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    slow running suzi 250 4 stroke

    I have a 2005 Suzi 250 4 stroke that I recently bought. Before running, I replaced the old Sierra filter with a Yami 10 micron filter and replaced the other fuel filter as well. The old filters had some water in them. I also drained the fuel tank of any remaining gas(approx 15 gallons) and...
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    1987 228G baitwell pump

    I am not getting water into the transom livewell. It started to fill up yesterday (approx 1 qt) but shut down after. I have a raw water pickup strainer on the bottom of the boat, the cutoff valve is open, and a new Baitmaster pump inside the cuddy cabin. When I flip the toggle,I can here the...
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    washdown/live baitwell pump

    I have a Shurflo Problaster pump that functions in both capacities through a Y valve at the stern. When I switch it over to washdown the fuse blows on the switch panel. If I operate in the baitwell mode it does fine. Today the pump wouldnt work in either capacity When I flip up the toggle...
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    how do you wet sand?

    How and what do you use to wet sand a boat? I want to remove some swirl marks, scrathes, and dull areas on the cuddy cabin
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    replacing factory rub rail with new factory rub rail

    How hard is it to replace the 2 piece rub rail on 228g Grady?Any tricks or idaes on making job easier. I was told the insert is difficult to fit unless it is warmed to make it more pliable
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    replacing aluminum trim piece on non skid deck

    has anyone replaced the aluminum trim piece that runs between the non skid deck and the walkaround step next to the cuddy cabin on a 1987 22 seafarer ? It is about a 1/2 "wide and is pop riveted into the fiberglass. Is it tucked under the deck or can you pull it out and replace it?Mine is...
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    sealing deck lid

    I sealed fuel tank deck lid with white GE silicone II tub and bath caulk. The problem is the caulk is still tackey after a week. What is the problem? Can I use 3M clear silicone marine sealant if I decide to redo? It seems easier to work with
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    painting inside cuddy

    want to tear out old carpet inside 228g cuddy. anyone have experience/pics with painting inside cuddy. any advice as to surface prep, type of paint to use, brush vs roller,how to hide wires? if paint is not a good choice, what can you use?
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    repairing fiberglass fuel tank coffin lid

    The 2' by 4' fiberglass cockpit panel that covers fuel tank is spongy around the plastic access hatch. I have removed the panel and the wooden squares are soft. I plan to chisel it down to fiberglass . Can someone walk me thru the next steps to repair? It looks like I need to use 3/4" marine...