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    Yet another likely CO tragedy

    no you do not understand that a portable generator on a swim platform is less of a CO risk than a generator in the bilge of a boat, even if it is well maintained. obviously you do not understand the physics and chemistry involved in what is going on. Do a complete FMEA of both systems and see...
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    Do you have DSC / GPS / MMSI configured?

    In Canada you are required to have that certificate if you want to transmit on your radio. You don't need one if you have a radio and only listen on it, but its really not much good then. I have my radio and GPS connected and have an MMSI number registered. I also carry a PLB with me. The first...
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    Yet another likely CO tragedy

    BS. A gas generator in the bilge of a boat is a much higher CO risk than a generator on the swim platform.
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    Windless wiring help

    Most likely your solenoid is the type that has two coils and is stable in both positions. What this means is that you apply a voltage to one of the solenoid coils and it turns on. Once it is on you can remove the voltage and it stays in the on position. To turn it off you apply voltage to the...
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    Reverse polarity

    Just want to correct this statement. I suspect it was a typo on your part but don't want anyone else to see this and assume it is correct. You should have said there is very little VOLTAGE difference between the neutral and ground conductors. There is a large difference between the CURRENT in...
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    Carpet Backing Breaking Down

    I had the same issue with mine. Used a wire brush to get all the loose stuff of the back and then brushed on 3 coats of plasti dip. It's starting to separate from the back of the carpet now but it was 6 years ago that I put it on.
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    Us northerners will find out if our winterization method is sound

    16 F ? that's only like -9 C hardly even cold at all. I've already seen -17 here this fall.
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    Cold Snap-Engines still not winterized

    Why not just drain the water out of the blocks? Takes about 15 minutes to do. Way better solution than light bulbs or non ignition protected heaters in the bilge.
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    Anyone here near Sequim WA?

    Is there anyone here from the Sequim Washington area that could have a quick look at a car that I am considering buying. Need to know it its worth a trip out there to have a look myself. PM me if you can help out. Thanks.
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    Overheating can't figure it out

    When was the thermostat last replaced or tested?
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    Shredded serpentine belt...again

    The only thing you really haven't checked properly is the raw water pump. Pull it off, remove the impeller and see if the pulley turns freely with no grinding.
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    Canadians getting ripped of on pricing

    If possible have any shipments come by USPS. It might take a little longer but in my experience when the parcel comes most times when the value is around $100 or less there is no fee at all, not even GST. When they do decide to charge you the "brokerage fee" it is $5.00 and GST is added. I...
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    Vodka as anti-freeze

    adding to the mix a little more ... Sealand/Dometic recommends against using alcohol based antifreeze in the vacu flush systems because of damage to rubber parts. If using the little more expensive Propylene antifreeze means I don't have to change duckbill valves quite as often then that's what...
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    I voted with my wallet........

    The whole point of my post is to get you guys to take a look at yourselfs as a country to show you are far from perfect. The USA lags behind a lot of other countries in education, healthcare, infant mortality and life expectancy. To say it's the greatest nation right now let alone of all time...
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    I voted with my wallet........

    Net official development assistance by country as a percentage of gross national income in 2015[edit] The OECD also lists Development Assistance Committee members by the amount of ODA they spend as a percentage of their gross national income:[1] Sweden – 1.40% Norway – 1.05% Luxembourg –...
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    I voted with my wallet........

    Well making statements like you did without facts to back them up is nothing but a worthless comment. It maybe your opinion but the facts don't back it up.
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    I voted with my wallet........

    You guys really need to get out more and learn about the rest of the world.
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    Issues trailering SPX210

    Trailer sway is almost always caused by too little tongue weight. Can you move the bow stop up a little? Post up a photo of you boat on the trailer hooked up to your tow vehicle. We'll be able to help you a lot more if we can see what you are dealing with.
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    Boat Batteries In Unheated Storage.

    Over charging batteries is the fastest way to kill them. I leave mine in over winter and charge them maybe every 2 to 3 months. And I live in a place that is a lot colder than you will ever see. My batteries are now 6 years old and still going strong.
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    Winterizing Myself

    You forgot the final step : In the spring replace the engine because of the cracked block. As soon as you shut the engine down to drain the manifolds the engine starts to cool down and the thermostat starts to close. You would be lucky if you got more than a gallon of antifreeze to mix with...
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