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The scenario is two MAG 350s/BIIIs/DTS/Axius. When my port engine is in forward gear, I am hearing a random "ticking/clicking" noise coming from the engine compartment. It is not a constant patterned sound, but the noise is always there, and it's something of a...

It's time for new and improved batteries. After spending a good couple of hours searching the web for the best price, I zeroed in on StreetSideAuto for my Optima 31s. Free shipping, and since I don't live in MO, no tax. Amazon Prime had them for the same price, but tag on our 10.25% around...

When I got my new-to-me 300 SLX last season, it had 100 hours. At WOT, it would easily reach 52-53 MPH @5000-5100 RPM. Since the boat is >3 years and over the 100 hour mark, I decided to do a tune-up towards the end of last season: plugs, caps, rotors, distributors, fuel filters, water...

I did some electronics upgrading and no longer need the factory installed Garmin 640 GPS that came with my 300 SLX. Comes with: * In-dash "docking" mount incl. power cables (you can remove the GPS unit and take it...wherever) * Garmin 640 * Protective cover Asking $400 (incl. shipping) for...

My 2011 350 MAGs love to kick out the dreaded VesselView error code: Engine Mis-Fire. This is a code that can only be reset with the highly coveted MerCruiser tech software. This started at the beginning of the season (May 1). The boat had 95 hours on it when I took possession, and the first...

On my 2011 300 SLX with SmartCrap, once the fuel tank is less than 1/2 full, the dash gauge (and VesselView - but the same data feeds both readouts) will drop sharply to 1/4, and then show 0 gallons when there is still about 1/3 of a tank. Those who have VV can relate: low and critically low...

My helm switches are attached to a plastic panel that looks to be separate from the vinyl surround. The panel must come out for access, but there are no obvious screws/fasteners to make removal easy. Does anybody have experience in pulling these things out (and not cracking/breaking them)...

I was changing the cap/rotor on the STBD engine, and while removing one of the ECM bolts (which is right under the 50 AMP breaker), some sparks flew off the wrench and then they stopped. (Ignition keys were off but battery switches were not.) I completed the cap/rotor replacement, but when I...

My 300 SLX has the factory extended swim platform. When I step on it, there is definitely some "bounce" that occurs -- almost to the point where I try to be gentle when landing on it for fear it may fall off. I think it's far from falling off, but every other extended platform I've stepped on...

I've got some T-350 MAGs that need a little love. Boat is operational, so I could take it anywhere, but would really like to establish a relationship with a mechanic who can visit the dock and make the occasional fix (but not too occasional!). Any recommendations are appreciated. Thanks!

I'm inviting a rather large crew out in a few weeks, most of whom have never really been boating. I broadcasted an email (sounds so official, doesn't it?) with a few suggestions a.k.a. rules: * No black-soled shoes and/or high-heels (duh!) * Pack a bag with sunscreen, towel, dry clothes...

I know there's the wall in Monroe Harbor directly across from Buckingham Fountain where I can pick up some passengers. Problem is, Monroe is so inconvenient for the Lincoln Park/Lakeview dwellers to access. I had thought about having them walk to the Belmont pump-out dock, stopping there...

Hi all, Awesome forums here, about time I joined. Rounding up a crew and am trying to figure out if 15 people will be just a bit too much on the 450DA? We'll do a mix of cruising and anchoring. Any experiences with full passenger loads on the 450 (or 440/460 for that matter) would be...