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  1. tpenfield

    OMG - I got an oversized load permit !!!

    The boat is coming out Tuesday AM . . . I just bought a Rohent back-up camera system (wired power and wireless link). It works off the 12 volt outlet(s) and is supposed to have a range of over 200 ft. (camera to display distance) I should be able to put the camera either on the truck roof...
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    Fix gel coat or use keel guard

    If I were me, I'd fix the gelcoat AND place a keel guard there.
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    2001 Searay 210SD- Rear spay hose assy replacement

    Greetings . . . Based on what little info the 201 210 SD manual has, it looks like the fitting for the transom shower may be tucked way up in the swim platform cavity near the rub rail. Follow the plumbing that leads from the water pressure pump to where the fitting is located.
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    Performance issue

    Well, to start the boat is under powered. You probably would have noticed that on the sea trial. I'm not sure why manufacturers under power their boats (at the base model), but they do. - Saves a few $$$ on the selling price, I suppose. The dry weight of the boat is spec'd at 6,000 lbs. and...
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    91 Four Winns 285 express winterizing question

    Not the best approach, since the AF will probably come out the exhaust long before the concentration of AF in the engine block has reached a sufficient level. (it is not a sequential flow through the engine) If you do run AF, then drain the block, recirc. pump and exhaust manifolds afterwards.
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    Polyester resin peanut butter

    Wax is only for the top layer of fiberglassing (or gelcoat)
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    Compression Test Readings

    Generally 060 over is the second rebuild. Maybe this engine is ready to 'retire'
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    Compression Test Readings

    OK . . . a hydrolock can stretch the head bolts, which may act like a blown head gasket.
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    Compression Test Readings

    Were any of the head bolts loose (not fully torqued) when you removed them?
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    Boat accident at dusk

    Did the other boat operator (or passengers) go on record with law enforcement at any point regarding lights, visibility, etc.? Did law enforcement find fault, issue citations, etc? Not sure you covered that previously. Sorry to here that it is such a hassle. Your insurance might cover what...
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    Mercruiser 6.2L Coolant Loss

    How did you get so hung over? Bad ice in the drinks? :LOL: You can probably just look around the front of the engine for a broken or loose hose. If that fails, then do the heat exchanger fill. The water will probably be noticeable even without running the engines. Make sure not to leave...
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    Compression Test Readings

    Wow . . . :eek: I'd run just the compression test again. Never mind the cylinder leak testing at this point. If the results hold true, you've got . . . 2 'good' cylinders 3 dead cylinders 3 marginal cylinders Does the engine actually run?
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    Mercruiser 6.2L Coolant Loss

    Those engines look very familiar to me. (I have their 350 HP cousins ) Anyway. Assuming that you have VesselView (?) Were you getting an overheat warning/alarm? If you think the impeller failed, were you seeing the proper amount of pressure for the raw water side? Did the coolant blow at...
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    OMG - I got an oversized load permit !!!

    Yes, I get to use the Wide Load banner that I bought last year. :ROFLMAO: I have towed a short distance w/out a permit (but don't tell anybody :rolleyes: ) . I don't think the LEO's really care all that much, but just in case.
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    Structural integrity and boating safety.

    I guess it would have to be pretty obvious and blatant signs of structural issue to see that from the antics at the launch ramp. The spectator's area and cheering section is about 150' from the actual ramp. I'd expect the boat owner in question not to be receptive to any comment or concern...
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    OMG - I got an oversized load permit !!!

    I'm planning to take the boat out in about a week's time. So, I thought I might try to get an oversized permit (10'-10" wide load), as I go on a state road for part of the route. The MA DOT makes things a bit challenging, but I figured it out and applied for a 'single trip' permit on their...
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    I think I will go electric for my next new car ...

    Well you know that these electric vehicles are the mother of invention. What will be 'invented' ? - Better and more eco-friendly batteries - More renewable energy supplies - Faster re-charging - More efficient motors - etc. . . . I'm not sure I'd want an electric car/truck just yet, mostly...
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    Merc 4.3

    No. :D Why do you ask? :unsure:
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    Merc 350 mag mpi HELP! 200°

    Keep in mind that the exhaust manifolds are going to be getting the 160˚F water from the engine as their cooling water. So, probably 185-200˚F is not bad. The riser/elbow gets cool water directly (which then mixes with the water from the manifolds. The top of the riser/elbows should be in...
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    Throttle position sensor

    Based on your 'testing', I'd be starting with the TPS and work from there. Do you have the computer diagnostics to check the engine out? or access to one?
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