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  1. Gary H NC

    New prop advice

    I got a 4.3 cobra with a omc raker style 3 blade I believe the prop is 14.5X20. My WOT is 4400,about where it needs to be. My old prop is looking pretty nicked up and looks like it has been fixed a few times. I'm not looking for big gains in speed,just want a good replacement.Would a 4 blade...
  2. Gary H NC

    What to use in place of OMC gasket sealing compound?

    What is the best thing to use now that replaces the Omc stuff? Need it to re-install outdrive..
  3. Gary H NC

    Pulled Cobra drive-Pics

    I finally got time to pull my outdrive off today.It was much easier than i expected.Slid right of with a slight tug. A couple questions, What is the best thing to remove the corrosion around the shift lever? Does the pivot housing need to be removed for replacement of the bellows? The ujoint...
  4. Gary H NC

    What to use for bellows sealant

    I know i have read it on here before but forgot. What is the best sealant to use on my Cobra bellows? Is it something i can get at Napa or do i need to get it from a marine dealer?
  5. Gary H NC

    Fair price for alignment tool

    I have been bidding on Ebay for an engine alignment tool for my cobra drive. Is 50 to 60 bucks a deal or should i just buy one locally?
  6. Gary H NC

    What is this SeaDoo worth?

    Looking to buy this ski...any suggestions? http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300037880297
  7. Gary H NC

    Need advice on jet ski shopping

    I have been looking at several used models and was wondering is there any particular brands to stay away from?This will be our first PWC..
  8. Gary H NC

    4.3 OMC aftermarket manifolds

    I have been shopping onlineand found 2 brands of exhaust manifolds to replace the old one piece oem on my 4.3. the osco brand is around 1200 bucks. I found these for 900...Has anyone bought these or know if they are any good...
  9. Gary H NC

    OMC Manual,quick help please

    I'm looking at a OMC manual on ebay...it says for cobra models AMH..printed in 1991...will this work on my 87 cobra?? out of town and can't look at my serial...The bidding is ending today....
  10. Gary H NC

    What Year Engine is this??

    I was wondering if someone had a way to look up my engine. 4.3 OMC, Model 884541,serial T0480734 I think the engine has been replaced before,someone put a new sticker over the old engine ID sticker on the thermostat housing. I can't find any other numbers on the engine.. The boat is a 1987...
  11. Gary H NC

    OMC trim guage

    I was wondering if anyone would know what to check first. My 87 OMC I/O trim guage stays pegged all the way up when the ignition is on and falls back just a bit when i turn the key off. I pulled the sending unit apart on the drive and didn't see any corrosion.. It has never worked but i was...
  12. Gary H NC

    How do i get my Avatar to show up larger?

    It used to let me post it larger than it does now...any ideas?
  13. Gary H NC

    Starting a new job

    Well,i got fed up where i was working and told them to shove it monday.I was sick of their poor management and rude attitude. I never quit a job before without having one to go to. I made 2 phone calls tuesday,went for an interview yesterday. I got a call this morning that i'm being offered a...
  14. Gary H NC

    Best Oil For Old OMC

    I was wondering what oil the other members are running. I have an 87 4.3 OMC and the book calls for SAE 30. A marine mechanic i know said to use 25w 50... The engine has a good bit of hours on it but runs smooth and doesn't use oil. The last time i changed the oil was the first time i done it...
  15. Gary H NC

    Super Slow...

    Is it just me or is everyone having trouble with extremely slow pages loading in the forums?
  16. Gary H NC

    Hailing LakeLivin

    I never did find out what area you boat in NC.. Was wondering if i had any Iboat neighbors..
  17. Gary H NC

    87 Starcraft 19 Medalist gas tank

    Does anyone know if a plastic 26 gallon was a factory item on this boat? I was wondering if mine was the original tank or if the plastic tank had been installed by a previous owner.
  18. Gary H NC

    Over 2000 more members in less than a week?

    I can't believe how fast this is growing. A bunch of good people d:)d:)d:)
  19. Gary H NC

    Baby Tug Boat...

    Thought this was really cool.It was on my local lake the other day. http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j299/garyh38/trip2014.jpg
  20. Gary H NC

    Hailing LakeLivin

    Just wondering what lake in NC your on? Just bought lake property and wonder if your a neighbor!
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