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    prop hit some rocks

    Arghh, I was coming into dock and my prop hit some stupid rocks and took a small dime sized chip out of one of the blades on my almost new prop. :mad: I am going to smooth it all out with a file, will this make a huge difference or am off to the prop store? I havent been out with it since.
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    DB Electrical Starter really whines

    I just replaced my starter with one from DB Electrical. It works but really whines loudly, is that normal? Also, they said the 11 tooth would replace the original 9; it is working...but just freaks me out a bit. Also, there was this kind of soft foamy, rubbery thingy with the bolts that fit...
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    Capacity Plate Nightmare

    Ok, I just got a boat a couple of weeks back. Working out the kinks and getting it ready for reliable operation however, it is missing it's capacity plate. I have been in contact with the manufacturer and they are a bunch of jerks and my DNR warden says I need a plate and that I can just make...
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    Best paint for inside boat

    I have a kind of old ski boat that is pretty solid but the transom has some paint peeling off. The wood is in good shape but I would like to re paint it so it seals up nice and prevents the wood from getting wet for the most part. What is a good waterproof, sealing paint for such a purpose?
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    Mercruiser versus car parts store

    So when I need an item like an alternator or starter, or valve cover or pan gaskets, is it ok to just go to the parts store and get parts for a 250 straight six or do I have to get marine specific parts for my 165 hp mercruiser?
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    starter doesnt engage on first try

    My 165 hp mercruiser, 84 vintage, doesn't engage right away when I crank it. It clanks a couple of times and then usually after 2 or 3 tries it starts right up. On some cars I know they need shimming for the starter to engage properly, is that what I need to do? Is there a kit for this issue...
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    determining hull composition

    So I just got an older ski boat which is in great shape. However I read these things on the site about rotting wood inside the fiberglass. Now my boat is an 84 and the people I got it from think it is completely fiberglass although not certain. How do I find out if my boat has balsa or foam...
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    maniflold/Exhaust elbow question

    I just acquired an older 165hp mercruiser, 1984 vintage in a ski boat. It runs and looks great and the people I just got it from have had it for the past 15 years and took really good care of it....However...after reading some posts on this here wonderful site, I hear that one should replace...
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    Mystery Sierra Boat

    Ok, I have just taken on an 84 Sierra ski boat with a 165 HP mercruiser stern drive and it runs and looks great. Very well taken care of. I have been looking for days trying to find information about the boat and even in nada blue book and other sources I never can seem to find my exact boat...
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