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When I was changing the hydraulic hoses, one of the Rams where stripped out… mystery over. The number on the Ram is “mercury 98704” I see one on eBay that says “mercury 98704–1” looks exactly the same… Can’t find any info that says it’s not… I assume that was the first one made now there’s a...

I’ve rented a new slip that has two pulleys at the top of the second set of polls but no line. I have a 6500lb 25 foot sea ray Sundancer. I want to keep the stern off of the bulkhead and I have no idea how to set this weighted Springline set up up? How do you calculate the counter weight to use...

Hi All: I am getting a constant leak into the water even after the boat sitting in the water for a week without being used it's still oozing. I replaced the metal braided hoses after last season and the boats out again. The Rams have no evidence of leakage. The unit works fine. I ran the dive up...

1998 TBI Delco EFI 5.7 Mercruiser. The engine starts right up and runs fine, Revving up is no issue even when the engine is hot . But after I take the boat out the engine starts to run Rough / Missing after about 5 -10 min and continues to get worse and then a fuel odor is observed after about...

I was having an issue with the pulley screeching so it was time to change the impeller so I replaced the complete unit. Now the engine is running about 7 degrees hotter. My question is there a break-in period for the impeller to full seat? Has anyone have the same issue?

Hi, The Marine Place does not have my gasket, They only have a small one.bottom image the bottom of the TB leaks through theses areas in Red... I see Part# 27-852957 is No longer available. The number appears to be a kit. But they don't have an image.

1998 TBI 5.7 EFI Mercruiser. I keep getting a high Idle around 1100 after running the boat. On start-up, I get the usual high idol when it warms up and drops down to 800, but after I am running the boat around and slow to dock it doesn't drop down, it stays up at 1100. I tried putting it to...

I pulled the Distributor and dissembled the unit as required to remove/ replace the "internal Pic-Up coil:. But i guess did not clean the shaft and now there is a lot of Play, I can pull the rotor /shaft up and inch. The Engine Idle fine but i guess the shafter moved up under acceleration and...

Does anyone know the difference between 860246A15 and 860246Q11 They both have the saltwater type coating. I have the Mercruiser 1998 5.7 ( 350 Engine) Thanks John G Amazon.com: New Mercury Mercruiser Quicksilver Oem Part # 860246A15 Manifold Kit : Mercury Marine: Automotive Amazon.com...

The knock sensor has a brass Y-fitting for both the sensor and drain plug I need the Brass Y adapter I Can't find it or a part number. not sure if it's a Mercruiser part. 1998 5.7 Thanks

The "all clear" to start "Whistle" when turning the key to run position for the last 12 years is now silent. (Engine cranks but NO start, which is the same way when the kill switch is in the off ( emergency ) position NOTE: The "Kill switch" lanyard is in the correct position because when the...

I see a bunch of mornings at the mouth of Stirling basin are they private or can they be rented? Thank #2 John G.

Hi, I am Looking for the Best place for Greenport to anchor in Stirling Basin. I have a 2 man Kiak as a tender. Looking to travel into town, or close enough. 25 foot Sundancer Looking at our first snow of the year and making plans (: Thanks John G

Hi, looking for the easiest way to replace my trim tab switches … there are 6 tabs on each rocker and power jumps to each… They have push on connectors which are in bad shape… Bennet Hydraulic system with sea Ray controls Thanks

Hi, trying to replace one of the two lifting arms without removing the complete unit, The use of Rivets did not work. The hole is to big on the boat side and the bracket is too thick.. I am thinking some kind of Toggle bolt since I can’t get to the others side without removing the complete...

Hi all, Anyone know is Tobay Marina ( Nassau county, south shore) restricted after labor day? FYI, Gilgo beach marina is open to everyone after labor day ( cedar beach restricted til Columbus day) Plenty of docking for big boats and easy access to the beach under the tunnel... John G

Hi All, I am thinking of going to Block Island, and ill need A place to leave my 27 ft truck/trailer in Montauk Pt for 4 days? ( we use to leave it at Liars saloon years ago, Called but no answer ) Thanks John G

Hi, Looking at spending 3 to 5 months' time w/ boat in the Florida Space Coast ( east coast) location with 20 yr olds & visiting family in Rockledge and Cocobeach area. Will need marina w/ restaurants near the beach area with music. Also will be parking large pick-up with slid in a camper so...

Hi All: anyone out there who has replaced their Cockpit cover for a 25 foot Sundancer 1996 to 2005 using the Sunbralle materials for a local shop? Covers the front windows all way to the swim platform... Approx price? Tring to avoided sticker shock.. A copy cat online comp says $500 plus...

Hi all. looking for Winter storage Western Suffolk (Amityville to Bayshore ) Recommendation? Work needed: Pull Boat / Power Wash / Store and re-launch in Spring, (NO cover I have my own. lots less mold) I do all the other winterization items myself Thank ALL! John. Lindenhurst PS: also may want...