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    What is this weird engine sound?

    http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4OhzQcLepgo Thought I would repost this video clip just to get some more input from people. Have gotten a few answers, anywhere from gimbal bearing to impellar to bearing on the accessory drive. Boat makes the noise in neutral, forward and reverse. Doesnt...
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    ran aground

    puttin around at idle speed and ran aground on a real soft bottom. it basically sputtered to a stop and the engine shut off. Got unstuck, started er up and she ran fine for the next half hour back to the dock. Only thing I noticed was an intermittent grumble that seemed like it was coming from...
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    in line fuel filter

    So if Im reading some of the posts correctly, I do not need an inline fuel filter? I couldnt even find one in the engine bay so I dont even know if I have one. I am about to change the water seperator fuel filter, is that the only one I really need? Thanks 5.0mpi merc alpha 1 gen 2
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    Best way to cut fiberglass

    I think this would be the right forum. I want to make my audio speaker holes about an inch wider in diameter just wondering if a dremel would be the best way and what kind of tip or if something else works better. gracias
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    Fin anode

    got an alpha 1 gen 2 merc and im just wondering if I need the fin anode on the lower unit or not. I do have an anode there but its just flat. What is the purpose of the fin?? Not even sure it would fit because it might hit the prop. Thanks
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    Spark plug price

    AC 41-993 spark plug is what calls for my merc 5.0mpi and most every place I have found the price of each plug to be $15-$20. On Summit racing the plug is $6.25. The part number is the same, would there be any difference of whether or not its a car or boat engine?? Thanks
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    Flo-Torque II drive hub

    Took my prop off to grease the shaft and noticed that the drive hub has a bunch of cracks in it. Do I need to change this asap or is it normal wear?? Thanks
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    boat gonna sit for a while

    Hey jst a quick easy question.. boat is gonna be sitting for about three weeks to a month, do I need to do anything with it or just let it sit?? its a merc 5.0mpi with alpha 1 Gen 2. All the fluids are good, weather is nice and it has already been takin out at least 5 times. gas is low should i...
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    what spark plugs

    Hey Just wondering about what kind of spark plugs I need for my merc 5.0 mpi 2003 or where I can find that info. Boat is running like a champ but the outside of the plugs are all rusted, should I change them? No idea how long they have been in there. Thanks a lot
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    a few questions baja outlaw

    Hey everybody just have a few questions... (2003 Baja Outlaw 20 5.0mpi merc alpha 1 gen 2 Didnt do a search because im at work and impatient haha 1.) What can I spray on the outside of my engine and other components in the engine bay to keep from rusting or corroding? 2.) What exactly are...
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    what kind of oil/filter

    Hello all, new to this site, got a 2003 baja outlaw 20 and just had a few questions. First is if you would recommend switching from regular oil to synthetic. Motor has 190 hrs on it and uses regular 25w 40. just wondering if synthetic would benefit me in any way. next question is anybody has a...
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