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    DennisG01 replied to the thread Need to ground a fuel tank.
    It's actually "pink", but I'm only mentioning that so you have reference of the proper colors. If your gauge works, then the tank or...
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    OK, we're on different pages here. Your first post made it sound like this was a project you were definitely going to do. When I do...
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    Not really. You're taking the seat off regardless so it doesn't matter. Besides, it won't fall right off - it would loosen and then...
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    Well... what happens when you try removing the screws? It seems this is probably a pretty easy one to answer for yourself :) I mean...
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    This is not a knock against anyone here, but you don't want to trust some unknown guy's measurements. You want to take your own...
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    DennisG01 replied to the thread Transom Leaking.
    Good point. If there's no obvious signs of how water could be getting in such as corroded aluminum where the SS screws are, then this...
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    DennisG01 replied to the thread Steering wheel removal.
    Yup - all wheels have to have essentially the same "functional" nut holding it on since the steering shafts are standardized.
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    DennisG01 replied to the thread Steering wheel removal.
    If it's a pop-off style, tapping it with a rubber mallet (or similar) from the side should start to dislodge it. Obviously, use light...
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    DennisG01 replied to the thread Starting.
    You didn't mention what engine you have - that would be more relevant to this issue than the boat. Some engines, as noted, won't do...
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    Try contacting KUS and ask them if there's a retailer in Canada. Or check with your local marina or marine store - that, I think...
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    DennisG01 replied to the thread Transom Leaking.
    It's a little hard to follow some of your wording, but I think I have the jist of it. Do you use bottom paint with copper in it? That...
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    DennisG01 replied to the thread Steering wheel removal.
    If you're vice grips (or slip joint pliers) are large enough... put a thin pad in between the jaws of the pliers and the flats of the...
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    DennisG01 replied to the thread Steering wheel removal.
    It looks like it just unscrews? Can't do it with your hand? Try a strap wrench or a rag and a large crescent wrench (it has smooth jaws).
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    DennisG01 replied to the thread Electrical problem of the day.
    That's probably a good idea. I mean, if you stuck something else in there, like hot dogs, it probably wouldn't work so well :) :) :)
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    Oh well. Worth a shot. 30 years is a long time to find a perfectly matching replacement. I replaced my 40 year old ones, though, and...