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  1. tahoejag

    Alpha Drive Prop Play Question

    While in neutral I have a very slight ratcheting turning clockwise, hence was suggested to adjust cable and/or replace. Okay...got that part. This is where the experts come in....when I pull out (toward the rear/aft) and turn prop at the same time, the ratcheting disappears. I did/do notice...
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    Spectrum Gel Coat Color Question

    Boat is 2006 Tahoe (Onyx) was going to order gel coat repair until I seen the diff color options avail for my boat specific. I do not know the diff btwn Off white color - Off white ASH color - Off white primer color, and also a HK LVOC color. I see that the Onyx color I need is pretty straight...
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    All this Time....Dif Pitch than Thought...

    Few years back ran merc black max 14.21p as oem. Log caught an ear and prop became toast. Picked up used prop, local dlr says its a MW prop and would fit my alpha...says thought is was 21p. Legible stamps on prop only referenced repair #s. One # stamped in the hub could not be cross ref to...
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    Marine vs Auto Engine Application Question

    I bring this to the forum. In general there is a diff in a marine and auto engine, and thats as far as I know. Talking the other day, I was asked "what exactly is the diff"? I guess I was unable to come up with good enuff specific answer, ie. the cam and rods...maybe??? He insisted that...
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    Blue Drain Plug Broken Off Underway

    I was losing power off of mid throttle cruising speed, also engine would bog down when throttling up. The boat had been running aprx 20 min at no wake speed and another 15 min at cruise speed fine before this happened. First reaction...what the hell..., stopped boat then noticed the blue drain...
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    Instrument Gauges Fogged Up

    Half of my gauges are fogged, the other ones are fine. They lenses are not scratched or hazed, just fogged up (I assume from condensation). Only in hot or dry weather do they clear up. I've heard that the gauges are sealed and once this happens, they need to be replaced??? Or is there a way...
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    Mercruiser Oil Question

    My 4.3l calls for 25w40 also I've read that Merc has updated to 20w40 syn as recommended oil with other alternatives as 20w40 or 20w50. Came across 20w50 in store but was labeled as Heavy Duty Oil and/or for Diesel engines. Would this oil be okay or is it specifically made for diesel engines...
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    Re - using an impeller

    To the forum...btw, don't blame me - I was put up to this (to post this thread). Fellow boater was servicing water pump. We both noticed that the impeller had no signs of wear on it and looked new (3rd season). The impeller had a slight curve set to it as expected though. I even was quite...
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    Mercruiser Sealed or Greasable Bearings/U-joints

    Have read on the forum that Merc has recently gone to sealed bearings and UJ's. I'm replacing gimbal brg and UJ's b 4 spring. Currently I have greasable gimbal brg and perma lube uj's. Some have went to greasable fittings/brgs over permalube ones and/or added grease zerks. Is one better than...
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    Exhaust Riser/Elbow Gasket Question

    What is the location for the restricting hole on the elbow gasket? Is it bow or aft? According to the mercruiser parts look up, it appears to be aft and the freeflow toward the bow, and exhaust bends or lips on the metal part of gasket are facing up. However...(a big however) I noticed that on...
  11. tahoejag

    ANYONE'S Help on Identifying Prop - Re Post

    Looked everywhere on the net, etc. an cannot seem to find what size prop this is, # on hub is 130205 (also two additional #'s on hub are D115 and 381A which may b reconditioned #'s?) 3 blade alum with pressed in hub. Appreciate anyone's feedback!
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    Engine Compartment / Bilge Area Question - Edited w/pics

    Have noticed some cracks in the engine compartment/bilge area (I would assume from stress/fatique cracks) (mostly in the corners of where it meets the transom). Also in the stowage area for skis there are a few pieces/chunks missing or looks like it just peeled away from what it looks to be the...
  13. tahoejag

    Engine Coupler Overheat ?

    After reading several posts, what or why does the engine overheat when the coupler goes bad? Would not the spline/shaft just free spin? :confused:
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    OEM or AFTERMARKET TUNE-UP ???

    Gonna throw this out to the forum....Whats everyones take on buying/using OEM and/or aftmkt such tune-up parts; i.e. plugs, wires, filters, or for that matter, gimbal brgs, bellows, gaskets? The other day was debating w friends, some said if you are going to replace such parts every year - you...
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    Mercruiser audio warning alarm ?

    The present buzzer that warns for hi temp, low oil pres and low gear lube is VERY loud. Don't know the db rating of the current one. I have seen buzzers at radio shack (different types, rating, etc.). Being a electronic item...cannot test before you buy... :( Has anyone changed theirs out...
  16. tahoejag

    Quicksilver or Mercury Prop ?

    Quicksilver is an aftermarket prop of Mercury. What are the differences in the two (besides price), any performance diff? I was looking to purchase the Mercury Alpha 4 (14x20 4 blade alum), but found the Quicksilver Diamond 4 (same prop as the Alpha 4) to be less expensive. The only noticable...
  17. tahoejag

    06 Q6 S/F Boat Material ?

    Realizing this is restoration ?; however being "boat specific" I posted here. Wanting to repair/restore the black (onyx) stripe on the side of the deck above the hull. It has several scratches and faded. My question...is this stripe gelcoat or is it painted on? In other words would I use...
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    What Kind of Prop?....Limited #s On It

    Had a prop dropped off. 3 blade alum....believe to b 14 1/4 dia. it is vented and has a hub. The only identifyable #'s on it are on the barrel of prop and they are 381A also D115. There is another # that is very hard to make out...it could be 30205 or 130205 or 130206...again, these are...
  19. tahoejag

    Poor FM Radio Reception...Any Sugg ?

    Poor fm radio reception with your stnd am/fm cd jensen marine radio with stnd antenna. Any pointers/gadgets on how to get stronger signal? Thanks.... John
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    Test For Leak on Trolling Motor

    Minn Kota 80# motor, had to replace brushes once due to water intrusion - which I was totally unaware of. I took the motor in before the warranty ran out to have it totally looked over and thats when it was discovered; which the warranty took care of.....Now, no more warranty and struck an...
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