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    dual helm guage issue

    I have a 1976 B2671 Reinell that i am thinking of naming headache lol. I have completely rewired the entire boat including engine harnesses. Not sure how much history you need but it is a dual engine dual helm boat. the boat was is bad shape and i have been restoring this thing... getting soo...
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    merc 165 engine coughing smoke

    So been working on my project boat, finaly had time to get my second engien running. so far what i have done, i have replaced points, condensor, and spark plugs. Also rebuilt the carb. It now starts and runs good. will sit at idle all day long no problems. but as i bring it up off idle i assume...
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    Gimbal houseing disasembly

    Hey all, breaking down my old mc-1 gimbals.... and let me let you it has been a nightmare so far... had to shear both of the pivot pins little nails and the lower swivel pin's cotter pin. Just if anyone is wondering yes you can shear them quite easy with heat heat and a small hammer and punch...
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    Gimbal mounting bolts

    Back again for more abuse.... not really just need some help. So rebuilding an old reinell with twin pre alpha drives. the transom was rotted pretty good and alot of moistre made it to the mounting bolts for the gimbal housing. i have found the two stud/bolts for the two lowest holes that hold...
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    Dual helm setup, need help

    So I have a 26' reinell that I have been restoring. It is a cabin cruiser with fly bridge. I have dual helms that are running big-t Teleflex steering setup. the problem I have is the upper wheel spins freely have taken the upper helm apart to look at the teeth and the cable to see what failed...
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    76' 26 foot Reinell needing resto work

    Hey all, picked up a 26' rienell the original plan was to spruce up the inside, but as we were pulling the furniture to paint and replace wall coverings i noticed that there were a couple spot in the floor that were soft, after some drilling and what not the rear section of the cabin needs...
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