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    Fastech Carpet under rear seat

    Hey all, Wanted to know what everyone is using for a covering under the rear seat and where the 6x9 speakers go. I am in the process of upholstering my rear seat and wanted to freshen up the grey (Berber) carpet, found on the inside / backside of seat. I have been searching but cant seem to...
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    recomendation boat surveyor in MD area

    Hello, can anyone recommend a good honest boat surveyor in the MD area. thanks
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    help with purchase of boat trailer in the MD area

    Can someone help with where to buy a boat trailer in the MD area. I already have Daves trailers but would like to get a couple more reputable shops or locations. I am looking to purchase a boat in the MD area and it does not have a trailer. Thanks in advance.
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    WTB 312 w/ big blocks

    Hello all Wanted to know if anyone knows of a clean 312 fastech for sale. I'm looking for a very clean (I'm picky) boat with 454 mags or 502. I've been searching but have not seen much right now. Also, what are some sites to check. I know more than likely, I will be traveling out of my state...
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    What areas are popular to buy 353,312, 292

    Hello all, i was was hoping you guys can post some popular places , city, state or dealers where Fastech 353, 312, 292 regularly come up for sale. i am not too much in a rush but would like to monitor these areas to see when one I like becomes available. thanks
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    questions on purchasing a boat out of state

    Hello all, Looking for some recommendations on how to purchase a boat that is out of state. I pretty much have an idea but would definitely like to hear from you guys, thoughts and approach to the new purchase. More than likely my purchase will be from another state. I am previously a Formula...
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    312 to 353 - your reasons for upgrading

    Hello all, I know the 312 is no longer being manufactured, but what was your reason for upgrading to a 353. thanks in advance
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    Fastec 312, 292, 353 - help with purchase info.

    Hello all, i am looking on the market for a Fastec model 312, 292, 353 in that order. My main goal is to get a 312 because it seems to fit my requirements. However, I am open to the other options. From what I can tell so far is the requirements need to be: 1. 454, 502, mag motors ( 292 ) - not...
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    1996 Formula 252 SS For Sale

    Beautiful very clean 1996 Formula go fast 25 ft boat. Sleeps 2 comfortably. Mercuiser 454 EFI with freshwater cooling. Motor has never seen salt water !!! In great shape. Boat spent most of it's life in fresh water. Brand new dual batteries. AM - FM - CD, transom shower, porta potty, cockpit...
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    03 F150 towing Formula 312

    Hello, I am in the market to purchase a Fastec 312 or 303 but not sure if my tow vehicle will have issues. I think it exceeds the tow capacity, which is I think 6600 lbs ( boat is about 7500 lbs). However, I was going to install better brake pads and a Air Suspension. I would like to know if...
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    Sea strainer needed for 252

    Hey all I am looking at different sea strainers. I see there are some that cost about $180 up to $ 300 - $400. My question is which do I need and what do I need. I don't want to spend too much but want something that will work for me. I typically cruise in the bay in miami and want some...
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    Vinyl repair for engine hatch need local shop south Florida

    Hello All, I was looking to get my engine hatch recovered in the Miami / South Florida area. Does any have any good reasonable location to do this. It is 4 color vinyl pattern White, with small Teal, red , green strips. The vinyl is split at the stitching on the strips not bad but would like to...
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    Loosing vehicle at boat ramp why?

    Hello all, No this has not happen to me. But I would like to know how do people loose their vehicle at the boat ramp? I see this on YouTube and can't understand it? Basically I want to make sure it never happens to me :-)
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    "How to " Section

    Hello all, I am new to boating and to this website. I was wondering if there is a How to section and if so, where is it? I would like to know or if someone can help in directing me to a a complete maintenance section. From what I have been reading it looks like most people change their oil...
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    GPS for my 252

    Hello all, I got a garmin 541s GPS. I have a could questions. Is the a good recommended GPS for my boat. I am not going to do fishing, but would like to use it for chartplotting and navigation. Next question, I currently have a depth gauge so, I am a little hesitant in drilling holes in my...
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    No power to engine 252 ss

    Hey guys I was out yesterday and when I returned I shutdown the motor. I went to start it again and noticed I had no power. I checked all the breakers and the 50 amp breaker on the motor. One thing I noticed it that all my gauge do not work but I still have accessory power like lights...
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    Making Power trim gauge to test trim motor / rams

    Hello all, I have been posting some questions regarding the power trim system having water contaminating the system. I came across a link from a manual that looks like it shows how to test the system. 1 item needed is a Power Trim gauge kit. This kit has 2 hydraulic hoses, 2 shut off valves...
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    Milky fluid in trim

    Yesterday, 04:21 PMPriobe Milky fluid in trim tank Hello all, I am new to boating and this forum. I recently noticed that my trim for the out drive is slow to go down I checked the fluid and it is milky. I did some research on here and it looks like in could be air in the system from the lines...
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    VDO trim gauge light change

    Hello, I thought this would be a quick easy fix. I have a 252 and the trim gauge light is out. I went to pull the gauge to change the bulb but it looks like a seal unit. Has anyone change the bulb in these gauges. The part on the gauge is 1-275-810-136A Yazaki, VDO Thanks
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    Bravo 3 outdrive takes long to lower

    Hello all I noticed it takes a long time to lower my my outdrive about 2-3 mintues. I looked at the fluid and it is like a milky color, which I don't think is right, maybe water leaked in. I have also read that there is no bleeding screw, but have read you should lower the the unit 6 - 10...
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