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    "Nostalgic" gets a refit or drewpster has a big FIT- one will occur!

    OK guys the little boat is wet so the time has come to make plans to get the big boat going. So far the list of items needing done is growing and is sure to get larger as the work progresses. I intend to start grinding toward the end of summer and press through to next spring getting the hull...
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    My tri-hull transom replacement w/ pics

    Re: My tri-hull transom replacement w/ pics So I decided to go ahead and repaint the outboard. I first decided against doing it but I got over my laziness and pulled it back off the boat. Most of the original finish was still there. The paint was intact but dull and faded. The original decals...
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    My tri-hull transom replacement w/ pics

    Re: My tri-hull transom replacement w/ pics After I got the rest of the engine harness in my attention turned to the trolling motor. A couple of years back my wife got me a brand new transom mounted trolling motor. I made plans on where and how the battery and wires would go. I have a good idea...
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    Remember the Quest

    I would like to ask all on board to give a thought to some fellow boaters who lost there lives aboard the sailing yacht "Quest." To those families who lost loved ones I wish to send my deepest condolences. To the brave sailors fighting the threat, Send the Pirates Down!
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    Mercury engine decals

    I know a few guys in here have used decals off ebay when they paint thier engines. It seems the supplier on ebay has the decals I need for my 1990 Mercury. If you have used these decals, are they good quality? The ones I want are $50, thats a bit steep for stickers. I dont want to get ripped off.
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    V-lock Accessory mount

    I was interested if any one here has experience with a V-lock (v-lock.com) mount. I was thinking of using it as a trolling motor mount. My steering linkage will not allow my trolling motor clearance to mount it on the transom. Is the V-Lock mount heavy enough?
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    General question about Merc TILT wiring

    I am installing the wiring to my control for my 1990 90hp mercury with a Commander 2000 control box. I notice in the diagram of the Merc Manual that the power for the tilt switch at the control box comes directly from the hot wire at the engine. This means the tilt circuit will have power...
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    Fuel system

    With today's gas being what it is, I wanted to run a fuel/ water seperating filter in the fuel system of my outboard. The complete system is new (tank, hoses, vent ect) because this is a restored boat. I am running a 90 hp Merc three cylinder (1990) engine. I am using a permenent tank plumbed to...
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    1979 22' Starcraft SuperSport V5 Restoration

    Re: 1979 22' Starcraft SuperSport V5 Restoration I just fell on your resto thread tonight while I was looking around. Man! the more i see these Tinnys going together, the more I like them. Unfortunately there are not many of the older Stars around in my area, otherwise I would be tempted to...
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    Opinions on Fuel tank

    Thanks to Santa I got my fuel tank for my tri-hull today. The problem I have is that it is rather large. I am working on a 16 foot tri-hull with a 90 hp outboard. My thinking when selecting the tank was to get the largest capacity for the size that will fit where it is mounted. I measured the...
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    Need help with trolling motor mounting

    My wife bought me a really nice transom mount trolling motor for my little tri-hull. Unfortunately the transom mount gets in the way of the tiller of the outboard. Are there optional mounts for Motorguide that will allow the tiller to travel left and right without hitting the mount?
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    Aluminum Windshield Restoration

    I promised someone I would do a post on how I restored my windshield. Well, it is finally completed so here goes. Unfortunately my camera was not available when I started the teardown of the windshield, but the construction is pretty basic. The windshield is five pieces; the walkthrough door...
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    Tri-hull project Wiring

    I was asked to do a detailed post on the wiring I have done on my tri-hull project boat. As the time becomes available and the system gets more complete, I will detail what I have done. The system is rather basic. My plan was to run the engine and boat accessories as seperate systems. The engine...
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    Ignition switch wiring Mercury

    Can anybody tell me the color code for wiring an ignition switch for a 1990 or so Mercury 90hp outboard? I am using a remote push-to-choke switch rather than the one in the shifter box. The one in the shifter box is missing so I am going with an aftermarket switch. I also need to know how to set...
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    Removing Scratches from Glass Windshield

    I remember years ago reading an article for a process to remove scratches from windshield glass. I am sure I remember reading that you use a rubbing compound to buff the glass out. I just dont remember the type or grit. It could also be jewler's ruge. I just do not remember. I have good glass in...
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