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    PM Problem

    I received a PM today and the editor will not take my reply. I can start a PM but cannot reply. Is this a fix for this? Thanks, Bill
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    Help...I can't get lower unit back on 5hp Nissan 4 stroke

    The title says it all. I took the lower unit off and changed the water pump with no problems. Now I can't get the splines back in. I've done this with many other engines and never had issues. Is there something special to be done to get the unit back on? I have a manual and it has the same...
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    Poll - What is this boat worth?

    $4000
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    Car Tires for Towing?

    In another thread Shorelander Trailers was used as a reference for ensuring the correct car tires were used on a trailer. That info was given with an implication (to me anyway)they endorsed the practice. Here's a no BS clarification. <br /><br />I received a Shorelander's catalog in the mail...
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    2 Strokes And The Bahamas

    During a quick 150 mile run through the Abacos, Bahamas last week I took notes on what motors the locals used. This is rugged territory and locals use obs for transportation like we use cars...but breakdowns can be hazardous to your health in the islands. Also, nobody flushs engines there...
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    Low end Fishfinders?

    Anyone here using a Garmin 120, Eagle Cuda 168, Eagle Fishmark 320, Lowrance x47 or x51 in saltwater? If so, got any complaints? I need 2 cheapies for skinny saltwater.<br /><br />Thanks,<br />Bill
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    OMC Rectifier - hooked batt up backwards

    OOPS, another senior moment...I hooked up my batt on the wrong terminals and pulled it back off. Full juice got to the engine for a few seconds. Can't detect a problem and the motor runs fine. Did the rectifier or anything else get damaged? Engine is a 91 omc 65hp johnson commercial (same as the...
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    Carb part # 434159

    Believed to be 1991 carbs off a 65hp omc commercial...434159 is stamped on each carb. I can't find these numbers referenced for carb kits. Anyone know the difference between these and regular carbs off a 1991 70hp "domestic" version or which rebuild kits will work?<br /><br />Thanks,<br />Bill
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    Wanted - Teardrop Cleats

    I'm looking to buy 4 teardrop shaped cleats...approx 5" to 6" long. Anyone have these in blemish free condition for sale? Or a source for new ones? I've tried the "bay" but seen none lately.<br /><br />Thanks, :D <br />Bill
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    Good... or Bad?

    :D <br /><br />>Clinton awards Halliburton no-bid contract in Yugoslavia - good... <br />>Bush awards Halliburton no-bid contract in Iraq - bad <br />> <br />> <br />> <br />>Clinton spends 77 billion on war in Serbia - good <br />>Bush spends 87 billion in Iraq - bad <br />> <br />>Clinton...
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    Kerry Bumper Stickers

    > Subject: Bumper Stickers<br />><br />> Vote Kerry - The Sears Tower Is An Eyesore, Anyway <br />><br />> Kerry - More Positions Than Gumby<br />> <br />> Kerry - More Positions Than Marilyn Chambers<br />> <br />> John Kerry - Vietnam War Hero - But For Which Side?<br />> <br />> Whatever you...
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    Do Yamaha 150 4 strokes have any major problems?

    A friend of mine just plunked down a deposit for twin Yamaha 150 4 strokes for his new 25' Bluewater CC. After reading MANY posts from guys all over the web about 115 Yamahas "making oil" I'm wondering if the 150s have any issues. He typically trolls 4-6 hrs for every 1 hr of high speed...
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    More On Oils

    Here's some "cut and pastes" from various sources to give a brief description about oils. I think it is factual and informative without being biased... <br /><br /> Oil Terminology: <br /><br />Organizations: <br /><br />NMMA – National Marine Manufacturers Association<br /><br />BIA – Boating...
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    Corrosion Test on Oils - Searhorse are you there?

    I can't find the Bassandwalleye corrosion test on oils. Can someone provide me with a link?<br /><br />Seahorse...do you have it?
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    Sears Motor Parts

    For anyone looking for Sears motor parts. Here's the address and phone I bought Gamefisher parts from last year. It's the company that bought out the Sears outboard line. Good people to deal with and most parts cost less than ordering through Sears. <br /><br />Certified Parts Corporation<br...
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