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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    Same for the stringers inside, if you cant acess the wood directly then drill some small holes to check, easy to fill if wood is solid. All these tap and thump tests are useless !!
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    Ok. Trailer time!

    What does it take to get a title ?? Vin numbers can easily be changed with some simple hand stamps. Create your own vin # and call it homade. Not recomending criminal activity but when your states rediculous laws leave you no choice ????
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    I need a tool, don't know what it's called...

    The really small pin gages are often refered to as wire gages. If my memory is anywhere around they ranged from .025 down to .005 in diameter
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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    Do a deep dive on those stringers and transom wood before getting involved in cosmetic issues.
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    Engine Alignment tool goes in about 1/4 of the way, question.

    I always kept a few on hand, because at the end of every season I removed the outdrive for inspection. Let it drain over the winter then added fresh lube and reinstall at the start of the season. Never wanted to be without a new gasket !!
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    Merc 60 EFI Fluctuating motor speed at any speed, air in fuel filter

    Being a 22 model, isnt that still under warranty ??
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    1957 Johnson 18 hp. Controls

    I have just used a typical lithium grease, like in my grease gun....not sure if it is right ir wrong but never an issue with it...
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    1986 Beachcraft 170

    Pics ???
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    1990 Wellcraft 223 Eclipse

    Look for boat salvage yards, not gonna be cheap!!
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    Replaced prop with the "same" spec prop. Loss of bottom end.

    Consider that restocking fee an educational expense !!
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    Wheel bearing grease "oozing"

    I might add, that at least once a year I slip a jack under the axle and raise each wheel/ tire and give it a spin. Check for any noises, easy turning, no slop/ play when side force is applied, then add a little grease while spinning until it comes out the overflow hole. If everything feels...
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    Where to get a boat cover?

    A snap cover is much easier to install and remove, I would never own another strap cover, but to each his own !! In my area we often look for guys that do upholstery in old cars, many will do boat covers in there offseason at a better price than real boat cover folks.. I have had a couple made...
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    Question on starting an outboard. And fuel line question(s)

    I agree, that fuel connector does not look right...cant say about yammy, but not like any OMC that I can recall...
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    Help with 1960 boat identification.

    I am 73, been around boats all my life, and I do recall those being made in aluminum hulls, were popular in my younger days. I recognize the logo, but dont' have any other info on your boat..
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    Checking oil level

    If your sure the oil quanity is 5.5 qts, the drain the engine completely and add the 5.5 qts and remark the dipstick. Unless your boat is new, one never nows what was changed by previous owners. Have had autos where people have changed dipsticks for whatever reason and they dont read...
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    does this prop seem "reasonable" for this combination?

    Your tach tells the story, looke like you are right in your range but mabey a little high. On my boats, I prop to max rpm with the lightest load I ever plan on running, in other words, just me and minimum gear. Adjust pitch to give max wot rpm. Then I will be good with passengers etc. If...
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    Wheel bearing grease "oozing"

    Seals are a big possibility, another thing to consider is the added grease being compatible....have run into this in the past...some types of grease do not play well together, once your bearings are cleaned and greased, you should keep using the same grease !! I have witnesses greases turn into...
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    Replaced prop with the "same" spec prop. Loss of bottom end.

    Needed to make a sale, hopefully you can return it !! This is why using a prop shop is better, more costly yes, but often well worth it.
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    Yamaha 130 outboard (2003) won’t jump on plane quick when full throttle from a standstill

    When was the last time the notor had a complete tuneup....plugs, fuel system cleanout, new filters etc ??
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    Replaced prop with the "same" spec prop. Loss of bottom end.

    Wish I had a nickle for everyone that has said that...I would be rich !! What does your tach read with the old and the new props ?? Have you adjusted the trim ??
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