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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Scupper hoses.Have you checked the integirty of the transom and whether or not there is risk of the engines breaking off the transom? With the...
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Scupper hoses.True, but... if you had a 2-1/2" hole thru your transom, yet it was 2" above the waterline, would you put the boat in the water?
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Scupper hoses.I'm thinking that since it wasn't replaced already, it's in an awkward spot (like most)... which means trying to get hands in there to...
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Scupper hoses.I'd be worried that they could leak/rupture unexpectedly and possibly sink your boat. Especially since it seems like the boat is in a...
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Low Idle speed question.Yeah, and on top of that the fuel prices are crazy! But, yes, I understand what you're saying. Sometimes, there just isn't enough...
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Bow eye hook crack.:p
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Can’t reach lower transom mounting bolt!!.We call them "Bilge Monkeys" :)
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Bow eye hook crack.Just a small point of clarification - it depends on the manufacturer. For example, Sea Ray's bow eyes ARE meant for lifting, as well.
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Low Idle speed question.Just for giggles, open the fuel cap and see if it changes anything. If not, remove and clean the AS valve. While it's off, blow...
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Bow eye hook crack.The crack, by itself, doesn't concern me. But it's what I'm seeing in your second picture that deserves more investigation - the...
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Bottom paint.I think that's a good plan. It's "probably" OK the way it is... and covering it up with known-metal free is also "probably" OK. But if...
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Stupid question, but need help.Actually, in that setup, only every 3rd orange wire is positive - be sure to count starting at the inboard most wire AFTER the first...
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Vinyl Repair.VLP vinyl repair - clear glue meant for vinyl - you can stitch it together a bit at a time with little strips of tape if needed. You...
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread Bottom paint.It's sort of a 50-50 thing... there's no "best" answer. I just use an Eco (no metals) paint on everything to keep things simple...
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DDennisG01 replied to the thread hidden HIN number on 2000 GW adevture.Cool - thanks for following up on that - that will help others, I'm sure.