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    Carling Rocker Switch Actuator

    I researched many threads regarding this but did not find my answer, so I will post my question. I want to replace all my switch actuators (the covers). I see several sources online that sell them and all offer may varieties. But I'm not certain they will snap on my existing switches. Does...
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    Power Winch Installation In Transom Locker For Lifting Dingy

    Thinking about installing one to be able to get my dingy on my davits by myself. Any advice from those who have done this? I see Harbor Freight sells them very cheap, but they have a cable. Seems like the ones I have seen on boats all use straps for some reason. Also thinking about...
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    New Dash Panels - Flounder Pounder vs. Tecnografic

    So was am ready to replace my old nasty faded dash panels and was planning on buying them from FP, but was told about Tecnografics. Unlike FP, they don't have my patterns for the cut-outs. But visually the Tecnografics look nicer. Has anyone used Tecnografics and why not FP? Thanks
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    To Fill Fuel Tank Or Not For Winter Storage

    Not to be controversial, but we have all read the ongoing debates on whether to leave your fuel tank(s) empty, or keep them say 3/4 full for winter storage. I am on the side of keeping them as full as possible without risking expansion and having the fuel spill out. This is to prevent...
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    Replacing Cabin Carpet

    I know there's been a lot of interest in us Searay owners with older boats to tear up the old carpet and replace with some type of laminate flooring. I took the plunge a few years ago and am just now publishing the video I made on the process I had doing this. Hopefully it will inspire some and...
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    SeaSter Power Steering Pump

    Does Anyone know where the pump is at on the self contain units? I know the reservoir is self-contained inside but is the pump also? I need access to the pump because I want to install auto pilot. Thanks.
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    Leaking Bennett Trim Tabs In Bilge

    My trim tabs are leaking oil in my bilge and I cannot figure out where it's coming from. Has anyone had them leak in the bilge and of so, where from? Looking for possible leak locations. I can't seem to trace the leakage back to a source. Don't think it's coming from the fittings that go...
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    Rule 800 GPM Shower Sump Pump Replacement

    Replacing Rule 800 GPM shower sump pump. I was told the one at West Marine was a direct replacement for the one on my boat (1999), but the new one is taller and will not allow me to close the lid of the sump. Anyone have this problem and what did you do? The 500 GPM pumps are shorter and will...
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    Isinglass Protection Velcro Wrap

    Does anyone know where I can buy the Velcro that wraps around the steel canvas support poles to protect my new polycarb enclosures? Thanks
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    Fox Marine Gateway Garmin Question

    Did anyone installing the Fox Gateway and displaying with Garmin have difficulty getting the RPM's to display in better resolution than every 25 RPM's? Thanks
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    Carbon Monoxide Detectors

    Can anyone provide a good reason not to installed in your boat the significantly cheaper (cost wise) CO detectors from Lowes that work perfectly fine in your home vs. the crazy expensive "marine" CO detectors? If I trust them for home, why not the boat? Thanks
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    Grounding Electronics Question

    Can someone let me know where to connect the bare "drain" wire? This is a NEMA 2000 Starter Kit for my Fox Marine Gateways. Thanks
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    Wiring Carling Rocker Switch

    I'm installing Fox Gateways on my engines and I need to power them on. I bought a 3 terminal Carling Rocker switch. My wiring hook up is as shown. Does anyone know which terminals the wires go to? And is the 3 terminal the right one?
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    Running Wire From Bilge To Dash- 400 Sundancer

    Can any owner of a 1997-2000 40' Sundancer offer any advice on how you fished a wire/cable from the bilge up to the dash? I have a wire loom with a wire in it that that goes to the dash that I tried to pull my cable through, but it gets stuck trying to pull it. I can't seem to find any other...
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    Fiberglass Repair Question

    My shrink-wrap pulled the screws for my canvas support out. Any advice on the best way to repair this? Should I re-attached with larger screws, or should I repot the holes with something and re-drill new holes? What would I repot with? Thanks
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    Engine Overheat - Stuck Thermostat?

    Mercruiser 7.4L Horizons closed cooling. Starboard engine went to 180 yesterday. The coolant recovery bottle is filled to the top (was at the normal fill level prior) and I did not see any coolant in the heat exchanger when I open the cap. I'm guessing the thermostat is stuck and not allowing...
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    Can't Get -100 Engine Antifreeze

    Yikes, West Marine doesn't have this stuff. Seems there's a shortage. Anyone up north use the -60 deg. stuff for engines? Says it's only good to 7 deg. F. One place has -100, but price is crazy.
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    Changing Coolant 7.4L Horizons - Difficult?

    I don't think the coolant on my 1999 40' DA has ever been changed. I read some threads about this, but still not sure. I hear the only risk is not getting all the air out which will lead to an overheat. Anybody every do this, or is this something I want to let the pros do (very hard getting...
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    Fusion Stereo And Blue Tooth Connectivity

    I continue to have a hard time connecting my Sony head unit to my iPhone to listen to Pandora. The iPhone says it’s connect6ed, but the Sony says “BT no DEV”. It's extremely frustrating. Even though the Sony is new, I am willing to buy a Fusion (or anything) if I know I can reliably hook up BT...
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    New Cockpit Speakers Need Advice

    I want to replace my cockpit speakers. They are the original Clarion speakers from 1999. Four 6 1/2 in and 10 in subwoofer. Looking to spend about $600. Any Advice - JL, Fusion? Thanks
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