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    Need help fast...trying to fill Alpha I outdrive, wont go??

    I am trying to go boating in a couple days and cannot figure out what is going on. I have an external reservoir with a monitor switch for the outdrive oil. The manual says to fill it thru the reservoir until it comes out the vent. The problem is it will not fill thru the reservoir, it won't even...
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    Need help fast...trying to fill Alpha I outdrive, wont go??

    Hi I am trying to go boating in a couple days and cannot figure out what is going on. I have an external reservoir with a level switch for the outdrive oil. The manual says to fill it thru the reservoir until it comes out the vent. The problem is it will not fill thru the reservoir, it won't...
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    Are Fulton spare tire mounts made in mexico?

    I just received one today and it says in big bold letters Made in Mexico across the side. I don't remember from other pics I have seen where it says Fulton the side not Mexico, just curious about it. Thanks paul
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    Outdrive oil type...Mercruiser vs walmart brand

    Is there any difference between the Walmart brand Gentech and the Mercruiser brand? The price difference is significant, 14.00 vs 3.00. paul
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    Lower unit oil...4.3L V6 Merc I/O

    I was wondering if it is required to change the lower unit oil on a yearly basis? What type goes in it and what is the procedure? Thanks paul
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    Looking for spare tire mount

    This year I am going to have a spare tire along with my trailer. It is an Eagle trailer for my 19' boat. What is a good mount that won't scratch up the paint on the trailer but still hold the tire good? I saw the Fulton on iboats but didn't know if you folks have other options or opinions on...
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    Is a hydrofoil stabilizer worth the money?

    I have a 03 Glastron SX195 with 4.3L I/O. Would one of these stabilizer help at all with fuel mileage while cruising or are they just for take off? Thanks paul
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    Towing w/03 Tacoma...mirror help

    Hi folks, I would like to get your suggestions on being able to see directly behind me while I am towing my boat. I have the factory side view mirrors but they do no extend out enough to see in back. Does anyone know if there are factory replacment mirrors from Toyota that stick out further or...
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    Oil change /filter recommendations

    Once I get the boat out of storage (soon I hope) I am going to change the oil and filter before this years use. Can I use standard motor oil and a filter from NAPA lets say or is it special? I don't have the owners manual so. The engine is a 2003 4.3L I/O mercruiser in a glastron 195SX. Thanks...
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    Who to go with for boat insurance?

    I have a 03 Glastron valued at 12,000 and I am shopping for insurance. Is any one company better than others? How much should I be paying? Can I get a good policy on line or should I look local? Thanks for the help. paul
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    Is it worth $$$ to refurbish or new for spare prop??

    I am debating whether to have my stock prop (alum 14x23) refurbished and used for a spare or just go buy a new one for my spare? I would like to have a spare in the boat with me. Is there anything special about the stock mercruiser prop? My new michigan prop cost me 97.00. Thanks paul
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    Outdrive up or down for indoor storage???

    Hey folks, just wondering about this. I have a 2003 4.3L mercruiser I/O and it will be stored on the trailer in a warehouse. I ask because if I need to store it with the drive down then I cannot remove the battery till I get the boat to the storage place and I also have to jack up the trailer to...
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    Need help to winterize my 4.3L mercruiser I/O

    I have never done this before and my manual I got with the boat is useless regarding winterization. What are the steps involved about draining water, adding antifreeze, running engine while adding the cylinder fogger, removing battery, etc. Thanks This is in a 2003 Glastron. Thanks paul
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    Best Finger lake to go boating??

    Maybe instead of 1000 Islands I will go to one of the finger lakes and spend some time. What do you prefer?? Thanks paul
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    1000 Islands, Clayton, NY area....any ideas?

    I was thinking about taking my 19' boat to this area, maybe Alexandria Bay area. Does anyone have a recommendation for a place to stay that has a dock that I can park the boat at while staying at the place? I was hoping to get something for the girlfriend and I in early Sept. It seemed nice...
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    Why is there soo much play in steering..'03 Glastron?

    This is a 2003 SX-195 (60 hrs) with Teleflex rack power steering (one cable from rack to cylinder) with 14" wheel. I/O 4.3L Mercruiser. With the boat turned off there is a bout the same amount of play in the steering wheel than there is with it running. With someone moving the wheel and me...
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    How does my steering system work

    I have a 2003 SX-195 W/195 HP I/O 4.3L Mercruiser. I'm new to this boat so I do not know allot about it. Can someone explain the workings of the steering system? I do know it has a Teleflex rack with one cable coming out the side of it just from looking underneath the dash but from there to the...
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    Still no MPH gage reading???

    I have the new style pitot tube that is inside the lower unit (Alpha 1) and recently cleaned out the wood shavings from when I ran over a log. Thought I got it cleaned out and I even blew air back thru it. I ran the boat yesterday and no gage reading. What else can I do to get it cleaned out...
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    Chene anchor help

    I am looking at this type anchor which is advertised on this site. My boat is 19 ft glastron. The site lists 3 different wt anchors but no description as to which one is used for what size boat. I just lost a danforth style so I thought I would try these. Overton's list only one size of these...
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    Looking for used Humminbird wide eye C fish finder

    Not sure iof this is the best place to post this but as in the title I am looking to buy a used one of these. Mine just went out so I would like to get the head only to be able to plug back into the existing mount. Thanks
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