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    Teak Guard

    Yes, you are correct.
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    Teak Guard

    I've used it two years ago with a recoat this year. It's not a miracle cure. Put it on upper and lower rub rail, teak swim platform and mahogany transom. It came out to orange for my taste. I lightly sanded and low pressure washed then let dry for a day or two. turned out nice on the teak but...
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    Free paper charts US SE coast

    I would be interested in a few of them. They would be used in my man cave for decorations. Are you looking to get rid of all of them at once or spread them around. Clay
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    Two stroke portable generator, for emergency charging

    I have two Yamaha 2000i gens. Same as Honda, but blue, maybe a little cheaper, Comes in very handy at home also.
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    Where is your "home" port and tell us a little about it..

    FondduLac WI The largest lake in WI. Fed by the Fox River flowing south to north to Green bay, home of the Packers. Then to lake Michigan, Up the St. Lawrence seaway and anywhere you want to go from there. Unfortunately I have several years (that's wishful thinking) to go before retirement. So...
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    Name Change

    Let us in on a few details and perhaps we can suggest new names for you. Now that could be good for a lot of laughs. Done
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    Name Change

    Just needed a good laugh. You guys are always entertaining. We are thinking about it though
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    Name Change

    Is it bad luck to change your boats name without telling your wife.
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    Water in Thruster

    Pulled the boat this weekend and removed thruster. So I took it apart and there is a housing around the hydraulic motor itself. Housing was full of water and the o-rings around the fittings were torn. I managed to find 4 of 5 o-rings that kinda fit. It's working and not leaking, for now. It has...
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    Water in Thruster

    I have a Dickson stern thruster that is filling the hydraulic tank with water. I'm assuming the water is coming from the drive unit as that's the only thing in the water. There is no sign of fluid in the water (no oil slick). I've searched the www but can't find anybody selling repair parts. Can...
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    Holding tank hoses

    All my hoses are black. Almost looks like fuel hose. Like I said, very stiff. Stopped at napa and picked up a hose pick and rubber gloves. Now the fun begins..Thanks for all the great tips
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    Holding tank hoses

    tank was flushed and emptied in fall. I would rather not cut the hoses if possible. I remember disconnecting the hose from the toilet and it was a pain. The hoses are so stiff and not easy to reach. Is there a secret way to get the hose off the fitting.
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    Holding tank hoses

    I have to remove my holding tank. The hardest part will be disconnecting the hoses. Any tips on making it easier.
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    buy at home

    As for the "Black" domestic motors. Most everything under 60 hp is built in China or Japan. And alot of the parts for 75 hp and up come from Mexico. So does it really matter what brand you buy?
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    How much does it weigh?

    My 38' Fu Wha with single weighs 24500 lbs. According to the spec sheet. I would think your well over 26K.
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