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    Almost there...I think.

    Finally got some clear days...(sorta) and got the Regal wet.<br /><br />Over winter...rebuilt card (thanks Eggkr8) and replace lower unit with a used on off eBay.<br /><br />Friday..took her out on local freshwater lake to tune in carb...idles at about 800-1000 RPM...alittle high (still working...
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    Marine wax on cars?

    From everythign I have heard...you should only wax your boat with marine wax. What is so different about the mainre wax versus the auto wax? If the marine is "better" then why wouldn't you use the marine on you cars? Is there anyreason not to?<br /><br />Just curious....paid $24 for my 3m...
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    Sealing Thru-transom Screws

    I want to temporarily remove my swim platform so that I can buff and wax the transom (pain the the butt with all the hardware in place). <br /><br />What should I use on the screws/screwholes to make sure that it doesn't leak afterwards? <br /><br />-JustMrWill
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    Practical Computer Jokes

    Ok...heres my favorite. <br /><br />While co-worker is away from desk..close all applications and move mouse cursor somewhere that is is not noticeable (lower right corner usually hides most of it). Hit Print Screen Button. Open paint and save picture of desktop somewhere. Make wallpaper...
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    Warning about Joey Jensen

    As some have read, I had a "falling out" with a rock in Weymouth area last year...seems the rock had "issues" with my lower unit hitting it going 25 mph...the rock decided to rip a large hole in the offending outdrive. I needed a new lower unit. I saw one on eBay for around $500. I contacted...
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    OMC Sterndrive Re-install

    Removed sterndrive at end of season (after hitting a rock) with drive in neutral. Found replacement drive. Set shifter rod height to messurement Don S. provided in earlier post. Drive tests out great with pressure test. (Yea!) I did not touch/adjust/move shift cable and ASSUMED that if it...
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    72 Johnson 65 HP Question

    New to the OB world...finally going to take a look at the condition of the free boat...I don't want to make any costly mistakes. <br /><br />My throttle control box has the usual forward - neutral - reverse...it has a full choke button...trim switch and a Start - run lever.<br /><br />Turned...
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    Cell Phones Beware!

    Ok. After reading everybodies stories over he past year..I have to fess up to a series of unfortunate events. The company that I work for gives us a cell phone for when we are on the road...(boy I hope nobody from work reads this)<br /><br />1st Death - Found new lab puppy using as a chew toy...
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    Where can I get original color wire?

    I am planning on replacing most/all of the wiring in my boat. I would like to keep the wire colors the same (since they match the manual and are so easy to find the correct one)...BUT I have never found the same colors (ex blue w/purple stripe) on any online retailer or store. Am I looking for...
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    MA Saltwater Fishermen

    I have noticed a bunch of members posting about saltwater fishing in MA area (Fly Rod, Ralph etc). Do you guys have fishing charters or do you just fish for the fun of it? The reason I ask - I want to get into saltwater fishing (only done fresh water) and am looking for help getting...
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    OMC Shifter Hight

    Does anybody know what the measurement of the shifter rod is? The manual states to use a special "shift length tool" to set the hight of it but never states what the measurement is...(and I dont have the "tool") Thanks.<br /><br />-JustMrWill
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    PWC Repellant

    Funny...<br /><br /> http://bostonboating.com/humor/pwcrepellant.htm <br /><br />-JustMrWill
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    1972 Johnson 65 HP Information

    I am looking for any information on a Johnson outboard.<br /><br />Model 65ESL-72S. In searching this forum I have found that it is what is stated in the subject but I know nothing else about it. This boat was given to me so I am expecting the worst. Any information about this OB will be...
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    New BOAT!! 72 Silverline

    Picking this up today or tomorrow...best thing is the price - FREE!!!! I am sooo excited...I never get the "good deals". Looked at it last nigt...hull is solid..one patch job but looks like it was done right...interior needs help...will take pics and post them once I get it home.<br /><br />...
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    OMC 4.3 liter gear ratio question

    As some of you know...last year I injured my lower unit on my '87 OMC 4.3 liter V6 stern drive.<br /><br />I found a really great deal on a rebuilt one but my luck has held and it was DESTROYED in transit by FedEx. The person I purchased from got another one in that he is rebuilding BUT he...
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    Off Season Rope Maint

    Now that it is cold and snow is in the forcast. All our boats are tucked away for their winter nap. What do you guys do for maintainance on your anchor and dock lines? One guy I talked with said to soak them in a washing machine with Woollite and water...then rinse and hang dry. First year...
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    Outdrive oil change frequency.

    I drain mine atleast once a year (more if I think I might have hit something etc). I figure taht for the couple bucks it costs for the oil...it is worth it to know that nothing is grinding or leaking.
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    OMC Outdrive Off Question

    Took off outdrive this weekend. I am planning on keeping it off for the winter while I do some repairs on it. Is there any do's and dont's that I need to know (like - not put it in gear, don't touch this thing or that? etc...)<br /><br />I just don't want to be trying to put it back together...
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    Tilt/trim Hydraulics

    My hydraulic rams are leaking. I can't find any gasket/o-ring/rebuild kit for them. I can't even find replacement ones anywhere online!!! All my searches seem to only bring up new pumps and maybe hydraulic lines but no rams. Can anybody tell me where I can find anything on them?<br /><br...
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    OMC Outdrive Maint

    Ok...did the bone-headed novice thing and hit a rock :mad: . Most people that I have talked to has stated that my lower unit damage can't be repaired. Decided to get a rebuilt one off eBay ($500 + shipping). Going to pull outdrive off to replace lower unit. Read through manual and many...
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