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  1. LaqueRatt

    First Year Electronic Ignition?

    Wow, that long ago. Were all motors breakerless around 1967? Reason I'm asking is a friend is looking for a boat and wants to avoid points. Yeah, I know. Maybe I'm just old school, but I don't mind points. They seem to last pretty long with just a little attention now and then.
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    First Year Electronic Ignition?

    Like the title says, just wondering in what year Johnny Rude went solid state? Anyone like points better?
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    Gamefisher 7.5 Grab it or Run?

    Guy located the s/n plate.
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    Gamefisher 7.5 Grab it or Run?

    So this is an Eska? I've heard of them, but never seen one before. Can I get stuff like coils and impellers for this guy? I suppose if I need a prop/hub I'm SOL? I like to mess around with old motors, but not sure if this one is worth my time.
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    Gamefisher 7.5 Grab it or Run?

    So a guy I know wants to swap me this for a set of headers. I didn't give a lot for the headers so I'm up for the deal, but would really like to know who made this motor and if I can get parts for it. He says no ID plate on the motor and it ran when it was used last. 10 years ago. I know it was...
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    Yamaha 150 ProV? Yay or Nay?

    Well that's not what I was hoping to hear, but thanks for clearing that up for me Scott. I suspect though a determined individual with some fabrication skills could make it work maybe? Or is that just more wishful thinking?
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    Yamaha 150 ProV? Yay or Nay?

    I was thinking more about the cables. Will they all just hook right up? I was looking at a couple of my tiller motors today and they have like keyholes in them for cables I think. They look about the same too.
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    Yamaha 150 ProV? Yay or Nay?

    I know this is probably a dumb question, but if I wanted to put a different motor on this boat does it have to be a Yamaha? Does every type of engine need it's only brackets and such or do they interchange easily? I really haven't a clue. I'm probably going to end up passing on this boat due to...
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    Yamaha 150 ProV? Yay or Nay?

    I'm not sure. Does this help?
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    Yamaha 150 ProV? Yay or Nay?

    One other question. If this motor turns out to be a turd, can I just toss another motor on and be good or does it have to be a Yamaha? I don't see many Yammys for sale around here.
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    Yamaha 150 ProV? Yay or Nay?

    Ouch. Is it worth it? What do these usually bring in good running condition? USD or beer units. Your preference. USD/beer exchange rate = $20? Can do basic disassembly myself and I know a guy.
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    Yamaha 150 ProV? Yay or Nay?

    How much beer we talking about here? 20 cases? 50?
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    Yamaha 150 ProV? Yay or Nay?

    Considering purchasing a Crest Liner pro with a Yamaha 150 ProV. Guy seems honest. Says the compression is low at 90 psi per cylinder. I'm just wondering what I could be getting into if the motor turns out to need work. What is a motor like this worth in good condition? Worth rebuilding? I'd...
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    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    Has anyone ever made a list of what years and manufacturers are all glass? Seems to me a used boat that doesn't use wood would be a much better purchase than one that does.
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    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    Thanks for taking the time to write all that. I didn't think you were rambling as the info provided is invaluable and far more helpful than anything else I've read. One thing that I find sort of troubling is how so many of these glass boats look so damned nice sitting on the trailer, yet have...
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    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    You da man! No doubt about it. Have to say you've inspired me sir. Inspired me to be extremely careful when contemplating buying an older glass boat. So even though I may not ever go down your path, your experiences have been insightful and of great value. Something that would also be helfpul...
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    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    Seems we have some things in common. I never had a boat of my own until recently either. I also have the skills to do what you did, I just don't want to! I already pretty much wasted one summer working on my boats instead of actually using them. This year will be different, right? RIGHT?! LOL
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    88 Capri Restoration (Splashed 08/2022)

    Cool boat bro. I see many similar boats for sale for small bucks. I'm just not up for a big project like this. Although I sure would love to own a boat like yours. Maybe I'll luck out and find the rare exception to the rule that doesn't need to be gutted.
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    Steering Wheel for Tiller Boat?

    Interesting about these folding motors. I hate to say it, but I may have let one slip through my fingers. I was doing some work on a house of a former hoarder a couple years ago. The place was absolutely stuffed full of all sorts of junk. Some of it was nice stuff though. There was a small...
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    Simple Floor Ideas?

    Impressive carpentry skills man! So I'm guessing with the 3/4" the weight holds it in place? Yeah, now that I know about the issue with treated wood and alum I'm a bit worried. I need to see what can do about that. I'll probably start another thread on that subject and hopefully somebody with a...
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