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  1. tpenfield

    496mag no start issue.

    Welcome to iBoats . . . Aren't these hi-tech engines fun ??? :oops: o_O I would remedy the 5v fault even though the manual (?) may indicate that the engine would start. Maybe the engine will crank, but not actually start. Do you have the Rinda scanner or the Rinda Diacom PC Software? Got...
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    Using neoprene foam instead of recovering the seats

    Welcome to iBoats . . . Regarding the Neoprene for seats . . . I've seen neoprene covers for seats . . . mostly an automotive thing made for certain seats. Basically a stretch-to-fit kind of a thing. Not sure how you'd go about re-doing the seats with an adhesive backed neoprene, but let us...
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    Electric panel toilet switch

    It sounds like I have the same system. . . . Water pump goes on at the electrical panel when you are using the boat (pressurizes the water system). Toilet flush switches in the restroom then brings the water to the bowl. Should be no need to turn the water pump on/off after each bathroom...
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    Water in oil, again

    The fact that water has gotten in the oil more than once might be all the test you need . . . :unsure: Cooling system pressure test would be the next thing to test.
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    Electric panel toilet switch

    Sort depends on what type of toilet you have. Did you experiment at all? Is the flush on the toilet electric or manual? Got any pictures of electrical panel and/or toilet ?
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    Happy Thanksgiving

    Happy Thanksgiving everyone 🍽️ 🦃 🏈🍺
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    Fuel Rail assembly 5.0 MPI OW376228

    Greetings and welcome to iBoats. . . Perhaps you can post some actual photos of the engine/intake area to help folks visualize better the issue.
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    Exhaust component inspection due to slight overheating

    It's a little hard to tell from the pictures, but it looks like you have a FULL closed cooling system. (as opposed to a HALF system) Flappers won't matter on overheating. They usually last a couple of years before they are toast. My 'SWAG' is . . . I would be checking the raw water side...
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    Old I/Os = Money Pits?

    I want to be the '7th' person :D
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    Old I/Os = Money Pits?

    Funny thing is that people don't seem to gripe about restoring old cars. You would think the same about restoring old boats. :unsure: I guess restoring old cars is more 'fun' . . . :D
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    looking for info 1984 invader cuddy cabin

    Greetings and welcome to iBoats . . . If you Google "1984 Invader Boat Brochure" some stuff comes up, but not much. Stuff like this . . . . . If you know the specific model, that also helps in the search. Generally there was not a lot of info published for boats 'back in the day'. Maybe...
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    Another crazy car question...

    Temperature rise creates pressure, . . . But I would think there should be pressure relief (somewhere) . . .
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    Glastron SX 175 Gas Smell

    You can use the vent line as the pressure source, but the general idea is to have everything else sealed. Also, it is best to pressure test a tank that is fully emptied. You won't need much more than a bicycle pump to get the 3 psi. If you can get a fume detector, that could help isolate the...
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    Vintage Mercury Cooling Issue

    Yes, it is a wicked pissah :ROFLMAO: Just glad to have the motor back running. (y)
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    Vintage Mercury Cooling Issue

    Update . . . The cooling system test went OK and I assembled the rest of the motor today. Here it is running once again, now with a healthy telltale stream. . . So, (hopefully), I am all set for next season :D Thanks @racerone for your tip on the plastic piece (that melted). That was...
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    Winterizing indoor stored boat.

    I'm late to the party, but here are my comments . . . How important are these processes when the boat is stored like mine is? It's out of the elements, although may occasionally, but briefly hit sub-32 degree temps. The main risk is if you have an extraordinary weather event or pattern...
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    Antifreez

    The -50˚F is a 'pipe burst rating', not a freeze point. A pipe burst rating is when the liquid will freeze to the point of being able to burst a copper pipe. The rating was established by the plumbing industry in the 1930's (+/-). If you read the fine print on the jug and/or documentation on...
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    Quit My Job . . .

    Yes, I could do that . . . next time at HF I'll get some. Probably will need to add a couple more members to the frame at the base to keep it square.
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    Quit My Job . . .

    My project Du Jour was making this rack for the rolls of vinyl. I have a 50 lb. roll of vinyl coming in a few days. Still got to get a few more pipe rods for the heavier rolls. .
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    Advice on transom , stringers and floor rebuild

    Yes, the industrial sewing machines have long life spans. You will probably want to learn to do the maintenance on the machine yourself. Timing of the needle vs. bobbin hook is one of the more critical things to be able to check & adjust. Will this be your first go at upholstery sewing? (not...
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