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    1988 ssv-195 Glastron any good?

    I was thinking of getting this as a first boat. It has the 4.3l V-6 with an Alpha One outdrive on it. If this a good boat? Is there any thing I should look out for with a boat of this age? Thanks in advance.
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    Would you recommend 2002 Bayliner Capri 175?

    Hi, I know Bayliners are the belly button of boats (everybody's got one), that aside, would you recommend a 2002 Capri 175 with the 3.0l and Alpha one outdrive? How would this be for my first boat? I mostly cruise on a river and sometimes the shoreline of Long Island sound. Thanks for any...
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    50hp Force Outboard any good???

    Hi, Is a mid- 1980's 50hp Force Outboard reliable? Who makes it? Is it the one made by Chrysler or something like that? Please let me know if this motor is ample enough power for a 16ft bayliner bowrider. Thanks!
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    2 stroke or 4 stroke?

    I am considering purchasing a 2002 Starcraft Super Sport 16' aluminum. I have the option of either a 2 stroke or 4 stroke outboard. Which should I get? I know the 2 stroke is lighter, but are there any other advantages of 4 strokes? I still live in an area where 2 strokes are legal so that isn't...
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    Outboard or I/O better?

    Hi, which is a better motor? I like sterdrives because you don't see the motor, but I also like outboards because they require less maintenance. I will be using my boat on long Island sound and on the Housatonic River. I will be cruising mostly. Would A 2002 Starcraft Super sport 16' with a 60hp...
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    Anyone know of a Starcraft dealer in Connecticut?

    I am having trouble locating one. I want to but a Super Sport 160 ,but can't find a dealer! I can't even find a used one for sale! Are these limited production or something? Thanks for any assistance
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    Would you recommend Starcraft Aluminum boats?

    Hi, I am looking into buying a 16' Super Sport 160 with an aluminum hull. Do you know how they ride? How do they handle compared to fiberglass or wood? I would be using it on Long Island sound as a runabout. here is the link for the boat. Thanks for any suggestions! <br /><br /> Click here
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    Would you recommend Starcraft Aluminum boats?

    Hi, I am looking into buying a 16' Super Sport 160 with an aluminum hull. Do you know how they ride? How do they handle compared to fiberglass or wood? I would be using it on Long Island sound as a runabout. here is the link for the boat. Thanks for any suggestions! <br /><br /> Click here
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    Does this site have a classified section?

    Hi, I have a 3hp 1959 Golden Jubilee by Evinrude for sale. I am looking to sell it but cannot find the classified section. Can someone let me know if it is ok to post it in here? Thanks
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    Which 2-cycle oil do you guys use?

    What is a good oil to use? I have a 1977 single cylinder 4.5hp merc outboard. Thanks for any info!
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    Leaded fuel in 1977 4.5 Merc outboard.

    Hi, I have the original metal gas can that is in good shape (no rust inside). On the top it says to use either leaded, low lead, or unleaded gasoline. Seeing that 1977 was on the cusp of phasing out leaded gasolines,and replacing them with unleaded fuels, does this mean that my motor can run on...
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    Outboard storage question drain fuel or not??

    Hi, In my 4.5 Mercury outboard, after I pull the fuel line off should I leave the gas (stabil added) in the carb or should I run it dry? I would think that leaving the gas with the sta-bil in the carb would keep the rubber diaphrams in the fuel pump from drying out. Any thoughts would be...
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    What is gas tank made from?

    Would anyone know what a 17ft 1989 Larson DC 170 fuel tank is make from? Metal or plastic?? Thanks for any info.
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    3.0L mercruiser Alpha one any good??

    Hi, is the 4 cylinder 3.0L Mercruiser alpha one any good? I am condsidering buying a 17" Larson Bowrider that has one in it. It has 300 freshwater only hours on it. Thanks for any insight!
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    1989 Larson DC 170 Bowrider Mercruiser any good?

    Hi I was considering buying this boat.Can someone suggest if they are good models? How about the engine and outdrive? Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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    Old Evinrude,what year is it???

    I have an old Evinrude serial number 3030-03987. It is a 3 hp. Does anyone know how to tell what year it is? Thanks
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    Mercury outboard oil ratio

    Hi, I have a 1977 4.5 HP single cylinder. Does anyone know the ratio for the oil and gas mixture? I was told that it is 100:1 but that sounds too lean to me. Thanks for any help.
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    Places to buy Mercury parts online

    Hi, does anyone know of an online place to buy a fuel pump for a 1977 4.5hp mercury outboard? Thanks
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    Mercury outboard serial number/ fuel pump HELP!!!

    Hi, I am new to this board and wanted to ask a question about a 4.5HP Mercury outboard. When it idles it is fine but when I try to go full throttle it boggs down and will stall unless I bring the throttle position back to idle. Could this be the fuel pump? It is a vacuum type that runs off of...
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