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    Who needs a big wake? MUST SEE VID!

    I watched this video a few years ago and came across it again today. For all those who are worrying about the size of their wake check out this video of Scott Byerly riding behind a barefoot boat with no tower and limited wake. Def a must see... http://www.wakeboardreport.com/archives/2008/02/
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    Creaking monster tower!!!!

    my monster tower creaks when towing but silent otherwise. i've been on other boats that rattle when moving, towing or not. anyone else experience similar problems? all bolts are tight. it's nice to say that this is my only boat issue (if you could even call it that) at the moment (touch...
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    Irish boaters - any out there????

    I was just thinking... I couldn't be the only person from Ireland registered here. I'd be keen to hear if there are any other members from Ireland who use this great resource. If not I may have to start spreading the word!!! D.
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    Did i dodge a bullet?

    Hello all, Was looking through my phone photos and came across some pics of an engine from a boat I looked at last year. Being new to boats I was very cautious. I walked away from this due to signs of corrosion/rusty water around the engine/riser. What do you think - did I dodge a bullet...
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    Poli-glow and decal advice

    Hi all, Inspired by vegasphotomans recommendation of poliglow I have just bought some online. The plan is to use it to restore the faded dark red/purple gel coat on my '96 maxum 1750. Anyone ever used it and willing to offer advice/share experience? My boats gelcoat has some oxidization...
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    Merc T-Stat replacement? '96 3.0 lx

    hi all, had the boat out last week on our easter break and it ran well. i noticed around the last day that the temp guage died (wouldn't reg above 100). up to this point it ran about 120 which had never bothered me (better cold than hot i reckoned?) but i've read around the forums and...
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    alpha 1 - counter rotation

    Hello all, If my boat wants to pull left does that suggest that my drive is counter/LH rotation (i.e. spins anticlockwise?) Forgive my ignorance! Cheers, D.
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    Replacing navigation light bulbs

    Ok, It's been a while since i've been able to post a stoopid question. Apologies in advance! I need to replace my nav light bulb. I removed the two screws at either side of the unit holding the bulbs expecting it to pop out freely but it does not move and i'm now not sure how to access the...
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    Starting problems - Merc 3.0lx

    Hi all, Last weekend my boat was struggling to start. I assumed it was the battery as it started from a jump and ran fine. New heavy duty battery went in. Today boat started but cut out before heating up. It then refused to start at all, even via a jump. The engine was turning over really...
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    Slight overrev - Merc 3lx w Alpha 1

    Ok, I've now determined my prop to be 14x20p (4 blade). I've read that the max rev on my engine is about 4600. With an average load (3 people, no towing) it revs at around 4800/4900. If this is the case will it do massive damage, i've heard no but would like to double check. Also, can I...
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    Prop Size and Pitch ID

    Hi all, This is stamped on my prop: 48 834854a45 20p Can I assume the pitch is 20? D.
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    Fish finder fault

    Hello all, Another question! I have a fish finder on my recent purchase. It switches on no problem when the boat has been sitting for a while. It will then die minutes after and not switch on again. I'm posting this on the off chance someone will have something for me to check when I get...
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    Steering VERY hard to turn right

    Hi all, I had posted previously about my boat steering being very hard to turn to the right. The trim tab had been cut off to accomodate a bigger prop. I have since replaced the trim tab with one that will allow bigger prop and it has had little to no effect. At WOT the steering is really...
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    Intermitent squeal from belt - '96 Merc 3lx

    Hi all, Upon starting the boat this weekend there is a loud squealing coming from the belt (i think). After 20-30 seconds the squealing stops. It is accompanied by the smell of burning rubber. Once stopped it does not come back until the boat has sat for 20 mins etc and is then re-started...
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    12v power via cig lighter installation

    Hello all, I have a 'kit' for installing a 12v power supply. I want to fit it to my boat (Maxum 1750 bowrider - 96 - merc 3.0). Its seems pretty straightforward, the kit has the socket, + and - wires and is fused so I could wire it straight to the battery. Is there somewhere closer to the...
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    Waterski in Scotland

    Hi, For anyone who boats in and around the UK and Scotland: Can you ski in Loch Doon in Scotland? Simple question but I can't seem to find an answer... Cheers, Darren.
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    Replacement steering wheel for 96 maxum 1700

    hi all, it's a long shot... i am missing the centre cover for my maxum steering wheel. i don't suppose anyone whould know where i could obtain a replacement. it is the biege/light brown colour. i've looked at complete replacement wheels but they are all black or white! i've attached a pic...
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    Merc 3.0 - fitting power steering/alpha 1

    hi again all, is it possible/feasible to retrofit power steering to my boat. maxum 1700, merc 3.0lk, alpha 1 gen II. these boats are not as cheap over here in ireland as they are in the state where i'm sure it wouldn't be worth it! just a thought... cheers, darren
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    Using merc 3.0 in winter months

    hello all, any tips for using a boat during the winter months? i'd like to have access to it for fishing and maybe a boxing day ski. if the water was drained between uses could it sit during potential freezing conditions or am i safer just to winterise and wait until spring? i'm in ireland...
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    merc 3.0lx better than 3.0l?

    Hi folks, New to the forums and new to boating. The boat i'm looking has a 3.0lx merc? Is this any better/different to the 3.0l? I've read somewhere that there is a power difference. Any advice would be much appreciated. D.
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