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  1. RandyJ

    '78 bayliner monterey24' 350/260 runs hot

    I don't know how hot this motor is suppose to get. I took it out for a midnight cruise and things were fine as long as I was chugging at about 2,000 rpm. When I kicked it up to a nice cruising speed of 4,000 the temperature ran up from 140 to near 200 then I throttled back down and it took...
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    Cracked exhaust manifold chevy 350/260

    1978 Hammond ski boat, 350 chevy (260 mercruiser) exhaust manifolds are cracked from over heating and restarting before cooling. Anyone know if they can be fixed or how to do it or will I have to buy new ones? <br /><br />I'm thinking of blocking off the incoming water and running some...
  3. RandyJ

    can't find recoil 1984 Force 15

    I've got this nice 1984 Force 15 that really runs good but the recoil spring and spring retainer is messed up. I've searched everywhere I know of and can't find one... any suggestions?
  4. RandyJ

    15 hp Force 1984 no fire.

    Model 152F4A SN 1127... from what I can find out this is a 1984 engine. Before I throw away a pocket full of money on this nice looking motor I thought I'd get an opinion. It is not firing at all. The points look great. Not sure how to check a condenser. I went by the book to check the...
  5. RandyJ

    1984 Force 15hp recoil starter needed

    I think this is a 1984 Force 15 hp.... model 152F4A.... starter recoil is broke...EDIT
  6. RandyJ

    Lower unit identification

    I've got this "like new" silver grey lower unit housing which I believe to be a Chrysler/Force simply because it has the ring with bolts to hold in the propshaft assembly. I don't have a clue what it may be but would like help in identifying.<br />I don't know much about these and have nothing...
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    1981 Bayliner Monterey/Ciera? Trim tab problem

    I went to get a tag for this "thing" and was told that I do not have a monterey but have a "Ctera" which I think is obviously a misspelling by our wonderful staff in Alabama courthouses. So, what is it...a Monterey or a Cierra? BTW, the folks in Cullman county courthouse are wonderful compared...
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    Mercruiser 1981 Bayliner runs hot at high speed.

    I haven't even put it in the water yet! I just horse traded for this little honey and the guy I got it from said it runs hot when he opened it up and tried to plane out but stays cool when just chugging around. He got it from a guy in Florida who trashed the lower unit in a sand bar. Also he...
  9. RandyJ

    Jet Boat cavitates on takeoff

    I posted this a couple of nights ago and never got a reply... so here it is again.<br /><br />I've got a 1992 Waverunner 650 VXR. Yep guys, I bit the dust and got me a scooter for the days when the fish ain't biting. So, cool your jabs... I'm an old fart who still likes to have fun. PROBLEM...
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    1992 Waverunner 650 VXR cavitates

    I've got a 1992 Waverunner 650 VXR. Yep guys, I bit the dust and got me a scooter for the days when the fish ain't biting. So, cool your jabs... I'm an old fart who still likes to have fun. PROBLEM... when I take off it tends to cavitate then grab some traction and take off... Anyone know what...
  11. RandyJ

    15 hp Force starter re-wind

    I've got a 15 hp Force Model No. 152F4A, Serial number 1127.... don't know what year this is. The rewind ain't working right, plastic thingy on bottom is out of fix. Need one that is ready to go. It is one of those late model thingy majiggers that climbs up the pipe and twirls the flywheel...
  12. RandyJ

    PWC's not just kids causing problem

    So here I am on a Sunday afternoon trying to escape traffic and catch a bream or crappie on a hot evening. Here comes mommy and daddy with a kid behind each one and a small child in front of daddy. Two PWC family. I'm up in a creek off the lake and the lake has over 500 miles of shore line...
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    TIM MC e-mail me.

    RandyJ ... friendsncompany@yahoo.com<br />I've got at least 1 merc 50 hp I may part out. I could build this motor or part it out. I've already sold parts off of it then bought replacemnt parts because I think this one will run. Ain't got time to play with it anyway.
  14. RandyJ

    trim not locking...outdrive raises in reverse

    1976 Venture Bass boat, Mercruiser 140 i/o. Since sinking this boat I've had to solve one problem at a time then find another to solve. This is my first i/o so I'm still learning. We were lucky enough to be able to pull the boat up with a truck and a rope until the bilge pump and a 5 gallon...
  15. RandyJ

    more Boating etiquette

    I just was reading an old thread on boating etiquette. Obviously everyone is partial to their particular interests. I for one am an avid fisherman, not good at it I just like being on the water and chilling out in my old age. In my younger years I skiied all over the waters of Alabama. Now...
  16. RandyJ

    WAVERUNNER PARTS

    Anybody know where I can get aftermarket PWC (Waverunner) parts. For the used waverunners I have I didn't pay as much for the things as the dealers want for a waterbox. I've got a 1992 WRB 650 I need a waterbox (muffler) for and a 1989 I need the complete flame arrestor for, will probably be...
  17. RandyJ

    What's the name of the seller on ebay?

    Help... I can't remember the name of the seller who auctions off damaged boats on ebay. Gimme a hint. Please?
  18. RandyJ

    Adding Flotation to i/o venture bass boat

    After my disaster of sinking my boat I am ready to prevent it ever happening again. There is plenty of room in the engine compartment for flotation devices. Short of filling it up with life jackets, expanding foam, or something like that... any body got good advice for adding floation...
  19. RandyJ

    Mercruiser 140 timing & points

    I'm kinda guessing at things with this 1976 Merc 140 since my stern drive book doesn't cover this older model. What is the correct timing setting BTDC? What is the correct point gap specification? This is my first inboard or i/o. I love the boat but it is giving me fits. First time out the...
  20. RandyJ

    old 10 HP Johnson... need parts

    I've inherited an old 10 hp... not sure of year... model number is FDE10??. Need head gasket, possibly rings, could use a carb kit. Year & any parts source appreciated. Would like to get rid of the two line set up if anyone has a fuel pump I can adapt to this engine.<br />Thanks,<br />RandyJ
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