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  1. tpenfield

    Adding a windlass to my scout 282

    Typically, you will have large wires running from the battery switch area to the bow. So, if your battery switches are in a different location than your batteries or the helm, look there. The control switch (up/down) wiring may be at the helm, but probably not the main power wiring, as those...
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    Fuel capacity

    Welcome to iBoats . . . You should be able to find the certification label on the fuel tank, which will give the capacity (gallons). Look for a deck plate in the cockpit floor or in a ski locker under the cockpit floor. It should give access to the top of the tank where the sender and...
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    F-150 Transmission Issues (I think? . . . No, I thought )

    It looked like the fluid had been changed, but not sure about the filter. The magnet had no metal shavings just a very fine powder on it. So I assume the pan had been dropped at some point. After having researched the function of the lock-up clutch, I'm thinking it may be the solenoid or...
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    trim tabs or not?

    Low speed 'waggle', which is common with V hulls. Trim tabs will not do anything about the waggle. You'll get used to it and don't over compensate your steering in the meantime.
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    Ambitious fraudster or rare machine

    Mercruiser is Mercury's branding for their sterndrive (I/O) engines. It is a fair assumption that a PO had those stickers lying round and used them on the OB cowl. The older Mercury OB's used a gear on the end of the twist-grip shaft rather than cables.
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    Mercury 9.9 hp.

    A bit more information on the year (vintage, serial #) of the 9.9 would be helpful. Assuming it is a 2-stroke model . . . When running the motor in a bucket , the spent 2-cycle oil will be quite present in the bucket after a bout 10 minutes of run time. Exhaust will come out of the vents on...
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    Learning on a Bravo 3

    Welcome to iBoats . . . What issue are you trying to solve?
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    F-150 Transmission Issues (I think? . . . No, I thought )

    In some quick reading last night about the lockup clutch, there should be a 'signal' valve (solenoid?) and a relay valve that activate the clutch lock-up. I am wondering it the valve(s) are 'oscillating' during times of higher pressure (i.e. acceletating) giving the noise and pulsing sensation...
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    F-150 Transmission Issues (I think? . . . No, I thought )

    Thanks for the replies so far. I will check out the lockup clutch as I was not aware the TC had one. Just wondering if the clutch is disengaging and re-engaging rapidly during acceleration, causing the noise and RPM fluctuation. Not sure how harmful it may be. . . or not. :unsure:
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    F-150 Transmission Issues (I think? . . . No, I thought )

    Yes, I just want to be sure I'm pointing the cash cannon in the right direction. If a new torque converter will fix the issue, then I'll go that route for now. I'm finishing the 'last' upholstery job for the season. I won't be actively soliciting business until the fall '23.
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    F-150 Transmission Issues (I think? . . . No, I thought )

    Greetings, I have posted this topic in an F-150 forum and received some input, but not a whole lot. Since many of us are truck/towing aficionados, I thought to post it here. My truck . . . 2012 Ford F-150 3.5 EcoBoost 4WD w/ 6R80 transmission, 206K miles. I bought it in Nov 2021 for towing...
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    OK to Delay Recommissioning One Year?

    Take care of yourself first. The boat should be fine.
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    Upgrade from small swim platform to large?

    Looks do-able. Your skill will be a primary factor in the success. Focus on the 'flatness' or 'contour' of the transom of your boat vs. the donor boat. You'll need the struts that are underneath and will likely find out if your boat has a wet/rotting transom. The aftermarket transoms are in...
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    Four Winns Color Codes

    Spectrumcolor.com may be the best resource for finding a color match. If I put the parameters in (Four Winns, Grey, 1990) it comes up with 2 colors Charcoal Light Grey You'd have to see if they match though. Another thing to consider is the age of the boat and related fading of the color...
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    I don't know anything about boat but I want one

    I have spent about the same amount on maintenance and operation each year over the past 15+ years . . . $3-5K, depending on my desired improvements or repair needs. This spans the 3 powerboats that I have owned. On some of the boats it was 10-15% of the purchase price/value . . . on the...
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    I don't know anything about boat but I want one

    Freedom Boat Club are all over the place. So, it would probably be a good choice if you go the boat club route. Probably a good thing to do for a year or 2, but you'll have to figure any up-front money to join into your overall boat budget.
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    I don't know anything about boat but I want one

    Welcome to iBoats . . . There are a variety of video resources online, but I don't think you'll find everything in one place. So, look around. +1 on the boater safety course. Do an in-person/live class as it should be more interactive and you can learn from the instructor or other 'boaters'...
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    Maybe my turn for new boat time

    I might have missed something . . . Are there some fix-its needed? Sounds like you may be going through the 'teething pains' of a new boat? :unsure:
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    Maybe my turn for new boat time

    I'd be real careful about touching/changing anything while the boat is new, as there would be warranty implications, even though what you touch may be unrelated to any warranty claim. Lots of exclusions and cause for voiding listed in the warranty section of the OSX owner's manual.
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    Maybe my turn for new boat time

    Looks like the owner's manual (online download) is not much use. Probably your next step is the dealer or if they have a tech support group, similar to Formula's TAG. Also there is a Chappy owner's forum that was/is fairly active.
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