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    Homebuilt tilt and trim tutorials or build threads?

    I am wondering if anyone here has built their own tilt and trim units and if there was any build threads or tutorials they could point me to? i think I may have to lower my OB and if I make a jack plate, adding PTT if it isn’t a majorly expensive undertaking would be a great idea
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    Transom and floor replacement - standard plywood.

    Hi guys, I have to replace th floor and transom on my 1976 starcraft. I have some 3/4” exterior plywood (sheathing) Not PT either. I plan on sealing the exposed transom area with epoxy and varnish, and or paint. The flooring will be covered with either marine grade carpet or marine vinyl...
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    Poor handling, hard to steer at full speed

    Hey everyone, I just did a test run on a new to me boat. It’s a 1976 StarCraft 16’ superport. at speed, the steering is extremely difficult to turn. Fine at low speed’s but very very difficult at top speed. The motor is a 1976 mercury 650. There seems to be a fair bit of play in the...
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    Clearance height for drive on trailers?

    I know I have a few posts running here, but I wanted to post this question on its own so it’s not buried in another thread. What is or what would be the minimum ground clearance you would give your prop/skeg if you were setting up a drive on trailer?
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    Swing away tongues?

    How do you folks feel about swing away tongues? I put one on last year but don’t know if I like it. I’m not fond of the sag it has with weight on it. It doesn’t sag in any great amounts, but I can see it slightly and it doesn’t give me 100% confidence. It’s a Fulton brand. Looks good...
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    Buying 1970’s Mercury power trim?

    Hey all, I have an opportunity to buy a power tilt & trim. I believe it is an early-mid 70’s and supposed to fit 650 & 850 motors. What I’d like to know is what should I be looking for. Are these bullet proof or not so much? Parts still available? Are they easy to install? Do they fit a real...
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    Proper set up for roller trailers and aluminum hulls?

    Hey all, I’m trying to set my trailer up better. Wondering about the do’s and dont’s of setting this trailer up for my aluminum boat. I’d like this trailer to be both a “drive on” but also an easy push off/winch on when dealing with shallow/difficult launch situations. It is not a tilt...
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    70's Mercury 650 - air cleaner/airbox assy?

    Hey folks, I just bought a mid 70's Mercury 650 (3 cyl) Is there supposed to be an air filter or airbox assembly? It's just open carbs. Should there not be something? I cant find anything on the web about it. If anyone has a link to an online manual or parts pages, I'd sure be grateful...
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    Kicker motor for 16’ super sport?

    Hey guys, just wondering what you super sport owners are using for kicker motors. Would 10 horse be too big? I’d like something that will troll nice and slow for a while I also be powerful enough to do a fast troll through some swells (backup power to get home if the main motor fails)
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    How to size trolling motors?

    Hey guys, I’m wondering how to size trolling motors. I have a 16 foot aluminum boat. I’m considering putting a gas trolling motor on the back and possibly a bow mount as well. Because the mercury outboard that came with it is pretty old, I’d like something I can get me back to shore or...
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    Cold weather running/Testing

    I’m like a kid who got a bike for Christmas...my new to me boat is in the driveway and I just want to test it with earmuffs. It’s been too cold, windy and snowy to do anything outside and all I can do is look at if from out the window. the weather is clearing but will still have a few nights...
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    Mercury 650 - missing piece?

    Hey guys, I just discovered that my “new to me” motor seems to be missing a plate or something. The bolt is hanging there loose. Can any of you Merc guys help me out here? I’m hoping I’m not missing something serious or hard to find... forgive my newbisms. I’ve only had experience using small...
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    New to the Starcraft Club

    Hey all, I’ve been longing for a Starcraft Super Sport and I finally dragged one home. I drove too far to get it and probably paid too much for it, especially considering the length of the drive and the issues I decided to accept in the purchase. (Soft spots in floors, rotten transom and pitting...
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    Buying mercury 650 - good bad or ugly??

    hey guys tomorrow I am picking up a boat and motor. Mostly interested in the hull (starcraft super sport) but wondering about the motor. I know NOTHING. About mercs. My understanding is that this is an old motor. Maybe early/mid 70s(?) typically, are the good motors or stones? Is there anything...
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    best older deep V aluminum hulls 15' or less for conversion project?

    I'm looking for suggestions on what you guys think the best aluminum hulls are for customizing into versatile fishing boats? For instance, I'd like a Starcraft SS160, but I cant get one in my garage. I can fit a 14' and possibly a 15' but not a 16 with a motor on it. What I'd like is a smaller...
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    Primer bulb collapsing, motor wont run

    Hey everyone, this is very similar to another posters question, though mine is different in the respect that I've recently done a fuel pump conversion, so I'm wondering if I goofed somewhere. That and now the motor wont run. After the new pump installation, it ran ok in the tank, but it was a...
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    Old cable steering steering question (1950's)

    I am wondering if I should redo my old steering cable system. The old plastic pulleys are yellowed and squeaky and the cable looks like a ratty, jumbled mess on the dead ends. (looks ok otherwise) Is there any dangers in using these old systems? (breakage, lockups etc) Hope its not a dumb...
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    Trailer too heavy duty?

    Hey all, I just bought a 1950's plywood runabout on an ez loader trailer. I think this trailer is too heavy duty as it seems very bumpy and rattles around on even the smallest bumps. My tin boat is on a much lighter trailer and it tows much nicer. The EZ loader looks like its designed to take...
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    Question about floor attachment and carpet/vinyl cladding - boat conversion

    Hey everyone, I'm putting a flat floor in my tin boat. I'm planning on 3/4" PT or marine ply covered with marine carpet, or better yet, textured vinyl. I am looking for ideas as how to fasten the floor down but also hopefully without a ton of screws and cup washers everywhere. I'd like to make...
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    Outboard size for old wooden boat question

    Hey all, I've bought a late 50's built Glen L Zip model. I can choose a classic 50's outboard anywhere from 18 to 40hp to go with it. I cannot recall what the motor rating says on the tag. The seller suggests an 18 hp which sounds like a good choice for my use (pleasure cruising and fishing) but...
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