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  1. rapa123

    Installing New OEM Egg Crate Foam for Engine Hatch?

    Hi, I'm getting ready to replace my engine hatch 2 1/2" egg crate foam for my 2006 244 FourWinns. I'll be using new oem egg crate foam that is still currently being used by FourWinns. I'm looking for a good adhesive that has a great heat resistance that will grab and hold up over time. I've been...
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    2006 Four Winns 244 5.7 GXI-GF Alternator Harness Connection?

    Hi, I performed my normal winterizing last fall and I'm now getting my 2006 Four Winns Funship deck boat with 5.7 GXI-GF gas engine ready for the season. I noticed a two wire alternator connector disconnected on the lower back side of it. I'd like to add, this connector only has one wire...
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    Paint Plugged my Volvo Penta Hi/Low Fuel Pump

    I have a 2006 Four Winns 224 deckboat with only 220 hours on it. I've owned this boat since new back in 2006 with no issues......... until now. The engine is a 5.7 GXI-G in which the fuel pump failed due to them painting the inner assembly. This paint has softened and flaked due to ethanol fuel...
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    How To? 5.7 GXI Alternator and Serpentine Belt Replacement

    Hi, I have a 2006 Four Winns deckboat with a Volvo Penta 5.7 GXI. I would like to know if there are any DIY videos and/or instruction for replacing the alternator and serpentine belt? If there is, could you please point me in the right direction? Thanks. Ray
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    Impeller Oil Alternative?

    I'm about to perform my engine maintenance on my 2006 244 Funship. I would like to know if there is an alternative impeller oil for my 5.7 GXI Volvo Penta engine. For clarity, this is the tiny packet of oil used that usually comes with a new impeller kit. This oil isn't readily available in my...
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    What Replaced Volvo Penta Full Synthetic SAE 30 Engine Oil?

    Hi, I'm sure this has been talked about, but I just found out that this oil is no longer available. I have a 2006 Volvo Penta 5.7GXi/DP 320hp engine in my Four Winns boat. I have always used Volvo Penta Full Synthetic gasoline engine oil SAE 30. What oil is recommended for its replacement...
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    Pest Control

    Hi, I normally keep my 24' FourWinns deck boat in my pole barn with "no" mouse issues. I just had a full, waterline cover made due to having no other protection at my cabin 175 miles away. In addition to UV/weather protection, I'm concerned about pests protection against mice, squirrels, etc...
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    Storage Cover Needed - 2006 244 Funship w/ Wakeboard Tower

    Hi, I have a 2006 244 Funship with a factory installed wakeboard tower. I am currently looking to have an outer cover made to go over my existing factory cover along with covering partially down the sides of the boat. I'm doing this for protection from UV and mother natures elements. I normally...
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    2006 Four Winns Funship 244 Depth Sounder Settings??

    Hi, I have a 2006 Funship 244 and would like to know what your depth sounder settings are? My draft is 33" (drive down). I currently have my shallow water setting a 4' with my other settings keel, transducer & deep water set at 0.0 on my Faria depth sounder. Just curious.... Thanks, Ray
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    Motive Power Bleeder Help Needed:

    ~~Getting ready to power bleed with the Motive bleeder. My boat trailer is tandem axle. Upon reading the instructions http://motiveproducts.3dcartstores.c...ons_ep_50.html number 9 and 10 has me a little puzzled. If you could explain in better terms and/or give me your steps using the power...
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    Powerwinch Re-Wiring

    Hi, I have a Powerwinch RC30 which came with a 60amp breaker (placed at the battery) and 25' of 10 awg positive/negative wire. I'm seriously thinking about running 8 awg wire for better load in keeping it cooler. 10 awg seems to be a little on the small side. I'm sure Powerwinch keeps their wire...
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    Surge Disc Brake Bleeding - 2006 244 Funship

    Hi, I don't believe my surge brakes are working properly (or at all). My 2006 FourWinns dual axle trailer came with the Tie Down Engineering surge brake actuator model 125. I don't have any apparent leaks, but I'm going to start by removing all four wheels for inspection and then follow up by...
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    Yacht Brite Pro Polish by Shurhold; Have You Used This??

    Hi, I just received my Yacht Brite Pro Polish by Shurhold. I will be using my Porter Cable 7424XP DA polisher. The gelcoat on my boat is in excellant condition with no signs of chalking/oxidation. I have a few questions for those of you that used this product; 1) Is the black Shurhold Pro...
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    What's Your Favorite Polymer Sealant?

    Hi, I'm looking for suggestions for a great polymer sealant to use on my gel coat boat. After doing alot of research, it appears that most people are turning over to polymer sealants instead of wax. I will be applying with a Porter Cable 7424XP DA polisher. What is your favorite polymer...
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    Primary Shaft & Bearings Lubrication?

    Hi, I have a 2006 FourWinns deckboat with a Volvo Penta 5.7 GXI-GF DP-S stern drive. I usually do all of my own maintenance, but I noticed, of course, that in order to lubricate the primary shaft & bearings of my engine, the drive unit needs to be removed. According to Volvo Pentas operator's...
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    Power Jack??

    Hi, I am looking for a power jack with at least a 2000k rating for my boat trailer. It needs to be a side mount and preferably a swivel type mount. I currently have a manual swivel jack. I can't find anyone that manufacture's a side swivel mount power jack that is rated at 2000k or more. I know...
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    Power Swivel Jack??

    Hi, I would like to install a swivel type power jack on my boat trailer. I currently have a manual swivel jack. Problem is, I can't find anyone or manufacturer that makes a swivel type power jack. At this time i'm considering purchasing an Atwood power jack such as their model #80524. I would...
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    Newbie - I Hate Surge Brakes!

    :|Hi Everyone, I just purchased a new 2006 Fourwinns 24' Funship deckboat this year w/ a tandem axle trailer (approx. 5000 lbs). I love everything with the exception of the trailer. When pulling away from a stop the clunk from the freeplay of the coupler jerks my whole truck. I went to my...
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    Winterization Flushing Adapter??

    8)Hi Everyone, Well I'm about to winterize my 2006 244 Funship Volvo Penta 5.7 GXI Dual Prop. Upon reading my manual, I discovered that there is a flushing adapter (looks similar to a dip stick tube) that you thread a garden hose onto. This is located on the starboard side of the engine. I'm...
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    24' Boat Smart Tabs or Hydrofoil??

    :) Hi,<br /> First, being new to the forum, we would like to say "Wow" what a source of information from a numerious amount of experienced boaters! <br /> We have a 24' 2006 FourWinns deckboat w/ 5.7 GXI-G(F)320hp Volvo Penta DP-S I/O w/power trim/tilt. We love every aspect of the boat. We...
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