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Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-25-2014, 09:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 750
Posted By LakeRider57

Hi 32fever, First of all, I didn't think...

Hi 32fever,

First of all, I didn't think hydro-hoist had a lift with toons that are 45' long, I thought their longest was 28'. Most people with docks just leave the toons up high enough so the...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
06-17-2013, 08:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,444
Posted By LakeRider57

Firefox is blocking also, saying its...

Firefox is blocking also, saying its malware....not good
Forum: General Boating Discussion
02-07-2012, 08:05 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 14,317
Posted By LakeRider57

I had a trailer that was stolen. Had a huge...

I had a trailer that was stolen. Had a huge bulldog hitch lock and coupler lock. Also had chains through rims around the axles. The thieves cut everything off because each was accessible to the bolt...
Forum: Poker Runs and Boating Events
06-10-2011, 08:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,297
Posted By LakeRider57

My bad - I thought Area 51 Marina was included,...

My bad - I thought Area 51 Marina was included, it is not.

Here are the stops:

No. 9 Marina,
Evergreen Marina,
Belle Starr Marina,
Eufaula Cove Marina
South Point Pavilion, known to...
Forum: Poker Runs and Boating Events
06-10-2011, 07:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,297
Posted By LakeRider57

On your way to Area 51 Marina, the channel...

On your way to Area 51 Marina, the channel narrows substantially, please stay far away from the docks & slips as some of them sustained damage the last time -- enjoy the Poker Run.
Forum: General Boating Discussion
10-20-2009, 09:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 573
Posted By LakeRider57

In general, I find it easier to dock when going...

In general, I find it easier to dock when going into the wind and waves -- you have more control. If the wind is behind you, you can be pushed into the dock especially when it is rough.

Another...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
10-07-2009, 08:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 700
Posted By LakeRider57

refreshing...

refreshing...
Forum: Southeast US
10-05-2009, 01:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,941
Posted By LakeRider57

Joe, Thanks for the great advise. I'll also...

Joe,

Thanks for the great advise. I'll also consider Naples and Marco Island. Are there particular places where large numbers of boaters tie up and enjoy the weekends ? I really like the...
Forum: Southeast US
10-02-2009, 01:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,941
Posted By LakeRider57

Where to live in Florida if boater ?

With real estate down, I'm starting to look at possible homes in Florida to live in the future,

- would prefer Gulf side,
- small single family house or condo
- preferrably waterfront or...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
07-09-2009, 04:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 23,178
Posted By LakeRider57

After a little bit more research, I found: ...

After a little bit more research, I found:

Constant tone alarms are for:
1.) engine coolant temp overheat,
2.) low engine oil pressure,
3.) engine overspeed,
4.) exhaust manifold...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
07-09-2009, 03:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 23,178
Posted By LakeRider57

I believe there are 4 alarm possibilities: ...

I believe there are 4 alarm possibilities:

1.) IAC (Idle Air Control) failure
2.) Drive oil level too low
3.) Oil pressure too low
4.) engine temp too high
Forum: General Boating Discussion
06-23-2009, 03:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,448
Posted By LakeRider57

Thumbs up Thanks for the info. Another lesson learned...

Thanks for the info. Another lesson learned...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
06-23-2009, 01:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,448
Posted By LakeRider57

I contacted my local Mercruiser repair place and...

I contacted my local Mercruiser repair place and he also told me that once the fuel filter is full, they starve the engine of fuel. He told me he just had a 24' boat in last week which would not run...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
06-23-2009, 10:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,448
Posted By LakeRider57

In response to: "If there's enough water in the...

In response to: "If there's enough water in the fuel tank to fill the separator then you're still skrewed. The rest goes right into the engine."

I believe the water-separating fuel filter will...
Forum: General Q & A
06-23-2009, 08:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 729
Posted By LakeRider57

Fuel-injected or carb ? Ethanol-based fuel...

Fuel-injected or carb ?

Ethanol-based fuel being used or not ?

A carb engine usually has enough fuel in the bowl to restart again. Fuel-injected engines without water-cooled fuel rails WILL...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
06-23-2009, 08:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,448
Posted By LakeRider57

The water separating fuel filters are so good...

The water separating fuel filters are so good nowdays that they won't let any water past to the engine -- check the fuel filter, if no water, then that is not the issue.

Are you burning...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
05-28-2009, 08:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 39,370
Posted By LakeRider57

In response to US1 Fountain's comment: "You'll...

In response to US1 Fountain's comment: "You'll kick yourself settling for a smaller boat in order to save a couple days garge remodel work. Once thats done, it's done."

Its more complicated than...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
05-27-2009, 04:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 39,370
Posted By LakeRider57

I'm contacting the dealers directly to get...

I'm contacting the dealers directly to get approximate heights on the trailers. Thought the info would be helpful to others, so I will post it as I get it:

Boat ...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
05-26-2009, 02:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 39,370
Posted By LakeRider57

Thanks for the replies. I can easily add...

Thanks for the replies.

I can easily add 10' - 12' onto the current garage length because I'm pretty handy with the welder -- its really just the garage door I'm concerned about, its pretty hard...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
05-26-2009, 10:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 39,370
Posted By LakeRider57

Found out that the Fountain 29 Fever on 15"...

Found out that the Fountain 29 Fever on 15" trailer wheels is 7' 6".

Any others ?
Forum: General Boating Discussion
05-26-2009, 08:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 39,370
Posted By LakeRider57

Need various Boat heights on their Trailer

I currently have a 20' x 30' garage which I can easily extend to accomodate a longer boat but the garage door is only 8' which yields a 7' 9" usable height.

I would like to know the maximum boat...
Forum: General Q & A
05-18-2009, 09:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,971
Posted By LakeRider57

I believe this is correct for the 500's: ...

I believe this is correct for the 500's:

Comp 292
======
Comp 292 (16) $124.99 929-16 - Comp Cams Dual Valve Springs -- Jegs and Summit Racing has them

Isky 8205 Plus
=========...
Forum: General Q & A
05-15-2009, 09:37 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,971
Posted By LakeRider57

TexomaPowerboater, so would a surveyor or local...

TexomaPowerboater, so would a surveyor or local boat mechanic have caught this issue with non-marine heads or do you have to dis-assemble the engine somewhat ?

Please educate me, what is the...
Forum: General Q & A
05-14-2009, 01:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,971
Posted By LakeRider57

thanks, I was more referring to the stock...

thanks,

I was more referring to the stock motors that probably most of the performance boats have when bought off the show room floor.
Forum: General Q & A
05-14-2009, 01:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,971
Posted By LakeRider57

When too many engine hours ?

For the used high performance boats, when are there too many hours (assuming boat was run hard) and need to just move on and look at another boat ?

In reading the different threads, it looks like...
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