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    2 Fuel Water filters ,2 totally different fuel contents,Fuel pros ,have a look at this

    Both filters are 1 season old .My concern /curiosity is why are they so different
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    2003 5.0 Vortec i/o Tstat housing sensor connection

    This engine is new to me last year.It replaced one of my 1988 5.0 LX that had a bad winter.The boatyard had some modifications to make with wiring to get everything to work.Charlie
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    2003 5.0 Vortec i/o Tstat housing sensor connection

    Thanks ,I was thinkin the same but the snap on is tight and the ring below it looks like thats where I should put the nut since it is always a little loose.Charlie
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    2 Fuel Water filters ,2 totally different fuel contents,Fuel pros ,have a look at this

    Both filters changed yesterday.Didnt start either motor yet.Tank is aluminum and its regular gas and its from October.Too much stabil is a possibility.My idea was that one filter performed better than the other.Charlie
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    2003 5.0 Vortec i/o Tstat housing sensor connection

    BTw ,I had to remove a hose to access the connection and see it clearly.Charlie
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    2003 5.0 Vortec i/o Tstat housing sensor connection

    This new to me 5.0 has a wire connection under the Tstat housing .The connection seems to be a push tab connector with an additional wire with loop connector under the push tab.It does not seem to be able to make a solid connection on the additional wire.I experienced erratic temp gage last...
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    2 Fuel Water filters ,2 totally different fuel contents,Fuel pros ,have a look at this

    I have twin 5.0 mercruisers i/o .Both run off of same fuel tank.Pulled fuel water separators for spring start up.Emptied contents of each in to separate containers and found totally different results.Different brand filters on each motor.Take a look and what do you think?? BTW fuel was...
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    Prepping aluminum boat for salt water slip

    I slipped an aluminum 24 ft cruiser in salt and the issues are constant.If there are any surrounding boats that are plugged in to shore power there will be an issue.its almost like your boat becomes the sacrificial anode.Best barrier coat I used was a 2 part epoxy called Bitumastic.It was like...
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    Trim Lifting Motor Very Slowly

    Any issues I have had similar resulted in low fluid level so check it.Charlie
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    Craigslist scammers ? or am I being paranoid?

    I have purchased a few things off Craigslist,not many.I have always communicated thru email and after a few emails exchanged I asked "When and where"? Most direct you to their home and quick and easy.I have sold very few things thru Craigslist however I have an outboard for sale and most...
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    1988 Wellcraft classic 200xl small leak at the bottom on transom plate

    Silicone is good for temp fix.3m 5200 sealant is recommended for the permanent fix when you find it.If those pics are the finished product..that is beautiful!! I always found it more effective when looking for a leak to do it while floating and at night with a small flashlight which will isolate...
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    Riser hose water flow pinched

    here are a few pics of the pinched hose after removal.
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    Riser hose water flow pinched

    There is defenetly a slight restriction/pinch.Had my neighbor not pointed it out I probably wouldnt have noticed.With his being a very capable tech I have to go with him on this.BTW i pulled the hose and will take a pic to show the dent in it.Charlie
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    Riser hose water flow pinched

    My thoughts exactly!!! Gonna look closer at that option.Thanks
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    Riser hose water flow pinched

    No it does not move so no chafe however my big concern is any restriction of water flow which seems like approx 20% may be restricted.Charlie
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    How to Keep my Outdrive Looking Good

    Your drive will never look as good as it does now if you leave it in the water.....just aint possible.Charlie
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    Riser hose water flow pinched

    Check out the pic.Hard to see but the riser hose has a bit of a restriction against the lift plate. Not sure if that is what it is called.New to me 5.0 used motor that I got in a pinch when I found my stbd motor was in a bad way.The riser hose has a slight restriction against the plate.My...
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    Grady white thru hull size?

    BTW ,not the thruhull post I did yesterday.Different boat .Charlie
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    Grady white thru hull size?

    Anyone know the thruhull size of bilge and cockpit drains on a Grady White? I have a 208 Adventure and these thruhulls are huge for this size boat and heavy duty looking.This would be specifically for appearance as the exterior are worn.Thanks Charlie
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    Replacing Thru hull ...size??

    I surely dont need sanitation hose .The only thing that goes down that sink is spitting after brushing teeth and soapy water from washing hands.And once in a while a few ounces of warm beer that I didnt drink fast enough.I was thinkin the 5200 for bedding but I guess silicone will work fine as...
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