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    Bought my first boat to cut, gut and rebuild from bow to stern, including engine. Killed my back and suffered the wrath of the fiberglass demons

    It is here. The poly would probably work for the decking/ floor. If you're gluing carpet down.
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    Bought my first boat to cut, gut and rebuild from bow to stern, including engine. Killed my back and suffered the wrath of the fiberglass demons

    Looks like your in for the long haul. Enjoy the ride.
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    What do these knobs do?

    They adjust the air/fuel ratio.
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    Trailer dog tracking

    damaged suspension or axle is mis-aligned. maybe the frame is bent. You need to give it a good look and do some measuring.
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    OK I’ve had enough.

    What size pipe? Looks good!
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    New Motor Break In

    Yea what he said, don't give the manufacture any reason to void your warranty.
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    its been a sad time the past few weeks.

    pack rat, hoarding, its a disease. I've got it bad. you just have to take the first step and then after the stuff is gone you feel free again.
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    Looking at buying a 2006 Bayliner Cierra 2455 that has seen better days at auction with an eye to restore it. Not sure what to look for.

    As stated, if you have deep pockets and are a glutton for punishment have at it.
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    Is my hull bad? Replacing stringers and seeing lots of flex

    Without stringers glassed in yes.
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    1975 oday 22

    Ok I get it, I suppose the panels will be quick release so you can stow them down below when sailing.
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    1975 oday 22

    Good sized solar panel, what's your plans for that?
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    projects other than boats

    Happy anniversary to both of ya! :)
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    I'm back with a 1994 Islander 221V!

    Most likely it was varnished at some point.
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    1975 oday 22

    Good call, the deck and cabin top on a sailboat needs to be obstruction free as possible. Anything can trip you up.
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    Replacing clutch on my mini...

    It's been a half century since I had a car with a clutch. A throw out bearing was always on my list.
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    Baltimore bridge hit by ship, collapsed

    If the engine is directly coupled to the prop shaft that might be why they were coming in too fast, when they tried to slow down it stalled. Just a guess on my part but I think something went wrong with fuel delivery, may explain the black smoke as well. FWIW.
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    Baltimore bridge hit by ship, collapsed

    I guess this was the opportunity they were waiting for!
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    safety or not safety wise?

    You obviously don't plan on sailing this boat. Put them anywhere. IMHO
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    Old Honda BF75 (7.5hp) Outboard - Looking for fuel connector?

    I did this to the kicker 7.5 honda on a sailboat years ago. makes life alot easier, you can get replacements anywhere.
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    Can’t get outdrive fully seated

    The o rings on the shaft can sometimes stop it from going in. Grease them a bit and give it another try.
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