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    VRO Oil Tank Line ID?

    Hello All! Looking for a little bit of help. I've searched thru the archives and on the web, all to no avail. Please see photo. This is one of the two tanks we have feeding 97 rude 175 carb motors. We had the motors running for a good 30 minutes before purchasing the project boat with their...
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    Would anyone be interested in having starboard work done?

    Re: Would anyone be interested in having starboard work done I purchased a 252G that needs the stern access door panel redone, possibly remove the teak trim and do in starboard, and possibly the cabin door.
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    Bilge Pump size?

    Thanks for the replies! I thought Rule had the best name and reputation as you both have confirmed. Thank you!
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    Bilge Pump size?

    Can anyone recommend the proper size bilge pump for my 252G? Recommendation on brand as well? Thanks in advance for your replies! Slowly but surely giving her the TLC she sorely needs. Sanding away years of neglect......
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    Donations

    Donation sent! Thanks for the great site and all the information!
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    Teak Oil & Sealer

    I went thru some of my old boating files and found the info on what I used previously. Do a search on youtube for Integrity finishing. That was the procedure we did previously and will do again with the exception all teak will be removed from the boat.
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    Teak Oil & Sealer

    I just purchased another boat where we will be re-doing all the Teak. On my previous boats we used something called Chromaclear??. My understanding is that it is automotive clear coat finish. It is a 2 part mix. We have used it before and it held up extremely well. Stripping off any old...
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    New Member / possible purchase

    Thank you everyone. She will be delivered here the weekend after Easter. I'm sure I will be asking lots of questions in regards to issues that arise during our work on her. The previous owner did some of the craziest electrical work I have ever seen....currently entire boat operating off one...
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    New Member / possible purchase

    Both motors passed compression tests. Lowest reading was 90, highest was 95. You are absolutely right on target with those motors......we fired them. Loud, obnoxious, smoky......love it. Bought the boat and having it hauled here to Yardley Pa so we can give her the TLC she needs to be safe and...
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    New Member / possible purchase

    mboyatt, Thanks for the information. All my previous boats except one was an I/O. I appreciate your quick feedback and honest response. The boat has been sitting for about 2 years. Owner died and family did not have the funds for upkeep is my best guess. I'm sure we will be performing lots of...
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    New Member / possible purchase

    photos of motor bracket concerns Once again, Thanks in advance for any help with my issues!
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    New Member / possible purchase

    Hello all! Getting back into boating and have found an 88 Grady Trophy Pro that needs lots of TLC. We have looked the boat over carefully two times and are headed there today for compression check on both motors and to hear them run. I was looking for anyone that can answer a few of the...