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cyclops222 replied to the thread I should add a 2nd battery....

Are you doing the complete installation personally ? Or just wanting enough information to order someone else to do it your way ?

Aug 16, 2025
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cyclops222 replied to the thread Performance expectations for a smaller boat??.

We can get the dockers howling when we do it in front of them. (y)

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 reacted to flashback's post in the thread Performance expectations for a smaller boat?? with Like.

I would love to see that..!

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 reacted to racerone's post in the thread Evinrude big twin 40 with Like.

You need to have that thermostat assembly in there.----Your location ?

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 replied to the thread Sqeeking sound from belt after impeller inspection.

Lets take pictures of the belt on the engine. Easier to put new belt on correctly.

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 reacted to Mc Tool's post in the thread Attempting a motor rebuild with Like.

Nah , They do all the local small engines and are well set up for small bores , just like everything else in New Zealand ....." you...

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 replied to the thread Attempting a motor rebuild.

No cheap AI in CNC machine land.

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 reacted to airshot's post in the thread 1998 9.9 Mercury 2 stroke idling issue with Like.

Do you run any type of fuel cleaner/ stabilizer in your fuel ? Do you remove the fuel hose and run the carb dry after each use ?

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 reacted to airshot's post in the thread Is it only a matter of time for leaks? with Like.

5K in my area would buy me a 2 or 3 old Star craft tinnies with good motors and trailers. 5 K for one....that would already been...

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 reacted to kd4pbs's post in the thread Cant start engine when opening throttle. Mercruiser 3.0 with Like.

Press in on the button in the middle of your throttle/shifter control arm while advancing the lever. That should disconnect the gear...

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 replied to the thread Is it only a matter of time for leaks?.

If the pour in foam is OPEN CELL type ? Could have hundred of pounds of water in the foam. Careful checking of all the below waterline...

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 reacted to Grub54891's post in the thread Sqeeking sound from belt after impeller inspection with Like.

I would hope you have water running to the engine. How good id the battery? If it's weak the alternator is working hard and if the belt...

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 replied to the thread Is it only a matter of time for leaks?.

Why would you ever think a 55 year old boat is not going to be endless rip out and replace everything. Including electrical parts and...

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 reacted to MNhunter1's post in the thread Is it only a matter of time for leaks? with Like.

I personally would not look at a boat from the 70's/80's without expecting a transom and deck replacement. I've ripped up too many...

Aug 15, 2025
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cyclops222 reacted to Scott Danforth's post in the thread Is it only a matter of time for leaks? with Like.

I personally consider any boat under $10k a project until proven otherwise Most leaks are simply rivets needing rebuking. Floor and...

Aug 15, 2025

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