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    Random change in rpm at wot...BIG CHANGE

    Sorry for delayed response. On my next trip out after last post, I put in single handed. I took her off the trailer by rope and tied her to the dock while went to park the truck. Came back and opened engine compartment to find she was taking on considerable amounts of water. I turned on the...
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    Random change in rpm at wot...BIG CHANGE

    Sorry I just saw this reply. I never realized it is not linear. That's interesting. I'm guessing it would top out somewhere around 4800, but I understand and believe your statement, which means I also understand my 'guess' worthless. I've just enjoyed being back out on the water after so long so...
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    Random change in rpm at wot...BIG CHANGE

    Hello all!!! I realize how old this thread is. I can't believe it's been 5 years. Life is crazy. Sometimes you think you're down, but you don't see the cliff up ahead and realize how far down being down really is. But with family, a little luck and by the Grace of God, you keep going. One foot...
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    Random change in rpm at wot...BIG CHANGE

    hi there. i have a 1999 bayliner capri ss 3.0lx. i crunched my stock aluminum prop and bought a used one on ebay. I didn't do my homework and was too easily attracted to how nice and shiny it was. so i ended up with less than ideal prop. and i realize that, and realize that my wot is too high...
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    Alpha 1 wont fully engage

    So here's my story... I have scoured the forums, but have yet to come across an incident (and more specifically, a resolution) quite like my current dilemma. But I have learned a great deal in the process. Not unlike when I when I broke 5 out of 8 spark plugs on my F150. I assure you I am...
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    an ounce of prevention...

    Hey y'all. I was fortunate to get a super clean little '98 bayliner capri 1850 ss with mercruiser 3.0litre/lx & alphaone. We got at the end of last summer & has spent the winter in my garage in las Vegas. I want to start off this season right & take good care of our new toy. My question is how...
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