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    Boating from Tampa to Keys?

    Asking for a friend. Has anyone taken their PC from Tampa Bay area to the Keys? Seems like Key West is doable with a fuel stop along the way. Thanks!
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    Anchor roller came off 07 34PC

    Good morning! The front anchor roller screw backed out and the roller dropped into the lake. Anyone happen to know the replacement roller? TIA! Rick
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    2007 34 PC for sale

    2007 Formula 34 PC, 400 hours on twin 496 Mags Hull is the desired blue color. Bow thruster! RADAR, VERY well maintained. Upgraded speakers, bluetooth, smart TV in the salon. Interior lights changed to LEDs. Private sale at $99,999 -- way below market . I'm moving! Must sell
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    Valve lash adjustment 7.3ECD?

    Anyone done their own valve lash adjustment? The rear rocker cover looks a pain to get to. Also, the flywheel cover has a lot of screws, some of which are covered by rigid pipes. Thoughts? Thanks!
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    IAC Valve replacement 496 Mag?

    I need to replace an IAC valve on my 2007 496 Mag. Looks pretty simple, but not sure where it is. Anyone ever replace theirs? Tips and suggestions? Thanks!
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    Drive Trim Sensor repalcement?

    Good evening, I have an 07 34PC. The port stern drive trim sensor isn't working properly. The drive does go up and down with the switch. Just not being displayed correctly. Typically, that's the trim sensor. Has anyone replaced the trim sender themselves? How does the wire get routed in...
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    Exhaust manifold and elbow torque spec for 07 34 PC?

    Eng Serial number 0w676269 Anyone? Manual #30 is for an older engine. Thanks! Rick
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    Exhaust manifold and elbow torque spec for 07 34 PC?

    Eng Serial number 0w676269 Anyone? Manual #30 is for an older engine. Thanks! Rick
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    Where to get engine parts?

    Looking for some exhaust parts. Here's a few prices. From where do y'all get engine parts? Part No Quan Michigan Motors PerfProTech Amazon http://www.mercruiserparts.com/ Shutter (Flapper) 807166A1 807166A1 2 $55.95 $74.08 $20.00...
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    Potential hydrolock, starter on 496 mag? 2007 34PC

    Good morning. Yesterday, my starter went out. After boating for a bit, and then resting, the starter would engage, but not turn the engine. The generator had been running the whole time at rest, but I tried the parallel anyway. Same result. After a few attempts to start, the starter just...
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    Anchor Rollers coming loose

    My front and rear anchor Rollers are coming loose. There's a tapered bolt on each end of shaft on which the rollers turn. I was able to access the front and tighten. However, the rear bolt has come unscrewed to the point where the bolt is pressed against the side plate. This prevents the...
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    A/C Condensate removal by venturi?

    Good morning all. With humidity starting up in Houston, I thought I'd resurrect this discussion and see what others have done. The drainpan, while stainless, tends to collect upto about 3/4" of water when the A/C is used regularly. There is no blockage on the drain line going to the gray...
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    AC Replacement on 07 34PC?

    Well, looks like I'm going to need to replace the AC unit. Dometic SVCD18k/1HV 115v. No longer made. Looks like the replacement is DCU18K. Has anyone replaced their AC system? If so, with what? Thanks! Rick
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    34 PC arch courtesy light mounting?

    I'm replacing the arch courtesy light and I noticed there's no backing plywood. Seems like there should be. I'm guessing when the radome was attached, the installer removed the block. Anyone confirm?
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    Courtesy light fixture in arch?

    I need to replace the courtesy light fixture in the arch on my 2007 34PC. The plastic socket where you plug in the lamp has cracked and is now intermittent at best. Anyone know what fixture this is?
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