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  1. merlinjet

    SX190 Gas Suggestions

    I ran 87 octane in my 2014 SX190 before I sold it and had no problems at all. Note: I am a firm believer in a dose of Ring Free and Sta-bil 360 Marine at every gas up.
  2. merlinjet

    How often does it really, really happen?

    Transiting the Colorado River to and from Lake Havasu I always encounter shallow areas of submerged grasses that can sometimes get wrapped around the drive shaft. It's easy to pull off after I trailer the boat and really does not seem to affect performance. Other than that, I've had no issues...
  3. merlinjet

    Covered or uncovered...that is the question!

    Seems like a no-brainer to me...you have the cover why not use it all the time? It will protect your vinyl and other interior components from the elements and keep out the dirt and dust always floating around i the air. I suppose living here in the desert SW, sun and dust are more of a concern...
  4. merlinjet

    How to access hand rail hardware?

    Turns out it's 5/16. Got her done! Appreciate everyone's help on this!
  5. merlinjet

    How to access hand rail hardware?

    Ok
  6. merlinjet

    How to access hand rail hardware?

    I'm in but no nuts or washers to be found. Do you know what size they are? 10m?
  7. merlinjet

    How to access hand rail hardware?

    Ok...thx!
  8. merlinjet

    How to access hand rail hardware?

    Roger that!
  9. merlinjet

    How to access hand rail hardware?

    Thx! I'm sitting in the boat right now looking at that very wall wondering how to get it out. This is just what I need. I tried the bow storage approach but that didn't go well.
  10. merlinjet

    How to access hand rail hardware?

    Always more than one way to skin a cat. Not looking forward to this... This rail is more than just loose; I don't even think there is a nut on one side anymore.
  11. merlinjet

    How to access hand rail hardware?

    Thx! I'll give that a try.
  12. merlinjet

    2014 SX190 Build Thread - Off Grid - [PIC HEAVY]

    Laughlin casinos and hotels are open and the tourists are starting to find their way back. Beaches from Davis Camp to Rotary Park are packed on the weekends in spite of "capacity restrictions". Lake Havasu looked totally totally back to normal last weekend. Restaurants and bars open but SD is...
  13. merlinjet

    How to access hand rail hardware?

    Waxing the boat today I noticed the forward port side hand rail was loose. I need to get to the nuts that secure the rail but they seem to concealed somewhere behind the forward seat cushions. Anyone got any experience accessing the rail hardware? Thx
  14. merlinjet

    2014 SX190 Build Thread - Off Grid - [PIC HEAVY]

    Mods look great! You've been busy this past year!
  15. merlinjet

    Air Filters for 2009 MR-1s?

    Thx for the vector feziwig...got two Proks on the way!
  16. merlinjet

    Air Filters for 2009 MR-1s?

    This is my first year with the boat...still in a steep learning curve.
  17. merlinjet

    Air Filters for 2009 MR-1s?

    My boating is almost exclusively on Lake Havasu, AZ...not too much dust out there except when the wind kicks up. Yes, the oil filter issue with the MR-1s crazy. Refilling after an oil change is a PITA. Washable may be the best way to go.
  18. merlinjet

    Air Filters for 2009 MR-1s?

    That's what I thought as well, however, will the MR-1 ECU compensate for any airflow differences? I know the newer models will.
  19. merlinjet

    Air Filters for 2009 MR-1s?

    Do you think they filter the air as well as the OEM?
  20. merlinjet

    Air Filters for 2009 MR-1s?

    I need to replace my air filters (and that's another story for another day...) on both my engines. Anybody know any aftermarket folks selling these for less than $78? That looks about what the lowest online OEM Yamaha parts guys are asking. Just a shot in dark, but I thought I'd ask. Are...
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