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    Missing anode part number

    I am trying to purchase an anode part number 3852970 for sx drive inner cavity. I am told from my uk supplier that is shows up on computer as nla no longer available. Has it be replaced or no longer required.
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    SX trim cylinder rebuild

    I have taken apart my trim cylinders because of the constant leak in there. Looking at the stainless extension bars they are pitted and need replacing but I cannot seem to get them as seperate parts. Therefore a local machine shop is the answer I feel but am trying to get the drawings for them...
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    Antifoul undercoat of outdrive

    I have removed my outdrive on the boat for essential maintenance and have had the chance to now throughly clean all the components before replacing. I have had the prop shot blasted and it is now like new and am going to have the drive, transom and steeering arm done also to bring the parts...
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    Exhaust bellows - moulten plastic

    Removed my drive yesterday and found 2 lumps of moulten plastic in the exhaust bellows. Did have an issue sometime ago with a Perko valve breaking and causing overheating. Not had a chance yet to check engine side bellows but all looks OK from the outside with no leaks and has been running fine...
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    Trim line pipe leaks

    Hello everyone at i-boats. The up hose from the trim pump has burned out against my exhaust and now I have lost all the fluid from it and trim tilt is not operating. The leak is very visible and I would like to replace the whole hose and not try and re-connect them. The problem is it's not...
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    Loose pulley drive

    I was changing the belts this week on the boat and have noticed that the main pulley drive moves about but I have tried to tighten the 4 bolts on there but they seem OK. Is it normal for this pulley to be loose? It does make a noise also when driving How can I tighten it up?
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    What damage done after overheating?

    Had a problem with one of those Perko flush valves on the weekend, the outlet pipe from it broke off in the inlet hose going to the seawater pump. What a piece of rubbish. I was only going for around 2mins but when I smelt the engine I checked the gauge and it was right over at 240, so switched...
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    Bearing noise maybe?

    I have just noticed a noise coming from the large wheel at the front of the engine which I believe is for the camshaft? Its not any of the other drive belt wheels but just seems to be this one only My mate reckons it may be a dry bearing, how can I investigate or get some lube in there.
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    Inlet hose part number

    Does anyone know what the inlet hose part number is that runs the seawater into the water pump on the engine? A picture or scematic would be appreciated
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    ATF oil for trim / tilt

    Volvo Penta specify that you must use there ATF oil for topping up the trim/tilt sytem but it seems way over priced. Does anyone know the oil specification, I am sure it can be bought cheaply from an auto store and do the same job?
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    Sterndrive antifouling

    Bought some silver spray for SX leg, antifoul, what is the best way to prepare the surface. I have compressed air to clean down and also a small shot blaster, can this be used to remove surface paint? What about the prop, can I shot blast and paint with antifoul too? Has anyone any experience in...
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    Trim / Tilt cylinders leaking

    My trim/tilt hydraulic cylinders are leaking again despite having them resealed on 2 occasions. The guy at the shop told me that the shafts were scored and if they were raised or lowered the full amount then they would drag the seals out. He advised replacing them but they are not cheap here in...
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    Which boat battery?

    Can someone tell me which boat battery size would suit my needs? How do I calculate the required size? There is only a GPS, fishfinder and radio on board, other details are below. It will need to be both a starting battery and for leisure use to operate the above.
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    USA to UK conversion plug

    I have an EZ loader trailer with the following connector on it: and was wondering if I could get hold of a conversion plug to go from this to fit into my 7 pin plug jeep socket: Also for information purposes, here is the front of the trailer:
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    EZ loader trailer brakes problem

    I have an EZ loader trailer from around 1996 here in the UK. Although hydraulic brakes are banned here in the UK I would still like to get them working again. My mechanic has removed the brake drums and says that the pistons are completely seized. Where can I get replacements x2? Please see the...
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    Spare battery?

    I only have 1 battery on my boat and sometimes when i moor it at various locations, like to listen to music and leave the fishfinder running also. I am worried that there will not be enough power to start it after and so have fitted a device which shuts off the power at 11.9 V allowing enough...
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    A more reliable fuel gauge

    Although I always fill the tank up for most journeys, I do not find the fuel gauge very reliable. I always trust my knowledge of the boat instead and extra gas on board just in case. Is there a known device out there for better reading of the fuel levels and not dependant on whether or not you...
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    Leaking petrol??

    When I leave my boat for a while and then tilt the leg or rock the boat a small film of what looks like petrol comed from the leg. I originally thought it was trim/tilt fluid at the beginning of the season but I have had both rams re-sealed and still the problem is there. There is no fluid drop...
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    RPM gauge false reading

    My RPM gauge is not reading corectly as it is now idiling at 2000 RPM and when switched off reads 1000 RPM. How can I re-set it to zero?
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    EZ Loader trailer brake pipes

    I have an EZ loader trailer (circ. 1997) and one of the steel brake pipes has broken. I wish to flare the end of the pipe and fit a new connector but cannot get a flaring tool here in the UK which is small enough to do the job. Is there a certain size flaring tool you use in the USA so I may try...
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