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    Rebuild Hub or Replace Prop

    Hello, I'm looking for advice from someone with knowledge of Michigan Wheel Rapture Props. I've been running a Rapture 13 1/4 x 17 on a 1995 Mercury 115 hp outboard since 1999, with complete satisfaction. I noticed recently, while slalom skiing, acceleration out of the hole, is noticeable...
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    Tohatsu 30hp 4-stroke

    I'm using a 3-blade, Aluminum, 10x15 prop on a 2010, 30hp, 4-stroke Tohatsu, mounted on a 1962, 14ft Aluminum StarCraft. The engine weighs in at 172 lbs and I estimate the boat and equipment at 250 lbs. The boat use will be all purpose, including riding, fishing and maybe light skiing (if...
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    Leak in Aluminum Seam

    I've just discovered that while cruising in my recently restored 1962 14' Starcraft, that water is forced through the seam in the aluminum just under the gunwhale chines. This water comes in under pressure from the spray being deflected by the boat as it moves through the water on plane. The...
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