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  1. 2005Vip

    Three bad radios in a row????????????????????

    I'm on my third brand new receiver and I'm at a loss. The receiver is a Boss MR1308UAB. Amazon.com: Boss Audio Systems Bluetooth Audio Streaming Device MR1308UAB: GPS & Navigation The first one I hooked up and it worked great until the second time I used the boat and it quit all of the...
  2. 2005Vip

    Starts on second try???

    Just had some service done on my boat. I had the head gasket replaced, carburetor kit, plugs, timing etc. I would think after all that it would start right up. But even after the engine is warmed up it usually takes two tries to get it started. It doesn't have EFI.. I understand having to crank...
  3. 2005Vip

    Bow Stop to High?

    Alright so here's the deal. It just seems like my bow stop is to high. I've had other boats and never had a problem. But with this trailer every time I go to load the bow of the boat is lower then the bow stop on the winch post. The only way it would be higher is if I sunk the trailer. If I...
  4. 2005Vip

    Need help finding a manual for my engine.

    I've looked, but can't find the right manual for my engine. I'd just like a downloadable PDF or something similar. Thanks in advance!
  5. 2005Vip

    Best cruising RPM for Mercruiser 3.0?

    Just looking for advice on the best cruising RPM for my engine. I know that this will very depending on the prop, but I'm looking for a ball park. I know that WOT is 4200-4600 for it. Also how long is it safe to operate at WOT?
  6. 2005Vip

    Which Pertronix electronic ignition conversion kit do I need?

    Couple questions... Which Pertronix electronic ignition conversion kit do I need? Do I need to get a new coil? If I should get a new coil which one do I need? Has anyone installed one and noticed increased performance? Or is it just ease of maintenance? I figured if I need to get my timing...
  7. 2005Vip

    Pinging noise at WOT, ideas

    OK new problem, isn't boat ownership fun...:laugh: Got the boat out on the lake today and it ran great except that when I hit 3800 - 4000 rpm's it was making a pinging noise. I'll try to explain it the best I can. It was not a ticking, but more of a "metal like pinging" noise that lasted about a...
  8. 2005Vip

    Where is my gear oil leaking from

    So I just bought a boat and it is leaking gear oil... :mad: It's leaking even when not running. The reservoir has leaked out three fourths of the oil leaving only a quarter left after sitting in the driveway four days. The oil is leaking out of the drain plug(boat hull). So I guess my question...
  9. 2005Vip

    What prop do I need? Help

    So I just got a new boat and it needs a replacement prop. The current prop was damaged when I bought it so I don't really know it it is the right prop either... The boat is a 2005 VIP 184 (2300 lbs). It has a 2005 3.0L mercruiser in it. Typical load will be four adults and a couple 5 year olds...
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