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I have an 88 seville with the 4.3 205 hp engine and was wondering what type of oil should I use ? 5w30 or 10w30 or ??? Any idea about the oil filter ?? BTW the majority of my boating will be done when the air temp here in vegas is around 100. Thnx for your help .

I have a question regarding the fuel guage on my 88 SR seville 4.3. It seems when I fill the tank it shows full but after going a short distance it drops from full to 3/4's then to 1/4 where it seems to stay for quite some time. I started by topping off the tank, which took only 6 gals even...

Has any one used any repair epoxys that can be applied under water ? Two products I have come across that claim they can be applied under water are PC MARINE PUTTY and STARBRITE EPOXY STICK has anyone used these produts or something similar ?? Pros and cons of each ? Thanks

I am considering purchasing a used hydra hoist, in slip system, and was wondering if anyone has any excperience with these units. The one I'm looking at is 3 years old. Are there any issues with these units ? What is involved in transporting/relocating one ? Thnx.

I have taken my boat out a few times this year and after the last time I found water in the bilge :wow: Approx 1 quart or so (not enogh for the pump to get it out ) . The weather the last time I was out was VERY rough and the past two days has been really windy. I keep the boat in the slip and...

I have a 1988 seville CC with the merc/chevy 4.3, 6 cyl and was wondering how many hours of run time I should get on a gal of reg unleaded gas. I have had it out 3 x's. Each time the boat had 3 large adults (all over 265) and I would spend about 1 hour or more ea trip zipn around the lake at...

I have had my boat out a couple of times this year and the temp guage doesn't seem to be working. I know the water temp is cold but I should be seeing some movement on the temp guage and I get none. My question is what is involved in finding a solution for this problem ? Thanks for any help you...

I have taken my boat out twice this year and she is running great but when I first start the engine & I am at idle and standing near the rear I can smell what to me , seems like a mixture of exhaust and fuel. FYI Before I start the engine I open the engine compartment and turn the blower on...

I have a 95 model hummingbird fish finder on my boat I would like to buy a new 500 series model and was wondering if I can use the same transducer and existing wires from my current unit or do I need to do a full installation with the new model. Was hoping to save a little time as my boat is...

Im new to boating and have a dumb question about my drain plug so thanks for being patient. I have a 20 foot seville and a 1/2 inch drain plug ( so says my mechanic) the wierd part is I have a FULL set of sockets both metric and SAE but none fit !! I had to use an adjustable wrench to put the...

I have a 95 model hummingbird fish finder on my boat I would like to buy a new 500 series model and was wonering if I can use the same transducer and existing wires from my current unit or do I need to do a full installation with the new model. Was hoping to save a little time as my boat is kept...

I keep my boat in a slip with power at the dock which is 30 amp but everything I have is a standard 120 plug like on a typical house outlet. Can I purchase an " extension" type cord that converts the 30 to 120 ? :huh: Thnx

I am new to boating and Im anxious to learn about the sport I bought a 1988 20 ft seville CC that was in great shape. I had a mechanic look at it and all I needed was general maint. done, Impeller, fluid change, over all check of rubber and O/D I paid 3400 for the boat and feel I got a great...