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    Loss of Oil Pressure

    After running around for about an hour today, my '09 5.0 MPI Mercruiser (260HP, Alpha one, 28 hours on all) lost oil pressure suddenly (as I slowed down). I stopped immediately and was towed to the nearest dock. Is there a fuse or circuit breaker that I should check (hoping its something simple)?
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    Evinrude 9.5hp Sportwin 1964

    I bought a small fishing boat with a 1963 Evinrude 9.5hp Sportwin. So far, I have only been able to get the engine to run a very short time (10-15 seconds) with the choke on. The motor was in use and I am told by the previous owner that it used to purr like a kitten (and he had the carb redone...
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    Titling a Trailer in Illinois

    I bought a small fishing boat with a trailer from a neighboring state that doesn't require titles for the trailer - I am not trying to title/register it in Illinois. The trailer has no VIN - the DMV gave me paperwork for titling it as if I had built it. Has this happened and how did you...
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    Correct Prop or need advice

    Hi, I just moved to a upgraded to a new boat and want to make sure the prop is right (before I pick up a spare for it). Information below (I think hwsiii used the form below for data collection) - I doubt we will ever take the boat to WOT and will most likely have an extra adult or 2 on board...
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