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  1. Stinnett21

    Alpha Gen 2 Stalls Going to Neutral (Shift Cable Replaced)

    Is the cut out plunger in the center of the notch? Spray lube all pivot points. How old is the cut out switch?
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    Kicker motor vs towing

    I've researched the BoatUS towing situation. I thought for my area (lakes and rivers of KY) it was very sparse but to my surprise it's better than I thought, at least for the waterways I'm interested in, that being Ky Lake and the Ohio river. Unlike Lake Cumberland those waterways are not cut...
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    Kicker motor vs towing

    The issue you bring up with ingesting water on a non running engine is something I hadn't thought of. With a non running alpha 1 gen 2 I seam to remember someone with more knowledge than me saying it was not generally possible to push water past a non turning impeller.
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    Kicker motor vs towing

    I subscribe to a towing service on Lake Cumberland but there are lots of places without cell service. Also I'm planning on trailering to other places, e.g. Kentucky Lake, where I would not have tow service. Factor in my boat is 23 years old.
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    Kicker motor vs towing

    Considering a kicker in the future for safety concerns, i.e. not trolling. For those who have kickers, do you tow with them mounted? I see that Panther Marine says to ALWAYS remove the motor prior to towing. Now I suspect very few really do this and that is considered "attorney" language...
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    Hope you are not afraid of heights!

    That job...is not for everyone!
  7. Stinnett21

    Boat Recommendations

    Starcraft Delta 188 FXS with a 150/175 Yamaha.
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    Vapor lock or something else?

    Mercruiser check valve assembly. Looks like Amazon has some options. Pretty easy job on mine. Access wasn't bad.
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    14.5x19 prop. Contemplating a change, need advice

    Sounds like you're way over propped. How big is the Trophy?
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    Vapor lock or something else?

    I probably dealt with this for 1/3 of a season. It would only occur on the hottest of days. Come fall when it cooled down the problem went away. Once I suspected it was due to vapor lock I would loosen the fuel filter and let it breath a bit, retighten and it would restart.
  11. Stinnett21

    Vapor lock or something else?

    Yes mine would restart after a period of time...say an hour or so depending on how hot the day was. I put your SN in and apparently you do have the same check valve.
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    Vapor lock or something else?

    Recommend starting by replacing the check valve mentioned in post 4. See what happens. It's an $80 part. Solved my vapor lock problems 700 hours ago.
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    Vapor lock or something else?

    I had a similar condition happen on my 5.0 MPI (serial #0M345638). There is a check valve in back of the fuel pump that I believe stops hot engine water from backing up into the fuel pump. The valve had come apart. This fixed mine. If you go to marineengine.com, put in my serial number, go...
  14. Stinnett21

    So, my 2025 Bayliner VR5 200 hp 4.5L mercruiser STILL barely pulls me up

    My 19 Vengeance will vibrate around the 1800 to 2000 range also. At that speed the boat is fast dragging trying to get on plane so I never run there anyway. Just power through and get on plane. You seem to be most focused on water sports, specifically slalom skiing. Why has no one mentioned...
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    Mercruiser 5.7 MAG MPI Water Pressure Sensor & Oil Pressure Sensor Interchange/Alternatives + 4 in 1 gauge not showing speed and oil pressure

    I know you want things working but I gave up on the pitot tube system years ago. Block the fault and be done with it. Speed is now measured via GPS. Leave the hole on the lower unit clogged it will create less drag.
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    Mercruiser 5.7 MAG MPI Water Pressure Sensor & Oil Pressure Sensor Interchange/Alternatives + 4 in 1 gauge not showing speed and oil pressure

    You mean alternatives to OEM? I would buy OEM sensors. Aftermarket is asking for trouble.
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    So, my 2025 Bayliner VR5 200 hp 4.5L mercruiser STILL barely pulls me up

    Not sure what they mean by "water in the swim deck". This is not a new boat. It has been manufactured for several years. I highly doubt water is getting in the swim platform somehow. I tend to agree with Pmt. Seems like something is up with your engine. 2025 should be under warranty. Does...
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    My boat needs to run real good on the 4th of July. FIX IT !!

    Those still working (at least 4 more weeks) have to go on their day off. I intend to be out there.
  19. Stinnett21

    Bilge Pump -Auto or???

    It's beneath your engine. Stick your phone down in there and video to get name/numbers, etc.
  20. Stinnett21

    Slip/moored boat what do you do with your trailer?

    I was considering yearly to be frequent.
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