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    Android App?

    Is there an iboats android app? One for the whole site would be great, but one dedicated to the form would be convenient as well. Any idea if one is in development?
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    Gamefisher 7.5 (1980?) wont start.

    Re: Gamefisher 7.5 (1980?) wont start. With the twistgrip in the start position, shutter is closed and post does not contact timing linkage: Wide open, timing linkage moves to just contact the post:
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    Ever use a motorcycle battery?

    I have a 12' aluminum johnboat and I traded my 70lb 27DC180 battery and trolling motor for a little 7.5 gamefisher (38lbs). As soon as I get the motor running I'd like to take it out. I have a little 360gph bilge to clear the water that seeps in through the rivets and wakes I take on from...
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    Gamefisher 7.5 (1980?) wont start.

    I just picked up a Gamefisher 7.5 hp model 217.586752. Tecumseh powerhead model 640-23A. The carburetor is clean, has new gaskets. It is getting fuel. Spark plug sparks, and has fuel on it. Sounds like it has compression, feels good when it's pulled. I can't get it to start. I've drained the...
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    Gamefisher Eska 7.5 carb substitution

    Thinking about getting a eska 7.5 1980 outboard. Model 217.586752. Tecumseh model 640-23A. If I need to get parts for the carb can I replace with parts from another model? I can't find all the parts for this carb online, but I can find parts for similar models. Discount-Marine-Parts.com has...
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    Evinrude 5.5 Fisherman...should I buy?

    Re: Evinrude 5.5 Fisherman...should I buy? Said it's a model 5520, 1960. He just told me it won't fire up, maybe the points? But if it's not locked up, and you can feel compression when the rope is pulled, it can be fixed most likely, right? I have a couple pics under the cover but they...
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    Evinrude 5.5 Fisherman...should I buy?

    I have a chance to buy a Evinrude 5.5 Fisherman off craigslist for $100. The seller says it only needs a new water pump. He said he will clean the carb and make sure it runs. But if the water pump doesn't work then he can't run it for more than a few seconds without risking damage, right? What...
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