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  1. ted655

    Idendtifying starter #?

    Older 50 hp. Merc. 0D649877 ser #. OEM# (I think), 5066015 on side of starter. We think it needs brushes, Starter won't "spin" motor. It spurts, as if it was trying to turn a high compression engine. Bendix works, no grinding or bad noises. Battery is good (even tried a new battery). Growl...
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    Antenna splitter?

    http://www.rocktheboataudio.com/html/25072.html . Is this a good idea? Will it weaken the VHF recieve or transmit signal? Will the VHF cause noise on the AM/Fm radio? I hate more holes & cables if I don't need them. Thanks,
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    Thru hull sealant?

    I need to drill and mount a thru hull transducer. Probably using plastic fairing blocks. Is there a better sealant/adhesive than 3Ms 5000? (whatever) All the manufacture says is use a adhesive sealant "such as" 3Ms bla, bla. Not a specific recomendation exactly. This will be a 1 1/16" hole...
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    VHF antenna selection?

    d:)I just recieved a nice present. A Uniden VHF base set. UM525. Now I need an antenna for it. There are many types, sizes & prices out there. I could use help finding the right one. It will be used on our HB, so the antenna will mount high up (if that matters). Used mostly om rivers & inland...
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    fuel polishing

    Hi. anyone with a diesel I/O using a polishing ststem? I have questions. Thanks,
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    Controller for engine alternator question

    The engine is a 6 cyl. Volvo diesel. I want to replace the stock alternator & get a high output type. I have 2 batt banks. 2 batts for start/glow and 4 large amp hr batts as a inverter bank. All 6 are AGMs. While underway I want the new alternator to top the starters and then charge the inverter...
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    Ob trim for cav plate ??

    I read an article, in which they mention trims that attach to the cav plate. The Whale Tail, etc.. There was a mention of one called "The Edge". A stainless steel add-on that attaches to the bottom of the plate. I've Googled, but can't get a lead. Can anyone help? Thanks,d:)
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    Forward Looking Sonar

    Is anyone using an Interphase Twinscope FLS? or another type? Any comments? Thanks,
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    voltage limiter????

    AGM batteries don't like over voltage charging. Is there a voltage limiter (made or bought) that can act as a warch dog in case a regulator goes nuts? Thanks,
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    water pressure tube?

    What diameter is the tube from the meter to the motor? Thanks, I;m buying a sleeve for the control cables & harness & want to include the tube. I need some idea of total bundle dia.
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    wireing harness extention???

    1987 Yam. 115 2cy. I'm redoing my boat. Moving the helm forward & to center. This means a top mount control, & dash Ign. switch. + the extra length forward. I've bought the longer steering & control cables and a sierra Ign. switch with push to choke feature. What I can't find is a longer wiring...
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    Volvo sterndrive ID??

    :/We bought a 1984 Gibson houseboat. It has a 6 cyl. Volvo sterndrive diesel. It is not where I live. In May we plan on an 800 mi. trip to bring her home. I assumed all pertanent info ob the motor would be in our paperwork. WRONG. Nothing on the sterndrive at all. I started & ran it and...
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    Outboard add-ons?

    I'm installing a hyd. jackplate on my Yamaha 115. I run in shallow water a lot, so I'm also installing a water pressure guage and I am considering the Big Foot nose cone. Anyone using it? Does it REALLY add 50% more water? Is it necessary, worth it and should I attempt the install or pull the...
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    Installing a water pressure switch???

    Yamaha '87, 115 hp. How hard is it to get to the plug where the guage has to hook up? The helm is 20' from motor. Will there be a problem with psi loss? Do the Teleflex Sahara kits have the Yamaha adapter included? Thanks
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    Up or down?

    We just bought a houseboat. We went this week to see it & complete the deal. The I/O is a Penta 6 cyl. diesel. It's in the water. I noticed the drive is down, not raised up, out of the lake. Whats best for boats that live in the water, up or down? Is there undue stress on the cylinders/hyd in...
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    No more public water?

    :devil:Go here for the whole story: Sorry for the cut & paste. > > http://www.wakeupfromyourslumber.com/node/64 > > > Now: US Citizens to be Required ''Clearance'' to Leave USA > International Politics October 26, 2006 Forget no-fly lists. > > If Uncle Sam gets its way, beginning on Jan. 14...
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    Interphase V90 FLS question

    I'm looking at buying a forward lookibg sonar. The V90. Anyone have opinions about Interphase in general and the V90 fls in particular? Thanks.
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    3 or 4 blades?

    The reason for the 4 blade prop is.....? What relationship to pitch is there when switching to a 4?Should the diameter change also? There dosen't seem to be any in stainless.
  19. ted655

    1996 ELPTO

    OK, a jet drive won;t work so now i'm looking at a '96 ELPTO 100 horse. Any advice or cautions on yhis motor would be appreciated. For instance, what does ELPTO stand for? Thanks,
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    jet outboards

    What are the downsides of the OB jet? I have a shallow draft boat & wonder if a jet is a good choise? Are they less powerful for the same HP. rating? Is there more maintaince? How are they at slow speed operation? I'll assume they suck more gas, how much more? I've a chance for a 135 hp. Merc jet.:%
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