokes as if they are something special. <br />When I was looking at new motors in the spring to power a 22' pontoon I compared the specs and price of the Mercury, Yamaha and Honda mid size motors (40-60hp). On paper the...
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    Yamaha Trim Ram Leak

    For the first time I foolishly stored my 1989 90hp Yamaha tilted up this past winter. I had the boat shrink wrapped but had to trailer it home and can only do that with the motor up.<br /><br />Now one of the trim rams is weeping very slightly and I have had to top up the oil reservoir. The...
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    Setting timing and idle on muffs.

    Following the directions in my manual, I tried to set the timing on my 1988 Yamaha 90 hp.<br />I set the linkages to the approximate positions and then started the motor on the muffs. No matter how I tried I could not get the timing to match up with the specs. (I think it's 5 deg. BTDC, don't...
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    2001 Chevy Suburban - bad transmission

    I have a 2001 Chevy 2500 2 wheel drive Suburban that has never shifted smoothly in to reverse since new. It seems to take a second or more at a complete stop to engage and then when you give it some gas it either slips slightly or goes in with a jolt.<br />I took it back to the dealer at 2500...
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    1988 Yamaha 90 keep or remove oil injection?

    I have been reading lots of posts on the pros and cons of removing the VRO on OMC motors. I did not find any posts on how reliable the Yamaha Oil Injection System is and wondered if anyone has experience with the system.<br /><br />I purchased the boat two seasons ago from a close friend that...
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    Mercury Smartcraft Instruments

    Has anyone purchased Smartcraft gauges with a 4-Stroke EFI motor?<br />For 2002 Mercury claim the 4-Stroke EFI motors are Smartcraft ready. I have been informed this is only partially true as the 30 to 60 hp motors have a limited amount of functions enabled.<br />For the two system gauges...
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    Mercury 40 hp 4-Stroke Big Foot Good or Bad

    I have just purchased a 24 ft pontoon boat and am considering a Merc 40 hp Big foot. Anyone had experiance with this motor or would recommend another manufacture. We are on a small lake and 40 hp is plenty big enough.
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