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    Should I change prop pitch/ go to stainless.

    Do you have a 2::1 gear ratio on that engine?
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    Should I change prop pitch/ go to stainless.

    Have you checked the accuracy of the tach or speedo? It would be hard to get to 50MPH on a 19" pitch prop @ 5KRPM, I would think. If you try 21P prop and can still get 5KRPM, you should be closer to 50MPH, IMO.
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    Mercury thunderbolt 500

    Gee, I always thought the 850s like the '73 I had ran well, were easy to tune, mount and had good power for the weight. The insulation on the engine harness and dissy wires failed, after a few decades. The ign components were pricey as well.
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    4 all y'all still shovelin snow

    I think we have seen the last of the freezing weather here in NJ. I have the bottom and topside paint, so I am ready to fit-out the boats
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    Family of 5, 19ft or 21ft?

    Airshot, The Pinto issue was a big story in the early 80's. To be fair the Pinto's gas tank was in the same place and was the same design as the Mustang and other cars of the time. The top of the gas tank was the floor of the trunk, in a lot of those Ford and Mercury models. The difference...
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    Compression

    I think 120 git is too course. If you do try to true up the head, use brand new crocus cloth glued to the plate glass. Sand as suggested by Matt.
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    anchor line

    My anchor locker easily holds the line and anchor, as it is pretty deep.
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    Mercury Tempest, Turning Point Mach 3 or Michigan Wheel Apollo?

    right now I am leaning Apollo in 21P. She would swing a 23P, but I rarely go that fast, so I am opting for the extra juice off the line. The lower pitch also provides for slower min planning speed. For some reason, my speedboat needs a lot of power to plane, but then will snap your neck...
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    anchor line

    Gee, about 6 years ago i bought 300' of 1/2 three strand nylon anchor line off the 'net for $40. It is much stronger and longer than I need for my 21 footer in the ocean. The quality is fine, and I do care if it is Asian or European.
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    wall carpet replacement

    A fan might be in order next time
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    How to disconnect temperature sensor?

    The last knife connector I saw was on my Fat-Fifty and early 60's Big Twin. How long did they use those?
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    Family of 5, 19ft or 21ft?

    Gee liability is a major concern for all manufacturers. Remember when Ford Explorers had those series of fatal rollovers during a crash? Ford was sued a whole lot. On a related note, remember when the Pinto's would pop into reverse on their own, back into something and explode? The...
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    DeWalt corded drill DW106 Type-2 keyless chuck, bits slipping out?

    those battery powered drills are real convenient. unfortunately, when the battery fails, it drives me nuts. after tossing some of those drills, after a couple of years with bad batts, i stick with corded ones, as they last 20 years or so.
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    Tilt ram piston removal

    Gee, I looked it up (see diagram for random 2014 Merc 150). It does not look like it comes apart. It does look like you could replace the seals, without disassembly. Hope it helps. https://www.crowleymarine.com/mercury/oem-parts/outboard/2014/1115f231d/power-trim-assembly-components
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    Yamaha 115 anodes

    Pulling the heads on a 2 cycle engine is an order of magnitude easier than pulling the head on a OHC 4 cycle engine. However, neither of these activities are part of a basic level of mechanical ability, IMO. That would be limited to spark plugs, fuel filters and gearoil, grease etc. To the...
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    DeWalt corded drill DW106 Type-2 keyless chuck, bits slipping out?

    I have tossed out two drills with lousy chucks, in the last year or so. I live on the water, and if you are working on the dock and you drop something like the drill bit you need, it is gone. Life is too short for that. The hex shaft drill bits help keep the chuck tight a bit better.
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    Family of 5, 19ft or 21ft?

    SeaRay boats have more and better fittings, carpets, seats and other cosmetic items than Bayliner or other entry level boats. However, I do not think you can say that Bayliner construction and it's inherent safety is inferior to SeaRay. Liability laws make building Bayliner boats inferior...
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    Family of 5, 19ft or 21ft?

    Mark, although my '88 SeaRay hull handled real well. I suspect the boat was made on a Friday. The quality was really inconsistent. The deck was sprayed with a chop gun which is not unusual, but it looks like they ran out of chopped FG, 2/3 of the way thru, as the rear of the deck had only...
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    Will a Merc '77 IL6 gearcase fit a '93 Merc V6

    I have both of the subject gearcases on hand. I have always heard that the L6 gearcases would fit a V6. The driveshaft dia and splines seem to be the same. The driveshaft is a bit shorter than the V6. The L6 gearcase sems to be a bit different than the V6 gearcase, but by 1/8 to 1/4" as...
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    Family of 5, 19ft or 21ft?

    Gee, Here on Barnegat Bay, NJ, a 21 footer is a good choice, for the following reasons, IMO. A 21 footer is large enough to stand up to most of the normal conditions on the bay. The bay is 20+ miles long and about 3 mi wide. The 21 footer can usually take the extra wind and waves, when...
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