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  1. Fleetwin

    Labels for Instrument Panel

    As part of my project, See link: http://forums.iboats.com/forum/boat-repair-and-restoration/boat-restoration-building-and-hull-repair/10036078-2003-fisher-bow-rider-aluminum I am rebuilding the instrument panel. As part of that, I need to replace all the labels for the switches such as...
  2. Fleetwin

    Fuel Tank-Insulated or not?

    I've been looking for a replacement fuel tank. Around 35 gallon. I see that some are "insulated" while others are not. Other than the obvious, what does insulating a fuel tank do for you?
  3. Fleetwin

    What Manuals

    Serial Numbers: Engine: 0M047305 Transom assembly: 0M403692 Drive: 0M241086 What Manuals do I need? Genuine MerCruiser What model package do I have? Thanks.
  4. Fleetwin

    No Start. 4.3L Gen+

    2003 (I believe) 4.3L Gen+ (2 barrel). Serial #: 0M047305 Engine cranks fine-No Start. Yesterday, I replaced: 1. Spark Plugs: A/C Delco 2. Plug wire set MerCruiser 3. Dist. Cap MerCruiser 4. Rotor: MerCruiser 5. Fuel/Water separating filter: MerCruiser All the parts were...
  5. Fleetwin

    Exhaust Tube Vs. Bellows

    Anyone out there have experience making the change? 2003 MerCruiser-4.3L/Alpha One A few questions: 1. Is the noise that much greater? 2. Ease of installation? 3. Overall benefit?
  6. Fleetwin

    Compression Test

    I just purchased a 2003 MerCruiser 4.3L. Serial#: 0M047305. I think it is fine but I want to perform a compression test just to see where I am. What is the easiest and best way to disable the ignition?
  7. Fleetwin

    Remote Oil Drain

    I just purchased a 2003 MerCruiser 4.3L. Serial#: 0M047305. I'd like to install a remote oil drain kit. Does anyone know the drain plug thread size? Thanks.
  8. Fleetwin

    2003 Fisher Bow Rider-Aluminum

    I am officially asking permission to join the tin fleet. Tin Addiction has struck and I can't shake it. I just purchased an 18' Fisher 2003 with a 4.3L MerCruiser. She will go through a complete restoration. On the bright side, the engine seems fine, great trailer and all the parts are there...
  9. Fleetwin

    Starcraft 18' Super Sport

    All, I'm thinking about re-joining the Tin Addiction fleet. I have my eye on a locally for sale 1975 18' Super Sport I/O. It currently has a 140 MerCruiser. it seems to run OK. However, if I'm going to restore this thing, i would think about re-powering. New I/O packages are actually...
  10. Fleetwin

    Colt Frontier .22

    I have a Colt Frontier .22 that is great shape. The only problem is that the cylinder is for .22 Mag. .22 Mag ammo is nearly, if not completely, impossible to find. Does anyone know where I can find a .22 LR cylinder. Everyone seems to be "sold out". Ideas? Thanks.
  11. Fleetwin

    Potential Engine Change

    Boat: 2009 Larson 18' SEI (This boat WAS offered with the 4.3L) Engine: 3.0L GLP-J (red) Drive: SX Opportunity: 4.3L "drop in". I have the boat listed above. I love the boat but the 3.0 is adequate. Plus, I don't like the vibrations and noise from the 3.0. I have been in a sister boat with the...
  12. Fleetwin

    Same HEADER FOR DAYS ON ANY TOPIC

    I understand there are some issues at hand. However, when I see the same iopic headers for over 24 hours, with numerous fresh posts below, it makes me wonder. The site is getting harder and harder to navigate. It did not used to be this way. Before we could see the Latest Post. Ideas?
  13. Fleetwin

    New Posts

    Why don't new posts show up as the latest post to a topic? You go to a topic area only to find out your post is the latest. In the meantime, a post that is hours old shows as latest. Frustrating.
  14. Fleetwin

    Lasik

    Lasik. Good? Bad? Experiences with it? Thanks.
  15. Fleetwin

    Hat's off to these pro's

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7P9OAng32F0 Flying one of those behemoths has got to be intimidating enough. Having mother nature throw fastballs at you has to make for some white knuckle rides. I think I was on a couple of these!:faint2:
  16. Fleetwin

    Mercury Optimax opinions

    All, Looking at buying a new boat with a 2013 150 HP Mercury Optimax. New Engine. I've run Four Strokes, I/O's, 2 Strokes, E-Tec's and the Lot. How does the Optimax compare to say, the E-Tec? Opinions/Experiences? Thanks.
  17. Fleetwin

    Amaerican Icon-Passes

    William Clay Ford-Father of Bill Ford-recently passed. William Clay Ford, who helped steer Ford Motor Company into the modern era as an employee, director and influential member of the Ford family, died this morning at his home from pneumonia. Mr. Ford, 88, served as Director Emeritus, Ford...
  18. Fleetwin

    Classic Cars

    We have a local Car Show, in my neighborhood, about once a quarter. It is held at the local High School and is typically a fund raiser for the High School activities. All good. The show is increasing in size and popularity, again-all good. Last week, there were about 200 cars on display. I...
  19. Fleetwin

    Looking for good waterprrof switch

    I'm looking for a source for a good (quality) water proof switch. I need a SPDT (Single Pole Double Throw) On-off-On Momentary. The application will be to add a trim/tilt swich to the transom area to lift the outdrive (Volvo Penta SX) while outside the boat. The V-P uses a three wire system...
  20. Fleetwin

    iboats-why I never go anywhere else

    Recently, I placed an order with Volvo Penta-USA (I only use OEM parts), knowing that iboats is the broker and handler of the shipments. I've done this before. As it went along, the order slowed down and it seemed the shipment date was too long for such routine maintenance parts. But, I...
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