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    Sealing electrical connections?

    Ah, ok. I misinterpreted the post.
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    aluminum wheels stuck to hub

    My neighbor can open a can of anti-seize and even if I don't go over there, I get it on my face. lol
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    Re-re installing alpha one, what can I re-use?

    I install them dry, the grease from the O-ring can be mostly wiped off. Some say to use the bellows adhesive to glue the ring in. I don't as later cleanup is not as fun for me. Yeah, over torquing will squish the gasket out. My elbow works fine as I've done tons of them over the years. While you...
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    Anybody have "old" pontoons?

    I picked up a 1977 leisurecraft for $800 only because the motor was worth it. It was yellow and the floor was shot as well as no seating. Re-did the entire thing and its like new. Sure, the logs got a few dents but it floats fine. Cost was around $2000 after all the supplies. If I did it again...
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    Raw water pump casing

    Lay down a sheet of glass, get some wetsanding paper and flatten it as best you can.
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    New canvas bow cover rolling at edges, solutions?

    I left my cover off for a couple months one summer. It shrank so much I could never get it on again.
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    Sealing electrical connections?

    ABYC requirements do not allow wire nuts on any boat connections.
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    Random

    Had that happen to my cousin. The cat ended up with a rapala lure emended in her paws, took about 1/2 hour to clip the hooks and get them out. Had to wrap her in a towel to do the job. She went under the cabin and didn't come out for three days. We could see her and left food and water for her...
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    How often to replace points ignition?

    I'm gapping on my 6th year this spring. File lightly, check timing/dwell and go.
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    Batteries not charging

    My son called and said his car alt would stop working on and off while driving. I said when it does it again, tap the alternator with a rubber mallet. Yup it kicks back in right away. The brushes wear out and lose contact. He replaced it right away. If he lived closer I would have just replaced...
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    gas odor only when underway

    Over time the hoses get saturated with fuel. They will leach odor through them, but not show any leaks. One of mine had no leaks and it smelled also. Replaced all hoses and issue gone.
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    Random

    Wow, hate it when things like this happen. Glad it wasn’t worse. Heal quickly!
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    External hydraulic lines

    I always run the trim up/down a few times then let it sit for either overnight or till the end of the day. The oil has air in it and foams up. Once that settles out check again. Top off as needed, and check a couple days later to be sure it’s at the correct level.
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    Boat lift maintenance

    Could be the belt is slipping. Check the tension.
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    Random

    I try to use marine rated wire for most repairs . And sealed, shrink type connecters. It’s been working well for several years now. Correct running the grounds to each light to. Led lights are perfect for me, but I’m not in salt either.
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    Hull finish

    Yup.
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    Maintenance Grease/Oil

    I use ones like these exclusively. They work where others slip. Who cares if you bend the old filter, it’s getting tossed anyway...
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    Found a wooden/brass boat hook. Old?

    Nice, I's polish it up and clear coat the brass, use it!
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    Baltimore bridge hit by ship, collapsed

    Yeah. What a mess. Sorry for the people that are probably not ok. A foreign ship with bad inspections.
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    Two drain holes?

    I think that plate was added at a later time. See the rust on the screws. Myself would do as suggested, put a solid plate on there. Preferably riveted with solid rivits, or have a plug welded in at a good aluminum welding shop.
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