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    Power steering pump question

    I need to replace my power steering pump, and found this one on ebay.<br /><br /> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=4543105996 <br /><br />He doesn't know what kind of engine it came out of, but will say that "it will fit most mercruisers except those with serpentine...
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    Power Steering Pump question

    It appears I have a leak in my power steering pump. The fluid actually leaks out while the boat is sitting in my driveway.<br /><br />My question is, will running the boat with no power steering fluid adversely affect the engine in any way?<br /><br />1995 Merc. 3.0 LX 135HP
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    Torn carpet

    Anyone know the best way to deal with torn carpet in my 1995 Sea Ray bowrider? It seems to spread like cancer!!
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    Cleaning/waxing

    Anyone have an opinion on what the best marine wax is? I am wanting to get my old 1995 Sea Ray 195BR looking spiffy again.
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    Oil Leak

    Engine is 1995 Merc. 3.0 LX 135HP<br /><br />I have been noticing a lot of oil building up in my bilge recently. So much so that I actually lost oil pressure on the last trip out. I have checked the bottom of the oil pan with a mirror and notice no signs of corrosion whatsoever, the sides near...
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    Winterize in Florida?

    I live in Tampa, FL and this is my first winter as a boat owner. I notice all the topics on winterization and am wondering if this is necessary since my boat will see probably 1 or 2 days of freezing weather?
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    CRC Marine Corrosion Inhibiter

    Is this a good product to spray down my hubs, etc. to help prevent corrosion from constantly being dunked in salt water?
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    Ran boat into very shallow water!

    Had my boat out Sunday and I was cruising along at about 25mph when I ventured out of the channel just a TINY bit and WHAM, everything came to a halt. Got boat off sand bar and for the rest of the trip home, lower unit would not trim all the way down. When I got back to the ramp, I was missing...
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    No click, no start when turning key

    After a day out, I came back in to flush my engine, when much to my dismay I couldn't get my engine started. When I turn the key, I get no click, no sounds, no nothing. Tested batteries, both are holding a perfect charge. Starter was just replaced 6 months ago.<br /><br />I looked at the...
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    Engine overheat.. then loud clicking

    My engine overheated last week due to a plugged manifold/riser. While on the water right after the overheat I heard a loud clicking noise coming from what seemed like the pistons.<br /><br />Someone want to give me the really bad news?<br /><br />1995 Merc. 3.0LX I/O
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    Stupid question department

    Just changed the oil for the first time in my 3.0LX 135HP Mercruiser I/O. Is 5 quarts sufficient like in an automobile engine?
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    Name that part!

    Mercruiser 3.0LX with Alpha 1 gen II outdrive.<br /><br />I went to drop the lower unit to replace my water pump after I noticed my engine was running pretty hot. When I took the bolts out, and pulled it down, a couple of pieces fell out that I cannot find a home for. Here is a link to a...
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    Hurricane Charley!

    I am a new boat owner this year in the Tampa area, and am a little nervous about the approaching hurricane! Anyone have any tips on securing my boat during 100+ mph winds? I have a 20' sea ray bowrider that I keep trailered in the parking lot of my apartment complex. Any advice would be...
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    Click... Whirrr... F*()$(#!!!

    OK so I had my boat out tonight, everything running perfectly. Got the boat on the trailer and went to flush out engine, hooked up hose, key in ignition, turn key, I hear a click, hear something whirring back there, but the engine does not crank at all. Bad starter?<br /><br />1995 3.0LX...
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    Strange color on driveway....

    I was flushing my motor after a day out and it was the first time I had flushed it out on a driveway (normally done at the boat ramp). Anyway I noticed it left a bit of a stain on the driveway. Almost looked like the kind of stain you get on a sidewalk that has been sprayed with well water...
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    Timing gear cover replacement

    Recently a mechanic who looked at my boat said I was critical that I get my timing gear cover and push rod cover replaced. My question is, how critical is this? They do appear to be somewhat corroded. They quoted a 3.5 hour job and at $85 an hour I am a little skeptical.<br /><br />1995 3.0LX...
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    Alpha 1 Trim Indicator not working

    I have a Mercruiser 3.0LX 135HP with an Alpha 1. I recently noticed that the trim indicator gauge on my boat is stuck in the "UP" position and will not move no matter what position my outdrive is in.<br /><br />Any ideas?
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    3.0LX 135 Merc. Alternator problem?

    I recently replaced the alternator in my 3.0LX mercruiser I/0. I replaced it because even though I had 2 brand new batteries installed (on a 2-battery switch) after taking it out for a while I heard my depth finder's battery alarm going off and noticed I was only running 10-11 volts. So, after...
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