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  1. jlinder

    OMC-GM exhaust manifold

    I have a 1988 GM engine 5.0L / OMC Cobra. I have noticed a little bit of water dripping from around the bottom of the exhaust manifold. Not much, but enough to be worrysome, but I want to be proactive.<br /><br />I guess it could be gaskets, or it could be the manifold starting to rust out...
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    ASPQ - Another Stupid Prop Question

    Looking for reccomendations on a prop - mine is getting dinged up and it is time for a replacement.<br /><br />SPECS: 1988 Chapparal 198XL w/ 5.0L GM engine<br />Current Prop: 14.5 x 19 Michigan Wheel, aluminum, model 011008<br />Book WOT: 4200 - 4600<br />Current WOT: 3900<br /><br />I figure...
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    Pulling a drive

    I have an OMC Cobra drive (from 1988). I have read about pulling the drive for routing mainenance, but in the past have been a little aprehensive about this not knowing if there was anything weird or tricky about getting it back on.<br /><br />It has turned out that in the past I needed work...
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    Pulling a drive

    I have an OMC Cobra drive (from 1988). I have read about pulling the drive for routing mainenance, but in the past have been a little aprehensive about this not knowing if there was anything weird or tricky about getting it back on.<br /><br />It has turned out that in the past I needed work...
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    Part of skeg missing

    Came back from boating and noticed that the tail end of my skeg looks like it has broken off. Instead of a nice rounded end to it it looks like I am missing the last 1-2 inches. Don't know how it happened or when it happened.<br /><br />Any advice on what to do? Grind it smooth, get someone...
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    OMC sterndrive - oil

    Checked my sterdrive fluid level (first run of summer) and it dawned on me that if it needed topped off I did not have anything to do it with.<br /><br />Went to buy fluid and got confused. Only fluid I found says not to mix it with different brands. Problem is that I don't know the brand of...
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    Bleeding brakes

    OK, need some help.<br /><br />I have a 4 Winds trailer. Surge brakes. I need to bleed the brakes.<br /><br />Problem - everything I read talks about pumping the brakes by inserting a screwdriver in a slot on the top that allows you to pump the brakes.<br /><br />Problem - my setup has no such...
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    Repacking wheel bearings

    Went to repack my bearings for the first time (have not had this trailer long) and have some questions<br /><br />1. I have something that looks like a bearing buddy but is labeled "Accu-lube". Can anyone ID this? Rubber cap on the top, pulled it and found a lot of grease. A little wiping...
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    Boat Cover Reccomendations

    Looking for a new boat cover. Any suggestions on brand, type (custom vs. off the rack), etc.<br /><br />FYI - boat is a 1988 Chaparral model 198 XL - 19' 6" bow rider - w/ sterndrive.
  10. jlinder

    Synthetic Oil - Opinions please

    It's that time to winterize the boat. Going through all the steps, including changing the oil. Engine is a 1988 5.0L GM engine. Has always had standard oil as used by a marine shop (they changed the oil in the past).<br /><br />I love the synthetics. Use them in my cars and swear by them...
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    Redoing seats - what should I use?

    I am redoing the seats in my boat. They are 16 years old, cracked, stained, etc.<br /><br />What should I use for the covering? Any good sources for some durable vinyl?<br /><br />Suggestions, books, tips. All are appreciated.
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    Towing with an Isuzu Trooper

    I have an Isuzu Trooper and wondered if anyone else has any experience towing with this vehicle.<br /><br />Specs: <br /> Trooper: Manufacturer rated for 5000 lbs towing, 3.5L-215HP engine, 2WD, hitch rated for 5000 lbs.<br /> Boat/Trailer: 19' bowrider, about 4000 lbs (Boat - 2650 lbs...
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    Bad gas gauge

    A full tank reads 1/4 to 1/2 full, and quickly goes down from there as I burn fuel. I will check the voltage on the gauge, but I suspect the problem is in the sender.<br /><br />Are there any common problems I should look for, or basic repair tips anyone can share?
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    Wiring, wire size, and current capacity

    I would like to get some opinions on this. I am doing maintenance/upgrades on my boat, some of which is electrical. I have been trying to study up on all the marine standards in order to avoid mistakes. I have found tons of rules and standards for safety, and most of the new ones for me...
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