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    BAR 🍸 OPEN

    There are break proof glasses made of glass.....they are very thick and heavy. Our local glass maker ( Libbyy Glass) in Toledo Ohio has them. Small, about drink size, might be what you need. Very thick and robust, some years back, they advertised them by driving a car over them. I am sure they...
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    This trailer has rocking bunks

    Spacers and or washers, or modifying the bushings, can be done to snug things up. Some trailer mfgrs have a stop built into the mount that limits the travel of the bunk. Without pics I can't tell.
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    Boat is put away for winter. What to do every day ?

    ALREADY.......season is just getting underway.......?? My boat gets put away thanksgiving weekend. There have been times it was well into December, all depends on weather.
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    Spark plugs and cap replacement interval

    Here is the bottom line......are you willing to carry spare parts, can you change these parts out on the water ? Do you have a kicker motor to get you back ? How far can you paddle your boat ? Consider the afore mentioned situations, if you have no good answers, I would change everything...
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    Transducer location

    Can be very tricky to figure out.....there are areas to avoid, but finding that sweet spot can be time consuming. Some hit that spot first try, then tell everyone how easy it was, while others never find that sweet spot and blame the unit. I would seriously consider a mounting plate to attach...
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    This trailer has rocking bunks

    The pivoting bunks should have a stop to keep them from pivoting to far, as least all of the ones I have seen do. As the boat loads and unloads the hull shape changes as it goes over the bunks. In some cases, the sharper edge of the bunk can carry a lot of weight for a few minutes and over...
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    This trailer has rocking bunks

    Very popular around my area, as mentioned they need to move but not flop around.
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    New prop and trim tabs update.

    Good....but what is the mfgr's recommended max rpm at wot ? Rev limiter has nothing to do with max operating rpm. Limiter is just a safety item. If your always on the limiter, then you need more pitch on your prop.
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    Robalo2440 1995 Nav light needs repaired

    Probably won't find an exact duplicate unless you stumble across some old new stock or maby Ebay. Manufacturers don't make there own accessories for their boats and after a couple years runs, new designs take over so ding hardware over 10 years old is difficult. Is there a name on any...
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    Transon mounted trolling motor

    Back trolling is just a way of going slower with better steering going backward. No different than having a bow mount and going forward, just less resistance to save on battery usage.
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    Ford 302 engine oil dipstick - 1995 OMC Cobra, Ford 302, VolvoSX

    Even if the dipstick has the correct part number, doesn't mean it wasn't a bad stamping when it was made. Are there different size oil pans made for that engine. I would not be a fan if running on low oil just to make the dipstick look more accurate.
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    How do you screw into fiberglass/gelcoat without chipping?

    That is worse for than just chipping, ouch !! I use special drill bits that cut the OD of the hole, these are called sheet metal drill bits. Also add some tape before drilling, then drill thru the tape...it does help. Std drill bits are not made to drill thin sheetmetal or fiberglass.. I...
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    Prop problem

    If they flexed 25%, the blades would break off.....don't believe anything on youtube...!!
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    Ford 302 engine oil dipstick - 1995 OMC Cobra, Ford 302, VolvoSX

    Put in the required amount if oil then mark your dipstick accordingly. Never know which, what kind of dipstick you have, so use the correct amount of oil and mark the dipstick accordingly !!
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    Oil/fuel leaking from water intake Merc 40 4cyl 2S

    Not saying this is your issue for sure.. but.....I have the same engine and when tilted up like yours some fuel runs out from what I think is the carbs and runs down. Mine will dribble a few drips of this oil/ fuel mix then stops after a few minutes. For peace of mind, drain your lower and...
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    Prop problem

    Not according to Michigan Wheel prop mfgrs. When identical hard strikes take place with SS and aluminum props, the chance of internal damage is almost 70% higher with SS. In light strikes the SS suffers less damage than aluminum. Then compare original costs...SS is typically 3x the cost of...
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    Building a fishing boat.

    You mentioned having folks in the front and four seats in the center, then a bench seat in the stern......your boat is only going to to be rated for a max of 4 people, and not 6 or more... Having extra seats is fine, just don't have a person in each one at the same time....overloading is...
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    Battery power for propane fireplace

    Most only use power for a fan, but many of today's fancy units have electronic control boxes where fan, thermostat, burner controls for remote controls and other bells and whistles are incorporated. I am doing it for the fan, unit gets way to hot without fan to move air around.
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    Prop problem

    Once you know the rpm of your motor at wot, then we can calculate how much pitch to add or subtract to get you the correct pitch for the health of your motor. However, if your motor is running well after 20 years with your current prop....don't try fixing what isn't broke !! Trying to gain a...
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    Prop problem

    Without a tach, you would only be guessing to the pitch needed. If pitch is to liw, the motor will over rev and shorten its life. If there is to much pitch, the motor will lug, work hard, use excess fuel and can shorten its life. The proper pitch will allow the motor to reach max operating...
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