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  1. roscoe

    1989 Force 125 runs too cold

    Re: 1989 Force 125 runs too cold Welcome to iboats. I can't in any way see how this could be caused by the lower unit. Do you have all the parts installed with the thermostat? There should be a gasket, then a grommet, the thermostat, a large spring, then the cover. Click photo to enlarge.
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    CL Scam Responders

    I have used Craigslist in the past, and have had ok results with it. But lately, all I get for responses are scammers. How about you? The first 2 emails from this guy almost sounded legit, then I got this one. """ HI AGAIN, (UP FRONT WITH YOU) WE ARE MOVING HERE IN EAGLE RIVER FROM...
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    Stuck at boat dock

    Re: Stuck at boat dock I have run into this problem, and have seen many others suffer through it too. Had an idea to modify the trailer. Take a look at the photo. Imagine the red triangle as a piece of 1/2" steel. Mounted to the frame, 1/2" in front of the tire, extending down to about 4"...
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    I hate this new Minnesota law, Do other states have it ?

    Re: I hate this new Minnesota law, Do other states have it ? MN dnr is giving these away to remind you. Or, they were giving them away, before the gov't shut down last week.
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    Starcraft.. Should I

    Re: Starcraft.. Should I I bought a 1973 like that, with the hopes of making it a fishing boat. No way. The wife said it was too nice, don't go messing it up. For what its worth, it came with a pristine 65 hp, that push the boat at 31 mph. So you don't need a great deal of power , should you...
  6. roscoe

    whats the most important tools to have in boat!!!!

    Re: whats the most important tools to have in boat!!!! A backup plan. And a hook remover.
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    Mounting swivel seat base to aluminum bench seat?

    Re: Mounting swivel seat base to aluminum bench seat? click : You can mount the seat without putting any holes in your bench if you have space under the seat.. Don't know if they still make them, or if you will have to find a used one. They are an aluminum sleeve that fits over your...
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    Don't forget the plug ???

    http://news.dnr.state.mn.us/index.php/2011/04/25/free-sticker-reminds-boaters-to-check-the-drain-plug/ Free sticker reminds boaters to check the drain plug (Released April 25, 2011) A bright-yellow warning sticker has been created by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to help...
  9. roscoe

    Wooden outboard stand dimensions?

    Re: Wooden outboard stand dimensions? You can go as big or small as you like. Figure the motor weighs 200#. I made mine strong enough to handle any motor I will ever own, 350#. I made it on castors for mobility. I made it sturdy enough so I can run the engine on the stand, I made it wide...
  10. roscoe

    Where can I find a KICKER BRACKET like this one ???

    Seen one of these a few years ago, now I want one.
  11. roscoe

    Help me construct a 30 day timer!

    Re: Help me construct a 30 day timer! I thought about this all day at work yesterday. It gave me a headache. This is what I came up with. How about you just plug the power strip in once a month. :D
  12. roscoe

    Please help: bilge pump mounting/system for 16' open Lund

    Re: Please help: bilge pump mounting/system for 16' open Lund Here you go. This was posted by another iboats member, sorry, can't remember who. The photo on the right shows the transom area, looking dow into the bilge area. The photo on the left, shows the small bracket that holds the...
  13. roscoe

    WINTER ALERT: 6-12 in of snow over the next 30 hours

    Supposed to turn to snow by tomorrow afternoon, finish up by Wednesday 8 am. Heaviest accumulations along a line from --- oh wait, there is no line. Seems the storm is gonna park itself right over Medford. 20 miles in any direction, and they are only calling for 5-6 inches. Oh happy day...
  14. roscoe

    1977 16' starcraft ss

    Re: 1977 16' starcraft ss What interior parts? I am considering doing the same to my 16 ss. I did find one iboats member that removed his splashwell entirely. Don't know what effect it had, and I think he sold the boat shortly after rehabbing it. Here is a photo of what he did. Click to...
  15. roscoe

    125 L drive or Not? This is the question?

    Re: 125 L drive or Not? This is the question? L drive is similar to an i/o. It is not an outboard engine. L drive viewed fro the outside: Click to enlarge:
  16. roscoe

    Compare Merc 2002 50 elpto and Merc 1973 65hp

    Ok, just picked up a boat, has the 1973 Merc 65, no power tilt. This power plant is the bare minimum I can imagine using. But, I have a 2002 Merc 50 elpto sitting in the garage, less than 40 hours on it. Question is, how far apart are the actual motors hp wise? I really would like to put a...
  17. roscoe

    Bought another STARCRAFT - now with a bigger motor !!!

    Re: Bought another STARCRAFT Re: Bought another STARCRAFT Here's a pic of the rip in the flooring. There are also a couple tiny holes under the console where something was screwed down at some point. And a photo of the fuel tank, 18 gallons. Anyone have a photo showing how the bimini and...
  18. roscoe

    What model Starcraft?

    Re: What model Starcraft? Here is the photo sent to me by ziggy. Click to enlarge:
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    Bought another STARCRAFT - now with a bigger motor !!!

    Well, I was hoping to find a structurally sound hull, with a rotted floor with everything pretty much trashed. That way I could fix her up the way I want her. But when I got there, I found this: A 1973 Starcraft SuperSport, 18' 65 hp motor 9.8 hp motor Has removable front casting deck...
  20. roscoe

    Does this boat look kuul or what ?

    Ran across this old restoration on ebay, looks so kuul. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Classic-fiberglass-runabout-restored-and-customized-/120709422729?pt=Power_Motorboats&hash=item1c1ad79e89#ht_500wt_1182
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