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    Outdrive leaking oil

    Based on the color of your drive lube ,my guess is that your drive is loooong overdue for a service.Charlie
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    Buffing the hull

    Stick with your method as it is tried and true.I dont agree with sanding unless your gelcoat is extremely oxidized.It is amazing what you can do with stages of product and polishing.The people that usually recommend sanding are the same people that have never sanded themselves.Charlie
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    Restoring an old Cruisers Bar Harbor 257

    Dont look for tricks.You have a nice old boat to restore,take your time and do it right.Tips galore here!! ask specific questions in your post and you will get a wealth of knowledge to help you here.Use full strength bleach on the nests and try to keep it just to the nests.Rinse when done. 260...
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    2005 regal commodore 2750 stringer/transom material?

    Regal boats have a lifetime hull warranty.Extremely unlikely it has anything to do with hull.Why does your buddy think it is not coming from bellows or hose???
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    Lost key, can I temporarily bypass ignition switch?

    Ask other boaters,Try other keys in your marina which are also Mercruiser.I guarantee one will work.Been there....done that!! Charlie
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    fuel restriction issue 2000 johnson 150 ocean pro

    Ditto on plugged vent or vent line.Charlie
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    Getting leaf stains off fiberglass.

    Spray with regular old bleach.Wait a minute and rinse well with water.Repeat if necessary.That WILL get rid of leaf residue.Been there....done that!! Though most here will warn you that bleach is the antichrist..Lol ..Gimme a break..Charlie
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    Normal rust on 2011 Mercruiser?

    NOT normal...I have boated in salt water for over 30 years and have never had anywhere near that much rust anywhere on my motors.You need to find out where the water is coming from causing the rust.Charlie
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    Lower unit or shift linkage issue?

    Look on top of the engine where the shift cable has a small barrel and slides into a retainer held in place with a small cotter pin.Look for the cotter pin which holds it into the retainer.Sounds like the cable slid out of the retainer.Charlie
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    Vinyl Seats Bubbling Up

    Absolutely a chemical reaction.I second the bug repellant reply.Had a spot on my newly redone interior years ago and saw it happening so grabbed some baking soda which was in the fridge and applied it to stop the chemical action.Mine turned right into a hole,no bubbling up.Charlie
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    Docking question

    In a situation like you had ,the most important thing is to control your speed to a crawl on approach waaaay before you reach your slip whatever means possible.Eisenglass removed,cabin doors closed etc.Stay as close to your slip side as possible.If you can keep it at a crawl speed with reverse...
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    water leaking under carpet

    Water does not usually come from below.It is more likely running from upwards of your floor and down..get it water vacuumed up and dried out and monitor where it gets wet first because it will spread and seem like a huge leak .Charlie
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    Looking to buy a budget saltwater boat

    Angler is overpriced.Very good boat,fair choice of motors.Proline is also overpriced but its because the newer motor which is a good choice.Good boat and very good motor.Prosports boat is priced well.Generic boat so not the best choice but they usually present well.Yamaha is a great choice of...
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    1990 5.7. 260 Overcooling at idle.

    you may be lacking a restrictor between the riser and manifold.Some gaskets allow for 2 areas of flow to the riser and some have all 4 open.I will bet you have all 4 open.Charlie
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    Alpha one not fully engaging reverse

    I would start outside the boat at the bellhousing and check things like shift shoe and the shift lever .You will need the drive off to do this.see if everything is moving freely.Charlie
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    Cracked block

    Good luck with that!! If you are drilling holes ,the reason is so the crack does not continue further.Reason for the crack is probably freezing water inside the block or severe overheating.If you dont plan on either of these happening again then I would pass on the drilling.If you choose to...
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    5200 question...

    If you really want to test for the UV ,try putting some on your nose when you go into the sun .Report back results.
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    engine stalls when shifting back on forth a lot

    You are probably shifting too slowly.This will cause a stall.Shift in a definite manner.Dont use finesse.Charlie
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    5200 question...

    5200 will last a very long time.....verrrrrry long time.Charlie
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    The right cooler

    Stick with Igloo and you will prob find the correct one.Thats what manufacturers will typically use.Charlie
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