Forum: Engines & props
09 October 2012, 17:16
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,800
water in fuel
I drained about 8 ounces of fuel and noticed a small amount of water in the bottom of the jar (approx 2 ml).
I don't think I have a fuel system leak because the primer bulb is hard after a few...
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Forum: Engines & props
05 October 2012, 22:33
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,800
follow-up
thanks for the feedback. What I forgot to mention was that the fuel gauge showed about 1/3 when we started, but had dropped to near empty after 30-45 minutes. If I rule out a defective fuel gauge,...
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Forum: Engines & props
02 October 2012, 23:13
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Replies: 5
Views: 1,800
Merc 60HP runs rough
A week ago my 1996 2 stroke 60HP Mercury bogged down at full throttle. I took it out again yesterday and the engine ran rough shortly after launch. No power at high throttle and seemed to vibrate...
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Forum: Electrics and electronics
30 June 2012, 00:48
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Replies: 2
Views: 2,187
Closed cell battery or not?
I just purchased a 14' and need to replace one of the two batteries. The batteries are seperate, not hooked up with a "T" or any other switch. They are group 24; the one that's still good is an...
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Forum: Inflatable boats - SIBs and folding RIBs
17 June 2012, 08:59
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,447
Hull bottom paint texture.
While looking at a RIB for sale today I noticed that the paint on the bottom of the hull was lightly textured. Is this okay, or should the finish be smooth instead?
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
13 June 2012, 13:45
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Replies: 13
Views: 16,381
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Forum: RIBs & ribbing
13 June 2012, 04:25
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Replies: 13
Views: 16,381
Aqua-pro Alumninum hull/floor pros/cons
I'm new to the hobby and am considering a 14 foot 1999 Aqua-pro aluminum hard bottom inflatable with an aluminum deck. What are the pros & cons of aluminum vs. fiberglass? Does anybody have +/-...
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