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    Other source for parts?

    http://www.searay-parts.com/ I would go here first. Ed
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    Best Oil Changer?

    Just spend the $30-40 for the Mercruiser oil pump, thread it onto your dipstick tube and then pump the oil out.
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    Operating Temperature?....Closed Cooling vs Raw Water Cooled

    Same here - according to the gauge I am running 170-175 and I have a 160 degree therm. This is on a raw water cooled carbed motor. Ed
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    RPMs limited to 4200

    Raise your drives and look at the props. I bet you have a marine growth problem either on your props or bottom (or both). WHoops, just re-read your post and you already had the bottom power washed. My next guess would be a fuel issue.
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    5.0 Mercruiser Rebuild with Added Horsepower

    This guy is obviously kidding....
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    Engine losing power at 3100 RPM

    Based on the work you had performed, have them recheck the timing. It could be that they did not re-install the distributor correctly.
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    Speaker cable routing? 240 DA

    Thank you - did not even think to try this. Will bring my voltmeter with me on my next trip to the boat.
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    Speaker cable routing? 240 DA

    My port side cabin speaker is out. It is a new speaker this year. Checked connections behind speaker and behind head unit in galley, all look good. This speaker is located near the throttle assembly. Does anyone know where the wires for this speaker run and how to access? I am thinking...
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    Changing oil, Synthetic or blend?

    Mercury 4 stroke 25w-40 only comes in dino oil or synthetic blend. Full synthetic from Mercury is 20w-40. For reference: http://www.mercurymarine.com/service-and-support/storage-and-maintenance/faqs/mercruiser/?category=fuel#MCOil
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    Gas in bilge. What to check?

    I would be carefull in running the blowers - this can produce a spark. Can't you find the fuel leak yourself by following the lines? Also, I believe your boat has a plastic tank (not metal) so it is "probably" not an issue. I would just check all of your lines and the area around your...
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    Riser Mainfold Question

    Yes you can reuse them - assuming they are in good condition. Make sure both sides are resurfaced and all old gasket material is scraped off. Also, it wouldnt hurt to repaint them with a fresh coat of the appropriate spray paint.
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    Flame Arrestor Cleaning

    Soak in Mineral Spirits and air dry - per the Mercruiser manual.
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    Trim senders ... needed to be installed?

    I feel the same way - just do a visual if you need to. I hear these senders crap out every 2 seasons anyway.
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    1987 268 Searay Sundancer Bad Motor..Need help and suggestions!!

    If you like the boat and she is in good cosmetic shape, just replace the motor! The cheapest way to do it is purchase a replacement 7.4 marine long block and switch all of your components over. Another option is to buy a reman engine "package" direct from a mercury dealer (Doug Russel...
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    cabin light in 2007 260DA

    Do you have a picture of the type of light? If it is the square plastic type, just grip the plastic cover with your hand, squeeze, and pull.
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    Do I have Smartcraft?

    Someone told me to look at the main electrical connector near the engine that goes to the helm? I am fairly certain my gauges are all analog - no plugs with pins at the back of them, just two/three wire hookups.
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    Do I have Smartcraft?

    I have no idea where the build sheet is. This is my exact tach. Seems pretty standard?? http://www.searay-parts.com/Sea-Ray-6000-rpm-3-Tachometer-p/gauge-sr86310f-tach3.htm
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    Do I have Smartcraft?

    I should know this and I am fairly certain that I do not have smartcraft gauges but need to know. 2002 Sundancer 240 with the 5.0EFI motor. The only digital aspect of any of my gauges is a LCD hour meter in my tach. Any method of confirming smartcraft or not? Connector in the engine?
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    Repower time - anyone try Crusader?

    Good advice - I am assuming by going "reman" you mean a long block with me reusing my old accessories, TBI system, intake, etc?
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    Repower time - anyone try Crusader?

    Approx $6200 delivered.
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