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Started the engine up on the muffs yesterday for the first time in over a month. I replaced the impeller and the port exhaust manifold. Had a couple questions on both(and some other unrelated items) and you guys fielded them quickly and helped me out. Put it all back together without any...

What fluids to use for trim pump and trim tabs? I don't know if the fluids have ever been changed(or if it's even necessary) in the trim pump resevoir(Merc OD) or the res for the trim tabs(Bennet). I checked the manual for trim tabs and it doesn't say anywhere in it. A guy at the local marine...

I just did all my teak and after pulling off all the blue masking tape I have quite a bit of tape residue and some teak guard drips. Is it ok to use acetone to remove it or should I use something else. I used acetone on a small spot for a test and it worked(but not too well) and getting enough...

May seem like a no brainer but I need some clarification on polishing. The fiberglass probably hadn't been waxed or tended to in well over 5 years that I know of, pretty oxidized. Did the oxidation remover no problem(wet sanded a few stains with 2000 grit) already looked way better. I'm using...

Just replaced my port exhaust manifold today but now I have a question about the gasket where the riser meets the manifold. There are coolant passages around the exhaust passage and the gaskets have these same cut outs for the coolant but there is a metal plate mounted between these gaskets...

Replacing my port exhaust manifold this weekend(rusted through in the middle, bottom). I asked the marine shop where I got it if they knew the torque spec and they don't. All the other manuals I have don't go that far into detail and the outdrive manual obviously doesn't have anything to do...

My gelcoat is very oxidized, don't think the PO polished or waxed it for 10 years. I'm using the oxidation remover now and plan on moving on to the polish this weekend. Does it matter what stage I'm at before applying the lettering? I would think polishing or buffing over the lettering would...

Got the lower half of the OD off yesterday and pulled the upper half of the water pump housing and the impeller off. Most of my questions were answered with a search where I found the manual and a few other threads. Have a couple other easy questions though. 1. Do I need to use grease when...

Planning on getting a tube to pull the kids this summer and some adults. I have a 7 y/o and a 16 y/o so I want something that's good for all sizes and I would like one that can accomidate two riders. The question is about the 2 person tubes that have a recess on each side for the riders to sit...

I know all marine stuff is expensive just by the nature of what it is but WM seems to take this too far on many items I've looked at. Besides the prices when I order something it doesn't come in till next Friday. The local marine store right down the street has better prices, more...

First question is about using Cetol. I've read in many posts that it's the way to go for my teak but I have a question. I noticed when I went to WM that Sikkens is made by Cetol. The PO used Sikkens and it was peeling bad and looked like crap. I just spent all day sanding it all off and...

Great site, I've been reading a lot already and reading a lot of the links provided. Have a few questions that have come up in my reading. 1. I've read a few places that it's best to use 4200 over 5200. Bi-State Marine only carries 5200 and looked baffled when I told him I wanted 4200. When...

There's two big chunks, one on the stbd side and one on the port side. Just wondering if it's there to insulate the hull from engine heat or for extra positive bouyancy if it sinks or if it's just to take up space? Do I need to leave it there or can I take them out and use that space for...

Hello all. New to the forum so I figured I'd introduce myself. My name is Bob I have a '79 Sundancer that I got from a buddy at work a couple years ago. Only had it out twice right after I got it and the shrink wrap didn't come off for 2 years (way too much OT at work). The shrink wrap is...