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  1. GSPLures

    Repainting interior aluminum boat

    If the paint is gloss I would at least scuff it but I am assuming it is flat being in the inside. I normally at a minimum scuff with a scotchbrite pad to give a little bit of tooth for the paint to stick to, but the manufacturer knows their product and usually will not give you improper directions.
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    Gel Coat Restoration, Still Scratches after 3000?

    Using a wheel for compound on black will leave swirl marks unless you are extremely good at it. The body shop I worked at only 2 people were allowed to compound a black car with a wheel
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    1973 Mercruiser 165 will not start

    I have a 73 Merc 140, I was having some what of the same situation. Check all the electrical connections remove them and clean (even if they look alright) then make sure they are tight. From what you describe the issue is from the coil back which you said you swapped to check the coil. Bench...
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    73' mercruiser rewire

    I appreciate it. I am thinking of using #2 for the exhaust manifold gasket since there was flexible gasket maker on it when I removed. Then also the circulation pump and thermostat housing. Then use #3 on the bolts I dont want to take any chances of it messing with the torque of the bolts...
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    73' mercruiser rewire

    Hows it going? I have the motor cleaned up and ready for paint. I am still waiting on the exhaust gasket set to be delivered. I have been reading other threads and there is a lot of mixed information. Should I use permatex aviation on the threads and gaskets and threads of the exhaust...
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    73' mercruiser rewire

    When I reinstall the exhaust and riser I planned on using anti seize on the bolts. I did not see anything in the manual about using RTV or anything. Do any of these bolts enter the water jacket? The gaskets had what looked to be RTV or anti seize on them I am assuming RTV because the parts...
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    73' mercruiser rewire

    I removed the carb, valve cover, and exhaust and separated the riser. I am pleasantly surprised how it looks. I was expecting a rusted mess. I still want to remove the fuel pump and water pump I just want to make sure I have the gaskets in hand before I do. Michigan Motorz shows online they...
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    How to plug transom holes

    No problem. Make sure the holes are clean you can use acetone and scuff them as best as possible.
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    73' mercruiser rewire

    Its definitely a weld on the block, but I agree it is wide.
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    73' mercruiser rewire

    Well I ordered the gaskets needed for the exhaust, water circulation pump, and fuel pump and valve cover. Tomorrow I plan on removing all the other Items and inspecting and further clean up hopefully to not find the final nail in the coffin for the motor ☠️ (at least I will have the gaskets for...
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    73' mercruiser rewire

    I agree. I may be lucky or hopelessly hopeful time will tell. When I first discovered the weld my heart sank, I ran a compression check which was decent numbers and all cylinders were within a acceptable range. I expected milky oil which when drained was old and no signs of water (i know...
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    How to plug transom holes

    Tape the back end and push some thickened resin into the holes then gel coat. For the new holes drill oversized holes then fill with the same process and drill the correct size then 5200 in the holes and bolt it up. It will make sure water does not have a point of entry into the transom wood
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    73' mercruiser rewire

    I appreciate it, I will be adding that to the list of parts.
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    73' mercruiser rewire

    Been awhile since I have updated. I finally got my garage straightened out and the motor up on my stand. This thread is going to go a little deeper than just a rewire. I figured it will be easier on everyone to keep it all in one thread. I pulled the starter, alternator, and the harness...
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    1965 Glasspar Seafair - Floor replacement

    What I plan on doing for mine is adding a 12x12 square piece of ply (with edges cut at a 45 for glassing purposes and a better transition for the carpeting). Glass the deck then glue these down with PB and glass over then use lags that will not penetrate through the piece with 5200 in the...
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    73 Sea Ray restoration

    The garage rehab is finally complete, I got the motor on my stand so I can start going through the wiring and clean it up. The plans for after I get off work Saturday is to start the deck and replace the bunks on my trailer. I wanted to lift the boat off of the trailer but I am leaning...
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    Transom plate question

    I appreciate the info. I will probably end up finding a shop around me to weld it up. Eventually I will probably get the right equipment to weld aluminum as I already can weld steel adding the ability of welding aluminum will be valuable to me.
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    Garboard drain cover

    Not sure on the moisture content or how well the meter works. I am more of a simple person it is either wet or dry. My boat there was no doubt because the wood was in a pile of splinters on the bottom. Possibly you caught the problem early but if it is wet there is no way to dry it out so the...
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    Transom plate question

    Yeah ive read about that. I have not welded aluminum yet, my welding experience is mostly from working in a body shop so it was always steel. Most of the aluminum that came through the shop that got hit was trashed beyond repair so it was just replace. I tried to talk the better half into a...
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    Transom plate question

    Yeah I was leaning towards mig but I need to get my gas refilled and some aluminum wire. Problem is the hours I work I cannot get to airgas to have my cylinder filled. I may call a few places around here. If you live in the metro detroit area of Michigan I would be glad to take it to you
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