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    The world has lost the appreciation for hard work

    Don't get me wrong. Every now and then I come across a person that still has that initiative, ability, eagerness and wants to do a great job and even looks for more. But sadly they are harder to find now then anytime I can think of. I do remember, when I was still working, how we would go to a...
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    Little more valve lift

    Exactly! Every engine has a torque band. You can adjust that band one way or another. But the cold hard facts are, you have to give something up to change that torque band. Yes, some time you can broaden the band some, but it still is a band that moves depending on what you are looking for. The...
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    Outboard Painting

    Seem YOU have now learned that if you want a very nice finish, you have to do the prep work to get that finish. The final top coat color is the easiest part. The prep is where all the work happens. If you can see it or feel it, it will show up in the final finish. Paint does not cover over any...
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    The world has lost the appreciation for hard work

    I wonder IF today's generation would have ever had the temperament and mentality to take out across unsettle America with NO-ONE having their backs to explore this nation like others that were settling this nation long ago did? I just don't see much of that fortitude today. Too many demand the...
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    1969 Mako cut and gut project by Lectro88

    Not the typical way most others do their replacement transoms. But IF you can keep it dry and water tight, should be workable. Post your progress. I'd like to see how it all works out...
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    Trolling motor with spot lock

    Actually I'd love to have such a setup. But if I bought one and installed it on my little 14' stick steering rig, it would be about three times the value of the boat... DOH. But I would love to hear how yours works out anyways...
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    A New Tool I Didn't Need BUT........

    Maybe you could change the "houses" into traps... Yeah that's the ticket... You can never ever have too many tools. But you knew that!
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    Little more valve lift

    At one time IIRC Comp Cams had some 1.62 ratio rollers. You could call the manufacturers and have a talk. That's what they are there for. I am sure they could tell you point blank all the details way better then someone that used their products. JMHO
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    1976 Tom Boy Boat, 1976 40 HP Johnson Outboard and who knows what Trailer

    Actually I think what caused the pivot screw to be loose and not tighten up initially was the fact that I was working with the advance timing plate position and flipping it from neutral to forward and reverse to see how the different setting effected the throttle/ignition plate. And I think that...
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    Little more valve lift

    I have no idea how much, if any, real HP you would see. The better idea is to contact the company you are looking to buy the 1.6 rockers from and see what they have to say about a marine engine. If you presently know the duration and lift of the cam installed now, you can do the math to see what...
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    1976 Tom Boy Boat, 1976 40 HP Johnson Outboard and who knows what Trailer

    Actually no. I used a new one and it isn't working. So I will cut a little off the head of the screw where the threads stop to allow a good fit of the "O" ring and start threading. The old "O" ring wasn't ballooned or swollen up, but mostly smashed near flat. So I "O" ring now.
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    Color Opinions??

    If you are really interested in seeing how it would look, get a computer program that you can take a picture and change things to see the results of how you want it. A lot cheaper then doing it and then not liking it... Just an idea.
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    No visible mold but there is a musky smell

    Two issues to talk about. First, DON'T start another thread on the same topic. Everyone sees ALL the different forums whenever anyone posts a new comment. So starting another thread to gain more attention is useless. Secondly, I am sure you cleaned everything, many times over. Sounds like the...
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    1976 Tom Boy Boat, 1976 40 HP Johnson Outboard and who knows what Trailer

    Well I finally turned a new pivot screw for the lower case. And for the most part it turned out pretty well. I fitted it in and it tightened very secure. However, when I installed the "O" ring on the screw, it wouldn't even start threading...exactly like the original screw was doing. I now don't...
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    Project with my sons

    Another way to keep shipping cost lower is to have it shipped to a trucking firm. I did that once and had to pick up the shipment at a firm about 12 to 15 miles away, but the shipping cost were near have of what they charged to delivery to the house. And since it was a large order, that was a...
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    Project with my sons

    There are so many full restoration projects on the forums. Read a few and soak in the experiences so many have gone through doing the same as you are going to do. As for supplies, depending where you live, the cost can vary. U S Composites is a very good source for those supplies. Last time I...
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    Outboard Painting

    I can totally appreciate that...
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    2nd wiped Camshaft OMC 460

    I am pretty sure by now you have learned a ton about engines. Never, ever, ever mix lifters, rockers, pushrods, valve springs and anything that wears together. You get what you have now doing that...
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    Outboard Painting

    Harbor Freight small gun can be bought for $10 or even less with coupon. And while I don't have such a gun, I have read many reviews that claim they are pretty good. A pint of paint around maybe $15 to $20 dollars or even less if you go the Rust-Oleum or even store brand paints. Most people know...
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    Outboard Painting

    I hear so many talk about "going cheap" when talking about paints and such. And so many also talk about not having the equipment to do "professional" painting jobs. Well a mere $20 or less HF touch up gun and a cheapie air source is really all anyone needs for touch ups. Then buy a pint of any...
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