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    Possible to decarb in tank?

    I just bought a boat and motor. 1979 Johnson 85 Hp. Compression 138,135; 128, 93. I should do the decarbonating with the Seafoam to see possible improvement. The boat docks are not in yet for the season but I wanted to decarb soon. Can I just do it on the driveway? Is it necessary to run...
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    79 johnson 85hp milky lower U oil

    The motor ran fine 2 years ago. Not in use since. Fired it up today on muffs and ran OK with pee stream and all. But after shutting it off found lower unit oil milky brownish. Is there a kit for all the seals for that lower unit? How many pieces if individually purchased? Can the seals be...
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    Aluminum or fiberglass hull?

    I see all these problems with stringers and floors in older fiberglass boats. I decided to look for an aluminum 17'-19' boat to use in the bigger lakes in NE Ohio. Is there disadvantages to having aluminum boat? I just replaced transom and painted a 14 foot alum. mirrocraft and it was fun and...
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    How do I research a used boat?

    Is there a website where one can research boat specifications such as weight, max hp., length, beam, or any info on boats built in the 60s to 80s or 1990s.
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    Is squeaky floor OK?

    There is a boat that is in great shape but have squeaky floor in the middle of the boat. The owner kept it inside an well maintained since 1974 when he bought the 20' Duo Challenger new. Made by Starcraft, Very deep V closed bow fiberglass boat. Dry Weight just under 2200 LB. When I walked on...
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    Difference in gas usage 305 verses 165 HP.

    Is there a big difference between the 305 Chevy 8 cyl. and the 165 Hp inline 6 cyl. gas usage? The 305 Chevy is in a 1978 21' Thompson Fisherman and the 165HP inline 6 is in a 1974 Duo Challenger. Both are similarly built, looking at the pictures on EBay. Both have 8? beam and very deep...
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    Towing vehicle capacity. How much?

    I have a 2002 Kia Sedona. I know it has lots of bad publicity for gas mileage and other stuff. Its a heavy car. GVWR: 5787 LB How big of a load can I tow safely with such a car? Assume that I have adequate tow hitch setup. The car moves along nicely with a 3.5L 6 cyl. motor on everyday driving.
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    Where to buy trailer tires locally?

    Where is the best place to buy 12" tires for a small boat trailer locally to avoid the shipping cost? Lowes had them but only 5 lugs. I need the ones with 4 holes. Just fixed up this trailer and the tires are cracked, wheels rusty. Any of the car tire places have them? Would even buy...
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    Where can I find bushings?

    I was on the computer for hours today but without results. Frustrated because cannot find a simple leaf spring bushing: 1 3/4" long 1/2" inner diameter 3/4 " outer diameter. Plastic or rubber would be fine. Can anyone point me to the right direction? Thanks, Laszlo
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    1978 Mirrocraft 14 with center casting deck.

    Is it a good idea to add a raised deck with removable seat to the middle of the boat with the batteries and gas tank bellow this platform? No rear deck and no front deck (only small front platform just big enough for trolling motor). Leave the middle factory bench seat and just put the deck on...
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    Replacement Boat Decals (where to get them?)

    Does anyone knows if it is possible to obtain original style stick-on decals for 1978 Mirrocraft 14 ? Also would be great if I could get new specification sticker that is made of aluminum and attached to the inside of the transom showing the Weight , Max Hp. etc.
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    Basic rustoleum oil based paint for aluminum boat?

    I just bought a 1978 14' mirrocraft for a few hundred dollars. Soon as the weather allows it I want to paint the hull inside and out on the budget. I have all the sanders, and pressure washer and spraying and rolling equipment since I was a house painter for 30 years. Infact I spray...
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