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    Boat cover waterproofing

    I always call several companies for correct advice.
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    Suggestions on how to fill my onboard gas tank?

    1st RULE .....Fill the tanks at a marine dock pump. Or a gas station pump !!!!!!!!!!!!! You must constantly be adding oil. As you are holding the gas pump nozzle in and out of the tank to ALSO add more oil. I mix oil and gas in 10 gallon batches in large tanks. Pour in correct amount of oil...
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    towing - engine in neutral?

    Setting up all the ROLLERS at correct height. AND angles. Makes loading so much simpler. (y)(y)(y)
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    1990 Rinker 18.6

    ALWAYS know when to NOT do a major DIY job. (y)(y)(y)(y)(y)
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    A real useful tool….

    I have a lot of trouble using mine. While laying on a bed.
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    Gun ownership and permits.

    Are criminals & the mentally sick required to follow the same gun laws ?
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    All USA marinas have a special deal this Sunday.

    The Night Shifts will all work a EXTRA HOUR early Sunday morning. :rolleyes: Bless them all.
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    Who sells pure Citronella Oil ?

    Need some for pest control.
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    Have enough HP for hole-shot ?

    Big engines LOAF. That always means great fuel economy and long life. Plus they are super quiet.
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    Trolling Motor Help

    A single speed motor just needs a fuse and a powerful SPST switch. alldodge switch will work. A fast blowing 50 or 60 amp fuse and fuse holder. done.
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    Trolling Motor Help

    Question What damage was done to the 5 position speed selecting switch ? I see nothing looking like a fuse. or overload relay / circuit breaker.
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    Pretty sure I found at least one of the leaks.

    A drained tank is very dangerous. It is full of explosive fumes. With gasoline fumes filling the empty tank. They ALSO need to be SAFELY removed. Not do it right ? BOOM
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    2007 Merc 4.3MPI slow initial cranking

    Did you remove completely both battery post clamps ? look at the inside surfaces ? the battery post surfaces ? all 4 are clean and shiny ? did you buy and use a battery connector and post special shaped tool ? It has special strands of bristles to clean surfaces when turned.
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    Ratcheting RG-45 crimpers or regular

    Did not find RG -45 Did find loads of problems with the RJ-45 rachet.
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    2007 Merc 4.3MPI slow initial cranking

    Sure fits a CORRODED cable or connection. Use a set of car battery jumpers to eliminate all cable and connector corrosion that is not visible.
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    Water Heaters.

    We are missing some facts ? Is this a fresh / drinking water system ? River water ? Ocean water ? Showers only ?
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    Water Heaters.

    Why not buy a different brand hot water heater the same physical size ? With a better construction and warranty? A normal plumber can help you select a unit to fit. Will check if the USCG has a safety code for Hot Water heaters.
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    Voltage rectifier

    Agree D I Y wannabe technicians fall very short on quality when buying on price alone. Oh well.
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    Voltage rectifier

    My boating friends & shops KNOW all our stuff is NON American made. All American cars use parts from around the world. China builds to whatever quality a cheap American company wants to pay for the part.
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    Voltage rectifier

    It costs less than a dollar to make the rectifiers. Greedy, profit crazy people are raising the prices to hundreds of dollars. Our simple rectifiers can be from cheaper companies.
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