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  1. Keith7481

    Lake George NY Launch info

    Hi, just wondering if anyone has any info about the Mossy Point launch facility in Ticonderoga. Anyone know if its ok to park trailer and car there overnight?? Thanks in advance. Keith
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    Gas strut replacement

    Hi Folks, Im hopping someone will be able to give me some suggestions on where to find an unusual part. I have a hatch that is held open by a gas strut, this one is the model capable of holding 20 lbs, manufacturer is the Barnes Group. One each end of the strut is a small metal clip that keeps...
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    Engine differences

    Just wondering if anyone knows what the differences are between a 5.0 GL and 5.0 Gi engine?? Thanks in advance. Keith
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    Winterizing head

    I have the type of toilet that has a small tank that holds the deodorizing fluid, the stinky blue stuff that gets pumped into the bowl before/after use. Anyone know if that stuff will freeze or can I leave it in the tank over the winter. If it will freeze, I can pump into the waste tank and...
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    Broken antenna mount

    I'm getting ready to replace a broken VHF antenna mount, pretty traditional 2 1/2 by 3 9/16 plate with a rachet mount for the antenna. I've tried to unscrew the four bolts and they will turn but not come out. I was expecting these would be tapping screws put in through a drilled hole. Now I'm...
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    Sink replacement

    I've been giving some thought to replacing the sinks in my boat, 1998 Four Winns Vista. They are the original aluminum (I think) and was considering possibly a porceline replacement for both the galley round sink and bathroom oval. Something that will look a bit nicer than the current ones...
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    Hydrolocking possible

    I've read the posts here and I suspect I hydrolocked in the lake the other day. After dieseling for a couple of seconds, while shutting down from towing a skiier, the motor won't turn over, I haven't pulled the plugs yet, but after a day of waiting and thinking, no sign of oil in the water...
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    Automatic float question

    I've been reading through the forum looking at some of the discussions about float switches and bilge pumps with the built in float switch. I recently picked up my boat from my mechanic who I had doing some minor work and had asked him to look at the float switch that I thought was sticking...
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    Auto bilge pump

    I have a an auto bilge pump in my first season boat. Have a small amount of water in there from when i was draining the water tank. I was just wondering, how much water will usually accumlate before the pump kicks on? I probably have an inch or so now, but now sure when the float will...
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    Summerizing water tank

    Hi folks, my first year with my boat and I'm attempting to get the antifreeze out of the water tank. I've run the water pump and best it does is to get it down to the last 1 1/2 inches of the pink stuff still in the tank. I can't see a drain anywere on the tank, but haven't crawled to the very...
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    Buying bunk guides

    I"ve read a few threads about different sources for buying bunk guides, but I"ve not found any yet that seem to suit what I'm looking for. Both Overtons and West carry guides, but none will fit a trailer with larger than 5" beams, my 2009 Vanguard is 5.5". So, I was just wondering if anyone...
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    238 Vista/ Considering new water tanks

    Hi Folks, I've recently bought a 1998 238 Vista, haven't picked it up yet. Am wondering about the possibility of putting in larger fresh and grey water tanks. Anyone know if there is room to do this? Thanks in advance. Keith
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    Bottom paint removal

    Hi folks, I've just picked up my boat and already thinking about getting rid of the bottom paint. Since I'll be keeping it on the trailer, I think the appearance will be nicer without it. So, I've been looking through this forum and have found many good suggestions for paint remover and also...
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    Gas additives?

    I'm in the process of buying a used boat, 1998 Four Winns 238 Vista, 5.0 OMC/Volvo SXDP. The current owner tells me he uses a fuel additive because of concerns about how ethanol could affect the engine, but he wasn't very specific about what problems might occur. Anyone have any thoughts on...
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    Boat weight question

    I'm considering buying a 2003 GS249 but am concerned abou the tow weight. I would probably pass on the boat if I can't tow with my current vehicle rated for 6200 lbs. I took this from a previous post: Weight:The website lists the boat (with 5.0 engine) at 4437lb. After towing the boat for two...
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    Carpet question

    I'm in the process of recarpeting my 18' bowrider. Purchased the 20oz marine carpet from overtons. I have the widest they sell, but for the piece that covers the floor, it will not fit the piece that I removed which I used for a template. I will need to have one seam. I decided to have the...
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    lubrication question

    I have a 1987 with a 3.0 mercruiser I/O. Wanted to lube the fitting that is just aft of the engine before the drive shaft goes through the transom, it rotates with the engine/drive. With many fittings, you can tell you have enough grease when it starts to pop out. Either this one is a bit dry...
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    Temperature gauge ideas

    After a quick search of this forum, I thought I'd post this question, which is probably pretty simple for most on this forum, but I'm stuck. My temp gauge has only worked once, I was getting ready to winterize, a muff slid and I didn't have enough water running through the system and the gauge...
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    Valve noise

    I've just started my 1987 3.0 for the first time this year. With muffs on, I noticed what sounded like some valve noise at higher RPM, but the sound was not apparent at lower engine speeds. The cylmer manual I have says the valves can not be adjusted, so I'm wondering if I might have a stuck...
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    first skiis

    I'm thinking about giving waterskiing a try this summer. I am looking for a used set of skiis to buy and recently found this set. Its estimated that they are about 65" long. Don't know how old they are. Anyone have any info on this type of ski (O'brien, but don't know the model). They are...
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