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    Smoking at startup

    200 Ocean runner 1993. Had the anti syphon valve cleaned. did not smoke as bad. but after storage sitting smoked like crazy for a while, then not so bad. Rich Gas from sitting? Low hrs. on the motor. Could age be a culprit on the VRO pump.
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    Seastar Helm leak

    I recently had the seal replaced where the helm attaches to the boat. After the boat had sat out in the blazing sun the fluid had dribbled once again down the boat below the helm. When I asked the OMC repair shop abou this he said that maybe it was filled too full and expanded and leaked out the...
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    1993 200 Ocean Runner water pump

    Can the novice change an impellor with the right manual?
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    zinc anodes

    On my 1993 200 Ocean runner there seems to be 2 anodes. They are 90% of original size. Do these waste away or just loose there effectiveness after a certain amount of time? I run mostly in brackish water. Is there a rec. change interval or signs of needing replacement? Thanks for you responses.
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    4 bolted block

    What is the square plate sticking out on either side below the cowling with 4 bolts on either side? 93' 200 ocean runner. Estimated time to change a water pump 1st time if some what mechanical? sAre special tools needed? Thanks to all for your responses!
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    GPH at WOT?

    I have a carb. engine. I was told that the formula was: Hp divided by 10 +1. Does this sound right? Take a kid fishing!
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    Reliable Sure Lube Or Bearing Buddies

    Which Is Better In Your Opinion And Why?
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    Anti-syphon or check valve

    Where is this located? What happens when it is clogged? Thx
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    1994 Hs 2000 Dc

    Does my 94 have Kevlar reinforced keel? Also I have water that will not always drain out of the front lower bow section.Is it plugged?
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    black powder on inside of exhaust

    I was told there is a problem with the black powder( soot) on the exhaust of my 1994 200 2 cycle? What would this indicate?
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    VRO '94 200 ocean runner

    I have an issue with my 94 with very low hrs.( I have had it 4 yrs, with reg. Maint) smoking very bad at start up, even after warm up i get more smoke than usual on restart. I have been told that the diaphram may be bad( it is 14 years old) causing oil to seep after shut off. It tapers off...
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    Pumped

    I have a pump in pump out live well and it will not work.When I throw the toggle switch ,nothing.<br />I pushed in the breaker and no luck. Is it the pump maybe or clogged?<br />How can I test it? I can barely get to the pump through the access port so change ot will be a bear..<br />Any...
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    Pumped

    I have a pump in pump out live well and it will not work.When I throw the toggle switch ,nothing.<br />I pushed in the breaker and no luck. Is it the pump maybe or clogged?<br />How can I test it? I can barely get to the pump through the access port so change ot will be a bear..<br />Any...
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    No Thermostats?

    Recently had my 1994 200 OMC serviced and the tech said that it had no thermostats in it.<br />The guy I bought it from last June had run alot in salt water and he said that that is probably the reason. He took them out cause they corrode and stick from salt. and maybe he was not a regular...
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    did he really?

    I just took my boat in for a Get Ready for Summer check up. Among the usual things plugs, impeller etc...., I had him check the Perko Dual battery switch that I have. he checked it and said that it was OK and I had a dead battery and the other one did OK with a load Test.<br />Here is the Fishy...
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    Synthetics and smoke

    I may try full syn just to see what it does for the smoking, LIKE A SHERMAN TANK!<br /><br />I enjoy reading all the opinions on the TCW3 oils and types,its all helpful.<br />I have been runing the Wally Penzoil syn blend. because I have not read any posts that say my 200 Johnny Seahorse will...
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    Fuel Stabilizer needed?

    Is Stabil or a similar product really necessary?<br />I live in north FL, where it rarely freezes or even gets below 40F for that matter.<br />I do not do any Special Storage prep. for my boat when the usage goes down to say once a month in the winter months here.
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    Re-Carpeting Bunks?

    I have to re carpet my bunks.The carpet (or material) is thin at the end so you can almost feel the wood and soon it will scratch the boat? Wanted advise on type of materials and fasteners to use.<br />Also, how hard is it to put in a new braking system (everything front to back)hydrolic...
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    muffed motor

    I recently went out for a spin with someone that has owned a lot more boats than I have. When it was time to flush the motor(salt water) out he was in the boat and I was putting the muff on the foot. After all clear, to my surprise he raced the motor in neutral, forward and reverse.<br />I have...
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    But it pees just fine!

    Should you replace the water pump every season?<br />I have spoken to many who do it every other... some every 3 seasons... some say if the gauge shows good pressure it's OK... some say just keep an eye on the stream, if it drops...replace it then...one marine shop says every season to the tune...
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