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  1. matt167

    Can I use any 2 stroke oil?

    Lawn boy oil was TCW. No real surprise they spec’d it since lawn boy was part of OMC.
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    1993 OMC 5.8 EFI Idle problem, runs on throttle, too rich

    F4FFis a 1994 Ford part number and 12A650 I’m pretty sure signifies it’s an ECU. it’s not going to be an automotive part. But I bet it shares logic boards with a Ford EEC IV of which there are several companies that can fix those. A long shot but it’s your only shot… the EEC IV ECUs are plagued...
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    1991 Chris Craft Concept 167 staring issue

    There is a neutral safety switch which you can test. And then test the key switch. It’s not a difficult circuit
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    Merc 15hp or Suzuki 15hp with electric start?

    Mercury in that hp bracket is a black Tohatsu with a better tiller handle. I would vote Suzuki. I have a DF 25A and it has been great. And the price is better. Also the Suzuki, only thing that separates 9.9, 15 and 20hp is an intake restriction and the ECU. If you ever wanted more power, they...
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    OMC to Merc swap in 1996 Sundowner 195

    1996 OMC is a Volvo SX. Unless something is wrong with the drive. Just put the OMC stuff on the Merc engine
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    Replacing old 2 stroke with newer 4 stroke advice?

    I think it comes down to different strokes for different folks, literally
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    Replacing old 2 stroke with newer 4 stroke advice?

    A 4 stroke in proper maintenance lasts thousands of hours. 2 stroke doesn’t have that longevity, but they are easier to rebuild. Keep in mind a rebuild ‘kit’ is generally sourced from aftermarket suppliers. The bigger problem is with ECUs and sensors that become discontinued
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    Rescued 69 Evinrude Rogue with stringer need beginner tips

    Buick 300 V8 was only used a few years in the cars. I think in the small cars like starfire. So there’s not much info on it even in an automotive application. The problem is, all the parts OMC used to make it a marine engine have long been discontinued. The $100 price tag likely means the...
  9. matt167

    Looks like New roof and then a new boat

    Thinking, watching and looking around. I’m wondering about turning my Offshore 18 into a chieftain type pocket cruiser? It’s not my ideal solution but it could work I think
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    Replacing old 2 stroke with newer 4 stroke advice?

    I repowered my boat with a 25hp Suzuki from an old big twin 40. It really didn’t loose any speed, just the snap getting on plane. I took it to the Erie Canal and it was really nice. It’s quieter and burns half the fuel. I love seeing the old 2 strokes run, but after runnning an efi 4 stroke I...
  11. matt167

    Trailer tires lean

    A ruler, a level and some measurements at least for bent. If loose you check for worn components
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    Trailer tires lean

    Bent or loose axle?
  13. matt167

    Help with 1960 16ft StarCraft Viscount

    Fiberglassics shows the viscount as 72” and Jupiter at 78”.. you could buy the Jupiter window and tell them to narrow it 6”. Possibly. Do you have the frame for it?
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    Removing section of bowrider

    Yeah it’s an 80s capri. The gauges and the windshield profile gives it away
  15. matt167

    Removing section of bowrider

    Those gauges identify what that boat is, and the plywood on the deck confirms, that boat has no structure anymore. When the boat is rebuilt and structurally sound it can be modified accordingly
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    1973 Fabuglas Boat

    If you have a rotten transom, the plug isn’t going to tighten up as well. But I’m going to venture a guess you have failing fiberglass in the transom and your sinking
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    Help with 1960 16ft StarCraft Viscount

    You will need an original to send to a plastic manufacturer like UDP and it will cost about $500. My local glass shop does some plexi work and told me they could probably do mine ( ‘66 holiday 14 ) if I drop it off to them. But I haven’t had a chance
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    Frank helped me out yet again

    I miss seeing pictures of the murals on those big Chrysler cowls. If I remember right it was in his signature.
  19. matt167

    2013 Mazda 2 wheel bearing

    I had a shop that I know from my work do the bearings and brakes for me while it was apart. He had me get the parts and he charged $200. I could have done it but I’m not setup yet. He told me the ball joint on the driver side was bad so I bought both left and right control arm assemblies. I put...
  20. matt167

    Reenforce glass hull under the waterline? - 1967 StarCraft

    Glass was better in the 60s. Hand laid ect. I wouldn’t add any thickness unless you have cracks. Your pretty good on weight as well since you stayed 2 stroke
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