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  1. Pernalski

    Adding usb charging

    2003 Sun Deck 220 I have a single cigarette style lighter in the cubbie below the throttle and I’d like to change it out for a dedicated usb charger but can’t figure out how to access. also would like to add an additional one for guests in the area below the helm next to the stereo and...
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    Anchor hatch modification

    I’d like to make my front opening anchor hatch a side opening hatch so the anchor is easier to access the anchor. Has anyone tried this? 2003 Sundeck 220
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    Alpha 1 Gen 2 Water Pump Impeller Replacement

    Thank you for the suggestion, I’ll be out at the boat later today and will give that a try.
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    Alpha 1 Gen 2 Water Pump Impeller Replacement

    Thanks for the reply Skybolt. I replaced the o-rings in the black adaptor and reused the old guide tube. Hard to see in the cavity while I was pushing it into place, next time I’ll have a second set of hands.
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    Alpha 1 Gen 2 Water Pump Impeller Replacement

    First time replacing it myself over the weekend--followed several videos and had the manuals next to me the whole time. I'm paranoid and it all seemed to slip back together too easily. How likely is it that the water tube missed the guide tube? I feel like without having to curse or throw out my...
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    Suspect my temp gauge is not reading correctly…

    Great info, I’ll refrain from going out until the tstat gets swapped.
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    Suspect my temp gauge is not reading correctly…

    I ordered all the parts I might need for the thermostat and I’ll bring my temp gun at the next chance I get to go out. Will running it at 135ish do damage?
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    Suspect my temp gauge is not reading correctly…

    My 5.0 MPI with Alpha1Gen2 typically runs at a hair above 170 when warmed up. Last two times I’ve been out it hasn’t gotten above 135. My first guess is the gauge or sensor is bad—is this an easy troubleshoot/fix? Is it possible the thermostat is stuck open and that’s the correct temp? Second...
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    Winterizing 5.0 MPI

    As promised, here is last years invoice:
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    Winterizing 5.0 MPI

    Just the winterization and a small fee for storing the outdrive in a heated space. I will scan in last year’s invoice when I have a chance. As I said, I thought I did my homework both in forums and watching a couple dozen videos by different guys. I was searching for “winterizing 5.0mpi”, what...
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    Winterizing 5.0 MPI

    Thats not good news for sure. I used West Marine -50 pink stuff, MMO went in under the flame arrestor. I’m happy to pay for a service if I feel it’s a reasonable price. My marina in Long Island, NY charges $1600+ for the winterization and from what others on this forum have told me I’m getting...
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    Winterizing 5.0 MPI

    Thank you for the quick response! This was (obviously) my first time winterizing the boat, here was my method: 1) added fuel stabilizer, installed muffs with water through the Camco self winterizing set up. 2) ran engine with the water on for about 20mins til it was up to temp. 3) turned off...
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    Winterizing 5.0 MPI

    So I’ve watched the YouTube and everyone I watch talks about the “5 blue plugs”. I’ve reached around, flashlight and iPhone front facing camera from every angle I could think of and I can only find the upper and lower plugs at the front of the motor. I have a large blue handle drain valve that...
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    Sundeck 220 Merc 5.0 MPI fuel issue..?

    Great info, thanks for sharing. Your boat must be a beast with the larger motor and Bravo 3–looks great! The marina tech did mention checking the fuel rail when they were diagnosing the original issue when we ran the tank dry. I’ll suggest they check all the fittings especially any that were...
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    Sundeck 220 Merc 5.0 MPI fuel issue..?

    Hello all, hope everyone is safe and well. We’ve had a couple issues the past couple weeks and would love some input. First, our gauge was showing 3/4 tank after winter storage and we ended up running out of fuel out on the water. Had the boat towed back to marina and marina tech diagnosed an...
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    Navigation light bulb replacement

    I only replaced the Nav lights on the front of my 220SD and the rear pole light. I have two interior lights plus the light in the head—no plans to change those out as they’re working and it was a pain to find replacements for what I found. ATTWOOD 2-MILE LED SIDE LIGHT 3550R7 3500 SERIES RED...
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    2003 SunDeck fuel sending unit

    Yes, that’s the view through the deck to the top of the unit. No removable floor board on my 220 unfortunately. Was hoping the rubbery part on the top would pop off but no luck and I’ll have to cut the wires to get the darn thing out (I can see splices from a previous replacement). It’s only a...
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    2003 SunDeck fuel sending unit

    So the access to my sender ended up being the floor fitting for the table. I’ve worked on my Harley unit before and know how to jump the terminals to check the unit—this one I’m not familiar with. Any thoughts on how to check it? Or do I just replace it?
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    2003 SunDeck fuel sending unit

    Hello everyone. We found out (the hard way) that our fuel sending unit isn’t working and the fuel gauge is stuck at 3/4 full. Does anyone know the part number and/or where to get the unit and how hard it is to reach and replace the unit? Appreciate any info you guys can give.
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    Navigation light bulb replacement

    Just wanted to update you guys that we upgraded both with LEDs—thanks again for all the help!
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