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  1. Stinnett21

    External Oil Filter hose routing?

    Make sure they don't rub anything or each other. I luckily found that the metal sheath on the end of one was, I guess for years, slightly rubbing against the hose section of its neighbor. It had a small bulge and was leaking. Had I not caught it I would have had a bilge full of oil and...
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    Planing houseboat choices

    Wouldn't a 40 - 90 foot houseboat that's able to plane off draw just as much water as the Bertram? The planing houseboat went out of style years ago. Even then it took twin big blocks running near WOT, especially for the size your desiring. Not knocking what your wanting, Just think you are...
  3. Stinnett21

    Alpha 2 top bearing

    Posting a follow up to this thread. I put 80 hours on it this season and as far as I can tell all is well. Changed the gear lube mid season. The magnet had some fuzz but nothing that seemed beyond normal especially given a new bearing/race. The cap does get hot but I've read before that...
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    Rusty film/staining on input shaft and inner ring of gimbal bearing

    Thanks Rick. Duh...should have thought of that, especially since for the last two years I've pulled the drive in the fall and re-installed in the spring leaving those areas mostly bare. Will make sure I coat them in the future.
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    Rusty film/staining on input shaft and inner ring of gimbal bearing

    Just pulled my alpha 2 drive (OM424120) and noticed a rusty film/stain on the input shaft where it contacts the gimbal bearing where the two o-rings are and of course on the inner ring of the bearing itself. No signs of water intrusion. Bellows is dry and I know for certain water has not...
  6. Stinnett21

    2005 16' Duroboat won't trim up

    Sorry. See it in your title now. Nice boat. Just wondering if the bottom is straight.
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    2005 16' Duroboat won't trim up

    Please describe your boat better. I don't know what a 16W is. My first thought is your boat has a hook in it. Sight down the keel from the transom. Is it straight or is it bent?
  8. Stinnett21

    5.0L MPI Idle Air Control Valve OEM vs Aftermarket

    I'm not a motörhead but I love my MPI. Strong, fuel efficient, don't have to wear out the center button on my 3000 controller, Vessel View, hit the key and go. PITA to fog though. Remote tank. What a mess.
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    5.0L MPI Idle Air Control Valve OEM vs Aftermarket

    I also have an MPI and I learned the same lesson. It helps to keep the flame arrestor clean. I spray mine with brake cleaner every off season and replace the IAC muffler in the process.
  10. Stinnett21

    Sea Ray 195 vs 205

    I think they're both the same HP so the 5.0 isn't buying you anything but more weight. Definitely kick the carb habit and go MPI and the larger boat. I know someone who has the 205. I like the boat. My 2cents
  11. Stinnett21

    Center console for cool weather?

    I've only been on a center console one time, my uncle's 18' Wellcraft in Cape Coral, FL many years ago. I live in KY and love to get out in the fall. I have a 21' bowrider and can throw the bow cover on, close the windshield and stay warm. Considering downsizing in the future and was...
  12. Stinnett21

    SEI or OEM lower half unit

    I just had my vent plate fixed. $180.
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    Upgrade for Bluetooth?

    My boat has a 2008 standard DIN stereo head unit mounted the glove box. It’s not Bluetooth. I’m exploring options of upgrading to include BT. My wife is a sales rep with a new fleet vehicle every 2 years or so. It seems every time she gets a new vehicle or another family member wants to...
  14. Stinnett21

    How do you brace your prop for tightening

    I've always used a block of wood but I recently had my vent plate fixed on port side and I certainly don't want to damage the weld. Probably overkill but just seeking any input on how you guys do it?
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    Alpha 2 top bearing

    Alpha 1 gen 2 (OM424120): I pulled my cap to take a look at things in the off season. The top bearing and cup are smooth to the touch and the bearing rotates smoothly but as you can see there is staining/discoloration. Merc Manual 14, page 3A-29 speaks of discoloration due to excessive heat...
  16. Stinnett21

    Test Thread For Photo Attachments

    Just seeing if this worked.
  17. Stinnett21

    Steering arm pinch bolt

    I removed my “Frankenstein” plugs on the side of my A1 G2 (ser# OM424120) in an effort to torque my steering arm pinch bolt. To get a socket on one side I have to turn the steering wheel almost hard over so it will line up. This renders the other side well out of reach, seemingly, with normal...
  18. Stinnett21

    Nauticus Smart Tab question

    I'm considering them as a winter project. I feel like I've read through the most of the bizillion discussions of these on this forum but I still have a question for Smart Tab users. If I buy the SX series along with the PR500 plate retractor brackets, when in reverse what keeps the downward...
  19. Stinnett21

    4 blade vs 3 blade torque

    Considering a 4 blade for next season on my 21’ I/O and thought I would pose a question. There is one thing that bothers me about single engine right hand prop boats and that’s the fact that prop torque creates a port side list while underway. This is why most boats are controlled from the...
  20. Stinnett21

    Half full gas tank for winter storage?

    I realize much has been written on the subject of proper percentage of fuel in the tank for winter storage but it seems I've read where the worst scenario is a half full tank. Can someone help me understand the thinking behind this? I realize the logic ranges from completely full to keep out...
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