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  1. SeaKaye12

    Up rgw Ramp with Ease...at idle

    I spend a lot of time around launch ramps...and notice the ease (or lack there-of) that some trucks pull boats up the ramp. Even many of the newer rigs seem to strain. Yesterday there was a fellow with a mid-80's Chevy diesel 2500 truck. He was pulling a 25' Captain-House style fishing boat...
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    Toyota OBD-1 Trouble Code 55 on a 1993 3vzFE V6 (Camry)

    The CEL light comes on intermittently and when I jump the T1 and TE1 terminals on the OBD-1 plug the CEL light blinks 5 times. a short pause then another 5 times....followed by a longer pause after which the pattern repeats. Thus; the code is 55? Going here...
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    California Auto Parts Stores Can No Longer Rent/Loan CEL Code Readers

    Wow...took me by surprise. They say that it's a STATE LAW keeping them from loaning out the readers that display the OBD-II codes that are stored when your Check Engine Light (CEL) comes on. Seems strange to me; why would the State want to prevent people from knowing what's wrong with their...
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    What function in Ignition is performed by the CLIPPER on a 1971 60HP?

    Hi, I'm mainly a Mercury guy...and I understand triggers and stators. But; I've been looking at a 1971 Evinrude (60173C) that has an expensive ignition component called a CLIPPER. I've never heard of a clipper. Can someone popint me in the direction of an explanation of how this particular...
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    Selectric/Hydro-Electric or what is it?

    Hi all... This is a 1971 E'rude 60173C. It is half the way across the country from me, and I have a couple of questions. (1) Is that a "Selectshift" Controller in the picture? (2) Is this engine points and condensor ignition? (3) Is 1971 good/bad/or indifferent when comparing the various...
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    A 2011 Wish: A forum for Engine Restoration? Would iboats Consider Trying That?

    Hello all.... I love to read the step-by-step accounts here of you guys re-building your hulls; replete with pictures. Many of you are so skilled...and so willing to share your knowledge. I've been thinking of how great it would be to have a similar forum for Engine Rebuilding and...
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    If you had a choice....Glastron GT150 vs. Glasspar G3

    Hi, I'm looking for a project. I've been looking for one or the other of these two boats. I'm sure that some of you have enjoyed both of them; an advantage that few of us mortals have. If you had your choice....which boat would you prefer to re-build, own and enjoy? I'd like your comments...
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    The 3-Cylinder Loopers: Which Years are best to look for?

    I've decided to search for a good 3-Cylinder Looper Evinrude/Johnson. I would prefer one of the 70 or 75 HP models but I can be talked out of that if appropriate. My concerns (Since these engines were built from 1968 or so on up into the 90's I think): (1) Did some of these use electric...
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    Recommendation for Brand of Replacement Toyota Radiator?

    Hi, After 17 years, the plastic top tank on my 1993 Camry's radiator has fractured. Can anyone recommend a particular brand of replacement radiator? Thanks, Chuck
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    Merc 850: Do I need to drop lower cowl to R&R Control Cables?

    Hi, I have the Merc Service Manual for my engine; but even so it is not clear to me exactly how to remove the control cables. The pictures in the manual look as if they were taken with the lower cowl removed. There is a retaining clamp "thingy" that holds the throttle cable brass adjuster in...
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    Single Axle vs. Multi-Axle...Is there as much difference as would appear?

    Let me start by saying that I've never towed a multi-axle trailer; only single axle. When observing the trailer with a single axle I notice a lot of pivoting of the boat up and down as the tow vehicle enters into and pulls up out of dips in the road. Just like the motion you get if you stood...
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    Can someone do a "STICKY" on replacing Lower Unit Seals?

    Pick a popular engine...maybe the 4 or 6 cylinder in-lines and show step by step where the different seals are and how to go about replacing them.... Include a bunch of pictures...or even better...a video! I'd be eternally grateful :) Chuck
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    Ford F150 Trailer Turn/Brake Lights Don't Work??? READ THIS

    Hi, I have a 1998 Ford F-150 I just finished diagnosing a no Brake/Turn light condition on my boat trailer. The wiring was fine; so it's a fuse; right? Well....reading the Truck's owner's manual...It described the location and purpose of all the fuses....but no mention of a fuse that...
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    Who's got scans of Merc Outboard Brochures from 1980 Onward? Looking for Weight, HP

    Hi, The Sales Brochures are one place where I can easily compare a lot of specs on the various year's engines: Weight Bore and Stroke HP Alternator Data Etc. Chris over at endlessboating.com has posted some, but I've been looking for a collection of them.... They must be out there...
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    In-Line 115 HP After 1982 is High Output?

    Hi, I have read on another forum that there is a change in the 115 HP mercs after 1982. That they are actually 140 HP motors. I would like to be directed to more information on this. What exactly is different? Specifically...I have read that all 115 motors after the following serial numbers...
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    Inteeresting Mercury Endurance Video: 1957....50,000 miles by outboard

    http://vimeo.com/5370345 If you haven't already viewed this....check it out. Vimeo has links to other Mercury videos at the end. In particular...check out how they re-fueled on the fly...even at night! Chuck
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    Trip-Mapping with Altitude Changes Over the Route????

    Hi, I am looking for a "google-maps" sort of trip mapping site that will allow one to pick a route with minimal altitude change. For example say....a trip from Los Angeles to Denver. I would like to be given choices in route that would minimize altitiude changes; as opposed to the most...
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    Fair Price for a used Lower Unit 15 HP???

    Hi, I have a perfectly good lower unit from a 15 HP Evinrude. It does not have the driveshaft, but there is a good prop...and everything internally is in good shape. It would only need (suggested) a new impeller and it would be good to go. Can I get some feeling for what I should ask for...
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    Want Help in home-making a Spark Plug Adapter for your **CHEAP** Dial Indicator????

    So many of us with Mercury engines need a TDC Dial Indicator to aid in the setting of timing. I have looked at Harbor Freight and others and have seen numerous **CHEAP** Dial Indicators; but none of them seem to come with a spark-plug thread adapter. So; I decided to make one (as has been...
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    Making an adapter for Dial Indicator from Spark Plug

    Sheesh...I know this must have been explained dozens of times...but a search is not giving friendly results right now.... I want to take a spark plug and drill it out to create an adapter for a cheap TDC Dial Indicator. Porcelain is a challenge to drill through. What sort of drill do I...
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