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    Replying to Topic 'Moomba xlv Trailer'

    There's no way that I would travel any distance w/o the bow and stern straps. I would definately get that fixed right away. I am gonna have to say that the dealer should be responsible for that. I...
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    Replying to Topic 'Oil Change and Impeller Change'

    They really are relatively easy maintenance to accomplish. The water pump should be easy to remove and then open the casing to change the impeller. Just use plenty of lubricant to get the new...
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    X-Mas

    Glad to hear that all is well in FL. Unfortunatly we did not see any snow up here. Santa brought us all kinds of new goodies. Happy holidays to all and to all a great day on the water ( at least...
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    Trailer

    Check to see if there is a lever of some sort on the side of the trailer where it hitches onto your hitch, if there is one it should have two positions ( towing / backing ). I have an older trailer...
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    Heavy skiers

    I wouldn't think that it would be a problem. I've pulled 3-4 people at a time behaind mine with no issues. Also I've been pulled behind boats with towers, myself and another guy, we easily were 400...
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    Trailer

    I also own a single axle and it tows great. Have towed in excess of 1000 miles and had no problems whatsoever. They are also easier to manuever then the dual axle. As far as which is better/last...
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    $70,000 WOW !!!!!

    Kind of makes you wonder what the heck they are putting in them things to cost that much !!!!!!!

    They may be nice, BUT not THAT nice !

    Hope it all works out for him.
  8. Thread: Winterizing

    by Cryonchick
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    Mufflers

    It is always a good idea to use antifreeze through the boats cooling/exhaust system prior to winterizing. You never know where in the system that water has built up and not drained (mufflers). Run...
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    Winterization

    I second that notion !!

    It just is not worth the risk of the lamp and the possibilty of fumes being ignited. Spend the little bit of extra money and feel comfortable knowing YOU and your BOAT...
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    Speedo pick-ups

    I recently replaced my Airguide speedos and have the 2 from my boat. To the best of my knowledge they both work, it was one of the speedos that went out and that prompted me to change the gauges in...
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    Videos

    Great source for some awesome videos. Will definately look at these over the winter to try to improve my form.

    Thanks for the link....
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    Carb service.....

    You should be able to take it to any ski boat dealer (Nautique, Mastercraft, Tige, etc....) They will know how to work on the Holley carb. I would think that most marinas will have technicians that...
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    Speedo....

    I know that on the older boats, such as mine...It is the same as far as the RPM and speed (3600 rpm / 36 mph, 3200 rpm / 32 mph, once your over about 20 mph). Mine was right on when verified with...
  14. Thread: Rope Length

    by Cryonchick
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    Rope type/length

    I use a proline slalom rope with sections. I am not a very experienced rider by any means, but I've used it at full length and at 15' off. I prefer the 15' off, the wakes from my boat are cleaner...
  15. Thread: Oil Issues

    by Cryonchick
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    Oil questions..

    Here are some pages to view that might help with understanding what the different oil classifications are.

    http://oil-store.com/OilStore/API S Class.htm

    http://www.firstlubes.com/G50.pdf
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    Gauges

    Faria does have a 36 month warranty, or you can pay for an indefinte one after that..

    http://www.faria-instruments.com/site_manuals/Mar_Warr.pdf
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    My boat is a bit older but I believe gauges are...

    My boat is a bit older but I believe gauges are gauges....I just replaced the factory gauges with new Faria gauges.

    Here is the Faria link..
    http://www.faria-instruments.com/index-new.html
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  18. Oil???

    I have an 88 Supra, maunal just says to use a "SG" rated oil, any suggestions as to what viscosity/weight oil I should use?
  19. Thread: Oil Change

    by Cryonchick
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    Oil change..

    I just recently purchased an inboard engine manual and it still recommends you change it every 50 hrs and after prolonged storage ( 30 days or more (winter) ). I would stay with the 50 hours, not...
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