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  1. ScottinAZ

    water in fuel, what problems can it cause

    I checked the fuel supply for my 115 Evinrude this morning, and in a 12 oz bottle, probably had 1/2 oz of water that separated out of it. (the gas was freshly gotten about a week ago, so it isnt stale) I am currently installing a water separator filter in line, but I would like to know if my...
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    cedar vs redwood

    Its time for me to rebuild the covers over both the fuel tank access and the ski locker on my Imperial. The originals were carpeted plywood, but I will be going with solid wood for the replacements, mostly to improve ventilation in the compartments, and also because I think wood looks better. I...
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    82 115hp 'rude bogging at full throttle

    I had the Imperial up to the lake today and ran into some problems. First off, like a dip**** I forgot to pump the bulb when checking the motor on muffs, and ran it out of gas. Once I got it all primed again, all was well, or so I thought. Once at the lake, I had issues starting, and once I did...
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    cable vs strap

    OK, question of the day, How many here use a cable winch and how many use a strap. Bonus for why you prefer what you do. I personally prefer the strap. You can see damage easier, they dont rust, they dont tangle in the spool as easily, and I think that they provide a bit of shock absorbtion for...
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    winch problems

    On my new to me Imperial, I have a problem with the winch on the trailer. The handle is stripped out. Does anyone know if you can just get a new handle for it, or do I have to spring for a whole new winch just to cannibalize the handle. The rest of the winch is in good shape, and I dont want to...
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    best way to trim boat

    My (new to me) Imperial deep V lists pretty good to whatever side I happen to be sitting on, what would be the best way to balance this out. I dont appear to have a problem with saturated foam, or such, but I do have a below floor gas tank (20 gallon) and the battery is on the same side as the...
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    my day in the barrel

    Well today we took out the squirt, the wife and the ancient Invader. All was going good until the engine started running on one cylinder.... (oh crap, long ways to paddle) pulled out of the channel, popped the cover, and lo and behold, I didnt secure a plug. The drain plug on the lower carb had...
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    approximate values for Evinrude outboards

    Just polling the board here to get an idea of value on these motors. First up is a 1975 vintage 50 horse model 50573B. Engine has fresh impeller, charges good, fresh rebuilt carbs and was used on the lake today, so its a known runner. Prop is a bit tatty, but it isnt vibrating and the lower...
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    transom drains

    This isnt so much a resto thread as a repair question. I was installing my drain plug and noticed that the drain tube is able to be spun inside the transom. Obviously this means that it isnt sealed to the transom effectively, but my question is, what is the best way to repair this, use a plastic...
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    picking a prop brand

    Well, I got my vintage Invader out on the water today, and am pleased with the performance of the system. The engine gets to WOT easily, and the boat didnt sink.... Now what I need to do is get a replacement prop for the original that is quite frankly beat to crap. It is a 12 1/4 x 15 pitch, and...
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    Evinrude 50573b trim tab

    Need some basic information on the "starting" position for the trim tab. When I got the boat, the lower unit was partially removed, and as such, I dont have the basic setting for the trim tab. What do you guys normally set it at (i just need a basic starting point) Should I center it, and play...
  12. ScottinAZ

    cooling problem

    I had my 1975 Evinrude up at the lake today, and I have a few issues with it. First, I cheaped out, and didnt rebuild the carbs, so it runs like crap..... (no kidding dummy). I have the kits on the way for this, so no issues. Second, is that even though I replaced the impeller in the water pump...
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    Adding a tell tale (alternate location)

    I am adding a tell tale to my 1975 Evinrude 50 horse, and am wondering, since I have the head cover off anyways to change the thermostat, can I add the tell tale to this, instead of the cylinder head itself. I can better insure that nothing gets inside the cooling jackets if I do this, but...
  14. ScottinAZ

    new to forum, and boating

    Hello all, Im new to the board here, but, in the last few days, have learned an immense amount on how to repair boats and all. I have a background in woodworking, electrical, and automotive mechanics, so what did I do, I bought a boat....... its a 1976 vintage Invader 15' trihull that needed a...
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    Factory prop pitch??

    Trying to figure out if I have the factory pitch prop on my 1975 Evinrude 50 engine. Its marked as a 12 1/4 x 15. I bought the boat used, and is in the middle of a refit (yeah, I know). I figure that the factory prop should be a good starting point for tuning and all. The engine is attached to a...
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