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    Time to start trailer rehab

    Hey guys . Its at the time in my boat restoration that I need to tackle the trailer . I either need to redo this trailer or find a different one . As you can see it may be a little to small for the boat . I,m sure with your help we can come up with a plan . I really appreciate any advise you...
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    Evinrude fuel line loosing prime

    Hi everyone took boat out today and all was going fine until we stopped to fish. When we started motor to move it ran for a minute then then started to shut down . I looked back at the fuel filter and it was empty so I pumped the bulb and got it flowing again . I didn't think much of it but it...
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    MFG rebuild getting started pics

    Re: MFG rebuild getting started pics Been thinking about seats I really want to make a set of these sun and fun seats. The bottoms and backs are curved . I was thinking on using 1/2" ply and kerfing to make the radius placing in a jig and glassing to seal and hold it's shape. Thinking on white...
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    New to me 85 force questions

    I have just purchased an 85 force that I will probably be installing on a 16.5 ft MFG . Questions. 1. Where do I find the model # ? I have looked everywhere. 2. How long should it take for the thermostat to open? The first few times I started with muffs it took about 2 min for the water to...
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    88 / 85 force ptt question

    Hi all, I am replacing the motor/pump on a 85 hrs force. I have no clue what I am doing so any help would be appreciated. After I install the motor and hook up all lines should I add the fluid with the motor tilted up or in the down position ? And is there any thing else I should be looking for...
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    MFG Gypsy restore

    Re: MFG Gypsy restore Is this your boat? 1970.
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    Thinking about buying 75 mariner

    Hello all! I'm thinking about buying this OB I tried to turn the f/w with my hands but I couldn't get to move. It last ran 2 yrs ago. 400$ B/M/T. The owner is going to get his mech to try and git running. Not sure what year it is. Thanks for any input good or bad! S.P.
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    Future son in laws rude

    Hey everyone , I need help on this 74 evinrude. I know as much about outboards as my future son in law.Basically nothing! The problem is this fuse in the pic keeps blowing . It will last for a while then blow when starting. I would greatly appreciate any help with this! Thanks S.P.
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    64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

    Re: 64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day Hey I did,nt get a new helm for Christmas but I did get a trumpet horn! It looks kinda big...
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    Fiberglass hull hot tub

    Hey everyone, I was standing outside with my daughter discussing how I should rebuild my dads old MFG . She turned and said Dad---DAD---I Know lets make it a hot tub!!:) My brain went into overload mode.. A fiberglass hull gutted out spray in foam ,run piping,pump ,heater , control box temp...
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    70 CHRYSLER setting up since 1987

    I have a 70,s model #707 HF outboard that,s been sitting since 1987 . It was running when it got parked.. I am no mechanic so I,m gunna need some help getting it going " I have a hard enough time keeping my lawn mower going ".:rolleyes: It had a bad starter , found a shop to rebuild it will pick...
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    64 Edinboro custom learn somthing new every day

    I am rebuilding my dads edinboro the boat was stored in moms back yard . A storm blew down a large pine tree hit trailer wench and snatched the bow eye out ! I crawled in the bow to see if I can repair it there I saw what looked like a small wire or hose . I could not figure out what it was so I...
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    MFG rebuild getting started pics

    I am pretty computer stupid but I will try to post pics . I can't beat a nail or turn a screw with it! Hope my son will pull me out the hole . I got alot of work ahead so someone please wish me luck!
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    1964 MFG Edinboro Custom

    Hi all you MFG boaters ! Sorry i am new to this on line forum stuff. My 80 year old mother has given me my fathers old MFG. I really like the style! It still has the fiberglass hardtop that is in pretty good shape. The floor seems to be solid.The transom is gone so i am looking into seacast. My...
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