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    Kicker size question

    I am thinking of putting one of the Merc 2.5hp 4 strokes on my 16ft Bayliner as an emergency back up. I am planning on using one of those mounts that fold out and down. Does this idea sound feasable? I know 2.5 is not much but I fish by myself and the boat is not too loaded down. I fish the...
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    Anyone using a HB 575?

    Do you have a Humminbird 575? If so, how is it working out for you? I am curious to see whether I should get one as I fish in shallow water. I figure the 455hz transducer may work better in 25 to 35 feet of water than the traditional trandsducers. This is the limit on my budget so please...
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    shaft length on bow mount T.M. question

    Question one, Before I lengthen the shaft on my Endura 40, I need some input as to what length to go to. My current shaft is 36" and I plan to mount the motor on the bow of my 16ft Bayliner. The motor is set up for transom use but I am going to put a removable mount just behind the bow light...
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    Powerwinch 712 overkill for my boat?

    A friend gave me a Powerwinch 712 and I am deliberating on whether to use it or not. I have a 16ft Bayliner with an 85 horse Force engine on a 21ft Ez Loader bunk trailer. I have glides on my bunks and the boat slides off easily. I usually have to put little of the trailer in the water or...
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    Trailer tire size question for emergency

    I'm asking this as I saw a situation where a guy hit a pot hole and blew one of his tires. He had 13 inch tires and dryrotted spare. I had a 14 inch with the same bolt pattern that I could have put on to tow it home. He elected to wait for his son to come up ( about four hours later) with...
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    How do Bimini support poles work?

    I just bought two support poles for my Bimini top. Both ends have nylon fittings with an eye. Both the nylon fitting for the gunwale and the fitting for the Bimini pole have screws that go through the eye of the plastic fittings on the poles. Do I have to unscrew these and stow the support...
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    Which cover should I buy for my Bayliner?

    I have a 16ft Bayliner Capri which is actually 15.7 feet long. The covers I am looking at are for 14 to 16 ft boats and 16 to 18 foot boats. Some folks have told me to get the longer one as it will cover the engine. I don't plan to trailer it, just cover the boat out in the yard. Thanks in...
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    Need a thrust washer for Force 85hp

    Anyone have a thrust washer for a Force 85 to 125 hp prop they aren't using? I know I can buy them, I am just trying to get a cheaper deal. John
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    Westland Bimini report

    Hi folks, I bought a Westland Bimini top for my Bayliner and I wanted to share my experience. First I bought it through Iboats and got free shipping. Next, it came FEDEX in about a week. The kit was well laid out and parts were segregated and packaged well. The best part I saved for last...
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    Question about Michigan hub construction

    I just bought a used Michigan 072108 for my 1985, 85hp Force. The prop has a rubber hub and brass bushing. My concern is that the forward end, that which goes on the shaft first, may have something missing. The distance from the prop outer hub to the inner bushing is about an inch. I think...
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    Overtemp sensor part numbers (new thread)

    Someone corrupted my last request so I started a new thread. The engine is a 1985 Force 85hp. I need a thermoswitch, the unit on the engine that sets off the overtemp alarm. The part numbers I have are 87-817778A1 and A335449-1. I have not found anyone online that has these parts and there...
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    Nees help in finding a thermoswitch (overtemp sensor)

    Hi guys and gals, I have searched the usual parts houses and am coming up empty. I have an old black thermoswitch ( overtemp sensor) on my 1985 Force 85 and am looking for one of the later red thermoswitches. Mine is going off at about 150 degrees which is too low and won't allow me to get up...
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    Wanted: Suggestions for outboard fuel flow meter

    I have seen fuel flow meters on larger boats. Considering the cost of fuel, I am looking to put one on my 1985 85hp Bayliner Capri. I am looking for some recommendations. Thanks in advance, John
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    New ez loader trailer problem

    I just bought a new ez loader trailer for my '85 Baliner Capri. When I bought it, my salesman ( the general manager) went through the numbers, asked what kind of boat it was for and picked out a bunk trailer. He even called the factory to confirm that this was the trailer I needed and not a...
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    Smart tabs cause overheating engine?

    Strange question but I have to ask. I have an '85 Bayliner Capri with an 85hp Force engine on it. It has never overheated when it was stock or when I used a Dole Fin. I decided to get Smart Tabs and mounted them as per instructions. They were set in the middle hole and are 40lb gas struts...
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    85HP force prop modification question

    I have a 1985 85hp Force with solid, non exhaust prop. My hub is a smaller diameter than the newer 1990's engines. Can I take a newer prop that has 15 splines (like mine) and mill the front down to fit my engine as a spare? The newer props I believe have a 4.5 inch hub but the same pitch and...
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    Need suggestions on a new trailer

    I have an 85 Bayliner Capri with a 85hp Force on it. The previous owner did not take care of the trailer and it died this weekend. I am looking to buy a new one and need suggestions. The boat is 16 feet long and weights 1275 (without gas and stuff) according to NADA. I have surfed the web...
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    Speedometer operation question

    My speedometer in my Bayliner Capri is not working. I took it out and blew into the orifice in the back and could only get the needle to move about 1/2 inch. I then gentley blew air from an air bottle into it and was able to move the needle through its whole range of motion (without slamming...
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    Question about Force CD manuals

    First, I know that the $85 OEM manual is the best. I cannot justify spending $85 as I have a Seloc manual and alot of wiring diagrams and schematics. I would like to know if the CD sold on ebay is better than the Seloc manual. I know I can buy the Clymer manual and that it is pretty good...
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    Fuel Pump check valve removal procedure FINAL RESULT

    1985 Force 85hp Can anyone tell me how to remove the check valve at the fuel OUT side of the fuel pump? I can drift out the one that sits on the fuel IN side and, of course, the center one removes with two screws. My reason for removing them is that they all are sticking and won't free up by...
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