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    Sunbird Gas Tank Capicity

    Anybody know how much gas this boat holds - 1990 Sunbird Barletta 204. I know it holds atleast 25 gallons based on fillup when the gauge shows low fuel. But I don't think the guage is that accurate. thanks
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    Sunbird Gas Tank Capicity

    Anybody know how much gas this boat holds - 1990 Sunbird Barletta 204. I know it holds atleast 25 gallons based on fillup when the gauge shows low fuel. But I don't think the guage is that accurate. thanks
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    What's wrong? - 1990 Johnson 120

    The engine is running great but the problem is one head stays cool while the other reaches normal temps. Also, I pulled the plug wires off plugs on the cold head and there was no change in idle. When I pull them off the other side the engine runs rough. What makes this more confusing is the...
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    One head hot the other head cold???

    I took the boat out on saturday and the engine ran great. I noticed the temp guage was reading around 100 degrees so I figured all was well. Got back to the dock and flushed the engine on the muffs and the water coming out of the telltale was cold. I took the cover off and felt the heads...
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    adding anchor line

    Hopefully an easy question. I currently have an anchor with 100' of line and would like to add another 100'. What is the best way to attach the two pieces? Just use a simple knot or some kind of shackle?<br /><br />thanks
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    PVC frame to support boat cover

    I need to build some type of frame/support to hold up a tarp over my boat during the fall and winter. I have tried different things for the past few years and always wind up with puddles on the tarp. Anyone have any ideas on what the best design would be?<br /><br />My boat is a 20' cuddy with...
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    1997 5 hp force overheating

    A friend of mine has been having an overheat problem and plans on changing the waterpump. Any tips I can pass along before he drops the lower unit? Does this engine have a thermostat? I already told him to get a manual.<br /><br />thanks
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    Help what did I do wrong??

    Sorry in advance for the long post.<br /><br />I tried a little preventive maintenance on my engine this weekend - 1990 Johnson 120 VRO - and now it is running horrible. I replaced the oil and gas lines going to the VRO and the gas line coming out of the VRO to the carbs, I cleaned the VRO tank...
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    Bilge pump electrical problem

    I have a Rule pump with an internal float. The pump works great, but I have a problem with the 3-way electrical switch (ON-OFF-MANUAL). The auto on works and the off works, but when I switch to manual it doesn't turn on. Is the switch bad or is it the pump? Any ideas on how to test?<br /><br...
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    Decarb Question?

    I plan on decarbing my 1990 Johnson 120 soon - first time. The problem is I need to use the hose and muffs at the ramp so the smoke doesn't kill my neighbors. Can I tilt the engine back up to bring it home (5 minute ride) to let soak and then tilt down again. <br /><br />thanks
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    Hose question?

    Are oil and gas lines the same thing. Or are they different types of rubber? I need to change the lines for a 1990 Johnson 120 with VRO, the old ones are starting to look worn.<br />thanks
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    omc ignition switch

    Quick question - I have an omc ignition with the push in choke/primer, which terminal/wire is for the primer?<br /><br />thanks
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    vro oil lines

    I have a 1990 Johnson 120 VRO. I am planning on changing all the oil and gas hoses on the engine soon. I was checking the manual and it said anytime you disconnect a hose from the vro, you need to put oil in the gas to until you make sure vro is working. I know the vro is working fine, do you...
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    trailer hitch basic question

    Are you supposed to put grease on the hitch ball?<br /><br />I went to Uhaul the other day to rent a trailer and had put grease on the ball and the guy went crazy saying you should never put grease on the ball.
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    Hard starting Johson

    I have a 1990 120 Johnson VRO. I have gone out twice this year and have had a hard time starting it both times. Once it is running, it is fine for the rest of the day. It cranks but won't turn over even with the throttle open all the way. To get it to start, I had to flick the choke over...
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