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    stuck in reverse

    My 1979 25hp Johnson is stuck in reverse and will not shift out of gear, not sure whats going on can anyone help me out not sure where to start Thanks
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    volvo penta prop question

    Can I replace a short hub prop with a long hub prop on a 270 stern drive? just curious if its possible? Thanks
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    Volvo Penta short hub/long hub???

    I've got an '88 volvo penta drive how do I know if it is a short hub or long hub prop and can I use a long hub prop on a short hub stern drive is there any kind of adapter i could use??? Thankyou
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    Minn Kota Vector speed control reversal?

    Can I reverse the speed control on a 55lb Minn Kota Vector. I'd like to have 5 speeds in reverse for back trolling. Thanks
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    Prop selection for 2.3 L Volvo

    Can anyone help with prop sizing for a 1988 2.3L sohc 120hp Volvo Penta in a 20ft. Bayliner capri. I'm not sure of the manufacturers WOT rpm rating but the tach tops out at about 4600-4800. Don't need fancy just a good all around replacement. I'm not sure what's on the boat now. Also would...
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    Is 15 hp enough?

    Not sure if this is the right forum to be asking but would 15 hp be enough motor to push a 16ft jon boat(modified V hull) I'm not lookin to make MACH speed but do you think it will plane the boat. The only reason I ask is cause I can get the motor fairly cheap and would like to save $$$ for a...
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    prop for Bayliner w/Volvo Penta drive

    Can anyone tell me the best prop selection for a 21 ft Bayliner Capri With a 120 hp 2.3L sohc VolvoPenta drive. Looking to get all around performance. It's proped wrong now I'm quite sure since I'm only getting 4500-4600 rpm and 30 mph. Thanks.<br /><br />Sean
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    Smart Tab size selection

    I'd like to put Smart Tabs on a 21 ft. Bayliner Capri with a 120hp Volvo Penta drive, do I need the 60 or 80 lb model. The boat right now will not stay on plane under about 3300 rpms , will I see a significant performance difference? I get about 30 mph at 4500rpms now, will I gain top end or...
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    What year is this merc and is it any good???

    The serial # is A725361 I believe it is a 45hp(I've tried to reserch the no. but can't seem to reference it), also is this model Mercury a good motor It's on a 18 ft steel hull will it be enough motor.
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    Fuel/Oil mix for 1959 50hp Rude

    Is the ratio 50:1 or 24:1 for a 1959 50horse V4 Evinrude? Thanks in advance<br /><br />Sean
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    Mudmotors...

    Just wondering if anyone here uses them for huntin and runing in skinny water. What would be the best choice for a 17 or 18 ft jon. Who makes the best, and is the surface drive better or worse than the original long tail. Also what are they like in open water, in say 2 foot chop. Thanks guys, I...
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    info needed on 59' 18hp Evinrude Fastwin

    Can anyone provide me with some info on this motor, model no. is 15028. what plugs to use and is the oil mix 24:1, can I lean this out if I run synthetic or no. Any other info on this motor would be greatly appreciated.<br /><br />Thanks alot,<br /><br />Sean
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    spark plugs for 73 rude

    Can someone tell me what spark plugs to use in a 1973 6hp evinrude model 6302S.<br /><br />Thanks
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    Need some opinions?

    I'm looking to purchase a new mid range outboard 40 - 50hp in a tiller model to put on a 17 or 18ft jon boat for huntin and fishin. I'm wondering what anybody thinks would be the best motor for this application. Any and all opinions are very appreciated.<br /><br />Thanks
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    motor years

    Can anyone provide a link to any site that provides Honda motor years... Thanks<br /><br />Sean
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