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    New Stuff on Vehicles likes/dislikes

    Back then we had SIMPLE SAFE projects like that to create the DIY gene in us. Paid dividends in bad weather and emergencies (y)(y).
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    Merc 350 bolt v 2 barrel carb fluctuating RPMS

    Sound is very difficult to classify. Check ALL spark plugs to see if it is 1 or several cylinders having a problem. Can you post a close up picture of all the spark plug ends ?
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    New Stuff on Vehicles likes/dislikes

    American Indians used a blanket and a very smoky fire. (y)(y)(y)
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    Transon mounted trolling motor

    Transom motors are USELESS in any wind or currents. The bow is always pulling straight ahead. The transom motor is always pushing a boat not pointing straight ahead.
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    New Stuff on Vehicles likes/dislikes

    The new car companies have both hands squeezing your There is no escape from new dangerous crap.
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    Do waverunners have low oil pressure shutoff system?

    All the waverunners I know are more cautious PWC people. All go mostly WOT with music and screaming. P M is a full wash and clean after most trips in freshwater.
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    Merc 350 bolt v 2 barrel carb fluctuating RPMS

    I have tested some smaller powered boats while tied to the dock. At up to 30 hp. I always use saved 1/2" by 30' Nylon dock lines. I sit in the drivers position while a helper helps me snug up the boat with full fenders. I feel safer in the stopped boat struggling at WOT next to the dock. I pick...
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    Battery power for propane fireplace

    There are several ways to SAFELY heat a house . BUY ONE !! You start designing your own. Join the group of house explosions from defective gas heaters. Why I have a total electric house. 63 years with no excitement.
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    Boat performance

    Why are you showing 2 different motors and boats ? are we just helping you flip the boats for money ?
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    Older Mercury 8 Hp outboard

    Sounds like you will be buying them from the seller again. Plus shipping and handling fees.
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    Solar charging batteries

    Disagree Turn the selector switch back and forth as needed.
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    I should add a 2nd battery...

    I NEVER recharge a really run down battery with the boat engine alternator. Almost none are rated to charge a full sized battery if it is very run down. Use a 120 vac plug in wall charger.
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    New Stuff on Vehicles likes/dislikes

    Auto companie MAKE NEW CARS . Dealers make money on keeping them running. So do good independent Auto repair shops. So do the bad shops. Your job is to find a great one near you. :)
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    1996 johnson venom 200

    The part to change is the MECHANIC.
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    New Stuff on Vehicles likes/dislikes

    BUT A I will cure everything possible. To increase more profits. Computer screen dies ? Buy a different car. Life is so good in the auto world. :)
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    1988 Johnson 70hp inspection

    Time for a resurfacing of the block & cylinder head. Possible careful small SS wire wheel to clean piston heads. Very doable.
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    Battery power for propane fireplace

    Could be very exciting. As the Pilot Gas flame does not ignite instantly. Good way to remove all the hair on the trigger arm. :)
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