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  1. BuzzStPoint

    Stupid, smart or unwise..

    We're fishing the river yesterday. It's real busy, lots of jet fleas, skiboats and wake boarders. We come around the bend and we see a small sail boat, Probably 8 foot long. Looks like 2 people could fit in it.. Sitting right in the middle of the channel. Heres the catch... No wind.... We...
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    Faster up river?

    Took the boat out this weekend. It was windy (7-10 mph gusts to 20) and the waves there choppy on the river.. I don't know how fast the current is, but it moves. I also don't know my speed or RPM. But it seemed like we were going at a real good speed. Faster then normal. When we were going...
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    Turning the boat

    How much can you turn a boat at WOT/cruising? Seems when I get the boat on plane, then back off a bit. I can't seem to turn the boat very much. I can turn the wheel about 1/2 turn and boat will seem to list to one side or the other.. Usually if I need to turn majorly I have to slow to just...
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    Our dog has a hole/wound

    Noticed last night our dog (Amber) has a small hole in her side. We looked and couldn't figure it out. Though a BB gun, stick, some garden fencing in the back yard. I searched the net and couldn't find anything on this. While at work I take another look. A gal at work though Pinworms. Nope...
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    Delivery drivers woes....

    I order pool chemicals usually once a month. for the last couple of month he's been complaining about the bushes in the back. It's a back door to a pool room (hotel). There's a small patio out there and a bush line for kinda privacy. We he's been writing on the invoices for us to cut our...
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    Tilt & trim for 70 Chrysler 55?

    Do they make a tilt and trim for a 1970 Chrysler 55hp? or an aftermarket that wont break the bank? By that I mean less then 100. Possible an aftermarket?
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    BIg enough for tube?

    I have a 14 foot Glastron SkiFlite 1962 It rated for a 45 horse. I have a 55 Chrysler on it. I dont know what speed or RPM I'm running. My youngest wants to tube on it. You think my boat could pull a tube? Next where can I mount a tow rope? Can I put the Loops on both sides of the transom...
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    Fun craigslist emails.

    I'm selling a 20 horse outboard on craigslist. I got an email to and already knew is was a scam email. But I wanted to entertain the emails. His are in blue Mine are in red From: "scott davey" <scottdavey106@gmail.com> Sent: Friday, July 30, 2010 10:32 AM To...
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    Trailer Side Guides?

    I thought I seen it here, but may have been somewhere else. Someone made a tutorial on how to make the guides for the trailer. I believe it have metal brackets, and PVC for the sides. Anyone familiar with this?
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    Cheap Fish finders

    I was looking at some of the cheap fish finders. Humingbirds and Eagles. For about 89-99 bucks. I don't have a lot of gear, Nor do i really know how to look at a lake or river and get the fish.. Its more of, "that looks like a good spot" So I thought a fish finder with depth could help me...
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    How far to drive for boat seats?

    I found a pair of back to back boat seats. Measurements look like they will fit in my boat, and the color is what I want them to be. He's asking 150. Problem is, They are 3 hours away, 160 miles away.... Is it worth the drive to get them?
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    Hit a stump..

    We're out on the water and was going to a spot for some fishing. Cruising along about 1/4 throttle and BANG. THe motor kicked up and went to neutral and Immediately put in neutral and after a bit put it back into gear and slowly puttered to an anchor spot. Upon going home, I noticed that the...
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    Got in a car accident

    Not too bad. But were sore as heck.. Damage to the outside of the car doesn't give it justice on how hard we hit. Took off from an inter section. Truck in front of the hit the brake hard. I slammed on my brakes and stopped before hitting him. Then SLAM. A newer dodge ram hit us in the rear...
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    Chrysler 55hp Tach?

    I'd like to put a tach in my boat. However I'm confused on what kind of tach I need. 1970 55hp Chrysler. Standard points ignition. Any ideas on what to look for?
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    Linkage and cable adjustments.

    I either have no reverse or no forward gear. Chrysler 55hp (1970) I'm not sure whats going on here. I set the linkage per one of "Franks" posts. When we got to the dock, fired it up and it reved up trying to go into reverse. But forward would grab fine. Put it on the trailer adjusted...
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    Ignition coil testing

    I've heard you can test coils via MultiMeter. Chrysler 55hp Magneto engine. Model: 555HA Serial: x4949 Year 1970 I dont know how to test it, but from Plug wire to both red wires coming from coils gives a reading. Coil 1: 6.05 ohm Coil 2: 5.87 ohm These readings correct? The engine...
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    Motor studder

    Seatrials #1 Took the boat out yesterday. My Chrysler 55 Hp (1970) fired up real nice. I noticed that is has a cough or a miss. Not all the time only about every 3-4 seconds. When I apply throttle (warmup) it will start to sputter but will pick up once the RPM gets high enough. Any idea on...
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    Battery charge? Chrysler 55

    I'm just curious if my outboard is suppose to charge the battery? Or do I have to use the battery wisely? I was thinking about installing a radio. It's a 1970 Chrysler 55hp Model 555HA Serial x4949 As far a I know it's a Magneto style outboard. Here's photos of the outboard...
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    Possible launch today!

    My deadline was for July 4th. For total completion, I'm going to miss that date. My boat (listed in my signature) has been redone. All That I need to do is carpet, seat cushions and windshield. But with the weekend approaching very quickly, I got is ready for water. Got a few minor things...
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    Wire gauge over gauge

    I wanted to put in my nav lights. Here's my problem.. My boat is a budget boat rebuild. So I budget so much money from my paycheck and that's it. Problem I have is I ran out of my budget for this check and I need wire. The only wire I have is 12 gauge and 14 gauge Solid core wire. Is this...
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