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    New Height with CMC PT130 +3.5"- Is this too much? Merc 115 TOP

    Im in the middle of a restoration of my 1972 Sidewinder 18SS. I have sold the old evinrude off the back and purchased a 1976 Mercury 115 Inline 6. The motor that I bought did not have tilt/trim so there was a CMC PT130 that came with it. Now with the topcoat nearing on the resto, i figured it...
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    Mercury Control Wiring for gagues... What are these and where do I buy what I need?

    Okay.. Here is the deal. Im in the middle of a resto, and getting closer to starting to tackle the rigging of this boat. 1972 Sidewinder 18SS- Anyhow, I have a 76 Mercury 115 Inline 6 that Ill be hanging from the back of her. Seeing that most all the wiring was shot on the old control box, I...
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    Illinois trailer title MAILING WAIT? Who has done it?

    Hey guys, I was just wondering for anyone in Illinois that has sent a trailer title to the dmv along with all the proper paperwork, how long was it before your stuff was returned with your new plates and title? I sent all my stuff out about 2.5 weeks ago, and havent received anything yet. They...
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    HOW MUCH PAINT---- Interlux Brightside

    Ive got an 1972 Sidewinder 18SS. Its got two coats for Interlux pre-kote on it, and out of a gallon I still have atleast half if not more left. Im going to order Interlux Brightsides for it, and was wondering how much paint you might think I will need. I was going to paint from the rubrail UP...
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    ~Circuit Breaker Sizes, Correct placement of Breakers Help~~

    Okay, as time is getting nearer for better weather- Im looking at picking up a few more items to start my rewire. Id like a few suggestions on what sizes of a few items, as I dont want to start a fire. Here are the load items~ 1. CMC PT130 tilt/trim (operates on two 40amp relays) 2. Ignition 3...
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    Stator Wire Corroded on a 1976 Mercury 115 Inline....

    Hey guys, had a quick question. I rewired my 76 Merc 115 TOP with a new/used harness I had purchased. When rewiring it I noticed the two wires that come down from the stator had some obvious corrosion on them. So I started to peel back the crusty plastic sheathing on it. Come to find out, they...
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    78 Mercury 115 Controls on a 76 Mercury 115?

    Can I swap out controls? I have a 76 Merc 115 TOP. I have the controls for it, and the wiring is a bit shot. I have a pal with controls for a 78 Merc TOP that has real nice wiring on it. The controls are slightly different, but in great working order.... Can I just swap them in there...
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    4877344a4 Size? Mercury Prop Help

    Hello guys, I have a prop on my outboard (resto project boat)... I might need a new prop down the road... Can anyone help me with 3 things.. 1- The props number is 4877344A4 17P- I know its a 17pitch, but what diameter. 2-The outboard is a 1976 Mercury 115 Tower of Power, what is so different...
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    New Gel- Should i Wet Sand...

    Okay, Ive been restoring my boat, and ive had my fair share of fiberglass and gelcoat experience, but ive never had to make a new gelcoat surface shine on a larger scale. So here i am... Ive finally completed the repairs on my hull and gotten my gelcoat back on. Im a normal guy in the...
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    1976 Mercury 115 Wiring Harness issue? Please LOOK

    Since it was raining this morning, i figured i would go through the used wiring harness i just purchased to make sure all the wires were good, and that the connectors were fine. Everything turned out fine, with the exception of two things. Im missing one wire? Its the ground wire that comes...
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    Flipping Her Over

    Okay, so i wanna flip my project boat over to do some minor repairs to the bottom of the hull and get some color on her... I removed the boat like this (Im going to do some trailer repairs too..) HAHA Anyhow, im having some trouble flipping her over. I made a brace for the gunwales and put an...
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    Trailer Tongue Extension--- YES I SEARCHED....

    I looked through the articles and i didnt really see one that pertained to my situation... Long story short, im rehabbing a boat... Its time to take the boat off the trailer so i can get some color on the bottom of the hull during my break between spring and summer semesters at college. Got a...
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    ILLINOIS- Ofallon area- Where can i buy square steel stock?

    I need to extend my trailer tounge or extend the rear of my trailer a few inches to give proper support. I need to purchase some square steel stock for the job.... Does anyone know where i can get some? I live in Illinois- right near the St. Clair mall......
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    Skeg Repair... Where to go, or what to buy...

    In the middle of a restoration... I finally decided to ditch the ol 85hp evinrude that was on my boat and i bought a used 115 merc TOP. I havent hung the thing yet, but i have a problem. The skeg is broke off.... Whats the most economical/best way to go about fixing it? Can you acutally use one...
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    Newbie Question about alternators? VOLTAGE?

    Okay, im pretty new to outboards and had a question. NOTE~im in the process of restoring a boat, and will be wiring it here soon. Ive got a 1971 85hp Evinrude with the selectric shift... (thats what i have for now until more funds arrive to replace) Okay~ How does the charging system work on an...
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    Tilt tube steering mounts????

    I think im using the correct technology? Anyhow, let me just use pictures to explain. Heres my dilemma. Ive got a 1972 Sidewinder 18'SS, on it there is a 1971 85hp Evinrude with the selectric shift. The steering wasnt put together correctly when i got it, so im going to fix it. I was going to...
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    illinois trailer issue~ again

    Ive read through most of the posts on trailers with no title issues in illinois, but none really pertained to me... So ill ask and see what you guys have to say, as i couldnt didnt call DMV with it being Vets Day BTW~HAPPY VETERANS DAY TO ANYONE THAT IS ONE! Thank you for your service...
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    Epoxy Coatings??? Which one

    Okay, im in the middle of a restoration...... Ive replaced the stringers/transom/deck with all new wood glassed in. My question was, I wanted to coat the deck/bilge area/and interior side of the transom before i put carpet down in the spring.... (ill be fabbing a full interior also)... Im...
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    Going up in size and down in pitch???? What will happen?

    Ive got an 1971 85hp Evinrude on an 1972 18' Sidewinder... Currently on the boat i have an 12 3/4x21 aluminum prop... I found someone selling a 14.25x17 stainless prop... If i purchased this what should i expect to happen? And is it worth it at the bargain price of $125 used? Its a michigan...
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    Interior Pain, Inside Hull Paint

    Okay, im in the middle of a resto. Ive replaced the stringers, ribs, transom, and added knee braces. The glass work is almost finished and the deck needs to go in. Before i put the deck down, id like to cover the fiberglass with some sort of paint. Also, id like to continue that paint to the...
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