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  1. Scott Danforth

    Thunderbolt V vs Delco EST Ignition

    NAPA carries distributor bushings in stock
  2. Scott Danforth

    Thunderbolt V vs Delco EST Ignition

    flip a coin. they are comparable, however the TB V has knock control.
  3. Scott Danforth

    Freshwater Boat to Saltwater

    even outboards stored in wet slips will eventually dissolve. I agree, get a rack or a lift. not just for corrosion, however also for barnacles. you can do a bottom paint job yourself. remember to fully sand the bottom prior to the barrier coat (2-3 applications), then 3-4 good applications...
  4. Scott Danforth

    Water Spraying!!

    complete pump can be had for under $200 its either a johnson F5B or johnson F6B pump
  5. Scott Danforth

    Overheating at trolling speed

    always start with a new impeller.
  6. Scott Danforth

    Thinking about converting surge brakes to electric - Tri-Axle Trailer

    the electric over hydraulic replaces the surge actuator with a hydraulic pump and valve assembly. really straight forward. however if your current setup is pushing forward on the truck, something is not working right.
  7. Scott Danforth

    Rescued 69 Evinrude Rogue with stringer need beginner tips

    agreed. motor side parts are NLA. the drive side parts are also becoming NLA with it sitting a long time, the rubber impeller is in need of replacement the transom boot will need replacement the drive should be serviced. the ball gears will most likely need to be replaced. being a 55 year...
  8. Scott Danforth

    Bogging down

    Which engine? Volvo had about a dozen in 1988 A new mechanical fuel pump is $50 and will last 30-40 years. A properly installed electric fuel pump is $100(pump, relay, oil pressure switch or diodes) and will last about 10 years
  9. Scott Danforth

    Rescued 69 Evinrude Rogue with stringer need beginner tips

    Do not confuse automotive motors for marine motors
  10. Scott Danforth

    Hesitation at 2000 RPMs

    Your pressure is low. I believe that MPI should be 43
  11. Scott Danforth

    2000 Sea Ray 190 CC Hull Soft Spot

    SeaRays had lots of wood back then. Not until the move to Mexico in 2002/2003 did the hull construction change
  12. Scott Danforth

    Trailer tires lean

    My guess the bearings need some TLC
  13. Scott Danforth

    1992 four winns OMC

    Your u-joints will rust up long before spring Pull the drive now
  14. Scott Danforth

    5.7 Mercruiser Delco distributor Shaft / Housing Exact spacing.

    Pull your distributor. Something is seriously wrong. The thrust washer on the bottom of the housing that the gear pushes on will limit the vertical movement unless something is broken
  15. Scott Danforth

    1982 Sea Ray SRV 197 I/O owners manual

    The motor and drive manual will need to come from Mercruiser. Search the SeaRay site for any boat specific publication. Do not expect much
  16. Scott Danforth

    Need Advice on Towing Performance

    On my 3.0 powered boat, I needed 3 props. A 19p, a 17p, and a 15p The 19p was used for long cruise trips with only 2 people. Could get 41mph at 4600 rpm The 17p was used when there were more people on board or pulling tubes. Would hit redline before 38mph The 15p was used for skiing, and...
  17. Scott Danforth

    Popping through carb at 4000 rpm

    Check fuel pressure. If fuel pressure drops at higher RPMs under load. you have an inlet restriction such as anti-siphon valve or fuel pickup tube filter. If fuel pressure is low all the time, it's the pump
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