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  1. Scott Danforth

    48 years...

    If you want to stick with stringers, look at the 81-84 with a 3.0 However the idea of modifying the transom and going with modern power will be less headaches..... I would look at a center log with a motor transom. Then again, Doc's Harleydavidson https://docshd.com/ has/had a V-twin powered...
  2. Scott Danforth

    Lower unit oil -- water or not?

    that is water/oil emulsion
  3. Scott Danforth

    What would cause my FSK16 to not be propelled by my Johnson JW10 3hp?

    its considered normal maintenance like spark plugs. only takes a short bit of time to drop the leg and change the raw water pump.
  4. Scott Danforth

    Thinking about an upgrade for the tow vehicle

    the shop truck when I worked at Cummins was just a lowly 2002 24 valve 5.9 liter 3500 rated at 15900# routinely pulling a bit more than that.... I think it got replaced shortly after I left with over 450k on the clock They make DPF delete kits...
  5. Scott Danforth

    What would cause my FSK16 to not be propelled by my Johnson JW10 3hp?

    waterpumps last 5 years regardless if the motor is used or not.
  6. Scott Danforth

    Stern Drive, Trilux and Prevale Sprayer

    The preval sprayer has its place. I used to buy them by the case. However I agree with Scott, a harbor freight purple gun is worth it. It costs 5 preval sprayers and will outlast them
  7. Scott Danforth

    454 7.4L mystery fasteners on back of engine block

    When was the last time the alignment was checked? Those rear mounts look like the bushings collapsed
  8. Scott Danforth

    Anchor line

    With a 10:1 scope, your looking at 500' of line to anchor in 50' I myself would look at 1/2" vs 3/8. I'm using 5/8 on my 24' cuddy
  9. Scott Danforth

    1964 9.5 evinrude

    Define everything.
  10. Scott Danforth

    Thinking about an upgrade for the tow vehicle

    Skip the V10s Go diesel (except the 6.0) I would go with the Dodge/Cummins myself as it is not a light duty diesel like everyone else. It is industrial based All the trucks with automatic transmissions will eventually have transmission issues. Ford and GM now share transmissions Last Ford...
  11. Scott Danforth

    What would cause my FSK16 to not be propelled by my Johnson JW10 3hp?

    Now buy some shear pins.
  12. Scott Danforth

    Merc 3.0 Sterndrive Winterizing Question

    Fresh water rust is primarily staining Salt water rust is deep Metal underwater rusts much more slowly than wet metal exposed to air Air doesn't freeze until -471F Most PG antifreeze will freeze about 0F. Straight PG antifreeze freezes at -86F
  13. Scott Danforth

    1964 9.5 evinrude

    motor looks like you ran it without any cooling water and without the proper fuel/oil ratio its your motor. fix it or scrap it is up to you. was the first thing you did on this new to you motor install a new raw water pump? what are all the "new" parts that you installed?
  14. Scott Danforth

    New Splashes

    No
  15. Scott Danforth

    Prop pitch for 150xp crossflow on pontoon

    Exceeding the manufacturer rating means you are on your own legally. If an event occurs you will be in your own While there are pontoons with 700 to 1200hp. They were designed and tested as such from the factory.
  16. Scott Danforth

    Engine oil choice 1984 3.8l

    SAE 30, 15W-40, 20W-50 will all work Your tilt system and power steering system also use SAE 30. You can drain those systems and swap to ATF. However most likely your lawnmower and pressure washer also need SAE 30. I buy the big 2.5 gallon jugs at TS I would also look at swapping out the...
  17. Scott Danforth

    Merc 75 4 cylinders, 2 carbs

    Seloc manuals make good knee pads, you can prop the couch corner up with them. However they make terrible toilet paper and worse manuals You can order new manuals from Mercury dealer
  18. Scott Danforth

    Mercruiser 5.7 EFI Water in Oil

    Being on the hoist, I suspect salt water If your risers and manifolds are older than 5 years, check there first Agree with above. If you are draining everything first, you are ok. If you rely on a single point or 3-point drain, most likely the lower drain hoses are plugged. Inspect...
  19. Scott Danforth

    Winterizing Twin Cobra's

    because it makes people feel good. seriously, AF is optional per the manual
  20. Scott Danforth

    anyone have luck with aftermarket v/p fuel pump assy?

    Search the forums. The two airtex/Carter part numbers of the pump have been posted multiple times
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