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    1978 Johnson (javelin) 85 HP Tilt & Trim Issue

    I have a 1978 85HP Johnson OB with power tilt/trim, it is the unit with the center shaft that lifts the motor and two rams for the trim. The motor is on the port side and the reservoir is on the starboard. The problem is when I am lowering the motor, it is very slow. Going up is no problem at...
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    Newbie with a Starcraft restoration question

    Ok, I have a 1973 Starcraft SS deep v-hull aluminum boat 16' and over the winter I plan on making some new cushions for the bow. I pulled the old ones which are moldy and the vinyl is bad. I am going to use the old ones as my template to cut new wood and put some foam and marine grade vinyl...
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    Questions about 1973 Starcraft 16' SS

    I just bought a 1973 Starcraft 16' SS and am moving all my equipment/motor from my 1973 15' Capri...my question is I will be replacing the floor and was thinking about installing a 40 gallon below deck gas tank. Any thoughts on this? It looks like the gas tank would fit nicely in a deep...
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    Newbie with OB motor questions

    I have a 1973 Starcraft with 85HP Johnson OB. I live near the Chain O Lakes in Illinois and I would like to know about operating my OB in this climate. At what point should I stop running the boat on the water? Meaning, can an OB motor operate in cold water as long as it is not freezing? Any...
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    Is my Johnson motor worth repairing?

    So, I bought a 1973 Starcraft Capri 15 with a Johnson Javelin 85HP and trailer for $500.00. I brought it to a marina to be looked over, the motor has very good compression, but there are some things that need to be replaced. One of the power packs, coils, starter gear, and spark plugs. About...
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    Replacing the floor...any experience with this?

    I just bought a 1973 Capri 15'. The upholstery on the seats is in good condition, need some cleaning, but the wood is completely rotted. Putting in new seats. There is a soft spot in the middle of the floor near the stern. How much is involved with replacing the floor? I have skills with...
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