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    Fiberglass patch bilge pump area

    Looking for some advice on patching this correctly. I discovered a crack in the gelcoat where my bilge pumps/switches mount. I initially was just going to grind out the crack and put some marine tex in there to fill it. After I opened it up though, I discovered a lot of water underneath there...
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    EMP Impeller kit

    Hi everyone, first time replacing my impeller and I’m a little confused by this extra metal plate that was on the old kit. The new one did not have this. I assume that was the old gasket but sort of confused if it’s supposed to go back on underneath the new assembly. Can a real mechanic confirm...
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    Alpha 1 Gen 2 Upper Swivel Shaft Pin

    Hi, I just finished up installing my bell housing yesterday and noticed today that it looks like my upper swivel pin may not have seated all the way up in my gimbal ring. I had this thing completely broken down, primed, painted and reassembled with new parts. Does this look to be a problem with...
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    Alpha 1 Gen 2 Gimbal Ring

    Hi everyone, wanted to get an opinion on the condition of this gimbal ring. I was told by the mechanic I’m working with it looked ok but then I’ve had others say it should be replaced. My original plan was to just wire brush, sand, prime and paint. Does this look damaged or rounded out where the...
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    Twin 4.3 audible alarm

    I have had an intermittent problem with my audible alarm, going off randomly for the last few seasons. Sometimes it is a sustained beep and other times it just chirps for a second or two. Sometimes it never comes on at all. It only comes on when the boat is under load (around 3k rpm or higher)...
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    99 Monterey 276 Transom Replacement

    Hi everyone, looking for some advice on what to do with my boat. I just found out this week that the leak coming from the starboard side transom assembly is indeed due to transom rot. I have had this boat for about 6 seasons and have put a lot of time and money into miscellaneous repairs and...
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