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  1. JimS123

    Ted Williams 5.5 hp no sparks

    My translation is that because the motor has no spark he is asking what part is bad. OK, I'll bite. Magneto, (coil, points, condenser), spark plug wire and spark plug. Or, power pack. Test each part and replace as necessary.
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    Tiller Conversions Seahorse 35

    Laingsoutboards.com I didn't specifically google your motor, but if he doesn't have new parts, nobody will.
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    Open Bow Boat Sleeping ideas

    We had a bow rider and we used to camp all the time. The boat had B-T-B seats that folded down. It had what they used to call "Camper Canvas". The Bimini (actually convertible top) in the front, with a second top behind it. With side curtains and an aft curtain the cockpit was totally...
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    Leaving I/O in water all year round?

    Looking at your box of junk parts its obvious we are talking apples and tomato cans here. As I previously said, "A complete OD service". Your job did not cover the entire spectrum, hence the difference in cost. In any event, if you're happy, that's all that matters. ("must of" ?)
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    Trailer for Stingray 250CS

    Physically measure the OAL, beam and get the weight from the manufacturer's catalog. Add fuel, water and stuff to get the total, then add 10%. With the data in hand, go to the dealer you would like to buy it from and pick out the model that fits your requirements. A 25' boat needs a 25'...
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    Tahoe T16. Will it fit in my garage?

    I swear, 75% of the questions here can be gleaned with a 5 second google. According to tahoe's web site, under specifications, the specs for a T16 is: Storage Length 21' 5'' Storage Length W/Optional Swing-Away Tongue 19' By the way, the "standard" 2-car garage size in the olden...
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    Let’s talk batteries.

    You start your car multiple times each day, so a cheepie wally battery is OK. But your boat has limited use, thus it needs to be a good one because its not charged up regularly. Even a deep cycle battery will lose its life if discharged many times below 50%. The optimum starter battery on a...
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    Leaving I/O in water all year round?

    A COMPLETE Mercruiser I/O R&R is about a 5 hour job. My local ghetto "mobile" mechanic may be cheaper, but my Master Certified Mercruiser mechanic (dealer been in bizness since 1965) charges about $120 / hour. If you use a calculator, that comes up to about $600 just for labor. The Sea Trial...
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    Leaving I/O in water all year round?

    Wow, you got the bargain of the year. Did you do it yourself with Chinese parts? The going rate at a reputable dealer that doesn't price gouge is about $1900. That includes ALL bellows and shift cable, impeller, sea trial, etc.
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    Upgrading from 2 stroke to 4 stroke

    Evinrude is out of business. No 2-strokes available in the US except used. If the motor runs Ok, fix the prop. If not buy a 60 HP 4-stroke and fix that prop and you'll be happy. (fix prop = follow post #7.
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    Outboard Painting

    I can't say I disagree with you, but no matter what subject you talk about someone will say its too expensive, while another will say its cheap. Let's see, Gun for 20, lower priced compressor 80, hoses and fittings, 20, pint paint 40, 1/4 pint hardener 20....=....$180.00. Or, 2 cans wally @...
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    Outboard Painting

    If you are referring to suggestions to use a hardened paint, and of course having to buy professional spray equipment, I understand. If you are looking for cheap, quick and dirty, just go to Wallyworld and buy a $4.99 can of spray paint that is the closest match. If there is a spot that is...
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    Is this a fair price?

    NADA book value is $21,000. Even that's a lot for a 13 year old boat. Your decision.
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    Looking for first boat

    21' minimum doable, 25' if you want to be reasonably comfortable. A bowrider is mandatory, and if the ladies insist on bringing bags of "stuff" along with them, then you better have some good storage room. Before you attempt to drive around with 2 people in the bow area, you better have many...
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    Outboard Painting

    While the zinc rich primers offer a certain amount of corrosion resistance, the main reason for their use on aluminum is to ensure that the paint sticks. I haven't been able to buy chromate in years in my state, so I'm not surprised you can't find it either. Go to an Auto Parts store and buy...
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    Looking for first boat

    Its a beautiful boat - looks like it was well cared for. We have owned 2 of them over the years and we loved them. That said, they are asking double what it's worth based on market values. You will pay extra because of the exceptional condition of a used boat. Regardless, that's a 4-person...
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    Misty River

    That's a tough sell. Took lots of googling. With the lack of internet info, its hard to find anything out about them. Apparently, they went out of business in 2003. Obviously, a Canadian boat. Best guess is to google the USCG calculations for HP requirements, measure the boat and go from...
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    Looking for first boat

    21 feet and 8 people doesn't compute. 7 on my son's 25 footer felt cramped. Maybe you should be looking at a pontoon, and even then if tubing is in the plan it better have a pretty big outboard and you might exceed your budget.
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    1992 Bayliner Cuddy 3.0 Mercruiser

    Your experience is surprising. We had a 19' FG bowrider with a 140 3-liter. And it certainly was properly pitched. Of course much heavier than your tinny. With 4 adults in the B-T-B seats, 2 pre-teens in the bow and 2 pre-teens in the aft jump seats she would plane very nicely. Never had to...
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    Advice on first extended trip with 14 footer/7.5

    We fish above the Falls. Hence the reason all saavy boaters keep kickers. The lower river in view of the Falls is not open to pleasure craft.
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