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  1. Berdink

    Adapting a Similar Size Carb - 1985 Mercury 110 7.5hp

    Yep, I'll post it a little later tonight. Thanks
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    Adapting a Similar Size Carb - 1985 Mercury 110 7.5hp

    On automotive engines - in the older days- it wasn't uncommon to swap out for a newer aftermarket carb. I have searched extensively and can't find a new carb for my 1985 Mercury 110 7.5hp 2-stroke outboard. It seems if I could find a similar size carb - preferably newer with parts available -...
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Then I can put a hinged hatch lid over the two storage spaces on either side like this.
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    I had some fun with it this last spring/summer, but I realized I didn't like climbing over the windshield to get to the bow for anchoring. I came up with a rope system that worked pretty good, but still, I know it'll be easier to just have an open bow. However, reading these forums I read of...
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    Post a pic of your starcraft!

    Very, Very Nice! Is that a 14 or 16 footer?
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Would a 4hp be enough for trolling with my boat?
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    I think I mentioned it earlier, but there was a weird wiring issue where I was getting a tiny shock touching the aluminum. So I removed all the wiring except what was needed for the motor so I could continue to use the boat. Little by little I'm getting things hooked back up. Got the fish finder...
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Was out on the Columbia and saw a few StarCrafts. To me it's like spotting a nice classic car.
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    I have had my boat out a few more times. The motor, although being a 1985 motor is running beautiful and the shop said it has good compression. But really, what's the point in buying a newer expensive boat. I can understand a newer motor, but the boat itself, I can't see what I would gain over...
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    And we caught some trout. So it was a really good day. I'm feeling pretty good for never owning a boat before and that so far things have went good. Although, at the dock I asked my friends, am I missing anything. The teenager - (my friend's grandson) spoke up and said, isn't there a plug that...
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Took her out to the lake today. Only my second time out with her.
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    Towing 18 foot StarCraft.

    Thanks everyone.
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    Towing 18 foot StarCraft.

    I did find this thread: https://forums.iboats.com/threads/towing-weights-of-fiberglass-boats-vs-aluminum-boats-using-a-ford-ranger.615591/
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    Towing 18 foot StarCraft.

    Would a 3rd generation Ford Ranger (1998-2011) with a 3.0l V6 tow a 1967 18 foot aluminum StarCraft safely. The boat has a 75hp Suzuki. My searching I've come up with everything with trailer is still under 2500lbs. Just looking to see if any tow with their Tacoma or Ranger. . I've posted a...
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    1968 StarCraft Holiday restoration

    I Love dark blue. Looking good!
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Thanks for the help. New propeller should be here Friday. I did some searching on a 2-cycle oil and went with this...
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Thanks for pointing me in the right direction. I'm so happy the boat gave me no issues, and the motor runs so nice. Hopefully the new prop eliminates the vibration.
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    Yeah, the local shop wants $250 new and $100 to $150 used - depending on condition. . I took the prop off today and the shaft feels nice and tight in the lower unit - no play at all. But the prop has some play on the shaft itself - the fit is somewhat loose. . I guess I have a 13-1/2 diameter by...
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    I know nothing about boats and outboards. Thanks guys, I'll see what the local shop thinks. I'll post back what they recommend.
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    '67 Holiday 18' - Make it Usable

    I'm thinking less strain for the motor will help the motor last longer.
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