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    Boating in saltwater

    My plan is to keep it dry stored. I will definitely flush after every use to minimize damage. I'm not familiar with the different types of anodes; I'll do some research. It looks like you've had some experience and really understand how to stay out of trouble.
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    Boating in saltwater

    I have a 2004 Sunesta 252/Mercruiser 350 Mag/Bravo3 that has always been in freshwater. I would like to go to saltwater in the future, permanently. What concerns should I have in terms of maintenance? Flushing after each use? Altering the cooling components, etc.? Rust-proofing tips? I...
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    Replacing Portside Bravo 3 Trim Cylinder

    I tried that, and every other way imaginable, but still no luck. Just wondering if there's some kind of puller out there, that would be effective without damaging the outdrive...
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    Replacing Portside Bravo 3 Trim Cylinder

    I received the trim cylinder, removed the appropriate nuts and washers, and I could not get the trim cylinders loose. They seem to be binding in place. I even tapped on the pin from the opposite side, but no luck. As usual, this is not as straightforward as I thought! Any suggestions???
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    Replacing Portside Bravo 3 Trim Cylinder

    Are there any videos on doing this? Is it fairly straightforward? Are there any areas of caution or pitfalls? Thanks in advance, Dan
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    Bravo 3 trim cylinder leak

    Hello, My Bravo 3 has a hydraulic ram that has finally gone from a very slow leak to complete failure, resulting in the outdrive just dropping down since I parked it yesterday evening. It knew it had a slow leak, and I brought it to the attention of my shop owner, but we thought it could make...
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    1978 Mark Twain 180 V-Sonic

    Hi, S10Sinner, It looks like you have your work cut out for you! Our family had a similar boat; I believe it was a '77 model which was purchased in '78, from the dealer. We thought it was a pretty sweet boat! I had a lot of fun memories! I think about it occasionally; I wish I had more pics...
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    Spider Cracks Repair

    Thanks, Scott, I'll pick up some styrene if I need to do some thinning of the material. I've used the paste as you have described-to fill chips and holes. As for the holes, I've been made aware (after placing the material) that there will be some shrinkage, due to polymerization (I should have...
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    Spider Cracks Repair

    It has the consistency of paste. I didn't know there were different types. ;-/
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    Spider Cracks Repair

    I have viewed videos that iBoats presented, and I've seen the instructor use gelcoat from Spectrum Color that appears to have a thinner consistency than what I got from them. I tried to find them online, but their website doesn't work; no support available. Any ideas??
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    Vessel View installation

    I just purchased a Vessel View for my Chaparral 2004 Sunesta 252 Mag350. I was under the impression from all sources that I researched, that there are either ports or direct plug-in to the engine. I couldn't find anything compatable. Any ideas???
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    Getting heavy scale off of the outdrive

    I'll check into that. Thanks for the tip!
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    Instrument cluster poorly illuminated; tachometer doesn't work...

    Thanks, everyone, for your input! I'll soon be exploring this, and finding solutions/upgrades! :-)) On another note, I'm thinking that finding out why/how my tachometer is not working will be another adventure. ;-/ In the meantime, I've ordered Vessel View Mobile, which allows me to get...
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    Getting heavy scale off of the outdrive

    Dingbat, Just ordered it. Hopefully, it does the trick!
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    Instrument cluster poorly illuminated; tachometer doesn't work...

    Hi, Scott, Thanks for the prompt reply! I thoroughly cleaned all battery connections yesterday, when I was in the engine compartment addressing some other items. I'll be going to the helm next. I'm not looking forward to navigating that maze!!! ;-/
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    Getting heavy scale off of the outdrive

    Hi, Chris, What 'purple stuff' are you referring to??? The rest of it doesn't sound very appealing to me!
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    Instrument cluster poorly illuminated; tachometer doesn't work...

    2004 Chaparral Sunesta 252 Merc 350Max Bravo3 Does anyone know where to start with these problems? I looked under the cluster, but couldn't figure out where to start!!!
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    Getting heavy scale off of the outdrive

    I went to Bass Pro and found Starbrite hull cleaner, which worked on the gelcoat. Although, it wasn't as quick as what was described from Mary Kate. I have a lot of deposit on the outdrive components, but I'm concerned about using anything too caustic (Mary Kate is Hydrochloric Acid 20%) on an...
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