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  1. Scott Danforth

    Anyone use synthetic nylon winch cable? Or anything besides steel?

    im using 10mm dynice dux. linear strength with a splice is 12.5 metric tons. running a brummel on the spool and a traditional eye splice on the hook end. using a 1500kg load, 100mm wichard hook. when a synthetic rope snaps, it just falls to the earth. when a steel cable snaps, it cuts...
  2. Scott Danforth

    73' mercruiser rewire

    the motor itself appears to be on borrowed time if there is a crack on the outside of a 2.5/3.0, there most likely is a crack on the inside.
  3. Scott Danforth

    Help buying a used bowrider

    first, welcome aboard second, read the link that Jas posted third, boats are generally designed to last about 15 years. keep that in mind when your looking at 25 year old boats consider any fiberglass boat older than 15 years or under $10k a project boat. brand means nothing over condition...
  4. Scott Danforth

    Standard size drain hose for sinks

    you are confusing residential with marine
  5. Scott Danforth

    5.0l mercruiser 2003 670 hrs puffer

    they sell tools in montreal. do it yourself and save money. https://www.amazon.com/OTC-4573-Universal-Overhead-Compressor/dp/B000F5HUUI or if you prefer adds from your local auto parts store https://www.princessauto.com/en/universal-overhead-valve-spring-compressor/product/PA0008261604 then...
  6. Scott Danforth

    5.0l mercruiser 2003 670 hrs puffer

    agree on the compression numbers and leakdown test stock valve seals on GM motors really do suck. I would simply swap them ($30 plus your time) takes a screw style valve spring compressor or pull the heads and have them refreshed at about $150 each.
  7. Scott Danforth

    Chrysler 318 bellhousing for Volvo 270

    I stand corrected, however I still suggest a 290DP or a DPA over the 270
  8. Scott Danforth

    Stringer repair

    I would have made new hoses at your local race shop or hydraulic shop
  9. Scott Danforth

    Chrysler 318 bellhousing for Volvo 270

    no, there isnt a volvo housing for the chrysler motor you can run an adapter, but why. sell what you have, buy what you need I personally would jump to a volvo 290DP or a DPA over the 270 drive and probably run a decent 5.7
  10. Scott Danforth

    MSD 6m-3l worth it?

    yes, your wallet will be lighter by the weight of a few hundred dollars. however from a performance standpoint, its a step backwards
  11. Scott Danforth

    Chevy Silverado shifter seized.

    180000 kilometers is barely broken in. most vehicles are designed for 180,000 miles or 300,000 kilometers for a design life. a bit of TLC on the T-case and youre in business
  12. Scott Danforth

    Stringer repair

    they make single inverted flare to JIC/AN fittings. look up goodridge. they are used in racing all the time. come from england, stocked anywhere where they sell go-fact brake parts including your local cycle shop. https://goodridge.com/uk/racing/ here in the US, I order from Pegasus Racing...
  13. Scott Danforth

    Merc 4.3 CR and Quench

    first, no way you have 76cc heads. should be between 64cc and 68cc depending on what the casting number is. you have to know what you are starting with LB4 Heads (1987-1995??) These heads flow the worst 10144103 L35 Heads (1992-1995) These heads flow better than LB4's 10238181 10077626...
  14. Scott Danforth

    Chevy Silverado shifter seized.

    there are two reasons they tell you to shift into 4 wheel drive monthly. reason #1, so the linkages dont rust together reason #2, so the gears/chain that is above the oil get lubricated and dont rust. when was the last time you used 4 wheel drive? if its been over 2 years, suggest you pull...
  15. Scott Danforth

    aquasport 175 osprey

    talked to Micky last night for about 10 minutes. says he is improving.
  16. Scott Danforth

    Issue with gas tank being too large

    your simply not boating enough one outing for me is usually 50 gallons.
  17. Scott Danforth

    Best Anchor light setup?

    most get wired with deutsch 2-pin DT series connectors.
  18. Scott Danforth

    aquasport 175 osprey

    Sent Micky a text after seeing this post. have not heard back
  19. Scott Danforth

    Suggestions for replacement floor covering

    white line-x XS650 - developed for center console fishing boats off the florida coast by Line-X of Sarasota (available at any Line-X installation center). cleans easy, wont slip when wet (or covered in fish goo), wont mold and will last longer than 6 years
  20. Scott Danforth

    Cracked spark plug porcelain-timing?

    and no, you cant drill the head accessory holes, there is no embossment
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