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  1. alldodge

    Digging stumps

    Buddy needed some stumps and trees removed for his new home. Sure I can do that, haven't used my 955 in a few years and machinery does need to be used Geezers, it has been fun pushing down trees, but dang, get into a old large white oak and I seay yes, but tree just smiles. Worked on this 3...
  2. alldodge

    Direct Injection

    Didn't feel right starting to misdirect @aspeck thread so new one I said Bought a XT5 Wednesday for the Admiral from Ohio (800 mile trip) brought it home on a trailer. Yesterday changed oil in the old SRX and noticed the engine cover on the V6 and have looked at it many times. VVT...
  3. alldodge

    Rear view Mirror

    Looking for a rear view mirror for the boat. Had one on the cruiser which was 4 x 8 I think and did ok. Thinking about the 2.5 x 8 but never tried one. Last thing I need is more blind spots looking forward with current boat. Could Mount off the hard top supports but not sure how much or...
  4. alldodge

    Twin Merc V8 and different fuel usage

    2023 Merc 250 V8 Verado twin install on Chap 280 OSX Props are 19P Rev4 Does not have Axius but does have adaptive trim Idle shows fuel is same As power is increased the fuel burn on starboard increases and at cruise is mostly 1 Gal /hr more then port. Pretty much stays that way from 1000...
  5. alldodge

    Propane

    Have found HD5 is the highest quality level for propane I own my tank and can buy from anyone Have also found that Butane can be mixed with Propane without issues. OK, but if mixed Butane has less BTU's then propane and is not good in colder temps. A TN provider is selling propane for .60...
  6. alldodge

    First Aid Kit

    My FA kit has always been a tupperware container that I add stuff to and change things out thru the years. Thought about getting a actual kit but most have some much filler in them that doesn't ever get used Been involved in a couple thru the years that there was things I didn't have so...
  7. alldodge

    Canvas snap for windshield

    Top of my windshield is 1.5 wide by .75 thick. Have not found a snap that goes on one this wide, most is .75 wide. Anyone know where where to find a wider one?
  8. alldodge

    Breakfast Dishes and Biscuits

    Most every Sunday morning I cook Breakfast, so I'm looking for new ideas for Two, can be for more but it's just us Make a lot of Garbage Eggs: Throw it diced/sliced potatoes, bell peppers, sausage/bacon, mushrooms, onion, other stuff Cook till Spuds are getting a bit crisp on edges, then stir...
  9. alldodge

    Chap Quality Control is gone

    FYI for anyone looking at Chap Have a 2023 Chap 280 OSX and the boat looks "great" but that is only skin deep. Their are numerous things that just are not done correctly, and even missing. Loose and missing screws. Stacks of washers used to hold seats up to proper level. Places were the...
  10. alldodge

    Revolution 14.6x19P vs 3-B something?

    Just discussing options Current Props are 4-blade Revolution 14.6x19P both Left and Right hand, twin OB Looked the props up and these are over $1K each and are stainless steel Looking at others like Enertia ECO 3-blade 15x21 are X7 alloy and findings say they are 30% stronger then SS Also...
  11. alldodge

    Lewmar Windless

    Have vertical V1 Lewmar chain rode windless. 200 ft of 1/2 inch plait nylon rode and 15 ft of 1/4 chain and 22 Lb anchor Dealer said rode was soaked for 24 hrs then installed after 48 hrs of drying. Have used wrench to tighten gypsy but no change Bringing anchor up from 40 to 60 ft the gypsy...
  12. alldodge

    How to remove Helm Lid

    Chap 280 OSX Trying to remove the Lid which covers the helm. No room under it, and can bearly see panels and displayes are bolted from behind Can move the top a bit and think its held in place by a spring latch. Might be like a dash on a car
  13. alldodge

    Gimbal Bearing Cheap

    Found this looking up prices and folks may want to get a spare at this price $27 and free ship Greasable type https://www.amazon.com/GIMBAL-BEARING-MERCRUISER-VOLVO-PENTA/dp/B018WLJAQ8
  14. alldodge

    Another Plumbing Question

    The pic shows what I found. This is a Rheem water heater, one of their forever tank models (bladder type). I installed about 2 years ago and at first there was a slight leak. Tightened it up and all good until now. It looks wet but it's not. On top is a dielectric union and bottom is brass...
  15. alldodge

    Banking Software

    Using Quicken Premier 2011 and has worked well thru all the MS upgrades. The issue concerning me is for how much longer. Seems now everyone doesn't want to sell SW they only want to rent it. Several others out there but any have other recommendations?
  16. alldodge

    No emails

    Anyone else not getting email updates? Started yesterday but still happening
  17. alldodge

    Which States/Provinces Enforce Registration Numbers Requirements

    Just wondering which do KY requirements states minimum 3 inch high, block letters and contracts color (fade colors ok so long as they contrast). Most what is seen is any but
  18. alldodge

    Retractable sun shade

    Anyone install a retractable sun shade? Doesn't need to be "Sun Shade" just have a link for others to get idea https://www.sureshade.com/ The new boat has a hard top and looking into a rear sun shade/screen
  19. alldodge

    NSS7 evo3

    Hope @dingbat is available Boat has 2 NSS7 evo3 displays, with inland charts and thru hull transducer Shows can install a radar and auto pilot but doesn't mention if it does side scan so guessing it doesn't. More interested in side scan and have not use for AP, radar might be a thought Any...
  20. alldodge

    Asking But Don't think anyone knows

    ILMOR makes a 6.2 430HP and 5.3 365HP So why is the 5.3 cost more then the 6.2? Seeing this on Formula website
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